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Khaleej Times
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Summer 2025: You need some linen in your life
I know what you're thinking: Barbiecore is so summer 2023, what is she doing harping on about a trend that's two years old? And you'd be right; on the face of it, pink gingham is quintessentially Margot Robbie on the Barbie press tour during a summer experienced through the haze of rose-tinted glasses. So why this year, when the performance of luxury fashion's megabrands looks anything but rosy, have I chosen to highlight a look that's core BBB (Before Birkenstock Barbie)? Firstly, yes, the outfit on this page is undeniably pink gingham, but it also comes in at least six other varieties, from cool girl citron to Bloomsbury-era blooms. However, it's not the colours or prints that make it a summer wardrobe staple, nor is it the simplicity of the A-line silhouette (with pockets), although both are key (as are pockets). It's that it is made from 100 per cent linen, and pure linen is, nine times out of 10, the answer to all your summer holiday wardrobe woes. Why? I find that much of what I wear in Dubai doesn't work in the rest of the world. It's either too boujee, too impractical for actual weather, or simply doesn't translate to a lifestyle of walking rather than valeting. Enter linen. With linen, you can still wear a girly dress or cute co-ord shorts and a bodice top, and not look like you took a wrong turn out of Bar Du Port. You can even wear pink gingham and not risk appearing like you're stuck in a summer 2023 time warp. Linen pink gingham is timeless. Polyester pink gingham is challenging. Linen opens up a wealth of footwear options; essential when you're either on foot or on public transport, and as likely to encounter cobblestone as a sudden downpour. It works with flip-flops, dad sandals, ballet flats, kitten heels, cowboy boots, even trainers. I can clock up to 25,000 steps a day on my summer hols and — despite fashion's insistence that they are over — I have yet to be prised out of my all-ivory Adidas Sambas (the key is to buy the decon rather than the OG edition, for the softest, collapsible leather that's blister-resistant). Aside from cotton and denim, no other fabric is as fashionably footwear fluid as linen. Linen is never over-dressed, nor under-dressed. You can wear it covered in floral print, gussied up with bows and frou-frous and it won't look muttony. Likewise, an oversized linen shirt and drawstring shorts is as comfy as pyjamas yet still reads chic. Summer 2025's linen brand of choice is the Australian label Posse, which has, over the years, been worn by the likes of Meghan Markle, Katie Holmes, and Selena Gomez, while Sofia Richie chose one of the brand's skirt sets for her wedding weekend. In the UAE, Posse is stocked by Ounass and Bloomingdale's, but you'll have to move fast, sizes sell out quickly. My longtime go-to for linen co-ords and dresses is US brand Reformation, also at Ounass in the UAE. Many of its styles incorporate a smocked back, for a flexible fit that looks bespoke. When I want to wear something a bit special, but not a project that I've tried too hard, Reformation is my go-to. Its relaxed linen 'Aubree' dress (Dh390) consistently sells out each summer. Right now, I'm eyeing the 'Janu' dress (Dh1,150) in a spun sugar shade that looks excellent with black accessories. On the high street, Marks & Spencer and Zara do brilliant linen — opt for solids or basic prints like stripes and polka dots, rather than florals when shopping the high street. Linen speaks to tousled hair and mismatched heirloom jewellery. It does not pair well with logos, Labubus and Louboutins. Yes, it creases like a beast, but — outside of Dubai at least — appearing artfully crumpled, whether of face or fashion, is increasingly a badge of honour. Like ageing gracefully, linen is the last word in low-key luxe living.
The Sun
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Europe's best city for cheap summer pints revealed – plus where to find Britain's cheapest beers
PRAGUE has been named the best city in Europe for bargain beer this summer — with the average pint costing just £2.01. Budapest was in second place, with pints in Hungary 's capital priced at £2.07. 1 Spanish holiday hotspots Lanzarote and Tenerife are both tied for third with the Algarve in Portugal at £2.09, making all three destinations affordable options for sun-seekers. Meanwhile, five of the top 20 cheapest destinations for a pint can be found in the UK, analysis by credit card provider Aqua found. Llandudno in Conwy is the cheapest in Britain, with pints at just £2.71. The Lake District, Forest of Dean, the Cotswolds (all £3) and Blackpool (£3.25) are not too far behind. But at the other end of the scale, Brighton is the most expensive out of 50 locations checked by researchers. It costs £6.30 to get a beer in the East Sussex resort — 10p pricier than even the average in London of £6.20, which was second dearest. RETURNS FIRE DOZENS of retailers, including New Look, Selfridges and The Range are misleading customers about their online return rights, says Many stores are enforcing stricter policies than the law permits, the site found. Some state items must be returned within 14 days but shoppers are entitled to 28 days. MSE founder Martin Lewis said: 'We are contacting each store about its breach.' What is the Bank of England base rate and how does it affect me? SHELL SHOCKS SHELL has warned of lower than expected trading for its gas division as it struggles with a volatile market. Shares fell 3 per cent as the company — which denied rumours of a BP takeover last month — predicted weaker profits. RBC downgraded its forecast for Shell's second-quarter net income to £2.6billion from £3.5billion, while Citi analysts cut theirs to £3billion from £4.6billion. JAGUAR'S SALES MISERY JAGUAR LAND ROVER sales have tumbled after it halted exports to the US and wound down older models. Retail sales fell 15.1 per cent to 94,420 units in the three months to June, while wholesale sales dropped 10.7 per cent to 87,286. One factor was US tariffs, another was Jaguar 's decision to stop selling in the UK, ahead of a shift to all-electric 2026 models. As a result, Range Rover Sport and Defender models represented 77.2 per cent of all sales, up from 67.8 per cent a year earlier.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Bachelor in Paradise' Season 10: Release date, cast, how to watch and more
We independently evaluate the products we review. When you buy via links on our site, we may receive compensation. Read more about how we vet products and deals. Bachelor in Paradise is finally back on the beach for Season 10 of the steamy summer Bachelor spinoff. After taking a break last year, the franchise's fun and flirty summer series returns with some new twists. This year, we won't just get fan-favorites from The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, we're also going to get more time with some of the Golden Bachelor contestants. Bachelor Nation also teased that this season will introduce new 'challenges' — and I don't think they just mean navigating the age gap in their contestant pool! Jesse Palmer is returning to host BIP 10, Wells Adams is back as everyone's favorite bartender/unofficial therapist and this year he'll have some help in the form of Bachelor Nation royalty Hannah Brown. Hannah will be helping out with 'Paradise Relations' from the all-new "Champagne Lounge." The Bachelor in Paradise Season 10 cast includes Zoe McGrady, Jonathon Johnson, Hakeem Moulton, Alexe Godin, Bailey Brown, Dale Moss, Justin Glaze and of course, we can't forget the Goldens, like Leslie Fhima and Gary Levingston. Are you ready to watch? Here's everything you need to know about how to keep up with all the action on the beach in Costa Rica during Bachelor in Paradise this summer. In past seasons, Bachelor in Paradise has gathered past competitors from both The Bachelor and The Bachelorette and brought them to a beach house in paradise — this year paradise is in Costa Rica. There, contestants are free to mingle and fall in love as they please. This season, contestants won't just be pulled from The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, but also from the franchise's Golden spinoffs: The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette. Bachelor in Paradise Season 10 premieres Monday, July 7, 2025 at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes will drop every Monday at 8 p.m. ET all summer long. Episodes will be available to stream the day after they air on Hulu. Can you watch Bachelor in Paradise online? Do you need ABC to watch Bachelor in Paradise live? Where is Bachelor in Paradise streaming? Don't worry, we've got you covered. While the decades-old franchise may have been on the air long before people started cutting their cable cords, there are plenty of ways to watch the crossover Bachelor spinoff in 2025. To watch new episodes of Bachelor in Paradise live on Monday nights, you'll need access to ABC. You can tune into ABC with the help of a digital antenna (in select areas), or with a live TV streaming subscription such as DirecTV or Hulu's live TV tier. If you don't mind waiting an extra day, you can stream new episodes of Bachelor in Paradise the morning after they air with Hulu's most basic, ad-supported tier — just stay away from spoilers! From and Alexe Godin (The Bachelor 29) Bailey Brown (The Bachelor 29) Brian Autz (The Bachelorette 21) Dale Moss (The Bachelorette 16) Hakeem Moulton (The Bachelorette 21) Jonathon Johnson (The Bachelorette 21) Jeremy Simon (The Bachelorette 21) Jess Edwards (The Bachelor 28) Justin Glaze (The Bachelorette 17 and Bachelor in Paradise 8) Kyle Howard (The Bachelorette 17) Lexi Young (The Bachelor 28) Ricky Marinez (The Bachelorette 21) Sam McKinney (The Bachelorette 21) Spencer Conley (The Bachelorette 21) Zoe McGrady (The Bachelor 29) From and April Kirkwood (The Golden Bachelor 1) Charles 'CK' King (Golden Bachelorette 1) Gary Levingston (Golden Bachelorette 1) Jack Lencioni (Golden Bachelorette 1) Kim Buike (Golden Bachelorette 1) Keith Gordon (Golden Bachelorette 1) Kathy Swarts (The Golden Bachelor 1) Leslie Fhima (Golden Bachelor 1) Natascha Hardee (The Golden Bachelor 1) Ralph 'RJ' Johnson (Golden Bachelorette 1)
CTV News
02-07-2025
- CTV News
You can legally drink alcohol in 7 Ottawa parks. Here's what you need to know
Alcohol could be allowed in some Ottawa parks this summer Parkgoers can now enjoy a beer, wine or spirit at seven parks across the City of Ottawa, with at least one more park expected to be added to the list this summer. The City of Ottawa has launched an alcohol in parks pilot project, allowing alcohol consumption in designated areas of parks. Councillors are allowed to select parks for alcohol consumption. Here is a look at what you need to know about legal drinking in Ottawa's parks. Designated parks Alcohol consumption is permitted in the following parks: Minto Park on Lewis Street McNabb Park on Percy Street Queenswood Ridge Park on Kennedy Lane East Lansdowne Park - Great Lawn Riverain Park on North River Road Strathcona Park on Range Road Brewer Park on Brewer Way Coun. Jeff Leiper says he has asked staff to designate Champlain Park, and it will be included in the 'second round of parks announced officially and the signs go up.' Alcohol to be allowed in 7 Ottawa parks Alcohol to be allowed in 7 Ottawa parks Rules According to the City of Ottawa, alcohol consumption is permitted in the designated parks between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. Individuals consuming alcohol must: be 19 years of age or older take all empty alcoholic beverage containers home not drink, drive, be intoxicated in public or cause a disturbance. The City of Ottawa says alcohol cannot be sold, supplied or served without a permit. Restrictions While alcohol consumption is permitted in seven Ottawa parks, there are restrictions on where you can drink in parks. The City of Ottawa says alcohol consumption is not permitted within five-metres of the following areas: Playgrounds Wading pools and splash pads Beaches Rinks Playing fields and ball diamonds Basketball, tennis and pickleball courts Skateboard parks Parking lots Federal parks Parkgoers cannot legally drink in federal parks in Ottawa, including on Parliament Hill, at Major's Hill Park, Kìwekì Point and along the Rideau Canal. The National Capital Commission told CTV News Ottawa the rules for alcohol consumption in NCC managed parks and lands are in accordance with Ontario rules. 'In Québec and in Ontario, alcohol consumption on NCC managed lands is subject to section 36 of the National Capital Commission Traffic and Property Regulations: 'No person shall have liquor in his possession on or in the property of the Commission other than in accordance with the laws of the province in which the Commission property is situated,'' the NCC said in a statement in June. The NCC says bistros and patios in several parks sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on-site: Confederation Park, Remic Rapids Park, Patterson Creek Park, Hog's Back Park, as well as the taverns in Major's Hill Park and Bate Island Park.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Florian Wirtz, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Matheus Cunha: Every major deal of summer transfer window so far
The second summer transfer window has opened as clubs across Europe work on huge deals ahead of the new season. Chelsea have done so with the signing of Liam Delap, while Manchester City have strengthened with Rayan Ait-Nouri, Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki. Advertisement On the continent, Real Madrid completed the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, and paid a fee to the Premier League champions to ensure that he was on the plane to the United States for the Club World Cup. Bayern Munich did similar with Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah, who arrives to provide fresh impetus to Vincent Kompany's backline, while selling Mathys Tel permanently to Tottenham. In the Premier League, Ruben Amorim's rebuild at Manchester United is already underway with the signing of Wolves forward Matheus Cunha, while Liverpool have now completed the £116million arrival of Florian Wirtz to add to Jeremie Frimpong, Giorgi Mamardashvili and Armin Pecsi, Here, Standard Sport lays out every major deal of the summer so far. Signed, sealed: Florian Wirtz (Liverpool FC via Getty Images) July July 1 Habib Diarra - Strasbourg to Sunderland, £30m Advertisement Sebastiaan Bornauw - Wolfsburg to Leeds, £5.1m Kepa Arrizabalaga - Chelsea to Arsenal, £5m Jorgen Strand Larsen - Celta Vigo to Wolves, £23m Zepiqueno Redmond - Feyenoord to Aston Villa, Free Ansu Fati - Barcelona to Monaco, Loan Olivier Giroud - LAFC to Lille, Free James Beadle - Brighton to Birmingham, Loan Nathan Bishop - Sunderland to AFC Wimbledon, Undisclosed Delano McCoy-Splatt - Fulham to AFC Wimbledon, Free June June 1 Matheus Cunha - Wolves to Manchester United, £62.5m June 2 Dario Essugo - Sporting to Chelsea, £18m Romelle Donovan - Birmingham to Brentford, Undisclosed June 3 Caoimhin Kelleher - Liverpool to Brentford, £12.5m Advertisement Mark Flekken - Brentford to Bayer Leverkusen, £8m June 4 Liam Delap - Ipswich to Chelsea, £30m James Ball - AFC Wimbledon to Swindon, Free June 5 Nuno Tavares - Arsenal to Lazio, Undisclosed Antonio Cordero - Malaga to Newcastle, Undisclosed June 6 Jorginho - Arsenal to Flamengo, Free Lloyd Kelly - Newcastle to Juventus, £20m Thierry Small - Charlton to Preston, Free Sonny Carey - Blackpool to Charlton, Free Jean-Clair Todibo - Nice to West Ham, Undisclosed June 9 Rayan Ait-Nouri - Wolves to Manchester City, £31m Mamadou Sarr - Strasbourg to Chelsea, £12m Marquinhos - Arsenal to Cruzeiro, Undisclosed June 10 Marcus Bettinelli - Chelsea to Manchester City, Undisclosed Advertisement Rayan Cherki - Lyon to Manchester City, £30.45m Kieran Tierney - Arsenal to Celtic, Free Jobe Bellingham - Sunderland to Borussia Dortmund, £31m June 11 Tijjani Reijnders - AC Milan to Manchester City, £46.5m June 12 Leroy Sane - Bayern Munich to Galatasaray, Free June 15 Mathys Tel - Bayern Munich to Tottenham, £30m June 16 Adrien Truffert - Rennes to Bournemouth, £14.4m June 20 Florian Wirtz - Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool, £116m Fer Lopez - Celta Viga to Wolves, £19m June 23 Alistair Smith - Lincoln to AFC Wimbledon, Free Dominic Ball - Leyton Orient to Cambridge, Free Romoney Crichlow - Bradford to Barnet, Free Advertisement Nat Phillips - Liverpool to West Brom, Undisclosed Walter Benitez - PSV to Crystal Palace, Free Jaka Bijol - Udinese to Leeds, £15m Murphy Cooper - QPR to Barnsley, Loan June 24 Damola Ajayi - Tottenham to Doncaster, Loan Killian Cahill - Brighton to Leyton Orient, Free Kyle Cameron - Notts County to Bromley, Free Max Crocombe - Burton to Millwall, Free Sean Grehan - Crystal Palace to Doncaster, Undisclosed Andrew Omobamidele - Nottingham Forest to Strasbourg, Undisclosed June 25 Max Weiss - Karlsruhe to Burnley, £4.3m Max Aarons - Bournemouth to Rangers, Loan Scott High - Huddersfield to Barnet, Free George Honeyman - Millwall to Blackpool, Free Advertisement Joe Lumley - Southampton to Bristol City, Free June 26 Milos Kerkez - Bournemouth to Liverpool, £40m Axel Tuanzebe - Ipswich to Burnley, Free Josh Coburn - Middlesbrough to Millwall, Undisclosed Joe McDonnell - Eastleigh to AFC Wimbledon, Free Paul Onuachu - Southampton to Trabzonspor. Undisclosed June 27 Demetri Mitchell - Exeter to Leyton Orient, Undisclosed Dan Agyei - Leyton Orient to Kocaelispor, Free June 28 Kwame Poku - Peterborough to QPR, Undisclosed Paul Pogba - Unattached to Monaco, Free June 30 Callum Osmand - Fulham to Celtic, Undisclosed Jayden Sweeney - Leyton Orient to Grimsby, Free May May 14 Eric Dier - Bayern Munich to AS Monaco, Free Advertisement May 20 Bashir Humphreys - Chelsea to Burnley, Undisclosed May 28 Michael Kayode - Fiorentina to Brentford, Undisclosed May 30 Jeremie Frimpong - Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool, £29.5m Trent Alexander-Arnold - Liverpool to Real Madrid, Free May 31 Carlos Alcaraz - Flamengo to Everton, Undisclosed
