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Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Whodunit's interactive twists prove deeply engaging
Destiny Whip is an exceptional riddlemaster who once earned the title as a world-renowned enigmatologist for her ability to decipher clues and solve puzzles. She is also a former child prodigy who grew up orphaned after her adopted mother tragically died; Destiny's an outcast, and an incredibly lonely young adult with only an emotional support urn for company. 'When you're declared a child prodigy, everyone expects you to go far in life, but all Destiny has managed today is a slow shuffle to and from the bathroom. Even that required Herculean reserves of energy,' Bianca Marais' writes at the opening of her fourth novel, a genre-busting, closed-room murder mystery with fantastical elements of magic and sorcery. It's like entering an escape room and reading a whodunit fantasy at the same time. A Most Puzzling Murder A grief-stricken Destiny is on track to remain a depressed recluse for the rest of her life. Yet there's one thing that can pull the renowned enigmatologist out of the confines of her meagre existence: an opportunity to uncover the identity of her biological parents who abandoned her at birth. She longs for connection, friendship and belonging within a family. A chance opportunity presents itself when a letter arrives one Sunday morning through Destiny's mail slot. At first glance, the letter is an invitation to participate in a competition to become a historian for the legendary Scruffmore family. A deeper examination reveals a hidden message within that letter that invites you, the reader, to solve the riddle alongside the grand puzzle-master herself. As Destiny arrives at Eerie Island where the Scruffmores live, she quickly concludes that she's likely related to the notorious family. Clues lead her to believe she is the illegitimate offspring of the senior patriarch, Mordecai Scruffmore, a power-hungry evil sorcerer who won't stop at anything until he's claimed the keys to his own immortality and secures eternal rein over his kingdom. What's more, the clues reveal to Destiny that a murder is about to happen on Eerie Island — and one of the family members is about to die. Destiny is the only one who can stop it. What ensues in the next 400 pages is a race against the clock with hidden clues at every turn. The novel itself becomes a bag of tricks with puzzles, magical elements and family drama galore. There's even a clever raccoon allegedly possessed with a human spirit at the centre of the mystery. While the interactive components embedded within the novel are unique, the reader is not left to their own device in solving any of the riddle before moving on. The deeper level of engagement is there for those who want to play along, but an answer key at the back of the book is available for those who don't want an interrupted reading experience. Bonus scenes are also unlocked after solving some riddles, along with an email address for additional content. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. While the interactive components aren't overly cumbersome, nor do they slow the plot down, the twists and turns within the family saga and multiple murder mystery plotlines compete with one another, demanding a lot from the reader. Yet for anyone looking for an adventurous ride with a rewarding payoff, A Most Puzzling Murder — with its messy family drama, intrigue and mystery — may be your next great read. Rochelle Squires is an avid book reader and adamant puzzler who lives in a quiet abode far from Eerie Island and the Scruffmore family.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
I'm an Irish driving instructor and here's when you are allowed to overtake on continuous white line during your test
AN Irish driving instructor has revealed when you are allowed to overtake on a continuous white line during your test. Novice drivers are often unsure when it's a good time to pull the manoeuvre on the day, fearing they may be marked down. 3 @Vistadrivingschool is a popular Irish driving instructor on TikTok Credit: Tiktok/Vistadrivingschool 3 And he shared when it is allowed to overtake on a continuous white line Credit: Tiktok/Vistadrivingschool @Vistadrivingschool is a popular Irish driving instructor on And he shared with his followers if they are allowed to overtake a bus or a cyclist on the day when there is a continuous white line. Motorists must not drive past the white line except in certain situations, such as avoiding an obstruction or when turning into a side road or driveway. But they can also overtake a bus or a READ MORE IN MOTORS The driving instructor said: "A continuous white line should not be crossed unless there is a hazard or obstruction. "So what about a slow-moving cyclist or a bus that has stopped to collect passengers behind you? "Yes, these are obstructions also." Under Irish road traffic law, specifically Regulation 26 of the Road Most read in Motors It states: "A driver shall not cross or straddle a continuous white line except where it is necessary to avoid an obstruction." If a bus is stopped to collect or drop off passengers and there is a continuous white line, you can legally and safely cross that line to overtake - as long as it doesn't endanger others. Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads Likewise, if a cyclist is moving very slowly and it is not possible to pass within your lane, you are allowed to cross the line briefly and safely to overtake. Another important factor is that What's more, the exception isn't allowed if you are overtaking on the brow of a hill or a bend and you do not have enough space to pull back in safely. The driving instructor added: "So make sure to use your judgement - if it is risky just do not do it. "But if it's clear and it's safe to do so, you are allowed to overtake." Driving test tip This comes after another TikToker shared the @Next_level_driving_school on TikTok shares useful tips and tricks on their page. Faded L-plates could give your driving instructor a reason to cancel your test, resulting in the loss of your test fee. He said: "It's probably best not to turn up to your test with faded L-plates, as your test might not go ahead, and it will be a waste of €85. "So make sure your L-plates are in good condition and not faded, so the tester does not have a reason not to go out on the test with you." 3 There are factors that drivers must be aware of before pulling the manoeuvre Credit: Tiktok/Vistadrivingschool
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Our actress daughter, 30, died days after twice being misdiagnosed by ‘substitute doctor'
THE family of an actress who died after being misdiagnosed twice by "substitute doctors" have slammed a Government-backed review. Emily Chesterton's parents said the report was a "missed opportunity" after their daughter, 30, , which wasn't picked up in two separate appointment s. 5 Emily Chesterton visited her doctors on two occasions with calf pain and shortness of breath – but was misdiagnosed Credit: Lily Barnes 5 Emily Chesterton (front right) with her mother Marion, father Brendan, and sister Jasmine Credit: PA Emily visited her doctor's surgery in north London twice in the space of a week between October and November 2022 to discuss discomfort in her left calf. She mistakenly believed she had seen a GP, but she was actually assessed by two physician associates (PA) - a newer type of medical role that involves significantly less training . Both PAs failed to recognise the blood clot, instead prescribing the musical theatre performer, from Greater Manchester, paracetamol and medication for anxiety. She collapsed and died hours after her second appointment, with the undiagnosed clot in her leg triggering a pulmonary embolism - which occurs when one of the arteries in the lung is blocked. Today, a Marion and Brendan Chesterton welcomed the recommendations, which they claimed would have prevented Emily's death if they had been in place when she became ill. But they also called for further action to be taken to stop PAs prescribing drugs to patients. Marion told Most read in Health "But we feel it's a missed opportunity. It could have gone all the way there and cleared things up totally. "Our daughter died. She was prescribed a drug that she should not have been prescribed. "And it had absolutely catastrophic circumstances. She died for goodness sake." The Leng Review pointed to the fact that PAs - of which there are more than 3,500 working in the NHS - were being misused as substitutes for doctors. Junior Doctors Announce Five-Day Strike in July Amid Ongoing Pay Dispute Emily first visited her local surgery on October 31 complaining about pain in her calf and shortness of breath. She was advised to take On November 7, a second PA diagnosed her with a calf sprain, After discussing the fact she was struggling to walk more than a few steps and her leg was swollen and hot, Emily was prescribed propranolol - a beta blocker for heart problems and anxiety. She reassured her concerned parents that she had been seen because neither PA had made it clear they were not doctors. Mr Chesterton added: "She never knew. "If she come out and said I've seen someone called the physician's associate I'm sure we would have insisted that, you know, let's go back and insist that you see a doctor." The Leng Review recommended that PAs are renamed to "physician assistants" to identify them "as a supportive, complementary member of the medical team". Presnting her findings, Professor Leng said: "Relatives feel strongly that confusion between the PA role and that of the doctor was an important contributory factor in their relatives' deaths. "They were clear that, had they known a doctor had not been consulted, they would have responded differently and sought further help. 5 Emily mistakenly reassured her concerned parents that she had been seen by a doctor Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk What is a physician associate? A PHYSICIAN associate works alongside doctors in GP surgeries or hospitals to diagnose or treat patients. Unlike doctors, people in these jobs do not hold a medical degree. However, PAs do have to undergo two years of intense training for the role. They are usually science graduates or can be allied health professionals, such as nurses or midwives. PAs can: Take medical histories from patients Ask patients about their symptoms Perform physical examinations Diagnose illnesses See patients with long-term chronic conditions Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures Analyse test results Discuss treatment plans Develop management plans Provide health promotion and disease prevention advice for patients But they should always be supervised by doctors. PAs are not currently regulated by a medical body, like many other healthcare professionals are. They can, however, join a voluntary register with the Royal College of Physicians. With no obligatory register, any who malpractice cannot formally be struck off, for example. However, under a planned new law, PAs will be regulated by the General Medical Council (GMC). Not everyone is happy about this, though. The British Medical Association (BMA) believes this could lead to patients confusing the different roles, which could have "tragic consequences". There are about 3,200 PAs working in GP surgeries and hospitals in England, with 10,000 more planned in the next decade or so. "Sadly, no one can turn back the clock, but I have listened to their experiences to help make improvements for the future . "The NHS now has more types of role than any other healthcare system in the world, and care must be taken to ensure that these roles are understood by the public and by staff." According to the NHS careers website, PAs "support doctors in the diagnosis and management of patients". They usually complete a bioscience-related degree before undertaking a two-year integrated master's course. Registered healthcare workers, like nurses or Most PAs work at GP surgeries and in A&E, and are supposed to be "under the supervision of a doctor". While they carry out similar roles, they don't have the same medical training so are not direct substitutes. To become a GP, you complete four to six years of medical school before a two-year foundation training programme. Read more on the Irish Sun You can then apply to GP speciality training, which takes a minimum of three years, and pass several assessments. The Faculty of Physician Associates makes it clear that PAs "are not doctors" and "do not replace medical roles". 5 The Leng Review has called for large scale changes to the role of physician assistants Credit: Getty 5 Emily Chesterton (right) died from a pulmonary embolism after being misdiagnosed Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
When will the hot weather end? Temperatures to change over next few days, plus the exact date for the next 35C scorcher
AFTER days of soaring temperatures and sweltering sunshine , Brits are now asking: when will the hot weather end? Forecasters say a shift in temperatures is on the way, with conditions set to cool slightly over the next few days - but don't pack away the suncream just yet. 2 This weekend was one of the hottest days of the year so far, but when will the heatwave end? Credit: FME / BEEM 2 Another heatwave is on it's way next weekend with highs of 35C Credit: Met Office The next 35C scorcher is already on the horizon - and we've got the exact date it's due to hit. After a sweltering weekend packed with barbecues, ice creams and paddling pools, Britain's third heatwave of the year is finally on the way out. The end of the hot weather may come as a welcome relief to many, after days of blistering sunshine triggered an amber heat health alert across large parts of the UK. Both the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office issued the warning for six regions from Friday through to Monday, as temperatures soared past 30C. The amber alert signals a high risk of serious health impacts, particularly for the elderly and those with pre-existing conditions. It also warned that NHS and care services were likely to come under increased pressure during the Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland also saw their But now, forecasters say the sizzling spell is set to break, with Most read in The Sun The Met Office predicts highs of just 23C in London and 18C in Newcastle - a noticeable dip after the 33C peak in Ross-on-Wye on Saturday. While this current hot spell is expected to break in the coming days - despite parts of the UK topping 30C again on Sunday - weather boffins are warning it might be just a brief breather. Six items every UK driver should remove from cars this weekend The Fourth Heatwave Forecast models suggest a fourth spell of hot weather could be looming, with blistering temperatures set to return later this month. GFS weather charts show a warming trend from July 19, with temperatures potentially soaring to 32C in the South East. Manchester could see highs of 31C, while Birmingham may reach a scorching 32C. In the capital, London is forecast to hit 34C, and Norfolk looks likely to bear the brunt, with temperatures peaking at a blistering 35C. By July 20, the mercury is tipped to reach a scorching 35C, with heat maps glowing dark red as almost the entire country swelters under the blazing sun. The fourth heatwave of the year is expected to last around three days, with forecasters predicting it could wrap up by July 21 - but not before turning the country into a furnace once again. So, while there's some cool relief on the way, Brits might want to keep the fans and factor 50 on standby - summer isn't done with us yet. How to dress in a heatwave SUMMER is finally here with temperatures soaring this weekend, but it has been so long since we dressed for the warmer weather - what should we wear?The Sun's fashion team is here to help with a cut-out-and-keep guide to heatwave attire. Clemmie Fieldsend and Abby McHale reveal the ultimate dos and don'ts so that you never suffer from unsightly tan lines, sweaty patches or wardrobe malfunctions again. Cover up While you might be tempted to put on your skimpiest outfit when the mercury rises above 25C, it has actually been proven that staying covered up can keep you cooler. We're not saying wear your winter coat and wrap up. You should wear a light breathable fabric such as cotton - look for flowy midi skirts, dresses or wide leg trousers which will billow and create a nice cool breeze for you as you walk. Prepare for extremes With our unpredictable weather, it's not uncommon to see either someone in hotpants with goose-pimpled legs after an unexpected downpour, or at the other end of the spectrum, someone still wearing their winter tights in 30C heat. When you're on the fence, opt for a loose co-ord that will keep you cool but not expose you to the elements if it rains. Wear shorts Yes, you can wear shorts - and at any age. The key is getting the length just right and longer shorts are all the rage this year. Short shorts are of course allowed but they won't make you any cooler. If anything, micro-shorts can make you feel hotter. Plus, they are wedgie inducing, often too tight and often show off rather too much bum cheek. Wear white White is not the easiest to keep clean but it is the best shade for a heatwave, and looks effortlessly chic. It doesn't absorb light like black but instead, reflects it. It's also a shade that never goes out of style. If you do get the odd suncream smear on your whites, quickly dab with hand soap and water, rub in with a brush and then wash as normal. Don't show bra straps Whilst everyone wants to wear strappy clothing in the summer, there really is nothing classy about your bra straps being on show - especially when they're the opposite colour to your top. Instead, if you are plumping for a strappy top, stick a strapless bra underneath. Don't attempt a boob tube The boob tube has got to be one of the most faffy and unflattering pieces of clothing you can own. Yes, you will avoid shoulder strap tan lines, but you will spend the whole day pulling your top up and trying to keep your boobs in place. Come evening, you will have grubby fingerprints all over and will have no doubt experienced the odd nip slip. Don't choose espadrilles Espadrille wedges were once Kate Middleton's go-to summer shoe but they have well and truly fallen off the fashion wagon. While noughties ballet flats are back, the espadrille is yet to have its revival. It's one of those fashion items that Gen Z won't be seen dead in, and have even dubbed 'the granny sandal'. For now, opt for a ballet flat or a sandal. Don't wear crochet The crochet trend is nice enough and while it looks great on the likes of Love Island presenter Maya Jama, it's simply not practical. If the sun is out, chances are, you'll end up with tragic tan lines like a mosaic. Plus, it's essentially knitwear - hot and itchy. For men, knitted polos have also crept into the fashion fold, masquerading as summer wear but they are made from synthetic materials and induce swear. Wear at your own risk. Climate Change Warning Experts say climate change is turning up the heat - quite literally - with extreme weather events like heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense. A Met Office scientific study into the scorching Summer 2018 heatwave found that the chances of the UK experiencing a summer as hot - or hotter - than 2018 are now just over 1 in 10, and rising. The UK smashed its all-time temperature record on July 19, 2022, when Coningsby in Lincolnshire hit a blistering 40.3C - the first time Britain had ever broken the 40-degree barrier. That same week saw new national records set for Scotland on July 19 and Wales on July 18, underlining the growing climate crisis facing the UK. UK summers as a whole are getting longer, hotter, and more intense. Experts say we're seeing more frequent heatwaves, with higher peak temperatures and longer dry spells becoming the norm. Read more on the Irish Sun According to the Met Office, the average summer temperature in the UK has risen by more than 1°C since the 1960s, and the number of extremely hot days is climbing every decade. What used to be rare, once-in-a-decade scorchers are now regular occurrences, and scientists warn this trend will only accelerate unless global emissions are curbed. How to keep cool in a heatwave Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep.
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Everyone can see the footballs in this Euro's brainteaser but are you in the 1% of fans who can find the 3 mistakes?
TEST your IQ to the max with this mind boggling brainteaser. The 2 Can you spot the three footballs that have mistakes on them? Credit: Betboo The reigning Euros champions will have to be sharp and focused to win the tense match, with a loss seeing them booted out of the competition. So, can you prove you're as focused as a Lioness by beating this challenge in 45 seconds? Football brainteaser Everyone can see the footballs , but can you spot the three mistakes located within this image? Whether you're trying to , or test your IQ , this Read more brainteasers Put your Make sure to set your stopwatch before undertaking this challenge, to make it extra hard for yourself. If you can do it in under 45 seconds, you are said to be smarter than 99% of football fans. At first glance, it looks like all of the footballs in the image, provided by Most read in The Sun However, the most eagle-eyed viewers will be able to spot that there are three balls that are slightly different to the others. This brainteaser works by tricking your eyes into thinking that all of the balls are exactly the same. Everyone can see the beach but only those with a high IQ can spot five differences in 32 seconds in this brainteaser But rest assured, three of them are different to the rest. Unless you're lucky enough to find the word immediately, we recommend analysing the picture very closely to spot the answer. The visual deception of this image will have you peeling your eyes, but the payoff is worth it. If you need a hint we recommend focusing on the bottom half of the image. How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me? Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions. Some benefits include: Cognitive stimulation : Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility. Problem-solving skills : Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function. Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes. Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus. Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief. One of the mistakes can be found in the right hand corner of the image. More tricky puzzles Another tricky brainteaser tasks readers with If that's not hard enough, only those with a high IQ can spot the two hidden And you have the eyes of a hawk if you can spot the alligator hiding in this swamp. The answer Coming back to our challenge, how did you do? For those struggling, we have marked the answer out for you. 2 Were you able to spot the three mistakes? Credit: Betboo
