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The Irish Sun
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Sky customers rush to claim FREE snacks from Sainsbury's with millions of treats up for grabs
SKY customers are racing to claim free snacks from Sainsbury's with millions of treats currently up for grabs. The TV giant recently announced a range of new treats coming to Sky VIP and has pledged to make freebies available every week. 1 Sky VIP customers can claim a free bag of LOVE CORN this week Credit: Supplied This month, Sky teamed up with Sainsbury's for the first time ever to bring delicious rewards to Sky VIP members. There are almost 2 million treats to give away that have so far included And this week, you can claim a sharing bag of LOVE CORN, perfect for a night in with a movie this weekend. There are several flavours up for grabs, including: Read more Tech News Sea Salt Smoked BBQ Salt & Vinegar Sour Cream & Chive Sweet & Salty How to claim In the Sky VIP app, simply claim an instant voucher which can be exchanged for a bag of LOVE CORN at Sainsbury's. The offer is only valid at Sainsbury's superstores - not Sainsbury's Local, petrol stations or online shopping. Coupons will only work for 30 minutes once redeemed so don't activate it until you're at a Sainsbury's checkout. Most read in Tech But customers are urged to be quick as coupons are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis. The promotion will remain live until 11.59pm next Monday or until all the coupons have been claimed for this week - whichever comes firsts. How to Unlock New Free Sky Sports Channels on Your TV Today Customers then have until Sainsbury's Superstores close next Tuesday to redeem their complimentary freebie. More freebies The broadcasting giant is also offering free movies every week on Sky Showcase as well as opportunities to bag free trials to some of the biggest streaming apps. But there's not just something for foodies and movie lover - sports fans get extra treats too. If you subscribe to Sky Sports, you can claim a number of perks such as almost 100,000 free tickets to sporting events. And what's more, Sky VIP is also offering experiences such as tickets to top UK attractions, exclusive cinema screenings and more. Helen Kloepfer, Director of Sky VIP said: "The new Sky VIP reward programme is our way of saying thank you to our customers by giving them more of what they love. "Whether you're new to Sky or a long-standing customer, there's always something exciting waiting in the My Sky app that makes every day a little better." The rewards can be found in the VIP tab on the MySky app. Sky relaunched its hugely popular VIP loyalty programme earlier this month with over 3 million rewards and experiences for customers across the UK this year. MORE SKY PERKS If you're paying for Sky Cinema, you'll get loads of top movies on your telly. But you may not have realised that you also get free tickets to an actual cinema too. Every single month, you can claim a pair of tickets to see a movie at Vue cinemas without paying a penny extra. You just need to go into the MySky app, head into Sky VIP, and then tap on Your Vue Tickets. You'll be able to claim two codes, which you can then redeem at Vue cinemas. The catch is that you can only use these tickets once a month, and only between Sunday and Thursday. You're also only able to use them for Regular, Saver, and Super Saver seat types – so no posh recliner chairs here. A ticket at Vue normally costs somewhere in the region of £6 to £8, so this is a great freebie.
The Guardian
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Why on earth is Brooklyn Beckham cooking pasta with seawater?
Name: Brooklyn Beckham. Age: 26. Appearance: Tattooed. Also, uncannily like his old man. Occupation … actually, hang on, I think I know this. He's a celebrity offspring, isn't he? Ouch, cruel. No, he's actually something in his own right. Footballer? Never really happened. Model? Old news. Oh yeah, he's a photographer, isn't he? Again, was. A book of his photos, published when he was just 17, was roundly and widely lampooned. So now he's a… Chef. Oh yes, I think I did see that. And what's he been cooking up? A bit of a storm as it happens. On a boat 'n' all. Go on! So Peltz Beckham (as he's called himself since marrying American actor Nicola Peltz in 2022) is working as a chef on a yacht. Good for him. A superyacht presumably? It certainly could be, judging from the size of the kitchen. This week he shared a TikTok video, filmed on board, demonstrating his tomato pasta. Tomato pasta! Not exactly cordon bleu is it? Previous masterclasses have included one on jacket potatoes with cheese and baked beans. Does he have any cooking qualifications? Nothing formal, though that hasn't stopped him from opening a restaurant. And making a video series, Cookin' With Brooklyn, which also attracted criticism when it was revealed that a whole lot of professionals and a whole lot of money were required to make each episode … but that's another story. Back to this story then. So the controversy this time comes with the pasta water, a saucepan of which Brooklyn scoops from … the sea. Ew. Hope the yacht's not parked off Southend pier, what with Thames Water dumping all that raw sewage upstream. It looks more like the Med than the Thames estuary. But even so, some commenters were horrified. 'That's disgusting,' one opined. Another waded in: 'Obviously cooking pasta in seawater where there are boats that dump diesel into the sea and E coli abounds is not really the best alternative.' But he's boiling it, presumably – surely that will kill any bacteria. I guess. Boiling pasta and rice in seawater is common among seafaring folk, though the general consensus is that it's too salty and that one part sea to two parts fresh is about right. Plus, pasta water requires salt, seawater has salt, so it makes perfect sense. And he's saving precious fresh water. Go Brooklyn, eco warrior! Though there's no escaping the diesel. Or the fact that, even if other countries aren't as bad as the UK at dumping sewage, a lot of toilets on small boats flush straight into the sea … Do say: 'Leave the poor boy alone. It must be hard, and at least he's trying.' Don't say: Basil? I think that's seaweed, Brooklyn …
Metro
4 days ago
- Metro
Partner of Amazon driver killed in train crash says 'he was so loved'
The partner of a 'hardworking' father killed when a train collided with his van has spoken of her pain. Brandon Hatcher, 23, died when the Amazon delivery van he was driving was struck at a level crossing in the rural hamlet of Tonge on July 13. He had just finished delivering to a farm when he got stuck on the level crossing and he was struck by a high-speed train heading to London. His family said they hoped the tragedy would lead to 'learnings' to prevent more deaths. His partner, Chloe Dell, wrote on Facebook: 'He was so loved.' She also shared a link to the fundraising effort, which has so far received £12,837 from hundreds of well-wishers. The crowdfunder said: 'We have recently lost our good friend, Brandon, to a tragic accident. 'Brandon had the biggest heart, he was unintentionally funny, caring and he would have done anything for anyone that needed his help. 'But most importantly, he was a loving father and the best partner. He was a hard-working family man, who will be terribly missed. 'Please, help us support his young family through these difficult times.' It comes after Brandon's family shared a tribute to the young father. They said: 'Brandon was a Dad, Partner, Son, Brother, Grandson and Uncle amongst being a great friend to many who he came into contact with in his life. 'His family are deeply saddened by his passing at such a tragically young age in an accident that could have been so easily avoided. 'We will remember Brandon for his humour, laid back look on life, his smile and love for his family.' They also said they hoped for 'learning' from the incident to prevent 'this sort of tragedy' from happening again. Friends also paid tribute, including Emilia Sudak, who wrote that Brandon was 'kind, funny and thoughtful'. Garry Chambers said he had a 'massive smile' and called him '6ft 5 of gentle giant'. The collision caused a huge fire in greenery close to the railway at Teynham, Kent, according to footage from the scene. More Trending Philippa Lewis, who said she was on the train when the incident happened, wrote that she was 'traumatised by what happened', adding that it was an 'awful incident'. Steve White, Southeastern managing director, said the company was 'fully assisting the Rail Accident Investigation Branch with their investigation to understand exactly what happened'. An Amazon spokesperson said: 'This is a terrible incident and our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the delivery driver's family and loved ones during this difficult time. 'We will work with police and the delivery service provider as they investigate.' MORE: Labour brings c2c into public ownership – What does this mean for you? MORE: Sea Containers London review – Metro checks in to a swanky hotel suite MORE: The tragic life of Saudi 'Sleeping Prince' who never woke up from 20-year coma
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025: Astrological Predictions for All Zodiac Signs
Start your day with clarity! Today's horoscope highlights the opportunities and challenges for each zodiac sign. Whether it's career, love, or personal growth, let the stars guide you. Take the advice, stay positive, and make the most of what the day brings. Aries Daily Horoscope Today , July 20, 2025 You are rewriting something powerful, even if slowly. Today, your energy supports steady progress over quick fixes. Even if you don't see big changes yet, trust the small steps you're taking. At work, keep refining your efforts—results will follow. In personal matters, choose patience with yourself. You are becoming stronger in quiet ways. Let your actions speak without the need for approval. Your journey is unfolding at the right pace. Cosmic Tip: Every step is building your future. Lucky Number: 3 Lucky Colour: Crimson Taurus Daily Horoscope Today , July 20, 2025 What you practice emotionally shapes who you become. If you choose peace over reaction today, it brings deep strength. You may face a situation that tests your calm, but your steady heart knows how to handle it. In work, lead with quiet confidence. In love, gentle understanding works better than control. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Every time you show up with softness, you build a better version of yourself. Stay grounded and true. Cosmic Tip: Calmness is your emotional superpower. Lucky Number: 6 Lucky Colour: Emerald Green Gemini Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 A slow start may lead to solid success. You might feel delayed today or unsure where to begin, but trust the process. It's okay if things don't move fast—what matters is direction, not speed. In your career, take one task at a time. In relationships, listen more than you speak. Your charm is quiet but strong today. Let the day unfold without rushing. Real success grows with steady roots. Cosmic Tip: Steady pace brings lasting results. Lucky Number: 4 Lucky Colour: Lemon Yellow Cancer Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 Tune in to what your soul is asking—not what the world is demanding. You may feel pulled in many directions, but deep within, you know what feels true. Make choices today based on peace, not pressure. At work, protect your energy from noise. In love, share your real feelings gently. Your strength comes from staying aligned with your inner truth. Let your intuition guide your steps forward. Cosmic Tip: Listen to your inner voice first. Lucky Number: 9 Lucky Colour: Sea Blue Leo Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 Begin from grace today. You don't need to push to prove anything. Your quiet confidence can say more than loud actions. In work, let kindness guide your leadership. In love, soften your tone and listen more—it will bring deeper connection. Even when things feel uncertain, your inner strength holds light for others. Start your day with calm, and everything else will follow with flow and purpose. Cosmic Tip: Let grace lead every action today. Lucky Number: 1 Lucky Colour: Golden Yellow Virgo Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 You can move gently and still make progress. Today is not about rushing or controlling. It's about trusting your slow, steady effort. At work, take one thing at a time without overthinking. In relationships, a soft word will create more change than a sharp one. You are moving forward, even if you don't see big shifts yet. Let your calm actions speak for you. Cosmic Tip: Gentle steps carry strong energy forward. Lucky Number: 5 Lucky Colour: Dusty Olive Libra Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 Choose inner steadiness over outside noise. You may feel pulled by opinions, tasks, or emotions, but your balance lies within. At work, stay with your plan instead of reacting. In love, respond with patience, not pressure. Your peace today will not come from fixing everything around you—it will come from returning to your own calm centre. Let stillness become your strength. Cosmic Tip: Balance begins when you slow down. Lucky Number: 6 Lucky Colour: Soft Blue Scorpio Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 Notice what's asking to be noticed within you. Something inside may feel unsettled—not to disturb you, but to awaken clarity. A feeling, thought, or old memory wants your attention today. Don't rush to avoid it. In work, reflect before reacting. In love, be honest with what you really feel. Your power grows when you face yourself gently. There's a message waiting inside stillness. Cosmic Tip: Look within before looking around. Lucky Number: 7 Lucky Colour: Deep Maroon Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 What feels hard today may be building your capacity. You might feel tested by responsibilities or emotions, but trust that this is shaping your strength. Don't rush to escape the discomfort—it holds meaning. At work, patience will open new understanding. In relationships, honesty with your feelings brings growth. You are not stuck; you are expanding. Even a heavy moment is part of your becoming. Stay with yourself kindly. Cosmic Tip: Strength grows through tested moments. Lucky Number: 4 Lucky Colour: Burnt Orange Capricorn Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 Give yourself space to simply be. You do not have to perform or produce to deserve rest today. Let the pressure of perfection go. In your work, do what's needed without forcing more. In love, your calm presence is enough—no need to over-explain. Take time for silence, even for a few minutes. It lies in how gently you hold yourself. Cosmic Tip: Stillness can be a wise teacher. Lucky Number: 5 Lucky Colour: Slate Grey Aquarius Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 Be selective with where your attention goes—it creates your experience. You may feel pulled in many directions, but your peace depends on choosing what truly matters. In work, focus on meaningful tasks over busy ones. In love, give your energy to connections that feel safe. Let go of distractions that drain you. When you guide your focus with intention, your whole day begins to shift into calm and clarity. Cosmic Tip: Focus shapes your emotional reality. Lucky Number: 8 Lucky Colour: Electric Blue Pisces Daily Horoscope Today, July 20, 2025 You're not just going through the day—you're becoming through it. Every moment today is shaping you in small but sacred ways. Even ordinary tasks can hold deep meaning if you stay present. At work, let your creativity guide quiet progress. In relationships, be kind, not perfect. You are changing in ways you may not even see yet. Let each choice reflect the person you are gently becoming. Cosmic Tip: Your journey unfolds in quiet ways. Lucky Number: 2 Lucky Colour: Lavender Blush Discover everything about astrology at Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces . Read your detailed Horoscope Today and Horoscope Tomorrow here.
Scotsman
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
New era brings glamorous new audience to Athenian Riviera
Taverna 37, showcasing Greek specialties, is the perfect location for a relaxed lunch or romantic waterfront dinner An orange lozenge-like sun dissolved gently into the shimmering Aegean Sea – creating silhouettes of distant islands. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... From the vantage point of a stylish rooftop bar, sundowner in hand, it was the perfect prelude to dinner. 'I just don't think, at this age, I'm meant to live an uncomfortable life, " I thought, borrowing a line from the hit black comedy The White Lotus. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As if to read my mind, an attentive waiter appeared at my side with a tiny stool for my handbag, so that it could be comfy too. Located at the edge of Cape Sounion at the southern tip of Attica, the clifftop Temple of Poseidon is dedicated to the Olympian God of the Sea It was the standard of service and attention to detail we'd come to expect during our short seaside break at the Astir Palace Hotel Athens, operated by Four Seasons. Recognised as a world leader in high-end hospitality, the group has provided the location for all three seasons of the fictional hotel drama – at its flagship properties in Hawaii, Sicily and most recently Thailand. This has led to a surge in bookings worldwide, driven by fans looking to create memorable scenes of their own against an undeniably exotic backdrop. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But the five-star hotel chain was a go-to choice for the discerning traveller long before The White Lotus hit our TV screens, as was the Athenian Riviera where we were based. Sea-view suites and rooms are bright and airy with contemporary marble bathrooms This stretch of coastline was certainly in vogue in the 1950s, when its pristine beaches and upmarket venues attracted global icons such as Brigitte Bardot, Frank Sinatra and Jackie Onassis. Today, the area's legacy of glamour has been revitalised by the emergence of a number of new exclusive resorts, including the Astir Palace Hotel and the recently opened Astir Marina. Positioned on the southernmost tip of the Vouliagmeni peninsula, only a 40-minute drive from the Greek capital, the resort has become a popular hideaway for guests looking to combine a tranquil beach escape with exploration of the city's famous landmarks. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For a hotel of 303 rooms, our entry-level sea-view room felt surprisingly boutique and private; its well furnished balcony hidden from the gaze of neighbouring guests. The Four Seasons Astir Palace Athens has many beautiful vantage points where guests can enjoy the sunset In keeping with the hotel's overall style of "chic minimalism", a neutral colour scheme, contemporary furnishings and a full marble bathroom gave the room a cool, laid-back elegance. The biggest TV I've ever watched was cleverly disguised as a wall-to-wall mirror, adding to the spacious and airy feel. In addition to 200 standards rooms, set across two separate buildings, the 75-acre site has 42 suites and 61 secluded bungalows, many with their own swimming pools or private beach/poolside cabanas. With couples and honeymooners in mind, there's a large adults-only infinity pool, separate from the family-friendly main pool, and three private beaches ideally placed for water sports and boat trips, as well as private sunset dining. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Keen to showcase international cuisine alongside traditional Greek, Italian and Mediterranean menus, the hotel offers eight restaurants, including a Latin American-inspired poolside bar, a traditional waterfront taverna and the Michelin-starred Pelagos (Greek for Ocean) run by chef Luca Piscazzi. The Four Seasons Astir Palace Athens is one of the exclusive new resorts bringing the world's glitterati back to the Athenian Riviera In an area of Europe renowned for its outstanding fresh produce, it was great to see food and drink being prepared and presented with real reverence, from the breakfast buffet to a la carte dining. To allow guests to immerse themselves fully in the country's culinary culture, the hotel offers a 'Market to Table' experience, with a chance to join chefs as they shop for ingredients at Athens' famous Kallithea Market. While some in our party set off in search of ripe tomatoes, aromatic olives and feta cheese for the ultimate Greek salad, we were dispatched to the seafood stalls to wrestle slippery sardines and a long-tenticaled Octopus into the shopping bag. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Back in the Pelagos kitchen, and assisted by the professionals, it was time to create our own authentic dishes for a lunchtime feast, enjoyed family-style around one big table with plenty of local wine. With so much to see on our doorstep, we decided to skip our usual poolside siesta and asked the concierge to arrange an afternoon trip to the Acropolis, allowing time for a pre-dinner game of tennis on our return. I'd been warned by previous visitors that we'd be joining throngs of tourists clamouring to see beyond the scaffolding for a view of the Parthenon, currently undergoing long-term restoration. Guests in one of the terraced suites enjoy pre-dinner drinks as the sun sets over the Saronic Gulf But this was my chance to see the original home of the Elgin Marbles – or Parthenon Statues – now housed, controversially, in the British Museum. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Dominating the Athens skyline from the Acropolis Rock, the temple was built in 447 BC to honour the city's divine patron, the goddess Athena. On a showery day in late spring, the site was much quieter than we'd expected, its mythical aura somehow enhanced by a timely burst of early evening sunshine. The following morning, after a workout in the fitness centre, we were reunited with our guide from Kedros Travel for a half-day group excursion to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, an hour away at the southern tip of Attica. A major monument of the Golden Age of Athens, the temple's well-preserved marble columns are dedicated to the powerful God of the Sea, known to wreak vengeance on those who offended him. We viewed the site from a respectful distance, taking in its stunning cliff-top views. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For me, no indulgent getaway would be complete without a visit to the spa, especially one that offers timeless wellness secrets said to be inspired by the teachings of Hippocrates himself. Like everything else about this hotel, my massage was wonderfully luxurious, setting me up nicely for the four-hour return flight to Heathrow. We'd risked the wrath of Poseidon, had a close encounter with an octopus and travelled back in time more than 2000 years – quite an adventure for me and my handbag on our first Four Seasons experience. With another 130 hotels there for us to discover, across five different continents, it's a storyline that could run and run. Rates at the Four Seasons Astir Palace Athens start from £608 per night, including breakfast, for a Nafsika sea-view room.
