To decipher the puzzles, your brain and eyes have to work together to make sense of what you’re observing.
While your brain determines what is logical, it might not actually be what your eyes are seeing.
The shocking answer to the image reveals that there are, in fact, four circles.
While the alternating monochromatic colours make it difficult to put the image into perspective, if you stare long enough the shapes should become clearer.
The image is then revealed to show four rings, rather than the obscure ‘pretzel’ shape that was originally observed.
How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
You can also test other parts of your brain with different types of brainteasers.
This image of pearls can be a great way to test your eyesight – as you’re asked to find the diamond in less than 10 seconds.
Brainteasers offer a great way to test your IQ and keep your mind sharp.
This maths-based brainteaser is a great way to train your brain and improve your critical thinking.
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1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on My Satan-obsessed cannibal dad chopped up my stepmum & cooked her in salt – I’ll never get over her chilling last words
SITTING down for a tense dinner as her dad skulked out of sight, Jamie-Lee Arrow had a sickening feeling in her gut.
It was a mood shared by her stepmother, Helle Christensen, who uttered a chilling prophecy as they began to eat.
Instagram/@jamieleearrowJamie-Lee Arrow has struggled to come to terms with her father’s monstrous crimes[/caption]
Investigation DiscoveryThe Satan-obsessed killer is now behind bars[/caption]
Cannibal Isakin Jonsson, 32, murdered girlfriend Helle Christensen, 40, and ate parts of her body
She said: “Enjoy your meal because this is the last time I will cook for you… because Isakin is going to kill me.”
A day later, on the evening of November 12, 2010, Isakin Jonsson, 32, picked up a knife and climbed on to the bed where his girlfriend was resting.
The depraved crime sent shockwaves through the sleepy town of Skara, Sweden, but for Jonsson’s daughter, Jamie-Lee Arrow, who was nine at the time, this came as no surprise.
In the build-up to Helle’s haunting prophecy, the 40-year-old – who had five children with previous partners – had been fighting with Isakin for over 24 hours while Jamie-Lee and two of her children were staying.
Jamie-Lee tells The Sun: “They were throwing plates, pushing each other, throwing knives, and me and her two other children were just sitting on the sofa, crying like babies.
“So at that time, during those 24 hours, I was certain that either I would get killed or she would.”
After the vicious murder, Jonsson came forward to the police and confessed. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to forensic psychiatric care in March 2011.
Looking back on Jamie-Lee’s earliest memories of her dad, she reflects it was little surprise that things ended in unimaginable violence.
She said: “Walking into my dad’s flat was like walking into a horror movie.
“Pictures from Friday the 13th and Freddy Krueger. Everything was just dark and misery.”
Jamie-Lee’s parents separated when she was a toddler, in the early 2000s, leading her to spend her childhood split between two worlds, her mum’s and her dad’s.
She tells us: “I was experiencing light and dark, and even though everything was normal at my mum’s, I didn’t feel normal because I was carrying dark secrets about what was going on at my dad’s.”
Those ‘dark secrets’ came from Jonsson’s morbid fascination with the occult, an obsession that he often tried to force on to his young daughter.
She said: “He often talked about the devil, demons and evil spirits, and when I was little he liked to introduce me to the other side.
“We would lay in the dark on the bed and he would go, ‘Do you see the faces on the wall, can you see them?’
“Then he would say it so much I would actually start seeing them.”
Jamie-Lee was just nine years old at the time of the murderInvestigation DiscoveryShe confronted her father in a recent documentary[/caption]
He gave Jamie-Lee a Satanic bible at the age of 11, but his warped worldview corrupted even the most basic of parental responsibilities.
When Jamie-Lee was around eight, she told her dad about her problems with bullies at school.
Instead of offering some warm words and a cup of hot chocolate, he gave her a hand-made voodoo doll and a pin.
‘Beautiful’ second mum
It was around this time that Jamie-Lee met her dad’s new girlfriend, Helle, who he met at a psychiatric hospital after he was admitted following a drug overdose.
On meeting Helle, Jamie-Lee said: “I immediately fell in love with her, I thought she was so beautiful.
“She was a very unique person and wasn’t afraid of my dad. I was used to girls being very careful around my dad.
“They didn’t dare to do or say much, but she was joking on his behalf and she was so funny.”
Jamie-Lee and Helle became very close over the years as their relationship turned into that of a mother and daughter.
Jamie-Lee said: “She even told me, you are like my daughter, I love you like a daughter.
“And I really loved her like my mum.”
Jonsson and Helle had a troubled, turbulent relationshipInstagram/@jamieleearrowJamie-Lee has turned her trauma into a positive force for good[/caption]
But it didn’t take long for Jamie-Lee to notice the cracks in Jonsson and Helle’s newfound relationship.
She said: “They could have very few moments where they seemed very loving, where they were laughing and having a good time.
“And all I wanted was for them to be happy together and to always be together.
“I had a book where I had written that my biggest wish in life is that they’d stay together for the rest of my life.
“But then most of the time they were fighting and they were not good for each other.”
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Those fights culminated in the violent 24-hour argument shortly before Helle’s brutal murder, and her chilling final words to the girl she loved like a daughter.
It was her mum who told her about what happened the night after. She sat her down on the bed and said she had something horrible to tell her.
Jamie-Lee recalls: “I was like ‘No, no don’t tell me, I don’t want to know’ and I was just trying to run out the bedroom just to not hear it.
“Then she said, ‘Helle’s dead’ and my first reaction was, ‘Was it Dad?’
Instagram/@jamieleearrowJamie-Lee has gained thousands of Instagram fans inspired by her defiant response to her traumatic upbringing[/caption]
“And then we just sat crying and screaming, it was awful.
“I felt like I had lost both his girlfriend and I had lost him and I felt something inside of me broke.”
The ordeal had a traumatic effect on the nine-year-old, with Jamie-Lee going on to struggle with depression and addiction.
“I got into drinking at a very early age,” she said.
“I finally had found something that soothed my anxiety and my hatred for myself, I could finally escape reality and it was amazing and I didn’t want it to stop.
“It went from drinking to smoking weed to all different kinds of drugs, anything I could get my hands on I would take.
“I knew I could fall asleep and not wake up again, but I didn’t care.”
Horror visits
Despite dreams of becoming a doctor prior to the murder, Jamie-Lee’s school attendance tanked as she sank further into addiction, dropping out completely at just 15.
During these dark days, Jamie-Lee still visited her father in hospital, who brainwashed her into thinking that he was the only one who cared about her.
But he had not changed, as the then 17-year-old was about to find out.
“I was in a really, really bad state and I was seconds away from killing myself and I said to my dad, ‘I don’t know what to do, I’m going to kill myself if something doesn’t change’,” said Jamie-Lee.
“He said, ‘The only way out is to do this’, and he told me about a ritual that had came to him when he was lying in his bed, he said it was a blessing to him.
“We sat down, in front of each other, and he told me to hold his hands and he wanted me to say after him.
Jamie-Lee still cannot bear to utter the words her father told her to say that day, but explains he tried to sell her soul to the devil.
She said: “I felt, like, ‘What the hell am I doing?’ It felt so wrong.
“I just got such a bad feeling in my body, and I was in such a bad state that I felt like I was going insane.
“Like I had lost it, I had lost touch with reality.”
Walking into my dad’s flat was like walking into a horror movie. Pictures from Friday the 13th and Freddy Krueger. Everything was just dark and misery
On another visit, Jonsson walked his horrified daughter through the murder, in shocking detail.
“He told me with such passion, and that scared me, it was so disturbing,” she said.
But the final straw was when Jamie-Lee decided to confront her dad about something she wanted an apology for.
When he responded violently, she decided to provoke him, to see if he was capable of doing the same thing to her as he did his former girlfriend.
Who are the UK's worst serial killers?
THE UK's most prolific serial killer was actually a doctor.
Here’s a rundown of the worst offenders in the UK.
British GP Harold Shipman is one of the most prolific serial killers in recorded history. He was found guilty of murdering 15 patients in 2000, but the Shipman Inquiry examined his crimes and identified 218 victims, 80 per cent of whom were elderly women.
After his death Jonathan Balls was accused of poisoning at least 22 people between 1824 and 1845.
Mary Ann Cotton is suspected of murdering up to 21 people, including husbands, lovers and children. She is Britain’s most prolific female serial killer. Her crimes were committed between 1852 and 1872, and she was hanged in March 1873.
Amelia Sach and Annie Walters became known as the Finchley Baby Farmers after killing at least 20 babies between 1900 and 1902. The pair became the first women to be hanged at Holloway Prison on February 3, 1903.
William Burke and William Hare killed 16 people and sold their bodies.
Dennis Nilsen was caged for life in 1983 after murdering up to 15 men when he picked them up from the streets. He was found guilty of six counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder and was sentenced to life in jail.
She said: “He looked at me with black eyes, like he had no love for me at all.
“He said, ‘If you don’t stop now, you’ll see what I can do’.”
That was the last time Jamie-Lee saw her dad until she confronted him as part of Investigation Discovery’s recent true-crime series Evil Lives Here: The Killer Speaks.
When asked why she wanted to see her dad again, she said: “For years I had been wondering about my dad, what he’s doing, what he looks like, where he is mentally.
“It just couldn’t leave my mind so I knew that I did want to see him one last time just to ask the questions I was carrying and to get closure.
“I got to say goodbye to him and I got confirmation that he could never, ever in a million years be a part of my life.”
Now 23, Jamie-Lee is happily engaged to her boyfriend of five years and the mother of two beautiful children, a three-year-old boy and a nine-month-old daughter, and is now able to move forward with her new life.
Her Instagram has attracted over 30,000 followers in the last month, attracting an audience that is fascinated by her defiant response to her tragic upbringing.
She now works as a public speaker and author, teaching people how to turn their trauma into something positive.
Her advice?
“Just because your childhood sucked doesn’t mean your entire life has to,” she said.
“We have the power over our own lives and we can create something beautiful even if we came from something ugly.”
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on GMB’s Richard Madeley reveals horrifying injury live on air after falling over on holiday in France
GOOD Morning Britain anchor Richard Madeley sparked fan concern after returning to the ITV series with a hugely painful injury.
The former This Morning frontman, 69, was back on-screen alongside Susanna Reid, 54, for Monday’s episode.
RexRichard Madeley sparked concern with his appearance on Good Morning Britain on Monday[/caption]
ITVThe 68-year-old anchor was seen wearing a cast[/caption]
ITVHe told how he has a double fracture of the wrist[/caption]
Yet fans of the early-morning show were left worried after noting the broadcaster was clad with a huge cast on his right arm.
The white plaster support could be seen peeking out of Richard‘s smart black suit as he fronted Good Morning Britain from his regular spot on the desk.
Others also noted his voice sounded husky and “digitised” amid his injury woe, which he outlined at the top of the show.
Susanna said: “Richard you better explain,” to which he replied: “I thought you were going to say did I have a good break!”
After the pair giggled, he continued: “It’s a double fracture of the wrist.
“I was walking quite quickly down a steep pavement in France on Friday, and the pavement was loose.
“It flipped up and it flipped me forward and I thought am I going to win or will gravity win?
“And gravity won and I hit the ground hard.
“So yeah I’ve got a double fracture and we’ll see how it goes.”
After issuing a supportive “aww,” Susanna then quizzed: Is it sore at the moment?”
The brave host said: “I’m not discussing the pain threshold we just don’t think about pain.”
One ITV viewer took to X to write: “Awww Madeley has an owie.”
A second put: “Is Richard channeling his inner Keith lemon this morning with his bandage?”
The Sun has gone to GMB for comment.
Good Morning Britain presenters
Current presenters:
Susanna Reid (presenters Monday to Wednesday and alternate Thursdays) – 2014 to present
Kate Garraway (presenters alternate Thursdays and Fridays) – 2014 to present
Martin Lewis (Money Saving Expert) – 2021 to present
Richard Madeley (presents Monday to Thursday) – 2022 to present
Ed Balls (presents on a rotating basis) – 2022 to present
In May, sources say Richard was told his contract, worth a reported £300,000 a year, would not be renewed on current terms when it expires in December.
He hit back and negotiated a new deal with bosses — but it will mean a significant cut in his hours and pay.
A source said: “This one has really rocked the ITV corridors because Richard is such a big name and a legend of daytime telly.
it became apparent Richard had a meeting with the network’s most senior bosses and he’s now being kept on in a more part-time role.
“He’s got himself back on the show — but his hours are significantly cut.”
He had co-hosted ITV’s This Morning with wife Judy Finnigan for 13 years from 1988 to 2001.
They had been the golden couple of daytime telly and it was thought both were happy to enjoy retirement at their homes in London and Cornwall.
But Richard made a shock return to the screen as ITV bosses brought him in as a regular joint presenter on GMB with Susanna.
He quickly established himself as a popular face on the breakfast show, building up a warm rapport with his co-host and taking on the main male anchor role.
TV SHAKE UP
Former MP Ed is set to be kept on, despite some viewers criticising the show for having a conflict of interest when he has been interviewing his former Labour political colleagues.
Ed, who became a presenter on the GMB rota in 2022, has been pulled out of the studio in recent months when there is an interview with his wife, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, leaving Susanna to do it alone.
ITV bosses announced that Lorraine, shown on weekdays from 9am to 10am, wouldair on just 30 out of 52 weeks from next year.
GMB will also be extended.
ITVSusanna asked her co-host if he was in pain[/caption]
ITVHe soldiered on with the day job[/caption]
RexIt has been a tough time for Richard and GMB as a whole of late[/caption]
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Flexible Thomas Frank and Tottenham are the perfect match – Brentford boss will get to show how he REALLY wants to play
ANGE-BALL is dead and buried, a cold-blooded decision that has divided the Tottenham fanbase.
The departure of Ange Postecoglou brought a mix of bewilderment and anger from some, with many feeling his axe was unnecessary.
GettyAnge Postecoglou was sacked by Spurs despite winning the Europa League[/caption]
GettyThomas Frank is set to replace Postecoglou at Tottenham[/caption]
Plenty of Spurs supporters are unsure about what lead candidate Thomas Frank will bring if he is the next man through the revolving door.
The club’s fans always want their team to reflect the attacking principles — the “Glory, Glory” “To Dare is to Do” football — articulated by their 1960-61 Double-winning icons, captain Danny Blanchflower and boss Bill Nicholson.
And it is why Dane Frank — currently at Brentford — actually ticks more boxes than any alternative.
His Bees were promoted to the Premier League in 2021 playing free-flowing, attractive football.
But Frank realised he could not play that way in the top flight with the squad and resources at his disposal.
Not until they established themselves. It meant Frank had to get his recruitment and his tactics right — also showing a willingness to adapt alongside solid analysis and smart thinking.
He showed the same passion and desire as Bees fans, who loved watching his side evolve.
But the Gtech hierarchy knew this moment would come.
That a big club would knock on the door and Frank would be ready to walk through, seeking a stage that lets him play the football he REALLY wants to play.
Football that comes straight off the N17 wish-list.
Quizzed by SunSport recently Frank, 51, said: “For many, years, I’ve been most attracted to more offensive football.
“I always looked a little bit at the Ajax team, the total football idea.
“Then it was Barcelona, the first Dream Team under Johan Cruyff, which of course also had Michael Laudrup, another Danish player, at the heart of it.
“So I watched all those games, incredible — and then of course Pep Guardiola took them to another level.
“I got that inspiration and tried to merge it into my own blueprint.
“Hopefully, you can be a great entertainer and a great winner at the same time.
“Ultimately it is all about winning, no doubt. But you can’t achieve anything big without being solid at the back.”
Frank has the intelligence and depth to deal with pressure and crises — and would not blow up a club like Spurs in the way Conte did in 2023 — nor turn on the fans as Postecoglou did too frequently.
Proof of that came with Frank’s brilliant handling of the Ivan Toney gambling case.
After the striker was charged with betting offences in November 2022 he scored ten goals in 19 Prem games before the striker’s eight-month FA ban was confirmed.
GettyFrank, 51, handled Ivan Toney’s gambling case expertly[/caption]
GettyToney was prolific at Brentford before moving to Saudi Arabia[/caption]
Frank knew his job was to be a counsellor as well as a manager.
Not just before the ban, but during and after.
He said at the time: “He’s made mistakes, but we need to be there and help him.
“We all make mistakes. Who are we to judge, especially in football?
“Ivan is a footballer, but he’s also a human being. We need to do everything we can to support him.”
Yet in Toney’s absence Frank unleashed Yoanne Wissa alongside Mbeumo — they scored 39 Prem goals between them last term.
Ange’s legacy is a first Spurs trophy in 17 years.
It provides a platform that Frank is ready to build on.
It is the role he has waited for all his career. And it gives him the chance to turn his ambitions into reality.
ReutersBryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa have forged an excellent partnership at Brentford[/caption]
GettyFrank could bring Mbeumo with him to Spurs[/caption]
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Secret Apple upgrades ‘coming today including extra iPhone battery life & AirPods trick to understand foreign languages’
APPLE is about to show off huge free upgrades coming to millions of customers – including owners of the iPhone, iPad, AirPods, MacBook, and Apple Watch.
Eligible gadget fans will reportedly get the ability to translate foreign languages in real-time using AirPods headphones, combine multiple emoji, and unlock extra battery life without paying a penny extra.
AppleLoads of iPhone features are set to debut at a special Apple event in California today[/caption]
AppleApple chief Tim Cook is expected to show off new iPhone upgrades later today[/caption]
And the way iPhoneapps look may be totally revamped for the first time in over a decade.
It’s all part of Apple’s regular software makeover that the company hands out to gadget fans each year.
Apple is showing off the new goodies at its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) during a special event at 10am in California today – that’s 1pm for New Yorkers and 6pm in the UK on Monday, June 6.
And there are six major upgrades that you’ll want to watch out for…
APPLE UPDATE #1 – MAJOR APP MAKEOVER
The first change to watch out for is a brand new look for your app icons.
Apple is reportedly going to switch up its design for the first time in over 10 years.
Back in 2013, Apple unleashed iOS 7, moving to a brighter and flatter design style for app icons.
Now Apple is expected to change all that with this year’s update.
According to Bloomberg, Apple is going to move to a new look based on the company’s Apple Vision Pro “spatial computing” headset.
The app icons on these virtual reality goggles feature a more transparent look with a circular frame.
So expect the iPhone, iPad, and Mac to follow suit.
APPLE UPDATE #2 – APP OVERHAULS
Three apps in particular are rumoured for major overhauls.
First up is the Phone app, which is one of the best-known default Apple apps.
It’s reportedly having its Favourites, Recents, and Voicemail tabs all combined into a single window.
This is meant to make life easier, but if that sounds like hell to you, there will supposedly be a way to switch it off.
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AppleThe new icons are expected to look more like the ones seen with Apple’s Vision Pro headset[/caption]
Second is Safari, which is meant to be getting a slick new look (with a glossy URL bar – that’s where web addresses live).
And third is Camera, which is one of the best-used Apple apps.
Over the years, it has become absolutely feature-packed. Think of all the modes: Slow-Mo, Spatial Video, Portrait, Portrait Selfie, Cinematic Video, and so on.
Apple is reportedly simplifying this with its next big update…
APPLE UPDATE #3 – NEW UPDATE NAMES
…and that update won’t be iOS 19.
Instead, Apple is supposedly rebranding all of its major software names to match the years.
So iOS 19 will instead be called iOS 26. That’s because it’ll likely be out in September, and will then run for a full year – so most of its life will be in 2026.
Similarly, we’re expecting iPadOS 19 to become iPadOS 26, and macOS 16 to instead be called macOS26.
And it’s the same story for tvOS 19, watchOS 12, and visionOS 3, which will all be called “26” instead.
It should make things less confusing for, well, everyone.
APPLE UPDATE #4 – MESSAGE BETTER
Apple is also expected to dole out some new features to a fan-favourite app: Messages.
The first is the ability to send polls, which means you can quiz your mates on restaurant options, or have your family vote on the next holiday destination.
And second, we’ll supposedly get the ability to change chat backgrounds.
So you can have something a bit more thrilling, and it’ll sync for everyone in the chat.
APPLE UPDATE #5 – GAME ON!
Apple is also supposedly working on an entirely new app called Games.
AppleApple is reportedly building a dedicated Games app – which will also feature premium Apple Arcade titles[/caption]
This will supposedly be a portal for all things gaming on the iPhone.
And it’ll reportedly have Home, Arcade, Play Together, Library, and Search tabs.
APPLE UPDATE #6 – AI SEE!
Lastly, Apple looks set to debut a few new artificial intelligence tricks.
The tech titan has faced recent controversy over some AI feature delays.
So Apple is reportedly taking a gentler approach this year, with a smaller slate of features that can definitely be delivered.
The headline upgrade is a new feature that will reportedly allow Apple AirPods owners to translate foreign languages in real time. Perfect for holiday.
AppleThe Apple AirPods could soon translate foreign languages in real time[/caption]
You’ll also be able to combine two emoji (rather than just create entirely new emoji via Genmoji) for the first time.
And there’s an AI-powered battery optimisation feature potentially coming too.
This will reportedly analyse your phone behaviour, and then make adjustments behind the scenes to unlock better battery life.
Sadly there’s no guarantee that this will be revealed at WWDC 2025.
It’s possible that Apple might save this feature (if it even exists) for the expected launch of the iPhone 17 in September.
We won’t know for sure about any of these leaks until Apple makes its big announcement on stage at its Cupertino, California HQ.
IS ANY OF THIS ACTUALLY GOING TO HAPPEN?
Here’s what The Sun’s tech editor Sean Keach has to say…
I know what you’re thinking. There are a lot of maybes, mights, and coulds here.
It’s the same story every year.
Apple keeps its upcoming news under tight wraps – but nuggets inevitably leak.
And the closer we get to the event, the more accurate those leaks become.
We’re now in the final moments before the big reveal, so there’s a good chance that we’ll see these leaks come true.
Of course, Apple may end up delaying or scrapping some of these changes – even at the last minute.
The Californian tech giant will be keen not to over-promise this year.
And none of these changes are particularly shocking.
Apple’s naming conventions have become messy and need fixing. Having software match the year makes sense. I wouldn’t be surprised if the iPhone eventually followed suit.
Mobile gaming is massive – just look at the Nintendo Switch 2 selling out. Apple creating a dedicated Games app is also common sense.
And battery boosts plus real-time translation are sensible AI additions that are within the realms of possibility.
If anything, it would be a surprise if any of this didn’t happen.
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on I’m a cleaning pro and my 90p hack will banish lingering food smells in your home – it’ll make your kitchen sparkle too
A CLEANING pro has revealed a 90p hack to banish lingering food smells from your home.
Whether you’ve treated yourself to a curry or made your family a slap up roast, food smells can often linger way after you’ve finished in the kitchen.
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GettyCoffee grounds are a great deoderiser[/caption]
Candles and diffusers can be great methods of getting rid of these smells, but they can end up getting expensive.
However, experts from Housekeep, Georgina Shepherd, revealed that bad smells can actually be banished with a cheap cupboard staple.
“Coffee grounds are actually fantastic deodorisers,” she said, speaking Coffee Friend.
“During the summer, when kitchen bins can get a bit whiffy, try sprinkling a handful of coffee grounds into the bottom of a fresh bin bag after changing it.
“They’ll help absorb unpleasant odours between changes.”
She added that you can also put a bowl of used coffee grounds in the fridge, to make the food smell fresher.
Coffee is super cheap, and can be picked up from the supermarket for as little as 90p.
The expert added that you can also use coffee grounds to clean onion and garlic smells off your chopping boards.
“To freshen them up, use the same coffee and washing-up liquid paste and scrub gently with a sponge,” she said.
“The abrasiveness helps lift off food particles and stains, while the coffee neutralises any odours.”
Georgina added that coffee grounds are super versatile, and can even be used to make your kitchen sparkle, thanks to their abrasiveness.
“Thanks to their coarse texture, used coffee grounds can come in handy for tackling stubborn grime.
“They’re great for scrubbing pans, trays with burnt-on bits, or even giving your stainless steel sink a good refresh.
“It’s a great reason to hang on to the grounds from your morning brew instead of tossing them.”
Stacey Solomon's cleaning tips
IF you want a home that gleams like Stacey's, you'll need to listen up!
Label Everything: Stacey swears by the power of labelling. From pantry jars to storage bins, clear labels help keep everything organised and easy to find.
Daily Tidy Routine: Dedicate 15-20 minutes each day to tidying up. This prevents clutter from building up and makes weekly deep cleaning less daunting.
Baking Soda Magic: Stacey uses baking soda for a variety of cleaning tasks. It’s great for deodorising carpets, cleaning grout, and even freshening up mattresses.
Upcycle Containers: Repurpose old jars, tins, and containers to store cleaning supplies, craft materials, or kitchen ingredients. It’s both eco-friendly and cost-effective.
Shine with Vinegar: White vinegar is a staple in Stacey’s cleaning arsenal. It works wonders on windows, mirrors, and even limescale build-up in kettles.
Make It Fun: Turn on your favourite music or podcast to make cleaning less of a chore and more of a fun, productive activity.
Use a Toothbrush: For those hard-to-reach spots, a toothbrush can be an excellent tool. Use it to scrub grout lines, around taps, and in other small crevices.
Declutter Regularly: Stacey advises a regular declutter session to get rid of items you no longer need. This keeps your home neat and creates more space for the things you love.
Air Fresheners: Create your own natural air fresheners using essential oils. Stacey loves using lavender or citrus oils to keep her home smelling fresh.
Microfibre Cloths: These are essential for dusting and cleaning surfaces without leaving streaks. They are reusable and can be easily washed.
Incorporate these tips into your routine for a cleaner, more organised home, just like Stacey Solomon’s!
Colby Short, CEO and co-founder ofGetAgent revealed that another way to get rid of food smells in your home is to usebaking powderas a deodoriser.
Baking powder is a staple that many of us already have in our kitchen cupboards, and it can be found in all major supermarkets.
You’ll be able to nab it in Tesco for only 57p and Asda and Aldi for just 65p.
Colby explained: “Baking powder is a great, natural deodoriser.
“Sprinkle some onto a soft surface you want to clean, allow it to sit – overnight if you can – and then vacuum it up the next day.”
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Diletta Leotta almost upstages Carlos Alcaraz as DAZN presenter spills out of white dress in epic French Open final
DILETTA LEOTTA stole the show at Roland Garros – as Carlos Alcarez made history on court.
The Italian presenter rocked a stunning look during her work for DAZN at the French Open.
https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta has given fans a backstage look into her French Open prep[/caption]
https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleottaThe DAZN presenter gave the insight to her 9million Instagram fans[/caption]
https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleottaThe 33-year-old rocked a tennis outfit for the final of the French Open[/caption]
https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleottaShe classed up the look with a smart white blazer[/caption]
https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleottaDiletta took her seat at Philippe-Chatrier Court ahead of Carlos Alcaraz’s comeback win[/caption]
https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleottaLovestruck fans claimed Diletta had upstaged the five-time Slam winner[/caption]
Alcaraz produced one of the all-time great comebacks to secure a second French Open crown.
The Spaniard survived three Championship points in the fourth set to somehow beat Sinner at Roland Garros.
Alcarez won the five-set thriller after five hours and 29 minutes.
He becomes only the third man to win a major final after saving a championship point since the Open era began in 1968.
Following his epic win, Alcaraz admitted: “Every match I’m playing against him is important.
AlamyCarlos Alcaraz won a five-set thriller in the French Open final[/caption]
“This is the first match in a Grand Slam final.
“Hopefully not the last because every time we face each other, we raise our level to the top.
“If you want to win Grand Slams, you have to beat the best tennis players in the world.”
A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with football partner Loris Karius…
GettyDiletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presenters[/caption]
INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaThe 33-year-old is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TV[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaThe glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchside[/caption]
GettyShe boasts 9 million followers on Instagram alone[/caption]
@dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her travels[/caption]
The Italian beauty regularly updates her fans on holiday with Kariushttps://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has flipped between blonde and brunette looks[/caption]
@dilettaleottaDilleta has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider look[/caption]
GettyShe splits her time with DAZN between football and tennis[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaShe is a now a full-time presenter for DAZN in Italy[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst onto the scene with Sky Sports[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fans[/caption]
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Everyone told me not to paint my oak doors but I did it anyway – I love it but trolls rage and say it was better before
A DIY enthusiast has revealed that everyone warned her against painting her oak doors black, but she did it anyway.
TikTok/@rebeccaforreyA DIY fan has revealed that despite everyone warning her against painting her oak doors black, she did it anyway[/caption]
TikTok/@rebeccaforreyBut now, Rebecca Forrey has left people totally divided with her latest DIY project[/caption]
But having said that, Rebecca’s black doors have left people totally divided – and while some suggest it will “date” her property, others think it looks “so classy”.
But the TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @rebeccaforrey, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as at the time of writing it had quickly racked up 279,700 views in just 24 hours.
Not only this, but it had also amassed 10,100 likes and 162 comments.
DIY enthusiasts were split by the black doors and many eagerly raced to the comments to share their thoughts.
One user beamed: “The black is SO CHIC.”
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1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Aldi launches £3.99 buy that will light up your garden for balmy summer nights – it will add style to a fence in no time
ALDI is launching a budget-friendly buy to elevate your garden this summer.
The German retailer has a whole range of garden buys coming to stores this Sunday, and you won’t want to miss out.
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AldiThis solar-powered light will be essential for summer evenings[/caption]
Not only will they give your fence an instant update, but they’ll also come in handy during the evenings.
Costing just £3.99 each, the bulb comes with a crocodile clip so it can be hung around the garden.
The bulbs come in two different shapes and have 20 firefly LED lights inside to add a whimsical touch.
It also comes with a flat base for use as a table lantern if you don’t want to hang it.
Of course, the lights are solar-powered so you won’t have to worry about getting batteries for the lamp.
Aldi bosses say: “Bring colour into your outdoor space with this Solar Iridescent Lightbulb.”
It’s part of Aldi’s wider push to offer low-cost garden essentials this season, with the budget supermarket regularly selling out of its Specialbuys aimed at outdoor living.
Like with all Specialbuy items from the store it will only be available while stock lasts.
So if you want to get your hands on the bulb, you’d best head to your local store tomorrow to stock up.
More Garden Buys
The budget-friendly retailer is also launching a budget-friendly gadget this weekend that promises to keep bugs and pests at bay throughout the warmer months.
Available in stores across the UK from Sunday, June 8, the Zero In Bug Zapper Lantern is priced at just £7.99 — and it’s already catching the attention of bargain hunters.
The lantern kills nuisance flies and mosquitoes on contact, helping to create a bug-free zone ideal for BBQs, camping trips or even indoor use.
It’s designed for versatility, you can hang it up or stand it on any surface, and it works best in low-light conditions.
The gadget also features four built-in LED lights and comes complete with a USB rechargeable battery pack and charging cable, making it easy to power up for evening use.
Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening on the patio or hosting friends and family for a garden gathering, this simple tool could make all the difference.
Aldi says the lantern is “perfect for outdoor living,” especially for those who want to enjoy summer evenings without being pestered by insects.
