BATH & Body Works has been criticized after shoppers pointed out a design issue with one of the chain’s festive candles.

Some claimed the holiday decoration unintentionally drew some comparisons to the white supremacist group the Ku Klux Klan – which was formed in the nineteenth century.

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The snowflakes on the candle were likened by some to the group’s infamous hoods.

Bath and Body Works launched its fragrance candle Snowed In but it has been swiftly pulled from store shelves.

And, it can no longer be bought on the chain’s website, according to NBC News.

Customers couldn’t hide their frustration after spotting the candle on sale.

“I’m truly disgusted by your ‘snowed in candle artwork,’” one shopper blasted.

They even claimed they would boycott the popular chain as a consequence.

Others claimed the chain didn’t consider the design, while some shoppers referred to the item as a klandle.

Some shoppers were stunned that nothing was flagged in the design process.

“How did that design ever make it to the shelves?” another shopper asked on X.

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They claimed the decision to axe the candle was the necessary move.

Bath and Body Works chiefs have spoken out since the backlash.

“At Bath & Body Works, we are committed to listening to our teams, and customers, and committed to fixing any mistakes we make – even those that are unintentional like this one,” a spokesperson told Fox Business.

The company spokesperson apologized to shoppers who were offended by the design.

The chain is working to remove the item from its website and store shelves.

But shoppers rushed to defend the chain, stressing that the design looked like a snowflake.

“People are literally hoping and praying to be offended by something,” a shopper defending the chain said.

“It’s literally a close-up of the corner of a snowflake,” another customer said on Instagram.

“It’s obviously a snowflake cut out. Sheesh,” a third shopper chimed.

Others joked that the design looked more like aliens than snowflakes.

The U.S. Sun has approached Bath and Body Works for comment.

SPOTTING the numbers in this brainteaser is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the odd one out?

Time to put your vision skills and IQ to the test and crack this tricky brainteaser in just seven seconds or less.

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The image above is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found.

The challenge here is to spot the odd number that’s perfectly blended into the scene.

Everyone can quickly see the 56’s everywhere up against the yellow background.

But only those with 20/20 vision and a high IQ can solve this mind-bending puzzle.

Are you able to find where the odd number is or will you be left scratching your head?

It might seem a bit daunting at first, but the key is to carefully examine each section of the image.

You might wish to start from the top left corner of the image and work your way down, or maybe do the complete opposite – whatever gives you more confidence!

Another useful tactic is picking an element of the picture and analyse what’s around it – and what may be different.

Brainteasers are purposefully designed to trick our vision and can be used as simple determiners of intelligence.

So you might want to try The Sun’s wide range of optical illusions created to stimulate the deepest parts of your brain.

In this mind-bending image, everyone can see the farm but you have 20/20 vision and a high IQ if you can spot the hidden heart in seven seconds.

Another tricky brainteaser features a gnarled tree but only those with high IQ can spot a sleepy cat hiding on it.

If that’s still not hard enough for you, then have a go at spotting the hidden broom amongst the clothes in less than five seconds.

Or you can have a go at figuring out the hidden message in this band’s cover art that has confused fans for years.

Lastly, puzzle fanatics have been left scratching their heads trying to find the lost feather in just 12 seconds.

Did you manage to spot the odd number? If so, congratulations!

Still struggling to find it? Have a look at the solution image at the bottom to find out where it is.

Did you know that solving optical illusions is a great way of training your brain and improving creative thinking?

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RAPPER Yung Filly’s friend Chunkz has spoken out about the rape charges facing his former collaborator – who is stuck in Australia pending a police probe.

Filly, 29, has been banned from leaving the country as cops investigate allegations he raped and physically abused a woman last month.

The rapper, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, was arrested last week and charged with three counts of sexual assault.

He was also charged with four counts of sexual penetration without consent and one count of impeding a person’s breathing or circulation by applying pressure to the neck.

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YouTube personality Chunkz, real name Amin Mohamed, worked with him on several songs and comedic videos over the years.

Chunkz, 28, shared a video on Instagram, breaking his silence on the shocking allegations.

“Like everyone I’ve heard the reports coming out of Australia,” he said.

“While I understand many of you want my reaction on it, as this is an ongoing court case I hope you guys understand that I can’t and won’t be commenting on it publicly, so yeah I’ve just come on here to basically let you know the reasons as to why I can’t. Love.”

Filly was rapidly dropped by several brands and companies including FootAsylum, the Football Association (FA), Heinz and ASOS, after news of his arrest broke.

Cops investigating him say they have an “extremely strong” case that includes CCTV footage of the social media star on the night of the alleged offences.

Filly’s defence lawyer argued the victim was drunk at the time of the alleged ordeal on September 28, according to Channel 9.

Cops allege that Filly – who was born in Colombia but moved to the UK as a refugee when he was a child – raped her in his hotel.

The rapper was first arrested on Tuesday in Brisbane and transferred to Perth the next day.

He appeared in court where the prosecution said his alleged victim’s body is marked “by a history of violent acts”.

Filly was bailed following his first court hearing after stumping up $100,000AUD (£51,000) for bail.

He is banned from leaving the state and must also report to Perth Police Station in Northbridge regularly.

A downcast Filly was seen reporting there for the first time on Saturday, dodging cameras as he made his way in and back out.

He wore a dark baseball cap and a cream hooded jacket with black shorts and trainers as he jogged past reporters to enter the building.

Filly remained inside for just five minutes before leaving and once again refusing to speak to the journalists waiting outside.

He was seen again on Sunday in an all black outfit arriving at the same station.

Yung Filly is known for his comedic videos on YouTube where he shot to fame alongside fellow creators Beta Squad while also appearing in The Sidemen videos.

He then branched out to his own individual projects including podcasts, music and mainstream TV gigs.

He featured on Channel 4’s The Great Celebrity Bake Off in 2022 and has previously fronted the BBC’s Hot Property.

MICHAEL Strahan was furious with the New York Jets’ decision to fire Robert Saleh this week.

And the former New York Giants legend had a theory on why the Jets acted.

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Strahan told his Fox NFL Sunday co-stars “hold my beer” before revealing his theory.

Saleh was fired by the Jets two days after their loss to the Minnesota Vikings in London, England left them 2-3 for the season.

And Strahan reckons the Jets were trying to stay relevant in the New York sports market.

It comes with the New York Giants having won a couple games in the NFL.

And both the New York Yankees and New York Mets have made deep runs in the MLB playoffs.

Both Big Apple baseball teams are one series victory away from reaching the World Series.

And Strahan said Sunday, “A lot of chat in New York with the Yankees and Mets in the playoffs and the Giants are winning again.

“The Jets said ‘hold my beer,’ let’s join the club.

“They want to be talked about too so they fire their head coach.”

Strahan questioned the timing of the Jets’ decision given they’re still in a close AFC East race and Aaron Rodgers’ return from a long injury layoff.

“Really I just don’t understand this move at this point in the season,” Strahan said.

“You have to look at the general manager Joe Douglas.

“He’s had two head coaches, three offensive coordinators, three quarterbacks and this thing is not turned around.

“I really don’t understand what the Jets are doing this early in the season.

“They have a quarterback coming back off injury and things take time.

“If they win against Buffalo, they’re in first place, they panicked too early.”

And he concluded, “But now they’re in the conversation in New York with everyone else.”

Saleh was fired Tuesday with Jeff Ulbrich serving as interim head coach.

New York’s offense has looked off all season despite having four-time MVP Rodgers under center.

And Jets owner Woody Johnson decided to act after consecutive losses to the Denver Broncos and Vikings.

ENGLAND rugby hero Matt Dawson has found love again after splitting from his wife of 11 years.

Dawson, 51, broke up with Carolin Hauskeller four years ago but they both remain dedicated to their two sons – Alex, 11, and Sami, 10.

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The former rugby union star’s divorce took place after the news that the BBC let him as well as co-stars Sue Barker and Phil Tuffnell go from A Question Of Sport.

The popular trio were shocked to learn they were being dropped from the show in a major revamp.

But things are now looking up for Dawson as he found a new girlfriend.

And that is none other than personal trainer and content creator Elizabeth Kerry.

Elizabeth has over 11,000 followers on Instagram alone and shares plenty of photos as well as videos of her workouts.

Her bio reads: “There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.”

Dawson married ex-wife Carolin – a former model turned marketing manager – back in 2011.

However, they decided to take their relationship to a “new direction” in separate ways that would still see them co-parenting their children.

Dawson tweeted: “We know this will be a surprise to most but after 11 years together Carolin and I have decided our relationship needs a new direction, bringing our marriage to an end.

“The love for our beautiful boys grows stronger day by day as does our friendship as co-parents.

“To our dear friends please continue to support us as positively as you can for the next stage of our lives.

“It’s vital that Alex and Sami understand that we will always be a united family.”

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CHINA has deployed a swarm of fighter jets and warships to encircle Taiwan in a “stern warning” to the island.

Beijing vowed “we are prepared for battle” as it launched a new round of war games around Taiwan on Monday – sealing off key ports as warplanes took to the skies.

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China said the latest drills were a warning shot to Taiwan’s “separatist” forces – and the president’s refusal to acknowledge the island as part of China.

State TV aired a chilling map showing nine areas around the island where drills are taking place – with Taiwan tracking 25 warplanes, seven warships and four Chinese government ships so far.

Beijing also deployed its Liaoning aircraft carrier – with nighttime footage showing a J-15 fighter jet taking off from the decks.

China views Taiwan as its own territory – and has not ruled out force to bring it under its control.

Xi Jinping’s military has increased its encircling of Taiwan’s skies and waters in the past few years – holding joint drills with its warships and fighter jets on a near-daily basis near the island.

Taiwan blasted the latest exercises as “irrational and provocative” and dispatched “appropriate forces” in response – scrambling fighter jets armed with missiles.

The Joint Sword-2024B drills are taking place in the Taiwan Strait and areas to the north, south and east of Taiwan, China’s Eastern Theatre Command said.

It said the war games “serve as a stern warning to the separatist acts of Taiwan independence forces”.

And it claimed they were “a legitimate and necessary operation for safeguarding state sovereignty and national unity”.

China’s military published a map of the drills – two on the island’s east coast, three on the west coast, one to the north and three around Taiwan-controlled islands next to the Chinese coast.

Ships and aircraft are approaching Taiwan in “close proximity from different directions”, it said.

They are focusing on sea-air combat-readiness patrols, blockading key ports and areas, and attacking maritime and ground targets.

China’s Navy Senior Captain Li Xi said the navy, army air force, missile corps have all been mobilised.

“This is a major warning to those who back Taiwan independence and a signifier of our determination to safeguard our national sovereignty,” he said.

The US slammed China’s actions as “unwarranted” – and said they risk “escalation”.

And Taiwan’s Defense Ministry has deployed warships to designated spots in the ocean for surveillance – and “stand ready”.

It also deployed its mobile missile and radar groups on land to track the vessels.

The drills came four days after Taiwan celebrated the founding of its government on its National Day.

In a defiant speech, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te said China has no right to represent the island – and vowed to resist annexation or invasion.

After the speech, China warned that Lai’s “provocations” would result in “disaster” for the people of Taiwan.

In a propaganda video, China showed a cartoon caricature of Lai with pointed ears like a devil and fighter jets and warships around the island.

The footage ends with an image of a fist turning into hammer – and a sword pointed at Taiwan.

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China’s state broadcaster CCTV warned: “The greater the provocation, the tighter the reins.”

And fiercely nationalistic newspaper Global Times said on X: “There is only one China in the world!”

The PLA’s Liberation Army Daily newspaper also declared: “Those who play with fire get burned!”

Taiwan’s Defence Ministry said “all officers and soldiers of the country are in full readiness” in the “face of enemy threats”.

Taiwan’s presidential office said China should face up to the fact of the existence of the Republic of China – Taiwan’s formal name – and respect Taiwan’s choice.

It should “refrain from military provocations that would disrupt the status quo of peace and stability in the region, and threaten Taiwan’s democratic freedoms,” the office said.

In Washington, US President Joe Biden is monitoring the drills – and there was no justification for them after Lai’s “routine” speech.

State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said: “We call on the PRC to act with restraint and to avoid any further actions that may undermine peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and in the broader region.”

China’s foreign ministry hit back on said on Monday: “Taiwan is a part of China, and the Taiwan issue is China’s internal affair that brooks no foreign interference.”

The last war games took place in May when dozens of warplanes filled the skies above Taiwan.

The drills continued for more than 24 hours with 27 warships and 62 warplanes blockading the island.

China also held massive military exercises around Taiwan and simulated a blockade in 2022, after a visit to the island by Nancy Pelosi, who was then speaker of the US House.

China routinely states that Taiwan independence is a dead end and that annexation by Beijing is a “historical inevitability”.

POKEMON developer Game Freak has confirmed it was hacked, resulting in the leaked details of 2500 employees.

The breach, which occurred in August, has allegedly been linked to codenames for 10th generation Pokémon games and details about the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console being leaked too.

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In the statement, Game Freak apologised to those affected by the breach and stated that it has patched the vulnerability which allowed it to happen.

The codename of the unannounced 10th generation Pokémon game is reportedly “Gaia”.

While the codename of the announced Pokemon Legends: Z-A is apparently “Ikkaku”.

Jake Moore, Global Cybersecurity Advisor at ESET called the incident “one of the biggest hacks in gaming history”.

“There will be many people wanting to get their hands on this data making the aftermath that much more impactful and damaging,” he added.

“As the creators are behind Pokémon, one of the world’s best known brands, this data is likely to be accessed far and wide and could even become a cult entity of its own.

“The clean up operation is already two months behind due to only having located the breach now so it will be vital that Game Freak understand as much about the attack as possible and work with those whose data has been affected.”

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Nintendo has remained tight-lipped on the leak, with the company only confirming the existence of the Switch 2 in May this year.

The Switch first hit shelves in 2017, and won the hearts of gaming fans across the globe – particularly during the pandemic.

Though sales have been firmly on the decline since 2021.

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa tweeted that the Switch’s successor, known by players as the Switch 2, is in development, and that more would be revealed before April 2025.

But the Game Freak leak has supposedly revealed the code name for Nintendo’s new console: “Ounce.”

The revelation supports earlier claims from popular leakers like Pyoro and Necrolipe.

One leaked phrase has also got fans thinking the Switch 2 could be released sometime in 2025 – a year pinpointed by president Shuntaro.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A has a vague 2025 release window, with Nintendo saying it’s coming to “Nintendo Switch systems.”

The plural “systems” has fans believing the game will be coming to both the Switch and Switch 2 – though Nintendo has not confirmed any details relating to the leak.

The Sun has contacted Nintendo for comment.

A WOMAN who worked as an aide of the late Queen Elizabeth II for almost two decades has revealed the driving habit that left passengers ”white-knuckled”.

Samantha Cohen – nicknamed ‘Samantha the Panther’ for her feisty attitude – used to be one of the Queen‘s most trusted aides before moving to work for Meghan and Harry.

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The 56-year-old Australian joined the press office around 25 years ago, before being promoted to the royal’s communications secretary, and then landing a position as her assistant private secretary.

However, this wasn’t the first time Samantha saw the monarch in real life – she revealed she first saw the Queen during the head of state visit to Australia in 1977.

Samantha, who was a schoolgirl in Brisbane at the time, recalls being ”beyond excited” about the Silver Jubilee year and celebrations.

During her time working for the monarch, Samantha would earn the reputation as ”one of [her] most trusted aides and closest confidantes”.

Throughout the 18 years, Samantha saw the Queen almost every day and also did three Australian tours with her, in 2002, 2006 and 2011.

Reminiscing about her time working as an aide, the 56-year-old said their relationship was ”very professional” and that the monarch didn’t have any favourites.

Together with her family, hubby Richard Halle and their children (who are now 13, 16 and 19-years-old), Samantha would often relocate to wherever the Queen was – which included spending summers in Balmoral and Christmas in Norfolk at Sandringham, where they were given a cottage during their stay, and gifts complete with handwritten tags from the monarch.

Chatting with The Sunday Times, the former aide described the late royal as a ”shy” person who wanted to be ”a family woman” as well as the head of state.

Samantha – who then went onto training Meghan in royal etiquette -said she loved the privacy she enjoyed at Balmoral, as well as hosting everyone.

The late monarch was known for her love of cars, which included Land Rovers and Range Rovers, to name a few – and according to Samantha, she was ”gutsy” when it came to driving.

The mother-of-three explained that the Queen would ”drive her cars fast around Balmoral”.

Her passengers would reportedly be left ”white-knuckled”.

Another remarkable trait of the late Queen, Samantha noted, was that she had ”no ego”, and that despite being one of the most famous people in the world, she was ”the antithesis of celebrity”.

While she saw the royal at her happiest when she was off-duty, according to Samantha, she also enjoyed the Australian tours, finding them rather relaxing ”because there was less protocol”. 

After Australians voted to keep Elizabeth as the head of state in 1999 (a narrow victory), the Queen gave a speech in which she spoke of how the decision was up to the citizens.

”I have always made it clear that the future of the monarchy in Australia is an issue for you, the Australian people, and you alone to decide by democratic and constitutional means.

”It should not be otherwise,” she said.

In May 2018, shortly after Prince Harry wed Meghan Markle, the Queen asked Samantha to work for the couple.

However, that didn’t last long, as she left the Royal Family in October 2019, after almost 20 years of working for the institution.

IT’S that time of year again when everyone appears to be sick.

From constant sneezing and a runny nose to a hacking cough and a fever – most people are suffering with something vile.

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Is it a cold? Flu? Or worse, Covid?

While Covid isn’t as prominent as it was this time last year, a new concerning variant has arrived, and cases have risen over the past few weeks.

Millions have already had the bug, and the majority of Brits also have protection due to the huge vaccine rollout. But it’s still circulating.

First detected in Germany in June, the XEC variant has now been reported in several countries – including the UK.

And now, it makes up one in 10 Covid cases in England and Wales.

As it stands, scientists believe the fresh bug is not likely to be as deadly as some of its predecessors, but it could be more contagious.

It comes as experts fear Brits may face a ‘tripledemic’ of bugs this winter, and the NHS rolls out a mass vaccine drive.

Meanwhile, the latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows Covid-19 hospital admissions in England are continuing to rise.

The admission rate for patients testing positive for Covid-19 stood at 4.5 per 100,000 people in the week to October 6, up from 3.7 a week earlier.

It is the fourth weekly rise in a row.

“If you are showing symptoms of flu or Covid-19 such as a high temperature, cough, and feeling tired and achy, try to limit your contact with others, especially those who are vulnerable,” Dr Jamie Lopez Bernal, from the UKHSA.

With lateral flow tests no longer free, it can be hard to know which bug you have.

Here’s how to tell the difference.

XEC

We don’t know for sure what the specific XEC symptoms are just yet.

So far, the signs aren’t too dissimilar from what we’ve seen with earlier strains.

This includes tiredness, headaches, a sore throat, a high fever and a dry cough.

The loss of taste and smell – once a hallmark sign of the bug – is only reported by two to three per cent of infected Brits, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

If you are suffering from Covid, prioritise rest and hydration while using over-the-counter medications like paracetamol to relieve symptoms.

The best way to protect yourself from Covid is to get vaccinated.

Jabs have been updated to tackle recent variants, though not specifically for XEC, which evolved from earlier Omicron strains.

The NHS is offering autumn Covid boosters to the most vulnerable in October. This includes:

• Over-64s
• People aged between six months and 64 years with health conditions that make them more vulnerable
• People living in care homes for older people
• Front-line health and social care staff, including in care homes for older people

The NHS will contact eligible patients directly, but they can also book their own appointments now via the NHS App, GPs, pharmacies, drop-in clinics, or by calling 119.

Flu

For many people, having the flu will feel like an exaggerated cold.

The NHS states that flu symptoms can come on very quickly.

They include:

1. A sudden high temperature
2. An aching body
3. Feeling tired or exhausted
4. A dry cough
5. A sore throat
6. A headache
7. Difficulty sleeping
8. Loss of appetite
9. Diarrhoea or tummy pain
10. Feeling sick and being sick

The dry cough could be similar to the cough experienced by people who have contracted coronavirus.

The NHS states that the symptoms are similar for children, but they can also get pain in their ear and appear less active.

Infection rates and hospitalisations for flu are currently stable across all age groups, according to UKHSA data.

But cases will likely rise in the coming weeks, peaking around Christmas time, according to the NHS.

The health service offers a free flu jab to those most at risk of getting the virus, so if you qualify then you can get it free anywhere that offers it.

This can be at your doctor’s surgery as well as supermarket pharmacies like Asda and high street favourites like Boots.

If you’re not in the eligible groups entitled to a free vaccination listed below, you can pay for a flu jab at certain stores.

• All children aged two and three
• All children in primary and all children in school Years seven to 11 in secondary school
• Children aged six months to 17 years with certain long-term health conditions
• Those aged six months to under 65 years in clinical risk group
• Pregnant women
• Those aged 65 years and over
• Unpaid carers
• Close contacts of immunocompromised individuals
• Frontline health and adult social care staff

A cold

Rhinovirus, more commonly known as the common cold, is a mild viral infection that circulates all year long.

Professor John Tregoning, of Imperial College London, previously told The Sun that the bug usually peaks in about October but “never really goes away”.

It’s normal for a child to have eight or more colds a year, and adults two, official guidance states.

The NHS says a common cold can cause:

1. A blocked or runny nose
2. A sore throat
3. Headaches
4. Muscle aches
5. Coughs
6. Sneezing
7. A raised temperature
8. Pressure in your ears and face
9. Loss of taste and smell

The difference between a cold and the flu is that a cold does not typically cause such a sudden spike in temperature.

There may be more blockage in the sinuses and a feeling of stuffiness, as opposed to flu which is more like total body fatigue.

With a common cold, you can usually expect to see an improvement after less than a week, although this can vary.

Thailand maintained its position as the tenth most powerful and influential country in the Asia-Pacific region, according to the Asia Power Index 2024 released by the Lowy Institute. Scoring 19.8 points, Thailand gained 1.1 points from last year but remains in the same ranking as in 2023. The Lowy Institute praised Thailand for its cultural influence …

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