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Metro
6 hours ago
- Business
- Metro
Cadbury is launching two 'incredible' new chocolate bars and shoppers can't wait
Cadbury has two new products coming to a shop near you soon. (Picture: Getty Images) Chocoholics assemble! Cadbury is putting two new spins on its beloved Bournville chocolate, and shoppers can't wait to get their hands on them. This week, the confectioner announced 'Simply Indulgent' Salted Caramel and Chopped Hazelnut varieties of its classic dark chocolate, which has remained a firm favourite since its inception over 100 years ago. Although some details are still under wraps, we do know they'll be available across a range of UK retailers priced at £2.20 a bar. And in welcome news for fans, they're set to be a permanent addition to the range. The move is a big comeback for Bournville, which last changed its line-up – relaunching Old Jamaica (rum and raisin) and introducing an Orange flavour – back in 2020. The new bars are the first addition to the Bournville range since 2020 (Picture: Sainsburys) And it's safe to say people are excited, with Laura Snell commenting on a Snack News and Reviews Facebook post: 'I neeeeeed these!'. 'That salted caramel one looks incredible,' wrote Emma Wilson, while Anna-Marie Dangerfield noted the hazelnut flavour seemed especially 'yummy.' When the Food Finds Official page shared the news, Kirsten Robson added: 'Ohhh sounds nice… I do like a Bournville.' They're set to be launched within the coming months (Picture: Sainsburys) The news comes after Cadbury dropped several new products this year, including Twirl White Dipped and Dairy Milk Biscoff bars. The Iced Latte Dairy Milk also marked a first for the company, featuring a temperature-activated packet that visually transforms when chilled. Nonetheless, it hasn't all been good news for Cadbury fans: the beloved Freddo, a long-time often-used yardstick for inflation, saw yet another price rise, and multipacks fell victim to the dreaded chocolate 'shrinkflation'. When is the new Bournville chocolate being released? Currently, we don't have a confirmed release date. However, speaking to The Sun, a spokesperson for Cadbury owners Mondelez International said the new products would be 'at retailers nationwide from late July', so it could be very soon. Where does the name Bournville come from? Bournville village was built to create a healthier lifestyle for Cadbury workers.(Picture: Getty Images) Bournville chocolate is one of Cadbury's oldest brands, with its roots dating back to the late 19th century, when the Cadbury brothers – George and Richard – sought to create a healthier and more wholesome lifestyle for their workers. They established the 'Bournville village' just outside of Birmingham, where the company's factory was located. The Bournville brand itself was then launched in 1908 and was, as you might have suspected, named after the village that served as its inspiration. Metro has reached out to Cadbury and Mondelez International for comment. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ Arrow MORE: McDonald's 'best burger by far' is finally returning — but there's a big catch Arrow MORE: Tony's Chocolonely releases new version of cult bar and fans say they 'love it' Arrow MORE: Aussie biscuit hailed '10/10' is finally available in the UK
ABC News
12 hours ago
- Politics
- ABC News
Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council cleared of wrongdoing but will review its procedures
An Aboriginal Land Council in central New South Wales says an independent review has cleared it of any wrongdoing, but it has vowed to implement a raft of recommendations to improve transparency. Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council (OLALC) ordered the review after allegations of misconduct were raised by members, which included nepotism and financial mismanagement. In April, more than 40 people signed a petition of no confidence in executive staff and called for an investigation. In response, the OLALC board ordered a review by commercial lawyer Reay McGuiness. While the review has not yet been made public, in a summary given to council members and seen by the ABC, it has recommended a raft of changes the organisation could make. The review summary said 35 members of OLALC were interviewed during the investigation, with thousands of pages of documents provided. "The board has complied with its statutory obligations of disclosure to members … and I [Reay McGuiness] have seen no evidence that employees have been appointed to positions not on merit but because of family connections," the summary stated. OLALC member Jason French said he and other members had no confidence in the review. At the end of May, Mr French lodged an objection to the proposed review process on behalf of a cohort of OLALC members. The objection letter, sent to OLALC, peak body NSW Aboriginal Land Council, and the registrar who regulates the organisation, described concerns about conflicts of interest and cultural inappropriateness within the review's process. "We had a number of members sign a petition saying that they felt there was a lack of transparency in the process of selecting [the reviewer]," Mr French said. Mr French said members did not receive a response. "The members are speaking out, and they are basically disregarding it," he said. Mr French said it should have been the regulator, the registrar, the NSW Aboriginal Land Council, or a forensic auditor appointed to lead the review. "It was a pointless review. If they really wanted [to properly review the OLALC], they would have appointed someone [independent]," he said. Mr McGuiness and OLALC chair Jamie Newman both declined to be interviewed by the ABC. Mr Newman issued a statement that said the land council would implement all the review recommendations. "Just meeting our statutory obligations is not good enough … we want to continually improve … implementing all the recommendations will help us do that," he said. Mr Newman said the review was essential for self-determination and transparency. "Self-determination isn't just about rights, but also responsibilities and accountability," he said. Mr Newman urged members to accept the review's findings and get behind the purpose of the land council. "Our land council plays a vital role in supporting the Aboriginal people of Orange, promoting economic development, and protecting culture," he said. The summary of the review advised OLALC to improve its conflict resolution processes and the way it engages with its members: "The board does not presently have suitable processes to ensure that members have adequate engagement, participation and consultation on key issues." "The board should seek to have the member meetings either chaired or facilitated by an independent person with no existing connection to the OLALC and the Orange Aboriginal Community." The review summary also suggested the registrar or NSW Aboriginal Land Council could be asked to appoint a conciliator to ensure members' meetings are civil and constructive.
Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Orange: Orange Cyberdefense acquires Swiss cybersecurity specialist ensec
Press releaseParis, 24 July 2025 Orange Cyberdefense acquires Swiss cybersecurity specialist ensec Orange Cyberdefense to build Swiss cybersecurity champion with acquisition of ensec. Orange Cyberdefense will strengthen its team in Switzerland with an additional 40 cybersecurity experts from ensec, complementing the existing 100 professionals. Together they will operate across the entire lifecycle to support organizations of all sizes from SMB's to multinationals. Orange Cyberdefense, the cybersecurity subsidiary of Orange, has acquired 100% of ensec, a Swiss cybersecurity company based in Zurich, known for its expertise in consulting, IT security integration, managed security services and tailored support for a wide-ranging portfolio of products from leading cybersecurity providers. This targeted acquisition, which was finalized on 23 July, will reinforce Orange Cyberdefense's existing presence in Switzerland. In a fast-growing Swiss market characterized by increased regulatory requirements and strong demand for local expertise, the acquisition of ensec will expand Orange Cyberdefense's presence in German-speaking Switzerland, complementing its existing footprint in the French-speaking part of the country. Orange Cyberdefense has been present in Switzerland since 2022 and enjoys a solid reputation, particularly in offensive security solutions. With over 100 highly skilled cybersecurity experts in the country, Orange already works closely with customers from both the public and private sectors, ranging from SMBs to large multi-nationals in collaboration with Orange Business. The acquisition of ensec will build on this presence, bringing considerable value in terms of expertise and customer proximity in the Germanic regions of Switzerland. The company counts around 40 highly trained experts and a distinct customer portfolio of over 130 clients operating in sensitive fields such as finance, retail and energy, as well as customers from the public sector. This operation constitutes an opportunity to capitalize on complementary strengths: on the one hand, leveraging synergies with Orange Business and Orange Cyberdefense's global sales forces; and on the other, benefiting from the technical expertise and local presence of ensec in the Germanic regions of Switzerland and in neighboring areas. This move strengthens Orange Cyberdefense's position in Europe as a leading cybersecurity player and reinforces its ambition to be the trusted cybersecurity partner of choice in Switzerland and beyond. This new milestone is fully aligned with Orange Cyberdefense's unique positioning as a global cybersecurity player, combining local presence with scalable expertise and services, as well as deep-threat intelligence. It also reflects the Orange group's broader ambition to deliver sustainable growth and digital trust through expert-led and territorially anchored cybersecurity services. Hugues Foulon, CEO of Orange Cyberdefense, commented: 'The acquisition of ensec marks a significant milestone in our European development, enabling us to better serve our customers with comprehensive, high-impact cybersecurity solutions. This move not only strengthens our market position among Germanic customers in Switzerland but also underscores our commitment to build a safer digital society for our clients and partners. We are delighted to welcome ensec's teams into the Orange Cyberdefense family.' Nicolas Lutz, CEO of Orange Cyberdefense Switzerland, added: 'We strongly believe that the combination of our respective activities in Switzerland makes sense for our customers by providing increased proximity and the ability to respond rapidly irrespective of language-related constraints. In addition, ensec's recognized expertise in consulting and cybersecurity integration makes for a perfect match that will build on our existing capabilities to create a dynamic Swiss cyber champion.' Mike Schuler, CEO of ensec, concluded: 'Joining Orange Cyberdefense marks an exciting new chapter for ensec. This step enables us to scale our impact, expand our footprint, and bring even more value to our clients — while staying true to our core: deep technical expertise, a strong local presence, and trusted partnerships. With access to Orange Cyberdefense's extensive portfolio of services and products, we are ideally positioned to deliver end-to-end cybersecurity solutions tailored to the Swiss market. This evolution also opens up new opportunities for our employees to grow within a global leader and for our partners to benefit from an even broader ecosystem. Together, we will shape the future of cybersecurity in Switzerland and beyond'. The financial details of this acquisition remain confidential. About Orange Cyberdefense Orange Cyberdefense is the Orange Group entity dedicated to cybersecurity. It safeguards every stage of the threat lifecycle for over 50,000 business customers across more than 160 countries worldwide. As Europe's leading cybersecurity services provider, we aim to be the trusted cyber partner committed to creating value for all by delivering the safest digital space. Our service capabilities draw their strength from research and intelligence, which allows us to offer our clients unparalleled knowledge of current and emerging threats. With more than 30 years of experience in the field of information security, more than 3,200 multi-disciplinary experts and 36 detection centers spread around the world, we know how to address the global and local issues of our customers. Cybersecurity is a human journey, so we build a safer digital society by placing people at the core of our About OrangeOrange is one of the world's leading telecommunications operators with revenues of 40.3 billion euros in 2024 and 125,800 employees worldwide at 31 March 2025, including 69,700 employees in France. The Group has a total customer base of 294 million customers worldwide at 31 March 2025, including 256 million mobile customers and 22 million fixed broadband customers. These figures account for the deconsolidation of certain activities in Spain following the creation of MASORANGE. The Group is present in 26 countries (including non-consolidated countries). Orange is also a leading provider of global IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the brand Orange Business. In February 2023, the Group presented its strategic plan "Lead the Future", built on a new business model and guided by responsibility and efficiency. 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India.com
18 hours ago
- Climate
- India.com
IMD Issues Red, Orange Alerts: Heavy To Extremely Heavy Rains Forecast For Raigad, Konkan
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a high warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall over parts of Maharashtra and West Bengal for the next few days, with residents warned to remain cautious and be in tune with official announcements. For Maharashtra, the IMD on Wednesday forecasted extensive very heavy to heavy rain, especially affecting the Konkan region and Ghat districts. A red alert has been issued for Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts in the Konkan, predicting heavy to very heavy rain at a few places with isolated reports of extremely heavy rain on Thursday, July 24. This red alert will continue to be in force for these three districts on Friday also. Mumbai, Palghar district, and Thane district have been put on an Orange Alert for Thursday, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at scattered locations. A Yellow Alert is issued for the three districts on Friday. The Met department has also posted a Red Alert for the ghat sections of Satara, Pune, and Kolhapur districts for Thursday, and the same conditions may prevail over Satara and Pune's ghat sections on Friday. The heavy rainfall in Maharashtra is due to the probable establishment of a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to develop in the next 24 hours. Heavy Rains Forecasted For South Bengal At the same time, the IMD has also predicted heavy showers over South Bengal from July 24 to July 28, also thanks to the low-pressure system over North Bay of Bengal. North and South 24 Parganas, East and West Midnapore, Jhargram, Bankura, and Purulia districts are likely to have heavy to very heavy rainfall at one or two places during this time. Isolated heavy showers may also occur over other districts of South Bengal. Some of the sub-Himalayan districts are also likely to have heavy rainfall from July 25 to 28. Heavy rain is particularly likely to occur on July 25 in Kolkata. The governments of both the states have appealed to people to take every precaution, follow local weather forecasts, and stay away from areas that are vulnerable to waterlogging or landslides. Fishermen have also been asked not to travel to the affected coastal regions.
STV News
2 days ago
- Politics
- STV News
Tram power lines shutdown after demonstrators 'ignore safety issues'
A pro-Palestinian demonstration is set to be rerouted to avoid protesters getting close to the tram line, after an emergency shutdown of power lines was needed at a march over the weekend. Police Scotland expressed concerns over the August 9 march after a demonstration on Saturday saw 'frantic calls' to get the power to the trams cut off over electrocution concerns. They said that the rally's route was changed two days before it started, which made policing it more difficult and led to road closures not being in place in time. The August 9 march, which is estimated to have 500 participants, is set to be held on the same day as a major Orange walk, which will see 1,500 participants descend on the city centre at the height of the festival. The city's licensing sub-committee considered two pro-Palestine demonstrations from the organisers of Saturday's march on Monday, with one set to run on August 2 and the other on August 9. Police sergeant Grant Robinson said: 'Our assessment was that serious safety issues were frankly ignored by participants and stewards. 'Many presented waving high flags and banners on approach to the Edinburgh Tram line. 'This resulted in an emergency shutdown of the overhead power cables, as if the flags or banners touched or came near these items, the electricity would have arced, causing serious injury or worse. 'It's essential that we have agreed routes with sufficient notice, so that safety measures can be put in place in advance, as this caused frantic calls between police and Edinburgh Trams to enable the shutdown.' A spokesperson for Edinburgh Trams confirmed that the power lines were shut down for 15 minutes on Saturday over safety concerns. Sergeant Robinson also said the 'number, ability and knowledge' of the protest stewards was concerning to the police service. He said Police Scotland was willing to arrange third-party free training sessions to 'upskill' stewards. The organisers of the event were not present, having asked if the council sub-committee meeting could be delayed so they could attend. Council officers proposed that the routes of the pro-Palestine rally on August 2 be swapped with one on the 9th, in order to space out the demonstrations happening on that day. Councillors elected not to swap the routes, but modified the route of the march on the 9th to keep it away from the Edinburgh Trams infrastructure. Liberal Democrat councillor Jack Caldwell asked if the organisers could be sanctioned for not attending the sub-committee meeting or for amending the routes of past demonstrations. Council officer Max Mitchell replied: 'This is not a license application, notification of parades. There is no sanction for not attending the committee. 'What the act simply says is that if the council makes an order, and the organiser departs from the terms of that order, that would potentially become a matter for Police Scotland, and would become a statutory offence under the act.' Sergeant Robinson said the police would only charge organisers as a last resort, continuing to say: 'We are very practical. We take an informed, reasonable approach. 'We're looking to do the, you know, engage encourage educate, before we really go down that route. 'I very much stress that we do not want to charge people for exercising their right [to protest], but it is a qualified right.' Addressing the request by council officers to swap the routes of the two marches, Conservative councillor and sub-committee convener Joanna Mowat said: 'I would be mindful not to alter their fundamental structure, as in, they want to go up to the American consulate. 'I don't know why they want to go on the second of August, but that's not relevant for us. 'I would be minded, because we are going to have to do something on the 9th, which is quite a big change that we're going to have to make to their routes, that I wouldn't alter the dates. 'I think public safety has asked us to do that, but I'm not sure we have justification to do that.' For the march on the 9th, committee agreed a new route intended to keep protesters away from the trams, which would run from Waverley Bridge and up Market Street, turning left at the Mound. The previous route had an ambiguous staging area of the Mound itself, which could take protesters close to the tramway at the junction with Princes Street. Cllr Mowat said: 'They shouldn't be going anywhere near tram lines with their banners at that point. 'I mean, obviously that's going to be a conversation public safety is going to have to have with them, because the next thing we're going to have to say is that there will be a no-banners march if they're going anywhere near the tram line.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
