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The Guardian
4 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Guardian
You be the judge: should my boyfriend stop drinking from a water bladder during sex?
It looks like a drip and reminds me of a hospital. If he needs a drink, a cup is more appropriate I've been with my boyfriend, Wes, for about a year and a half. We don't live together, and last summer he built himself a four-poster bed, which I thought was really cool. But a few months ago he got one of those water bladders with a long tube and hung it from one side of the bed. He said it was practical, and at first I didn't mind. I thought it was a joke. There were also moments when I thought it was practical too. Sometimes, when he was drinking from it, I thought: 'I'll have a drink from it as well.' But then I asked him if he was going to take it down, and he just brushed it off. One day, we were having an intimate moment and he whipped out the water bladder and started drinking from it. He should have been concentrating on me so I was annoyed, and now it's banished. It was just a huge turnoff. It looks like a drip and it reminds me of a hospital. When you're with your partner that's not the connotation you want. Hydration is important, but if Wes needs a drink during sex a water bottle or a cup of water is more appropriate. The water bladder was up for about two and a half months in total. That moment tipped me over the edge, and thankfully Wes listened to me. We have come to an agreement to keep it out of the bedroom, but I know that part of him wants it back. We are going to a festival this weekend and Wes says he is going to bring two water bladders. I won't be drinking from one unless there's an emergency. Wes loves hiking and biking, and uses a water bladder then. I think that's acceptable as it's what it was originally designed for – but it's not for the bedroom. Even though we live separately, as I usually go to Wes's place, I think he should listen to me when I say I'm not comfortable with something. He did take it down after that incident, but I know if I allowed it, the water bladder would go straight back up. I get that it was maybe insensitive to do it during sex, but I didn't expect her to be so bothered After building myself a four-poster bed while I was bored, I attached a water bladder I had lying around the house with a little bit of string, looping it over the top of the bed. I thought it was practical and funny. It was really hot recently, so it was a good way to stay hydrated. At first, Leanne drank from it with me when she came round to stay. She didn't seem opposed to it. But then when I drank from it during an intimate moment she reacted really strongly. Things came to an abrupt halt there and then, and the water bladder was removed immediately. It felt like an overreaction in the face of something I thought was totally innocent. I get that it was bad timing and maybe a bit insensitive to do it during sex. However, I didn't expect her to be so bothered. It started out as 'look at this fun idea', and I thought: 'Wow, I can drink hands-free.' But then Leanne said she didn't like the imagery of it. I do get that the thought of me lying in bed with a tube stuck out of my mouth during sex isn't very attractive. But we are going to a festival soon and she's banned it in the tent too. She's OK with me using it when we're out and about, just not when I'm lying down inside the tent. I think it's much more practical than a cup – there's no risk of spillage. And surely a water bladder is appropriate in any context where you're camping? If we are in the crowds for hours and Leanne runs out of water, and I've got litres left in the bladder, I think she'll end up using it. It's a different context to the bedroom, but it seems like the whole idea of the water bladder is totally corrupted for Leanne now. There's not really a middle ground for her when it comes to the water bladder. I've suggested getting a smaller one, but to no avail. Ultimately, Leanne's upset is more important than the convenience. If it means she is happier, then it's worth it, but privately I think a water bladder is entirely functional. If she said I could hang it off the bed again, I 100% would. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion Is a water bladder acceptable in the bedroom? Water bladders have their place, but should not be used in the home, let alone during an intimate moment. Wes should focus on understanding Leanne's feelings and how to use bladders appropriately, rather than trying to shoehorn them into every 30 Leanne is well within her rights to ban the bladder from the bedroom and also from what functions as a bedroom while they are at the festival. This still leaves Wes plenty of opportunities to hydrate when he's out and about, just not during sleep or sex!Harmony, 30 It's entirely reasonable to ask that the water bladder isn't used in the bedroom. Yet, I think it is totally normal to use it in most other contexts, including at a festival. Wes has been willing to make adjustments, so Leanne should let him drink in the 25 Leanne has made it perfectly clear to Wes that she finds the water bladder distasteful, and it makes her uncomfortable. Relationships are about compromise – when your partner tells you they don't like something, you stop doing it. There is no reasonable excuse to persist with 60 Wes isn't a Formula One driver, he can take 10 seconds to drink from a glass. A bladder at a festival makes sense, but using one in the home is unnecessary. Leanne is right to come down hard on it, and Wes is right to 30 In our online poll, tell us who should suck it up The poll closes on Wednesday 6 August at 10am BST We asked whether Cara should stop scrimping on holiday 46% said yes – Cara is guilty54% said no – Cara is innocent
The Guardian
4 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Guardian
You be the judge: should my boyfriend stop drinking from a water bladder during sex?
It looks like a drip and reminds me of a hospital. If he needs a drink, a cup is more appropriate I've been with my boyfriend, Wes, for about a year and a half. We don't live together, and last summer he built himself a four-poster bed, which I thought was really cool. But a few months ago he got one of those water bladders with a long tube and hung it from one side of the bed. He said it was practical, and at first I didn't mind. I thought it was a joke. There were also moments when I thought it was practical too. Sometimes, when he was drinking from it, I thought: 'I'll have a drink from it as well.' But then I asked him if he was going to take it down, and he just brushed it off. One day, we were having an intimate moment and he whipped out the water bladder and started drinking from it. He should have been concentrating on me so I was annoyed, and now it's banished. It was just a huge turnoff. It looks like a drip and it reminds me of a hospital. When you're with your partner that's not the connotation you want. Hydration is important, but if Wes needs a drink during sex a water bottle or a cup of water is more appropriate. The water bladder was up for about two and a half months in total. That moment tipped me over the edge, and thankfully Wes listened to me. We have come to an agreement to keep it out of the bedroom, but I know that part of him wants it back. We are going to a festival this weekend and Wes says he is going to bring two water bladders. I won't be drinking from one unless there's an emergency. Wes loves hiking and biking, and uses a water bladder then. I think that's acceptable as it's what it was originally designed for – but it's not for the bedroom. Even though we live separately, as I usually go to Wes's place, I think he should listen to me when I say I'm not comfortable with something. He did take it down after that incident, but I know if I allowed it, the water bladder would go straight back up. I get that it was maybe insensitive to do it during sex, but I didn't expect her to be so bothered After building myself a four-poster bed while I was bored, I attached a water bladder I had lying around the house with a little bit of string, looping it over the top of the bed. I thought it was practical and funny. It was really hot recently, so it was a good way to stay hydrated. At first, Leanne drank from it with me when she came round to stay. She didn't seem opposed to it. But then when I drank from it during an intimate moment she reacted really strongly. Things came to an abrupt halt there and then, and the water bladder was removed immediately. It felt like an overreaction in the face of something I thought was totally innocent. I get that it was bad timing and maybe a bit insensitive to do it during sex. However, I didn't expect her to be so bothered. It started out as 'look at this fun idea', and I thought: 'Wow, I can drink hands-free.' But then Leanne said she didn't like the imagery of it. I do get that the thought of me lying in bed with a tube stuck out of my mouth during sex isn't very attractive. But we are going to a festival soon and she's banned it in the tent too. She's OK with me using it when we're out and about, just not when I'm lying down inside the tent. I think it's much more practical than a cup – there's no risk of spillage. And surely a water bladder is appropriate in any context where you're camping? If we are in the crowds for hours and Leanne runs out of water, and I've got litres left in the bladder, I think she'll end up using it. It's a different context to the bedroom, but it seems like the whole idea of the water bladder is totally corrupted for Leanne now. There's not really a middle ground for her when it comes to the water bladder. I've suggested getting a smaller one, but to no avail. Ultimately, Leanne's upset is more important than the convenience. If it means she is happier, then it's worth it, but privately I think a water bladder is entirely functional. If she said I could hang it off the bed again, I 100% would. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion Is a water bladder acceptable in the bedroom? Water bladders have their place, but should not be used in the home, let alone during an intimate moment. Wes should focus on understanding Leanne's feelings and how to use bladders appropriately, rather than trying to shoehorn them into every 30 Leanne is well within her rights to ban the bladder from the bedroom and also from what functions as a bedroom while they are at the festival. This still leaves Wes plenty of opportunities to hydrate when he's out and about, just not during sleep or sex!Harmony, 30 It's entirely reasonable to ask that the water bladder isn't used in the bedroom. Yet, I think it is totally normal to use it in most other contexts, including at a festival. Wes has been willing to make adjustments, so Leanne should let him drink in the 25 Leanne has made it perfectly clear to Wes that she finds the water bladder distasteful, and it makes her uncomfortable. Relationships are about compromise – when your partner tells you they don't like something, you stop doing it. There is no reasonable excuse to persist with 60 Wes isn't a Formula One driver, he can take 10 seconds to drink from a glass. A bladder at a festival makes sense, but using one in the home is unnecessary. Leanne is right to come down hard on it, and Wes is right to 30 In our online poll, tell us who should suck it up The poll closes on Wednesday 6 August at 10am BST We asked whether Cara should stop scrimping on holiday 46% said yes – Cara is guilty54% said no – Cara is innocent
Time Business News
11 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Time Business News
Best Linen Shirts for Men That Work as Hard as You
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The best linen shirts use higher thread counts and tight weaves—resulting in shirts that don't go see-through when you sweat or move. Work-ready linen shirts have more than just looks. Two signs it's built to last: bartacks where strain hits hardest, double-thread seams.. If you want it to move with you, structure matters. Thrifted linen's magic? It arrives already softened up, no scratchy phase, just ready-to-wear coziness. The fabric falls naturally, like it's known your shape for years. Instinctive wardrobe royalty – you just put it on. If you only own one, make it this. Buttoned-up or layered open over a tee, this is your everyday workhorse. Camp collars are the rebels of the shirt world. That slouchy, sun-warmed feeling for when the air's thick and even a faint gust feels like luck turning your way. Long sleeves mean more coverage, more versatility. Roll them up or let them hang—these shirts flex with your lifestyle. 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Buying from them means investing in legacy. Fast fashion crumples next to a shirt sewn by human hands—those deliberate stitches, that exacting cut, the quiet pride in making something meant to endure. Western flair meets tropical comfort in the pearl snap linen shirt. Its vintage rodeo meets Havana heat—and we're here for it. From yoke seams to snap buttons, these shirts nod to tradition while staying breezy enough for summer days. Grocery runs? Hardware store stop? Linen's effortless look makes it the go-to for casual but capable. Throw on a crisp, tailored mens linen shirt with loafers and you're golden. Dressy without overheating. If your day involves getting your hands dirty, a reinforced linen shirt still holds up—without trapping heat. Handcrafted, soulful, and rooted in Southwest grit. Their USA made linen shirts blend craft and edge like nothing else. California-crafted with serious attention to detail. Their linen western shirts are heirloom-worthy. Cool, coastal vibes with strong American tailoring. Minimalist but hardwearing. Known for ultra-light, garment-dyed linen. The ideal 'daily driver' shirts. Linen meets legacy. Their cuts are bold, and their construction is unmatched. Lean into texture. Linen on top, canvas shirts for men or pants below—utility meets ease. Linen layers well. Think waxed cotton field jackets or a denim trucker over a linen button-down. Push those sleeves up past your forearms, slide on a weathered leather band, and just like that—rough edges meet razor-sharp style. Wash in cold water, and air dry. That's the holy grail. Tumble drying breaks down fibers fast. A little rumple is linen's charm. Need to iron? Keep it slightly damp and flip it inside out—your linen will thank you. Let it wrinkle—like a well-earned scar. That's what gives linen its lived-in magic. The best things take time—and that includes your shirts. Go slow. Buy better. Linen uses less water and fewer pesticides. American-made means you can actually follow the thread back to where it started. Nothing off-the-rack can match that 'this was meant for me' feeling. 'I wore mine roofing all summer. It never quit.' 'From workshop to whiskey bar—my go-to shirt.' Guys who live in their clothes know linen's secret—it's tough enough to work hard but loose enough to breathe. This is fabric that doesn't quit. Egyptians wrapped themselves in it. Romans revered it. Today, it's back with better tailoring. Because real function never goes out of style. Neither does real comfort. The best linen shirts work as hard as you do. They're not decoration – they're partners in crime. When you heat up, the fabric breathes. When you chill, it layers seamlessly. While other shirts just hang there looking pretty, linen adapts, ages, and improves like a trusted tool. This is a fabric developed for living, not just peacocking. Why's linen better than cotton when it's hot as hell? Linen's like wearing a screen door—all those tiny holes let breeze straight through. Cotton? Basically, a wet paper towel once you start sweating. Can I wear linen to work without looking sloppy? Toss a blazer over it if your boss is strict. Otherwise, just tuck it into some decent pants (not those sad khakis from 2012) and you're golden. What's the trick to pulling off pearl-snap shirts? Match it with jeans that actually fit and boots that aren't fresh out the box. Bonus points if your belts got some character – the kind that comes from actual use, not a factory. Where should I put this thing when I'm not wearing it? Hang it up somewhere with airflow. Store it folded, and those creases will need archaeological-level pressing. What's the secret to storing linen without it getting wrecked? Hang it. Seriously. Fold it and those wrinkles will set like concrete. If you must fold, do it loose—like you're handling expensive origami paper. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rosanna Davison wows fans in ultimate summer co-ord outfit for ‘gorgeous' garden snaps – but the price might shock you
ROSANNA Davison has wowed fans as she stepped out in the ultimate summer outfit for "gorgeous" garden snaps. The Irish model is renowned for her stylish outfits, but this eye-catching look was a real standout to her fans. Advertisement 2 Rosanna stepped out in a summer outfit Credit: Instagram 2 Fans all said she looks 'beautiful' Credit: Instagram The 41-year-old looked beautiful in the bright outfit as she posed in front of colourful hydrangeas. The Irish star revealed that she got the two-piece outfit from the popular fashion brand Never Fully Dressed. The set featured a vibrant chequered print with hand-painted sun motifs scattered throughout. Advertisement read more on rosanna davison The Check Sun Geanie Shirt comes with a button up front and delicate frilled elasticated cuffs and it is available online for €115. Rosanna paired it with the matching Check Sun Jaspre Skirt, which has an adjustable wrap tie fastening that makes it easy to style with the shirt. This fabulous piece is also available on the website for €115. The mum-of-three completed her outfit with a pair of nude heels and a staple silver watch while wearing her hair down in curls. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Sharing the summery snaps to her page, Rosanna wrote: "These hydrangeas deserve a spot on the grid. And the shirt + skirt (a v kind recent gift from @neverfullydressed)." Fans and friends flocked to the comment section to share their love for her post. Rosanna Davison shares 'beautiful' snaps from sun-soaked family holiday Natasha said: "Beautiful." Emma wrote: "The flowers are gorgeous. You look stunning too." Advertisement Geri gushed: "Fab Rosanna." Another added: "Gorgeous Rosanna." Rosanna recently gave fans a glimpse into her "fabulous" The Irish model enjoyed a holiday in Mallorca last month with her husband, Wes Quirke, and their three kids; Sophia, Hugo, and Oscar. Advertisement TOP TRIP The 41-year-old took to her page to show off some of her fabulous outfits and fun moments from the trip. In the first snap, the mum-of-three looked glam as ever wearing a white embroidered daisy dress from She completed the summer look with white high heels and a pair of white sunglasses. She also posted a gorgeous snap of herself in a brown two-piece bikini as she posed on a unicorn float in the pool. Advertisement Rosanna later shared a loved-up snap of herself and Wes who were all smiles as they posed on the balcony with the gorgeous sea view behind them. The stylish lady was glowing in a white sun dress printed with colourful sunflowers. Meanwhile, Wes was sporting a pair of black shorts and a bright yellow tee.
Scottish Sun
03-07-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
How the new NHS 10-year plan affects YOU – from fat jab roll outs to banishing the 8am GP scramble and AI docs
It comes as Wes told The Sun Britain will be 'fat free' within a decade with more people given access to weight loss jabs HEALTH CHECK How the new NHS 10-year plan affects YOU – from fat jab roll outs to banishing the 8am GP scramble and AI docs Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRITS are about to see their beloved NHS transformed into the 'Neighbourhood Health Service' as part of the Government's long-awaited 10-Year Plan today. Ministers will vow to keep millions of Brits in England out of hospital and help them on their doorsteps before they fall seriously ill. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Millions of patients will be treated closer to home under plans to 'fundamentally rewire' the NHS in England Credit: Getty Images - Getty 2 Sir Keir Starmer said the NHS needed to 'reform or die' Credit: AFP The future will revolve around local health centres open six days a week outside of hospitals and GP practices. People will be offered help from doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists and even job advisers in the community. Services will vary locally, with some areas sending teams door-to-door to reach vulnerable and hard-to-reach patients. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Health Secretary Wes Streeting want to end 'perpetual firefighting' in hospitals that are buckling under the demand. The plan promises thousands more doctors, widespread use of technology and AI, and extra help with mental health, job advice and weight loss. It comes as Wes told The Sun Britain will be 'fat free' within a decade with more people given access to weight loss jabs PM Sir Keir said: 'It's reform or die. 'Our 10 Year Health Plan will fundamentally rewire and future-proof our NHS so that it puts care on people's doorsteps, harnesses game-changing tech and prevents illness in the first place.' The Government wants to move the focus of the NHS away from hospitals, which have become overloaded. Since 2011, waiting lists have ballooned from 2.5million to 7.5m. Wes Streeting brutally slams Kemi AND Farage and demands Tories say sorry for how they ran the NHS in blistering attack The rate of four-hour A&E waits increased to 40 per cent from less than 10 per cent, and around three in 10 cancer patients wait two months or more for treatment, up from closer to one in 10. Public satisfaction with the NHS has slumped to a record low of 21 per cent. Ministers said that by 2035 the majority of non-emergency care will take place outside of hospitals. People will be able to get scans and tests, straightforward treatments, check-ups and broader life help from the neighbourhood clinics. Local hubs may also dish out debt advice and job support, ministers say. The Government has vowed to fix staff problems by hiring more doctors, encouraging UK medical training and rewriting doctor contracts to improve funding. What's changing in the NHS? A massive overhaul will shift care closer to home and ease pressure on packed hospitals. Here's what the new 'Neighbourhood Health Service' means for you: 200 new Neighbourhood Health Centres open 12 hours a day, 6 days a week Centres staffed by nurses, GPs, paramedics, pharmacists, health visitors, rehab teams, and more Clinics may go door-to-door to find illness early Most care outside hospitals in homes, pharmacies, GP surgeries, and health centres NHS app upgraded with AI doctors to answer questions, book appointments, take notes, and write letters More doctors, nurses, and dentists trained and recruited in the UK Dental graduates must work in the NHS for at least 3 years before going private More cash will be funnelled into working-class areas in a bid to shrink the health gap between rich and poor. Wes Streeting is dismantling time-wasting quangos to cut paperwork, save money and speed up changes to the health service. He has called for 'more doers and fewer checkers' and his department is dissolving the NHS headquarters to take supreme control of local health boards. And the NHS app will be turbocharged so patients can book their appointments, check waiting times, quiz an AI doctor or send questions to real medics via their smartphones. 'Makes the NHS simpler' The Health Secretary said: 'Our plan will turn the NHS on its head. 'By shifting from hospital to community, we will finally bring down devastating hospital waiting lists and stop patients going from pillar to post to get treated.' Daniel Elkeles, chief of NHS Providers which represents hospital bosses, said: 'This is a win for patients who will be better informed and empowered to direct their care as never before. 'It makes the NHS simpler, ensuring quicker decisions and innovations getting to frontline services faster. 'This is a recipe that offers the prospect of progress where previous plans have faltered.' Finance experts warn the plans will be costly – but the PM and Health Secretary refuse to pump endless cash into the NHS without results. Many parts of the plan already happen in some areas but need to be rolled out nationally. Others have been promised in previous schemes, such as 2019's Long-Term Plan, but failed due to a lack of money or time. A 'castle built on sand' Sarah Woolnough, chief of the King's Fund think-tank, said: 'There is plenty to welcome but the public will want to know why it will be different this time. 'Unlike previous plans, this plan will not come with promises of significantly more funding or staff. 'We won't necessarily feel the changes tomorrow or even next year, but if the NHS and its staff are given the support, resources and political cover to deliver the changes the plan proposes, the health system could feel very different in five to 10 years' time.' The Government have said the cash to pay for the new service will come from the £29bn boost to NHS funding announced in the last Budget. The Conservative MP and shadow health secretary Edward Argar said the NHS needed "reform, not just more cash" and warned that Labour's plan had to be "real and deliverable for patients". Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey said the whole 10-year NHS strategy would be a "castle built on sand" unless ministers tackled what he described as a "crisis in social care".
