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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Yahoo
Cumbria Police supporting national 'Ninja Sword' amnesty ahead of ban
Cumbria Police is supporting a national 'Ninja Sword' amnesty, ahead of a ban on owning such weapons coming into effect. From August 1, it will be illegal to possess, sell, make or import the weapon. Those who currently possess a Ninja sword will not be permitted to keep it once the order comes into effect, unless a specific legal defence applies. Ninja Swords are a sword which has length of at least 14 inches, but no more than 24 inches in length. The sword must have the following: • A primary straight cutting edge • A secondary straight cutting edge • A blunt spine • And either a tanto style point or a reversed tanto style point A spokesperson for Cumbria Police said: 'Ahead of the ban coming into place, a surrender scheme is taking place from today until July 31 to allow people to hand them in. 'Please follow guidance on the Home Office website and have the relevant paperwork completed before handing in the swords before visiting a police station.' READ MORE: Enquiries 'ongoing' after dogs removed from Cumbrian property | News and Star 'Ninja Swords' can be handed in at the following police stations throughout July in the following locations: Cumberland: Carlisle Whitehaven Workington Westmorland and Furness: Barrow Kendal Penrith – Hunter Lane
Economic Key
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Key
The Battle Reignites in Free Fire x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Chapter 2
The fire of the Ninja spirit blazes once more as Free Fire x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Chapter 2: Ninja War launches with a massive wave of content, immersive gameplay features, and fan-favorite collectibles. Reviving the epic battle between Hidden Leaf Village and the infamous Akatsuki, the second chapter of Free Fire's largest anime IP collaboration builds on the resounding success of the Nine Tails Strikes event earlier this year, delivering an electrifying continuation of the ninja saga. From Jul 31 to Aug 31, fans can explore NARUTO SHIPPUDEN-inspired settings, master authentic ninja combat, and enjoy dynamic gameplay enhancements. Offering new weekly content drops and the richest lineup of features ever seen in a Free Fire collaboration, Chapter 2: Ninja War is set to keep the experience fresh and engaging. In one of the weeks, players might be testing their strength in the exclusive Ninjutsu Lone Wolf Mode — a 1v1 duel where they can wield items and skills drawn from the world of Naruto. In another, the return of fan-favorite Ninjutsu powers will bring back classic strategies and signature power-ups. Three iconic NARUTO theme songs will also enter the game, amplifying the atmosphere across Bermuda, Social Island, the Hidden Leaf Village pre-game area, and beyond. NEW GAMEPLAY FEATURES Battle Royale mode In Free Fire's Battle Royale mode, players will face the full force of the Akatsuki in the drastically transformed Hidden Leaf Village on Bermuda. The village now stands recast, marked by the aftermath of a colossal Planetary Devastation Sphere — its gravitational core still suspended above, steadily releasing fragments into a gaping crater below. Nearby, Naruto's Divine Tree takes root, and as the Red Moon rises, a new Tsukuyomi area plunges players into a surreal battle zone where Akatsuki power reigns supreme. One Akatsuki Keepsake will be hidden within each Tsukuyomi-affected area. Players can seek out up to six Keepsakes, each unlocking unique ninjutsu inspired by the rogue ninjas: 1. Pain Tendo's Keepsake: Pulls nearby enemies toward the user 2. Konan's Keepsake: Creates paper bombs near enemies within range 3. Deidara's Keepsake: Deploys a controllable clay bird for mid-air detonation 4. Itachi's Keepsake: Unleashes searing black Amaterasu flames for attack 5. Kisame's Keepsake: Summons biting sharks that deal extra damage 6. Hidan's Keepsake: Creates a circle that deflects damage and helps the user up Just like in the first wave, eight new Jutsu skills inspired by powerful ninja characters will also enter Free Fire's battlefield: 1. Sharingan: Copies the active skill of the nearest enemy 2. Katsuyu Summoning: Summons Katsuyu that heals and helps teammates up 3. Izanagi Revive: Self revival with quicker HP recovery 4. Sand Shield: Extra Shield Points and faster recovery 5. Flying Raijin Jutsu: Marks a spot with Minato's Kunai and teleports the user to it 6. Detonating Clay Bird: Summons a detonating clay bird and controls its flight 7. Paper Emissary Jutsu: Releases a group of paper bombs that explodes around the nearest enemy 8. Shadow Stitching: Immobilizes enemies with precision Special coin machines will appear during matches — players can interact with them to earn buffs from either Hidden Leaf Village or Akatsuki ninjas, adding more layers to strategic play. Clash Squad mode Clash Squad battles will receive a ninja twist, with Cyber Airdrops — rebranded as Divine Tree Airdrops — now containing Red Moon Points. The team that collects three points triggers the Red Moon phase, warping the battlefield under the Red Moon sky and unlocking special buffs and access to an exclusive shop. NEW NARUTO-THEMED COLLECTIBLES Redeem an avalanche of NARUTO-themed rewards in the Epic Ninja Trials interface: ● Orochimaru Bundle and Avatar (Grand Prize): Complete all five trials with legendary ninjas Itachi, Orochimaru, Pain Tendo, Madara, Ten Tails' Jinchuriki Obito in the final showdown ● 10 Royale Vouchers per character: Itachi, Orochimaru, Pain Tendo, Madara, Obito ● Akatsuki Title: Obtain by collecting all six Keepsakes ● Rogue Ninja Headband, Akatsuki themed parachute, Triple Bladed Scythe, and more More collectibles are available in the Free Fire Luck Royale: ● Exclusive Outfits: Featuring the long-awaited Itachi Bundle, which offers Free Fire's first-ever reverse-color transformation, a Loot Box special effect, and unique enemy knockdown effects. Popular bundles for Minato, Madara, Obito, and Pain Tendo also debut with blinking animations, adding more lifelike detail to each character ● Weapons: Includes the MP40 – Uchiha's Legacy skin with in-match transformation and an Infinite Tsukuyomi-themed Final Shot effect, Parang – Shark Skin, Minato's Kunai themed dagger, and Akatsuki-themed AK47 and M60 Gun skins ● Emotes: Free Fire's rare Super Emote is back, this time allowing players to summon a massive Susano'o that implements noticeable environmental changes to Hidden Leaf Village. Players can also try out the Reanimation Jutsu, which allows users and allies to perform synced actions. Other emotes include Fire Style: Fireball Jutsu, The Final Battle, and Forehead Poke, alongside a dramatic Arrival Animation featuring scattering crows ● Accessories: Gloo Wall – The Final Valley, Madara's Fan Backpack, Hokage Hat FREE FIRE ALL STARS: NINJA CLASH: WHO WILL RISE? From Aug 9 to 10, the Free Fire arena heats up with the Free Fire All Stars: Ninja Clash, live at Centralworld in Bangkok, Thailand. As eight elite teams from Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Brazil, and Latin America compete for a slice of the USD10,000 prize pool, fans worldwide can catch every moment on Free Fire's official Facebook and YouTube channels. Participating teams include: Loud and Fluxo from Brazil, Movistar R7 from Mexico, RRQ Kazu and EVOS Divine from Indonesia, Buriram United Esports and Team Falcons from Thailand, WAG from Vietnam. For the latest updates and news of Garena Free Fire, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Free Fire can be downloaded on both the Apple iOS App and Google Play store. تم نسخ الرابط
Tom's Guide
15 hours ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
You can finally buy the Ninja Creami Swirl in the UK — and it's a summer essential
First announced in January, Ninja has kept the U.K. waiting impatiently for its Creami Swirl. Adding another genius twist to its ice cream maker, you can now use the Swirl to create homemade soft serve, and we even got a first look ahead of its U.S. launch. With its Swirl machine, Ninja takes the popular Creami model and adds a whole new soft-serve feature. Once your ice cream is processed using the Creami side of your machine, you can then fit the lid and attach it vertically to the front of the soft serve dispenser. Then, you can lower the dispensing arm and start to pour your soft serve. There's also a new setting called Creamifit, which should work perfectly when processing protein-based mixes. The Creami Swirl is on sale for £349 at NinjaKitchen right now, but I don't think stock will last long. Expected to sell out fast, the Ninja Creami Swirl is now available at NinjaKitchen. It features 13 one-touch programs and a soft-serve handle that's designed to dispense up to 4 small cones from one container. You can also buy it from AO and Currys. The Creami Swirl first caught my eye on TikTok, where influencers have been showcasing its Creamify technology, which will turn ice cream mixtures into delectable soft-serve in minutes. The Swirl also has an all-new CreamiFit program that's custom-made to work with protein-rich mixes for a smoother and more realistic ice-cream consistency. Perfect for those who want low-sugar, high-protein desserts in minutes. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Because it has a whole soft serve dispensing element, the Creami Swirl is wider than the already large Creami machines. But you'll still benefit from Ninja's mix-in tech which allows you to first spin your base and then add, say, Oreos for a cookies & cream mix. Just be aware that you can't put these mix-in combos through the soft serve dispenser, or you'll risk clogging up your machine. When we got hands-on with the swirl, we found it was super noisy. It hit 93dB in our tests, which is definitely loud enough to make you worry that you'll get a noise complaint. Another downside we encountered when we tested it is that the Creami Swirl won't make enough ice cream in one container to entertain a crowd. So be prepared to stock up on extra containers if you're planning on throwing an ice cream party. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Ninja SLUSHi review: the ultimate party piece
I'M OBSESSED with what Ninja's been up to lately. The brand has perfected the art of taking fancy restaurant and bar gadgets and bringing them right into your kitchen for a fraction of the price. First, it did it with the CREAMi ice cream maker, which utilised the same technology as the £6,000 machines used by fancy restaurants and incorporated it into a device costing just £200. Now, it's gone and done it with my childhood dream item: the slushie machine. I've been eyeing up the Ninja Slushi since it launched back in November, and managed to get my hands on one just as England was melting under its hottest June on record. Spoiler alert: it was worth the wait. BUY HERE Pros: Slushies! At home! Incredibly easy to use Can be used to make frappés and milkshakes as well as slushies and frozen cocktails Not deafeningly loud Big enough for 10+ portions, which is perfect for parties (or just gluttony) Surprisingly quick (although it takes noticeably longer on hot days) Plenty of recipes on the Ninja website, plus a 350k-strong Facebook community full of helpful enthusiasts Slushies! At home! Cons: Not super easy to clean Mine drips slightly, but I don't think this is an issue with all Slushis Struggles to hit its coolest temperatures in hot weather Heavy Expensive Rating: 8.5/10 How I tested the Ninja Slushi Being the responsible journalist I am, I've thrown myself headfirst (or perhaps mouthfirst) into testing the Ninja Slushi. My beverage intake has been 90% frozen drinks since I started using it. Admittedly, I've mostly been testing the Frozen Cocktail function (I think this is called "Spiked Slush" on US models), because who wouldn't? It's probably the setting most people will hammer anyway, so I feel justified. However, over a month of testing, I've had the chance to try out the other functions, as well as a bevy of recipes — both ones written by Ninja and ones from the goldmine that is the Ninja Slushi Enthusiasts Facebook group. How much is it? This will be the biggest sticking point for most people — the SLUSHi retails for a cool £349.99, and it seems to be too early in its life cycle to go on sale — it was excluded from Ninja's most recent Prime Day deals. Who's it best for? Parents and booze lovers alike. It's a lifesaver for keeping kids cool during summer holidays, and if frozen margaritas are your love language, this one's for you. What we loved: It's a slushie machine you can use at home. What's not to love? What we didn't: Oh, yeah — the price. It's also a slight nuisance to clean, and mine has a habit of dripping a bit while it's working its magic — not loads, but enough to be slightly annoying. Ninja Slushi, £349.99 £340 from Amazon - buy here Ninja Slushi review: The Nitty Gritty First impressions 5 Ninja Slushi, £349.99 £340 from Amazon A frozen drink maker certainly fits into the category of "silly impulse purchases I make after exactly four pints", but before you order one of these, make sure you've got space for it. It's a hefty appliance, and initially I wasn't sure about where I was going to store it. It's too tall to fit on a shelf and too heavy to store up high, so I had to shuffle some things around to make space. I'd fully intended to use the Slushi straight out of the box, but it's important to leave it standing upright for two hours after unboxing to make sure the refrigerant inside the machine settles. (If it's been upright in the box for a few hours before unboxing, you can probably skip this step). I decided to use the time to thumb through the several booklets Ninja included in the box, which include an actual instruction booklet (I hate QR code instruction booklets almost as much as I hate QR code menus in restaurants). There's also a handy recipe booklet, and some basic instructions about how to go about creating your own recipes. It's actually a bit more complex than I expected. If a recipe doesn't have enough sugar, for example, it'll freeze too much and jam the machine. But if you put in lots of sugar and lots of alcohol, it won't freeze properly, staying in an unappetizing soupy state. As a general rule of thumb, I'd use at least five cups of non-alcoholic liquid for every cup of alcoholic liquid, and always include an ingredient that boosts the sugar content. If you're trying to stay healthy, you can buy sugar-free alternatives like liquid Stevia (many of Ninja's online recipes recommend allulose, but that isn't approved for sale in the UK). And there's no need to worry too much about this; the Ninja will cleverly alert you if it senses that the levels of sugar or alcohol aren't within the recommended range. Does it deliver? 5 Not wanting to overcomplicate things, I kept my first recipe simple; I headed down to the local corner shop and grabbed a carton of tropical juice and threw that in the machine with an irresponsible amount of tequila for a Tuesday night. I switched the machine on (there's a hard-to-find switch at the back) pressed "Frozen Cocktail", and off it went. When you choose one of the presets (there are five: Slush, Frozen Cocktail, Frappé, Milkshake and Frozen Juice), the Slushi will automatically adjust the consistency it aims for. However, you can manually adjust this, which is handy — I thought the frozen cocktail function actually made things too solid and hard to drink, so I lowered the temperature target by one or two notches. 5 There's a display on the right-hand side that shows how far your Slushie is from its desired consistency, but be aware that it does tick up more slowly as it gets colder, especially in warm weather. I found that, on hotter days (when you're most likely to use it) it struggled to reach the chilliest settings, but it did get there eventually. And boy, was it worth the wait — a refreshing, chilly cocktail with tonnes of flavour... and a dangerously un-alcoholic taste, considering how much tequila I put in there. I've used the other settings since, and the only ones where it falls slightly flat — and I've seen this in other reviews, too — is the Milkshake setting. It's not that they're unenjoyable — they're perfectly drinkable, in fact — but the amount of agitation provided by the Slushi made the drink incredibly foamy. After a perusal of my new favourite Facebook group, I've come to the conclusion that the answer might be in the amount of cream included; the more cream, the less foam. My favourite Ninja Slushi recipe Frozen Brazilian Lemonade (serves 4-5) 5 limes, washed thoroughly 1 can of condensed milk 1/4 cup sugar 4 cups cold water Zest all 5 limes and add zest to a blender. Peel the limes, removing the bitter white pith. Halve each lime and add to the blender with the sugar and water. Blend and, optionally, strain to remove any remaining pith. Stir in a full tin of condensed milk (you might want to add less if you don't have a sweet tooth). Add to Slushi and select "Slush" preset. I don't have too many other complaints — specifically, two. Firstly, my machine drips a bit; it's nothing dramatic, but for a brand-new £350 machine, I'd expect this not to happen. However, I've not seen any other people mention this, either in the Facebook group or in other reviews, so I'm going to assume that's just my machine. Secondly, while it's not hard to clean, per se, it's not so easy that I feel I can use mine every night. The drip tray, auger and condensation catch all happily go in the dishwasher. The barrel does, too, but it's so big that I have to clean it by hand, and it's tough to clean the hard-to-reach areas around the spout. The drinks maker has a rinse cycle, too, which is especially handy if you've been making something extra-sticky or dairy-heavy. How much is the Ninja Slushi? 5 Ninja Slushi, £349.99 £340 from Amazon The Slushi retails for an ice-cold £349.99. For a machine that is a bit of a novelty and can only really be used for one thing, it's undeniably a lot of money. For me, though, it's one of those irresponsible "treat yourself" products. If you look at it objectively, of course it's absurd to spend £350 on a home Slushie machine. But, had a bonus at work? Treat yourself. Got some birthday money to spend? Treat yourself. Had a month so rough that it can only be fixed by a frozen strawberry daiquiri? Go on, treat yourself. Being less than a year old, the Slushi has also so far been committed from most sales events; in Amazon Prime Day a couple of weeks ago, for example, it didn't receive any discount. However, as we come out of summer and Black Friday draws nearer, I wouldn't be surprised to see it occasionally reduced to the £300 mark. Where to buy the Ninja Slushi The Slushi is widely available, from Ninja's website as well as third-party retailers. The cheapest price we can see it available for is around £340. Amazon - £340 Argos - £340 Very - £340 Ninja - £349.99 Ninja Slushi alternatives 5 With the Slushi, as with the Creami a few years ago, Ninja has made a device unlike almost anything else on the market. The only device I've found that is similar is the Inoviva Slushi Machine, which looks remarkably like the Ninja and comes with the same presets. It also has a very similar price tag — £329.99, although it's currently on sale on Amazon for £249.99. Another option is the Cuisinart Frost Fusion, which does many of the same things as the Slushi, plus more — it also makes soft serve ice cream and sorbet. It's also cheaper than the Slushi, at £299. There are a few budget, lo-fi options available, too, which Sun Writer Lynsey Hope tested out back in June, with a sub-£10 gadget coming out on top.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Lidl is selling a £15 gadget that shaves minutes off your laundry routine – and it's half the price of branded versions
THERE'S nothing worse than getting through a load of laundry to find half your items now need ironing. Thankfully, there's a time-saving alternative hitting the Lidl middle aisle. 1 Lidl shoppers can pick upa budget-friendly gadget that speeds up the laundry process Credit: Lidl Shoppers can now save themselves time and effort with handy laundry gadget. The This budget-friendly buy will hit the Lidl middle aisle on Thursday, July 31. Product details According to the product description, this item "quickly and easily removes creases from garments". Read More On Laundry Simply hang up your clothing item and use this handheld device to steam it. The steamer features a 250 mililitre removable water tank and comes with a brush attachment for thicker fabrics. With an extra long cable of 220 centimetres for added flexibility, it also has heating indicator lights and an auto shut-off, designed to automatically switch to standby mode after 15 minutes. You can even set the gadget to continuous steam output via a sliding switch for added ease. Most read in Fabulous Expert opinion And as well as saving you time, laundy experts recommend steamers to help protect your fabrics too. "Steamers are generally safer for a wide range of fabrics," Ava Wilson, Chief Editor at , told Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down " They are particularly recommended for delicate materials like silk, wool, and cashmere, as they don't apply direct heat or pressure. " And the Silvercrest buy is available at a fraction of the price of other versions. The Amazon also stocks the Meanwhile, the Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts IF you've ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you'll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff. Aldi's speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals. It's all part of Aldi's plan to be as efficient as possible - and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers. Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process. It also uses 'shelf-ready' packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock. More middle aisle gadgets The handheld steamer is one of many gadget deals hitting the middle aisle this week. And Lidl shoppers can pick up another garment buy that will extend the life of their favourite wardrobe items. A handy electric gadget is hitting the Lidl middle aisle for a fraction of the price of Screwfix. The retailer also recently launched a huge offers on kitchen gadgets, including a Ninja dupe for £19.99 instead of £350. Plus, a £15 NutriBullet dupe that's £55 cheaper than the branded version.
