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Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amazon is selling a $160 portable Bluetooth speaker for $35 that's 'loud, clear, and built to party'
TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Amazon is selling a $160 portable Bluetooth speaker for $35 that's 'loud, clear, and built to party' originally appeared on TheStreet. Face it: you can't have an amazing summer party without music. And while you could, in theory, play music from your phone, phone speakers aren't exactly loud enough to flood a room, let alone a backyard. The $160 Monster Shock Plus Bluetooth Speaker is on sale at Amazon for only $35, and it's an excellent way to truly pump out the jams. Shoppers love it, saying it's "loud, clear, and built to party." Monster Shock Plus Bluetooth Speaker, $35 (was $160) at Amazon When it comes to buying a new party-ready Bluetooth speaker, you want something that's powerful, versatile, and portable so you can tap into it at a moment's notice. The Monster Shock Plus ticks all the boxes, and then some. It's powerful, with a 30-watt speaker that delivers clear highs, deep bass, and an impressive level of immersion, whether you're outside dancing to '90s club hits or inside playing a few rounds of Fortnite. As far as versatility goes, not only does it have a whopping 15-hour battery life, but there are multiple ways to connect this device to any sound system. You can opt for the Bluetooth, of course, but the device also has an audio jack, a microSD card slot, and USB-A and USB-C inputs. It's even IPX6 waterproof, so it can withstand splashing from a pool, rain, or even accidental spills, no problem. If you truly want to elevate experiences with music, you can sync up two Monster Shock Plus speakers to provide true wireless stereo. It turns an amazing Bluetooth speaker into a full-fledged premium sound system."This Monster Shock Plus speaker really surprised me with its powerful 30-watt sound — crisp highs and deep bass," one shopper said. "Bluetooth 5.4 paired instantly with my phone, and the connection stays strong. Love the TWS feature for pairing two speakers together, and the 15-hour battery life easily lasts all day. Bonus: it's waterproof and plays from AUX or TF card, too. Perfect for home, poolside, or any gathering. Great value!" The Monster Shock Plus Bluetooth Speaker retails for $160, but you can shop it at Amazon right now for only $35. And at its current discount price, even if you buy two, it's still a fraction of what you'd pay for one of the popular Bluetooth speaker brands. Amazon is selling a $160 portable Bluetooth speaker for $35 that's 'loud, clear, and built to party' first appeared on TheStreet on Jul 16, 2025 This story was originally reported by TheStreet on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Times
16-07-2025
- Times
Take a sober look at staff drinking
Q: We want to encourage our teams not to get too drunk and to get home safely after our summer party and also at conferences they will attend in the second half of the year, in part to reduce the risk of claims of discrimination and harassment. Can we make line managers liable for ensuring events go smoothly and without issue? A: Work events involving alcohol inherently carry a higher risk of discrimination and harassment, and in these circumstances prevention is key. In fact, employers are under a legal duty to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, with risk assessments forming a key part of meeting this obligation. One key area of focus for any such risk assessment will be evaluating risks associated with workplace events, especially where alcohol or overnight stays are involved. Where things go wrong, an employer may be legally responsible for the acts and omissions of its employees, even where the event occurs outside work hours or at a non-work location. This is known as 'vicarious liability'. With a growing emphasis on preventing workplace discrimination and harassment, employers have a range of tools at their disposal, and managers are central to this. The first step is to ensure you have clear policies and procedures in place that set your expected standards of workplace conduct and the consequences of failure to comply. If you have not updated your policies and procedures in recent years, you should do so. We are seeing more extreme examples of misconduct in the workplace, including violence, discrimination and harassment. Your policies and procedures need to expressly deal with this and set out specific and comprehensive examples of the types of behaviour that will not be accepted. For example, you can explain that it is not acceptable to consume excessive amounts of alcohol or take drugs at work or workplace events and failure to comply will be treated as gross misconduct, which can lead to summary termination of employment. It is also recommended that employers implement a 'relationship policy', which essentially assumes all workplace relationships are non-consensual unless reported to the employer in writing in advance, particularly where alcohol is involved. Your policies should state that line managers are responsible for monitoring compliance with your policies and must escalate any issues to HR — and that if managers fail to do so, their own failure to act may also be treated as gross misconduct. Second, you need to train your managers and staff on these policies and ensure they understand their rights, obligations and roles in ensuring compliance and the consequences for them personally for failing to adhere to them. Third, it is essential that senior leaders and line managers lead by example and take a proactive approach. In many cases where serious incidents occur at workplace events, the perpetrator has previously engaged in low-level, 'testing the waters' behaviour that went unchallenged, ultimately escalating over time. To help mitigate risk at such events, consider appointing a designated manager responsible for overseeing the smooth running of the event and ensure they are aware of their personal obligations under your policies and procedures. It is also good practice to remind employees in advance that misconduct — including excessive alcohol consumption — is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action. If any employee appears to be drinking excessively, the designated manager should intervene, which may include sending the individual home and initiating disciplinary proceedings where appropriate. Ultimately, if you make your managers personally responsible for stamping out unlawful behaviour, you should expect to see an overall improvement in proactive management of problematic employees and a reduction in workplace issues. Michelle Last is an employment partner at Keystone Law
Daily Mail
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Stacey Solomon gets 'emotional' as she parties with her celebrity friends at REHAB. summer party after it was announced the haircare brand is worth six-figures
Stacey Solomon got emotional on Tuesday evening as she partied with her heroes at her own brand REHAB. summer party at Shoreditch House. The TV presenter, now worth £7.3m and whose haircare brand has just marked an impressive six-figure milestone, made sure no expense was spared and had booked Mel C to kick-off the night with a DJ set. Stacey gushed all her 'childhood dreams have come true' as the Spice Girl played hits like Wannabe and 2 Become 1 during the star-studded event. She looked in shock as she shared behind the scenes snaps to her Instagram as she posed with Sporty Spice, who donned a leopard print Adidas minidress. The mother-of-five simply wrote: 'Vicky, Lulu and my childhood dreams came true tonight. @melaniecmusic the most beautiful person bringing the best vibes. How is this event real?!?!?! Life made'. In another video, Stacey hugged her co-owners Vicky Ellis and Anastasia Tozer of the haircare brand as they got 'emotional' during the star-studded party. She penned: 'Actual footage of us getting very emotional in the middle of watching Mel C and us not believing we did this and then trying to pull it together for a picture. Love you girls.' The Sort Your Life Out star looked incredible in her own personalised REHAB. Retreat white playsuit which she cinched in at the waist with a tie belt. Stacey's rooftop bash celebrating the brand's new Body Retreat collection featured a hot tub filled with her new body oils, sunbeds with REHAB. towels, as well as personalised cocktails and smoothies. Elsewhere guests were also treated to massages, ear seeding, a hair styling station, a string quartet and the chance to try the new products. She also looked thrilled as she shared a sweet snap hugging This Morning star Sam Thompson, who looked cool in a black T-shirt and white cargo trousers. Sam was also joined by his fellow former Made In Chelsea co-stars including Lucy Watson and her husband James Dunmore and Ashley James. Lucy cut a stylish figure in white trousers and a black blouse as she cosied up to her hunky husband James for photos. Meanwhile pregnant Love Island legend Olivia Bowen cradled her growing baby bump as she posed for photos in an eye catching yellow dress and black sandals. Lydia Millen looked sophisticated in a stunning white short sleeved number which she cinched in at the waist with a black handbag and teamed with white heels. Stacey said of the new collection: 'I'm over the moon that REHAB. has launched our new 'Body Retreat' Collection. It's been two years in the making, but we're finally diving into a whole new world! 'There's been so much research behind the scenes to find the best way to keep skin nourished, healthy and hydrated - and we're so excited for you to try it! 'We're insanely proud of how far our brand has come. Thank you to every single person that's supported us!' The REHAB. Retreat marked the brand's debut body care range, its best-selling capsule oils, now reimagined as a luxurious body oil, paired with a new body milk to 'set and seal' moisture, it forms a complete skin-nourishing ritual. The launch also includes zero-waste Body Wash Sheets, a multitasking Hair & Body Scrub, an oil-enriched Shower Milk, cooling Under Eye Patches for a revived look, and an eco-friendly Body Brush. During the party, podcast star Sam reunited with Love Island ex Samie Elishi just weeks after splitting, after it was reported that their romance had 'fizzled out'. In footage obtained by MailOnline, the pair could be seen chatting at the bash alongside Lucy, hinting their romance could be back on. A source revealed: 'Sam was in good spirits as he caught up with Samie at the rehab event. They were queuing for drinks and they were chatting away. 'He gently stroked her arm to make sure she had a drink and the pair were laughing away with Lucy Watson and her partner. 'Samie was never far away from Sam during the party where Mel C performed an incredible set and everyone was dancing. 'Sam and Samie chatted away to other guests but kept making their way back to one another before eventually leaving at the same time.' Following the event, Stacey shared a photo celebrating the successful evening as she told fans she was on 'cloud nine' and she can't believe the 'whirlwind journey' she is on. She wrote: 'On cloud 9. I know I sound like a broken record, but I won't ever stop saying it. There are people out there who will do their absolute best to tear you down. Never let them. 'Keep going. Build people up. Cheer them on. Create a team that become your family. Support each other and follow your dreams. 'Leave nothing but kindness behind. I'm so grateful to everyone who came today, and everyone who has supported the girls and me in this whirlwind of a journey. 'Supporting other women and growing this brand with incredible people has been one of the best feelings I've ever experienced. I am so grateful to be on this ride. Love you all so much. To the moon and back.' It comes after Stacey marked an impressive six-figure milestone as she has added to her astronomical £7.3million wealth. The former X Factor star has carved out a hugely successful TV career, fronting her BBC show Sort Your Life Out and starring in her own family reality series, Stacey and Joe. And in 2023, Stacey became a business partner in REHAB. hair which has certainly pair off as the popular brand hit a huge six-figure milestone in 2025 in a major achievement. MailOnline has learnt that Stacey - along with co-founders Vicky and Anastasia - has already made millions in the haircare sector with the brand quickly expanding. As well as giving Stacey a financial bump, REHAB were also named the UK's fastest-growing beauty brand on the FEBE 100 2025. After finding success on the haircare market, Rehab has now expanded into the body care industry in a move sure to make Stacey and her co-owners further profits. Stacey proudly promoted REHAB's new Body Retreat collection - which has been two years in the making - on her Instagram page. The move has reimagined REHAB's best-selling capsule oils as a hydrating body oil while the collection also features a body brush, body wash sheets and body scrubs. Stacey said of the launch: 'I'm over the moon that REHAB. has launched our new Body Retreat Collection. 'It's been two years in the making, but we're finally diving into a whole new world! 'There's been so much research behind the scenes to find the best way to keep skin nourished, healthy and hydrated - and we're so excited for you to try it! 'We're insanely proud of how far our brand has come. Thank you to every single person that's supported us!' In another milestone move, REHAB's new collection will be available instore at Boots from Monday July 7, MailOnline can reveal.
Daily Mail
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Olivia Attwood puts on a leggy display in a white mini dress while Ashley Roberts wows in a glitzy diamante gown as they lead the glamour at the Bvlgari summer party
Olivia Attwood and Ashley Roberts pulled out all the stops as they led the arrivals at the Bvlgari Hotel London summer party on Friday. Former Love Islander Olivia, 34, looked breathtaking in a mini white dress, while Ashley, 43, sent pulses racing in a diamante figure hugging dress. Olivia put on a very leggy display in her glamorous ensemble, which she styled with a brown Birkin bag. She added a few extra inches to her frame with a pair of nude and black sling-backs and accessorised with an array of jewellery. Ashley looked gorgeous in a duck egg blue gown which featured a thigh-high split that showed off her toned legs. She added to her height with strapped silver heels and she toted her essentials in a small silver clutch bag. Also in attendance was pregnant Pixie Lott, who is expecting her second child with her husband Oliver Cheshire. Pixie looked sensational in an emerald green silk dress as she performed for the crowd, proudly showing off her bump. She accessorised with silver jewellery and pinned her hair back into a sophisticated up-do. Holly Ramsay looked effortlessly classy as she donned a chic black mini dress with pearl beading across the top and straps. Meanwhile, Wallis Day stunned in some tiny black shorts and an oversized blazer as she made up the arrivals. Former Saturdays singer Frankie Bridge exuded elegance as she arrived in a white maxi dress that featured a sheer skirt and spaghetti straps. She finished with a slicked back look for her hair and a short gold necklace. Elsewhere British actress Kaya Scodelario sizzled in a black leather jacket and mid-length black skirt. She looked nothing short of sensational in the all black outfit boasting a belt embellishment on the upper bodice. She accessorised the stylish ensemble with a heart shaped bag and a selection of stand out jewellery. Kaya opted to elevate her height further with a pair of black heels and styled her brown locks into a low ponytail for the event. To complete her look, the Skins star wore a flawless makeup palette as she posed up a storm at the event.
The Sun
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Four savvy ways to host a gathering for less this summer
NOT going to Glastonbury? Don't worry. The hottest ticket this summer is in your own garden, with six in ten people saying they host at home more because it has become so expensive to go out, according to MoneySuperMarket. So get Glasto on the TV and get the Great British party started with these easy ideas. 7 HAT TRICK: Give your guests a dress code, loosely linked to dates in the summer calendar. For example, you could get everyone to wear hats, Ascot-style, or opt for a tennis-themed party for Wimbledon. For Glasto-in-your-garden, ask guests to wear their favourite band T-shirts. CUT-PRICE COCKTAILS: Prepare jugs of summer drinks with cheaper alternatives to the well-known brands. Instead of Pimm's, which can cost up to £18 for a 70cl bottle, find Austin's Classic Summer Punch from Aldi, Tesco's Summer Cup or Asda's Summer Punch for under a tenner. Instead of Aperol, which is usually around £17, you could try Bitterol for £6.99 at Lidl or Aldi's Aperini for £6.79. CHAIR SHARE: Instead of buying extra garden furniture, ask a few friends to share theirs or bring them if they are joining you. That way everyone will have a spot to sit without it costing a penny more. Buy items you will likely use again, such as garden lighting, but maybe hold back on pricey gazebos or fire pits. Borrow from a friend or rent at You can hire a small gazebo from the lending site for around £10-£15 a day. TEA IT OFF: A twist on a British tea party is easy to pull off on a budget. Think cucumber sandwiches, easy cup cakes and scones with jam. You can make your own scones for pennies with self-raising flour, sugar, milk and baking powder, or buy a pack of scone mix from Sainsbury's for £1. Finish off the low-cost fun with some old-school garden games. Both kids and adults will love a classic egg and spoon race, or dust off games like ring toss. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability. DEAL OF THE DAY SERVE up a good deal on the Habitat 12-piece stoneware dinner set, available in rust and other colours, down from £42 to £31.50. SAVE: £10.50 CHEAP TREAT 7 SHOW off a pretty bloom in the small glass vase from H&M Home, down from £3.99 to £2. SAVE: £1.99 What's new? POWER up your own Glastonbury party at home if you are an OVO energy customer, with two hours of free electricity from 9pm to 11pm today and tomorrow. The 1.5million who qualify should opt in via the OVO app. TOP SWAP THE BESTWAY Cove Champ two-person kayak, above, from Argos, £90, should float your boat, or you can try the paddle power of Lidl's Crivit kayak for two, below, £39.99 with Lidl Plus (or £59.99 without). SAVE: £50.01 7 Little helper BUY a £30 Passport to Play for Oxygen Activeplay and you can check into your local Oxygen, RedKangaroo or Boost indoor activity park all summer long. Find out more at SHOP & SAVE TUCK into a pack of crisps for around 17p when you buy a Walkers 20 Classic Variety pack from Iceland or the Food Warehouse for £3.50 down from £5.25. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
