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The Sun
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I thought I'd bagged a bargain bookshelf on Temu but I was not prepared for what turned up – I'll never shop there again
A MUM who thought she had bagged a stylish bookshelf from Temu was left in stitches after a picture of the item turned up instead. Mary Jane had picked the product as part of a free giveaway on the budget shopping app and believed she was getting an actual piece of furniture. 5 5 5 But, instead of a metal frame with real shelves, she received a small, 2D-printed metal sign, which showed an image of a bookshelf. 'When I opened it, I just started laughing,' the 50-year-old told What's The Jam. 'It took me a second to realise it wasn't a real shelf at all – just a flat tin sign with a picture printed on it. 'I genuinely thought it was a mistake at first, but then I looked back at the listing and saw it did say '2D'. 'I'd just completely missed it. 'It was so funny that I immediately grabbed my phone to take a video. 'It looked so convincing in the picture – like it had depth and actual shelves. 'But when I held it up, it was thinner than a baking tray and completely useless.' Mary says she normally checks item descriptions and sizes carefully, but had been rushing through the order to beat a countdown timer on Temu's free item promotion. The mum-of-three said: 'I didn't have time to look closely. The photos made it look like an actual bookshelf – something you'd put against the wall to hold books or plants. I bought two splash pads from Temu and TikTok shop for £9.99 for my kids to compare - one of them is HUGE for the price 'It wasn't until I had it in my hands that I realised it was just a decorative sign. I wasn't angry, just shocked it was that bad.' Temu offered Mary a replacement item if she returned the tin sign. But the mum said the process was too much hassle for something she hadn't paid for in the first place. Mary, from Columbus, Ohio, said: 'It just wasn't worth it. 'I'd rather chalk it up to experience. 'They told me to post it back to get a replacement, but I thought – why am I spending time and effort returning a free tin plate I never wanted? 'It was more trouble than it was worth. 'Yes, it said '2D' and gave dimensions, but the photos were very carefully done. Why is Temu so cheap? TEMU exploded onto the scene in late 2022, with people all over social media raving about the low prices. The company is a Chinese-owned digital marketplace - essentially an online shopping app where people are connected to the retailer directly while the app takes care of the shipping element. The frenzy over the app is not completely unfounded either as it offers a wide variety of products, including fashion, make-up, electronics and furniture. According to a report from the US House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, Temu takes advantage of a trade loophole that allows the company to ship duty-free goods directly to the US. The loophole is called the de minimis exception and it means they can ship goods valued up to $800 (£643) to the US without it being inspected or taxed by US customs. Temu connects customers directly to manufacturers and only manages how the items are sent to customers. It means Chinese vendors can essentially sell their products directly to customers and ship it without building a network of warehouses across the globe. By doing this, they cut down on huge costs and ensure the product itself isn't marked up extra. While many of the products seen on the Temu app are from brands with extensive, original collections, many more are dupes of designer brands. 'They know how to make something look more than it is. 'I do think it's misleading.' Similar items from Temu – hopefully the real deal – are listed on the retail site for around £70-£80. The experience, albeit funny, has put Mary off using Temu again. She added: 'I won't be ordering from them in future; I just don't trust it anymore. 'There are some decent things on there, but it's a gamble. 'I just threw the item away. 'My advice to others is to slow down, read the full description and check the measurements. 'If you don't, you'll probably end up with something you didn't expect – and not in a good way.' Temu has been approached for comment.
Geek Dad
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
Win a Curated Movie Collection from Shout! TV's 'Double Take'
Shout! TV's series Double Take has celebrities curating and hosting movie double features on their channel. This July 18th has Eyes of Wakanda star Jona Xiao hosting a double feature of Labyrinth and A Walk to Remember. In honor of this, Shout! TV is giving away a bundle of some of Jona Xiao's favorite films to one lucky GeekDad reader. This is a physical media bundle featuring the Legally Blonde Collection Blu-ray, The Man In The Iron Mask 4K, Bring It On 4K, and Kubo and the Two String Blu-ray. In order to win, just fill out the form below. The giveaway will run through midnight Tuesday, July 22, after which a winner will be chosen. Sorry, U.S. entries only. Good luck, and don't forget to tune into Shout! Movies on 7/18 for a new episode of Double Take hosted by Jona Xiao! Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
CTV News
a day ago
- General
- CTV News
Restaurant gives out free pizza
Winnipeg Watch Flying Pizza handed out thousands of free pies on Tuesday to show its appreciation for its customers.
CTV News
6 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
7-Eleven offering free slurpees for one day only
Canadians looking to cool off with a cold beverage can swing by 7-Eleven today for a free small Slurpee, as the convenience store celebrates its 98th birthday. The giveaway is available at participating stores across Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, B.C., and Alberta, where the brand has operated since 1969 when they opened their first Canadian store in Calgary. Customers are limited to one free small Slurpee at participating stores between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. They must have the 7-Eleven app to redeem points but for the giveaway itself, the company says customers can walk right in to get their drink. 7/11 poster In an email to CTV News Toronto, a spokesperson for the company says Slurpees, poured at exactly -2.2 C, have become a 'summer staple' across the country, with Winnipeg recognized as the Slurpee capital of the world. 'The city drinks more Slurpee than anywhere else in the world,' they wrote. In an interview, vice president of 7-Eleven Canada, Marc Goodman says 'the stat comes from the actual volume of Slurpee that we sell on a per capita basis.' 'This is probably at least 15 to 20 years running that been the Slurpee capital of the world. And so we're hoping that there'll be some new competition that's gonna potentially dethrone this amazing city.' According to 7-Eleven, those visiting its store locations in Alberta, British Columbia and Manitoba are most likely to grab a Taquito Monterey Chicken with their Slurpee. Meanwhile in Ontario, they say that the go-to combo is the Beef Taco & Cheese Taquito. And in Saskatchewan, it's all about the Potato Wedges or Chicken Wings.
Phone Arena
6 days ago
- Phone Arena
Upcoming T-Mobile Tuesdays gift will make summer more bearable
If there is one thing that can take the edge off the blistering heat, it's a cool drink, but a chilled beverage isn't always readily available when you are out and about. To keep you from feeling parched, T-Mobile may soon start distributing temperature-retaining bottles as part of the next Tuesdays' any given time, you are likely to find T-Mobile running a promo for freebies, but sometimes those free items come in the form of digital perks or subscriptions. Nothing compares to the joy of a physical gift, though, and T-Mobile makes them extra special by being season-appropriate. That's also true for the upcoming gift. The next T-Mobile Tuesdays freebie is this water bottle. | Image Credit - The Mobile Report According to images shared by The Mobile Report , the insulated water bottles will be black with an inconspicuous T-Mobile "T" logo at the bottom and a splash of magenta at the top. There's even a pop-out integrated straw, but you can also open the spring-loaded lid and drink from the spout. The bottle will likely arrive at stores later this month. | Image Credit - The Mobile Report The capacity of the bottle is not known, but it looks to be the perfect size — neither so big that it will be difficult to carry around nor so small that it won't hold enough water. It's not clear when these will be available, but July 22, the Tuesday after the next, looks like a likely date. In any case, it will pop up in T-Life when the time comes, so keep an eye out and don't forget to claim it in the have to go to a T-Mobile -owned store to grab your bottle. You may want to call ahead and inquire about availability, as stores tend to run out quickly. Customers may not love everything that T-Mobile does, but it's gestures like these that help it to grow. T-Mobile Tuesdays is a pretty popular program, which explains why Verizon has decided to replicate it. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
