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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
'Rundown' UK seaside town dealt major blow as iconic attraction goes up for sale
An iconic seaside town that has grappled with its reputation for years has suffered a huge blow after one of its most popular attractions has unexpectedly hit the market A 'rundown' seaside town has been thrown into the limelight as one of its most historic landmarks has gone on the market. Once referred to as the 'King' of the UK coast, Blackpool' s reputation has plummeted into the gutter in recent years - with holidaymakers branding the area 'scruffy' and 'untidy'. On TripAdvisor, visitors have critiqued the town's 'tired' seafront, boarded-up shops, and 'drunken gangs' loitering in the streets. Last month, Blackpool came sixth-to-last in Which?' s league tables* for the best seaside towns in the country, scoring a measly 48 per cent overall destination score. Members of the consumer brand gave the town just one star for its 'scenery' and shopping options, while its beach, seafront/ pier, and food and drink offerings received a still-poor two-star rating. In another huge blow to the resort, its renowned North Pier - located just a stone's throw from the iconic Blackpool Tower - has gone up for sale. The Grade II-listed structure, which opened back in 1863, was bought in 2011 by the Sedgwick family, who also own the town's other two piers. However, the owners have decided with a 'heavy heart' that they are choosing to 'focus' their attention on their wider portfolio, and are looking for 'sensible offers' for the Victorian pier. "It retains its Victorian grandeur and traditionally characterised construction with a wooden deck above a substructure of cast iron girders, cross members and screw piles, providing a significant footprint of circa 13,500 m2," said Avison Young, the estate agents selling the pier. "The pier's promenade deck is lined with wooden benches with ornamental cast iron backs. At intervals along the pier are hexagonal kiosks built around 1900 in wood and glass with minaret roofs topped with decorative finials." All of the equipment and machines, including an arcade, theatre and bar, are included with the sale. It is believed the pier generates a total income of around £2.3 million per year. Despite Blackpool's struggling reputation, it's clear the resort is still a firm favourite amongst Brits. 2023 figures showing the town attracted a whopping 21.5 million tourists, a six per cent spike compared to the year before. As previously reported, Blackpool is also undergoing a huge regeneration thanks to a long-term initiative called the Talbot Gateway Development. The £350 million fund, led by Blackpool Council and Muse, aims to redevelop the area around Blackpool North train station in order to bring over 8,000 workers and students into Blackpool town centre and create more jobs and opportunities for local people. You can learn more about the investment here. *Which?'s results are based on an online survey of 8,952 experiences from 3,872 Which? Connect panel members conducted between January and March, 2025.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kyra Sedgwick's Signature Dish Is So Relatable (and Approved By Kevin Bacon)
Kyra Sedgwick's Signature Dish Is So Relatable (and Approved By Kevin Bacon) originally appeared on Parade. Over the years, Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, who fell in love on set while filming the 1988 movie Lemon Sky, have made it clear that food is one of their love languages. If you actively follow Bacon on social media, you'll know that the Footloose actor is an avid home cook and you've probably seen him cooking for Sedgwick. When she was coming home from being on the road, Bacon shot a video of himself prepping her a mostly vegetarian bolognese pasta. Bacon told PEOPLE Magazine that on Sunday mornings, he makes his signature 3-ingredient banana pancakes while Sedgwick is still sleeping. Related: And now, just in time for Bacon's birthday (June 8th), the Hollywood couple has shared a closer look into what Sedgwick likes to make when it's her night to cook. And judging by Bacon's bold proclamation, the dish very much has his stamp of approval. "My wife is making her signature dish, pantry pasta, and you better tell her it looks good," Bacon says as he stares directly into the camera in a recent TikTok video. (This intensely supportive partner bit is a new-ish TikTok trend.) The camera moves over to Sedgwick, who explains the main components of her pasta. "It's got olives and capers and tomatoes and tuna," she says. That combination of ingredients is guaranteed to be something good, so if you're looking for a nice and easy dinner for you and your honey, you might want to try Sedgwick's pantry pasta. Related: 😋😋 SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter. 🍳🍔 What is Kyra Sedgwick's Pantry Pasta? She doesn't call it out as such, but based on Sedgwick's description, her pantry pasta is most likely a variation on pasta alla puttanesca, a classic Neopolitan pasta dish flavored with garlic, anchovies, capers, olives and tomatoes. Classic puttanesca pasta is savory and tangy, hearty but still light. The best part? It can be prepared completely without any ingredients from the fridge. According to New York Times food writer Mark Bittman, "There are almost as many explanations for the origins of pasta puttanesca as there are ways to make it." And in Segwick's case, it seems that she skips the anchovies and adds tuna. Related: When Bacon calls, the people answer, and boy did people flood the comments, per his request. "Hell, yeah there's nothing better than pantry pasta," wrote one commenter. "I don't like olives, but I'm kinda afraid of Kevin, so that looks delicious," said another. Finally, another fan posed the all-important question to the couple: "It looks great Kyra. When do we eat??!!" Related: It would be great if Bacon and Sedgwick opened up a pop-up, but don't worry if that doesn't happen. Pasta alla puttanesca is deceptively easy to make. All you have to do is cook garlic and anchovies (or tuna) in olive oil until the garlic turns golden. Add crushed canned tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook until you have a chunky sauce. Stir in olives and capers (plus some red chili flakes, if you'd like). Cook your favorite pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and transfer it to the pan with the sauce (don't do what Sedgwick did and spill half of the pasta on the stove). Toss to marry the noodles and sauce together, like a happy couple, then serve it Sedgwick's Signature Dish Is So Relatable (and Approved By Kevin Bacon) first appeared on Parade on Jul 8, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 8, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
The Irish Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Huge blow to iconic UK seaside resort as nation's oldest pier dating back 160 years goes up for sale ‘with heavy heart'
THE family that owns a historic pier in a major seaside town has put it up for sale. Blackpool's Grade II-listed North Pier is the oldest in England and was first opened in 1863. 2 The North Pier is up for sale after making a £2.3million turnover last year Credit: MEN Media The Sedgwick family bought the landmark in 2011 and also own the town's other two piers. Directors for Northern Victorian Pier Ltd said the decision was "made with a heavy heart", and that they have "chosen to focus [their] attention on the wider portfolio, including Central and South Piers". Estate agents Avison Young revealed the turnover last year was £2.3million and they are now looking for "sensible offers". The Victorian promenade measures around 1,410ft out from the shore and is made from cast iron and wood. read more on blackpool It's older than the famous Blackpool tower and includes a theatre, amusement arcade, electric train and variety of eateries. It currently employs ten full-time, three part-time and around 40 seasonal staff. This comes after Blackpool's Pleasure Beach had added a £25 fee for non-riders. For those wanting to go on the rides, an adult ticket on the day is now £50, or £30 online if paid in advance. Most read in Travel But it's the fixed fee for anyone not planning to go on rides that has received the most backlash. The non-rider ticket of £25 has been designed to offer guests greater 'flexibility when planning their day out.' Included in the price is £5 worth of 'Pleasure Beach Pounds' to put towards food, discounted show tickets and attractions like the Chinese Puzzle Maze. But it still hasn't sat well with visitors, one wrote on Facebook : "Wow £25 to walk around only, I'll stick to the pier thanks." Another added: "Overpriced, £10 per non rider would have got far more people through the gates." Some even went as far as to call it a "con" and called the whole thing "daylight robbery". The likes of Alton Towers , Thorpe Park , , and all have general admission fees for all. These range from £27.50-£68 - all of which are more expensive than Blackpool Pleasure Beach's non-rider fee. Blackpool Pleasure Beach is home to 10 rollercoasters, five 'dark' (indoor) rides, five water rides and 12 The attraction also has a number of shows and events throughout the year, including late night riding and It first opened in 1896, and is still popular today. It was recently named as the number one destination to take kids to during the summer holidays, based on its reviews. 2 Blackpool North pier opened in the 18th century Credit: MEN Media
Scottish Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Huge blow to iconic UK seaside resort as nation's oldest pier dating back 160 years goes up for sale ‘with heavy heart'
The Sedgwick family has owned the pier for 14 years PIER PRESSURE Huge blow to iconic UK seaside resort as nation's oldest pier dating back 160 years goes up for sale 'with heavy heart' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE family that owns a historic pier in a major seaside town has put it up for sale. Blackpool's Grade II-listed North Pier is the oldest in England and was first opened in 1863. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The North Pier is up for sale after making a £2.3million turnover last year Credit: MEN Media The Sedgwick family bought the landmark in 2011 and also own the town's other two piers. Directors for Northern Victorian Pier Ltd said the decision was "made with a heavy heart", and that they have "chosen to focus [their] attention on the wider portfolio, including Central and South Piers". Estate agents Avison Young revealed the turnover last year was £2.3million and they are now looking for "sensible offers". The Victorian promenade measures around 1,410ft out from the shore and is made from cast iron and wood. It's older than the famous Blackpool tower and includes a theatre, amusement arcade, electric train and variety of eateries. It currently employs ten full-time, three part-time and around 40 seasonal staff. This comes after Blackpool's Pleasure Beach had added a £25 fee for non-riders. For those wanting to go on the rides, an adult ticket on the day is now £50, or £30 online if paid in advance. But it's the fixed fee for anyone not planning to go on rides that has received the most backlash. The non-rider ticket of £25 has been designed to offer guests greater 'flexibility when planning their day out.' Included in the price is £5 worth of 'Pleasure Beach Pounds' to put towards food, discounted show tickets and attractions like the Chinese Puzzle Maze. But it still hasn't sat well with visitors, one wrote on Facebook: "Wow £25 to walk around only, I'll stick to the pier thanks." Another added: "Overpriced, £10 per non rider would have got far more people through the gates." Some even went as far as to call it a "con" and called the whole thing "daylight robbery". The likes of Alton Towers, Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures, Drayton Manor and Flamingo Land all have general admission fees for all. These range from £27.50-£68 - all of which are more expensive than Blackpool Pleasure Beach's non-rider fee. Blackpool Pleasure Beach is home to 10 rollercoasters, five 'dark' (indoor) rides, five water rides and 12 Nickelodeon-themed rides. The attraction also has a number of shows and events throughout the year, including late night riding and fireworks. It first opened in 1896, and is still popular today. It was recently named as the number one destination to take kids to during the summer holidays, based on its reviews.
Miami Herald
08-07-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Kraft Heinz announces huge recall over alarming safety concerns
Despite all the procedures, testing, safety measures, and standards across various industries, accidents happen. Unfortunately, sometimes they even cost lives. In 2024, hospitalizations and deaths from contaminated food doubled compared to the prior year, with undeclared allergens, pathogens, and toxic contaminants accounting for most recalls. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Data from Food Safety Net Services also revealed that in 2024, there were 296 total recalls (both from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Department of Agriculture), and 1,392 people got sick from recalled food. Hospitalizations grew from 230 in 2023 to 487 last year, and deaths increased from eight in 2023 to 19 in 2024. In the first quarter of 2025, the number of food products recalled by the FDA increased by 232%, marking the second-highest volume recorded in the past two years, writes Sedgwick. With the new administration and newly appointed Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., many experts expect various regulatory changes across the food industry. Some of them are already happening. Kraft Heinz, one of the leading global food and beverage companies with a portfolio of iconic brands, joined other brands in the latest removal of artificial colors. More recently, it made headlines over a huge recall. Kraft Heinz (KHC) , a company behind popular brands such as Kool-Aid, Jell-O, and Oscar Mayer, is recalling around 367,812 pounds of fully cooked turkey bacon that might have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria is a type of bacteria that thrives in cool and damp environments, even at temperatures as low as 31°F. When food comes into contact with Listeria, the bacteria spreads quickly. It is most commonly found in luncheon meats, such as dry sausages and hot dogs, but also in raw milk, ham, chicken salads, and more. Related: FDA says yes to controversial new seafood delicacy What happens if you eat food contaminated with Listeria? You can get listeriosis, an infection that can be serious. Consumers especially vulnerable to listeriosis are pregnant women and their newborns, older people (65+), and those with weakened immune systems. Infection during pregnancy is hazardous and can even lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or life-threatening infection of the newborn, according to the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). Pregnant women with listeriosis often only have fever and similar flu-like symptoms. Those who are not pregnant might have headaches, stiff necks, fevers, muscle pain, loss of balance, and convulsions. While the first symptoms might appear in a few hours to three days after consuming contaminated food, sometimes they take up to 2 months to appear. More on Food and Retail: Nutella could see major price hike (and it's not because of tariffs)Pepsi shockingly discontinues two big name sodasCorona beer owner raises red flag about alarming consumer trend While healthy people can have mild symptoms when infected with Listeria, older people and those with weakened immune systems can die. More than 90% of people with listeriosis end up hospitalized, often in intensive care units, according to data from the FDA. The recalled Oscar Mayer Turkey BACON ORIGINAL was produced from April 24, 2025, through June 11, 2025, and includes the following products: 12-oz. Vacuum-packed packages with universal product code (UPC) "071871548601" with dates ranging from July 18 to August 02 and lot code "RS40." 36-oz. packages with three 12-oz vacuum-packed packages of turkey bacon and UPC "071871548748" with dates ranging from July 23 to September 04 and lot codes "RS19," "RS40," or "RS42." 48-oz. packages containing four 12-oz. vacuum-packed turkey packages, with UPC "071871548793" and dates ranging from July 18 to September 04, and lot codes "RS19," "RS40," or "RS42." Related: Sam's Club unveils rare, fresh take on a classic dinner favorite These products were shipped to retail stores across the country, and some even reached the British Virgin Islands and Hong Kong. No illnesses or adverse reaction to the consumption of these products have been reported, said FSIS, However, consumers concerned about an illness are advised to contact a health care provider. FSIS fears some of these products might be in consumers' refrigerators or freezers, and it is urging buyers not to consume them, but to throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. The possible contamination was discovered through Kraft Heinz's internal laboratory testing. Related: Iconic fast-food chain begins an unlikely comeback The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
