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Yahoo
26-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Taunton Town defeat Chippenham Town in pre-season friendly
Taunton Town continued their winning form in pre-season with a victory over National League South side Chippenham Town. The two sides met at the Cygnet Health Care Stadium on Tuesday (July 22) as both teams prepare for the new season. It was the Peacocks who ended up victorious, making it two wins in pre-season against teams from the level above after defeating Bath City at home earlier in the summer. The first big chance of the game on 23 minutes saw Niall Thompson go past the Chippenham Town goalkeeper but couldn't find any teammate to apply the finishing touch. At the other end, a header went over the bar on 35 minutes. However, Taunton did take the lead as Ben Seymour capitalised on a mistake by a Chippenham defender, rounded the goalkeeper and finished. The second half was punctuated by substitutions for both sides, but Seymour did have another chance on 55 minutes but could not finish on this occasion. As full time loomed, Chippenham created chances but could not get the equaliser and Taunton finished as the winners.
Scotsman
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Scran season 9: The evolution of Scottish ice cream shops
On this episode of Scran we are fully embracing the summer and talking about all things ice-cream. A few weeks back I visited two ice-cream producers. The first, new kid on the block, Peacocks, on the Southside of Glasgow and the second, a Scottish institution, Lucas of Mussleburgh. At Peacocks I met ice-cream entrepreneur Jennifer Clapp who has brought her own signature North America style of ice cream to Scotland. At Lucas Yolanda Luca, the third generation of ice-cream makers told me all about the family business and how it has evolved over time. Listen to the episode in full Get in touch We'd love to hear from you about our episodes. Is there someone you'd love to hear us chat to? Let me know. If you have an opinion about anything we discuss, get in touch with your comments. Drop us a message on the Scotsman Food and Drink Facebook page, or contact me on Twitter @RosalindErskine or via email using Scran is available from all of your favourite podcast providers, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you like what you hear, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode - and leave us a rating and review. It helps others discover the show and we really like to hear your feedback. If you want to know more about food and drink in Scotland, then why not subscribe to our newsletter?
India.com
27-06-2025
- General
- India.com
Before The Glow Up: 8 Baby Animals That Are Unrecognizable From Their Parents
photoDetails english 2922960 8 Baby Animals That Are Unrecognizable From Their Parents" highlights these 8 fascinating transformations in the animal kingdom. From fuzzy owlets to wrinkly elephant calves, these baby creatures look nothing like their adult counterparts. These feature celebrates nature's surprising makeovers, revealing how growth and time turn awkward, unusual-looking newborns into majestic adults, showcasing the wonders of evolution, adaptation, and survival in the wild. Updated:Jun 27, 2025, 12:21 PM IST Tapirs 1 / 8 Tapirs Babies have brown with white spots and stripes (like a watermelon or a fawn) and adults are in solid dark brown or black with a distinctive light saddle (in some species). They are different from each other because their camouflage helps them blend into the forest floor, while adults rely more on size and stealth. Harlequin Filefish 2 / 8 Harlequin Filefish There baby is of bright orange with bold black and blue markings. Adult is of color Pale blue with subtle markings and elongated snouts. They are so different because of their bold colors as babies help them hide among stinging corals; adults rely on camouflage and defense mechanisms. Elephants 3 / 8 Elephants Their babies are wrinkled, fluffy, and often pinkish behind the ears. And adults are much larger in size, with tougher, grey skin and more defined features like tusks and massive ears. They are so different as infants have a more delicate appearance and are born with some hair, which becomes less visible over time. Frogs 4 / 8 Frogs (e.g., Bullfrogs) Baby (Tadpole) are fish-like, no legs, with gills and a tail and adults are legged amphibians with lungs and no tail. They are so different from their parents because of their complete metamorphosis from aquatic to semi-terrestrial form, that makes them look like entirely different species. Peacocks 5 / 8 Peacocks Their chick is dull brown and yellow in color, completely lacking the long tail feathers. And adult (Male) are in vivid blues and greens with the famous iridescent tail train. They are so different from each other as Chicks need camouflage to survive predators, while adults use color and feathers for mating. Wild Boars 6 / 8 Wild Boars Their piglet is striped like a chipmunk and they are light brown in color with horizontal stripes and adults are of solid dark brown or black in color and much hairier. They are so different from their parents as their stripes act as camouflage in forest underbrush. Silvered Leaf Monkeys 7 / 8 Silvered Leaf Monkeys Their baby is bright orange in color and adults are silvery-grey fur and black faces. They are so different from each other because of their orange color, that may make babies more visible to the group, encouraging care from multiple adults. Flamingos 8 / 8 Flamingos Their chick is grey or white in color and fluffy and adult is bright pink due to diet, as they eat shrimp and algae rich in carotenoids. They are so different because they only turn pink after months of eating the right food.
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Four ways to grow your own herbs and save buying at the supermarket
A supermarket is selling half-price fillet steak and today is the last day to take advantage SUN SAVERS Four ways to grow your own herbs and save buying at the supermarket Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SUMMER is the perfect thyme to rustle up light dishes packed with fresh herbs. Coriander, parsley and biggest seller basil are all in demand this season, so you might want to grow your own. Here's how to keep them in mint condition. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Growing your own herbs can give you a headstart on rustling up a few tasty dishes Credit: Getty TOP OF THE POTS: Bought potted herbs will likely need a health reboot. As soon as you get them home, replant them in a bigger container. Add some good quality compost. If you have some specifically for vegetables, that's even better. Gently loosen the roots before planting so they have space to flourish. SAGE ADVICE: When deciding where to place your potted herbs so they thrive, it's wise to pick a semi-sunny spot. They may not have been grown in natural sunlight, so putting them on a hot south-facing sill may be too much. Find somewhere that gets sun, but isn't too much of a hotspot. Avoid draughts or radiators, and don't group them too close together. They need space to grow. WATER WISE: Herbs need regular watering but won't welcome getting drenched. It's best to place those from a supermarket on a saucer or shallow dish and water when it runs dry. The best-selling fresh herb, basil, should only be watered in the morning so it can dry out overnight. You should prune your herbs or use them regularly as this encourages them to grow. FREEZY DOES IT: Freezing your herbs will mean you can use them for months to come. Wash and dry them, then freeze the stems and leaves in a freezer bag. Alternatively, snip the washed herbs into an ice cube tray before topping with water or oil. Then freeze. You could also mix cut herbs and room-temperature butter. Freeze in an ice cube tray, then use in your cooking or to top meat, fish or vegetables. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability. Deal of the day 7 Grab a useful Father's Day gift from John Lewis or £25 Credit: supplied MAKE a last minute dash for dad with the Levi's cotton loose fit shirt, down from £51 to £25 at John Lewis. SAVE: £26 Cheap treat 7 Peacocks are selling these tortoiseshell sunglasses for just £6 Credit: supplied FOR stylish sunnies on a budget, try these £6 pink tortoiseshell cats eye sunglasses from Peacocks. What's new SMARTEN your outdoor space with a deal from Dunelm's garden sale, including the Santorini bright and cheery egg chair which was £249 and is now £125.50. Top swap 7 Dunelm is selling this lemon print for £23 Credit: supplied THIS lemon A3 print, above, £23 from Dunelm, will add zing to your walls. But the one below, £8 for A3 from George at Asda, is also a zesty addition to any home. SAVE: £15 7 Asda is selling their own print for just £8 Credit: supplied Little helper CELEBRATE Pride month with the Love For All T-shirt from Asda, £6 for kids or £10 for adults, with 20 per cent of profits going to the Diversity Role Models charity. Shop & save 7 Nectar card holders can get a discount on Tails Passion Fruit Martini Credit: supplied ENJOY a tipple with Tails Passion Fruit Martini cocktail, down from £15.10 to £12.50 at Sainsbury's with a Nectar card, for a four-serve bottle. SAVE: £2.60 Hot right now IT'S the last day to get half-price fillet steak at Morrisons meat counter – down from £11.34 to £5.67 for an 8oz steak. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
The Sun
06-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Peacocks launches huge clearance sale ahead of closing much-loved shop
PEACOCKS has launched a huge clearance sale ahead of one of its much-loved shops shutting its doors. The branch in Northfield, Birmingham, has items on sale with an extra 30 per cent discount on top, a shopper has claimed. 3 3 3 The shopper took to the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook page to share the unbelievable shop discovery. She said: "Peacocks in Northfield is now a clearance shop, everything is SALE an addition 30% sale prices! "I got tops for £2.10 black ankle boots for £3.50! "Jeans that was £25 for £8.40! And loads more they had loads of stock. "Run don't walk." Facebook users shared their excitement on the sale - but their sadness on the shop closure. One shopper said: "Why are all the shops closing in Northfield?" And tagging a pal, one commenter asked: "Fancy an hour out in Northfield tomorrow?" In July last year Peacocks announced they would be strategically closing stores as they launched a new website. Poundland to be sold for JUST £1 as frontrunner for shock takeover is revealed after wave of store closures The fashion retailer revealed an annual turnover of £238million for the year to February 2023, with £14.65million in profits for the same period. Peacocks was originally bought out of administration in 2021, saving 2,000 jobs. The brand was saved by investors led by Edinburgh Woollen Mill's chief operating officer Steve Simpson. It comes as closures have rocked high streets across the UK in recent years. Devastated shoppers cried "what a tragedy" as a beloved shop of 33 years is set to pull down the shutters for good. Why the high street still rules! Fabulous' Fashion Director, Tracey Lea Sayer shares her thoughts. I WAS 10 when I first discovered the utter joy of high-street shopping for clothes with my mum and nan. Going into town on Saturday became a family tradition – a girls' day out we would look forward to all week. My mum's favourite shop was M&S, where she would gaze at jackets with big shoulder pads and floral sundresses, while my nan would make a beeline for John Lewis and their classic coats and elegant court shoes. I was all over Tammy Girl – Etam's little sister – and Chelsea Girl, which was later rebranded to high-street fave River Island. I would spend hours in the changing rooms, watched keenly by my two cheerleaders, who gave the thumbs up – or thumbs down – on what I was trying on. Frilly ra-ra skirts, duster coats, polka dot leggings, puff balls, boob tubes… I tried them all, often making my nan howl with laughter. Fashion wasn't so fast back in the 1980s and every item was cherished and worn until it fell apart – literally – at the seams. At 18, I went to art college and my tastes became more refined. Extra cash from a part-time job in a bar meant I could move on to slightly more expensive stores, like Warehouse, Miss Selfridge and the mecca that was Topshop. I knew at this point I wanted to work in fashion because the high street had totally seduced me. One day, I wrote an article for a competition in a glossy mag about my love of retail therapy and my favourite LBD – and I won! That led me to where I am today – Fashion Director of Fabulous. It's not just me that loves the high street – big-name designers are fans, too. When Cool Britannia hit in the '90s, they all turned up in one big store. Designers at Debenhams was a stroke of genius by Debenhams CEO Belinda Earl, designer Ben de Lisi and fashion director Spencer Hawken, who introduced diffusion ranges from John Rocha, Matthew Williamson and Betty Jackson, to name a few. This meant we could all afford a bit of luxury and wear a well-known designer's signature style. Years later, I hosted a night with Debenhams and Fabulous for 250 readers, who were in awe meeting all the designers. It was a real career highlight for me. In 2004, H&M started rolling out their international designer collabs. Karl Lagerfeld was first, followed by Roberto Cavalli, Marni, Stella McCartney, Maison Martin Margiela, Sonia Rykiel, Comme des Garçons, Balmain, Versace and many, many more. I could barely contain myself! Then in 2007, Kate Moss launched her first collection with Topshop, with thousands queuing along London's Oxford Street. I remember sitting behind Ms Moss and Topshop boss Philip Green at a London Fashion Week Topshop Unique catwalk show. I had my three-year-old daughter, Frankie, in tow and we both made the news the next day after we were papped behind Kate, my supermodel girl crush. At the time, the high street was on fire. Who needed designer buys when Mango stocked tin foil trousers just like the designer Isabel Marant ones and you could buy a bit of Barbara Hulanicki's legendary brand Biba from Topshop? High street stores even started to storm London Fashion week. Although Topshop Unique had shown collections since 2001, in 2013 River Island showed its first collection in collaboration with global superstar Rihanna, who was flown in by a friend of mine on a private jet. KER-CHING! A whole new generation of high profile high street collabs followed. Beyoncé created Ivy Park with Topshop's Philip Green and I even flew to LA for Fabulous to shoot the Kardashian sisters in their bodycon 'Kollection' for Dorothy Perkins. I am pleased to say they were the absolute dream cover stars. Fast forward to 2024 and while the high street doesn't look exactly like it did pre-Covid, it has made a gallant comeback. Stores like M&S, Reserved and Zara, and designer collabs like Victoria Beckham X Mango and Rochelle Humes for Next are giving me all the feels. The supermarkets have really come into their own, too, smashing it with gorgeous collections that look expensive, but at prices that still allow us to afford the weekly shop. The last 30 years of high street fashion have been one big adventure for me. Bring on the next 30!
