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Record high deaths in the Russia-Ukraine war: What you should know

The war in Ukraine, a conflict that continues to expand, has been devastating, with civilian casualties this summer reaching an all-time high since 2022. Just how many people have been killed in the war since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022? Here’s what we know: How many people have died in the […]

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Five River Island dresses to bring you through to the New Year for under €80

The chilly season is upon us and there’s nothing we want to do more than wrap up and stay warm against the elements and these five dresses from River Island fit that bill perfectly. Ideal for pairing with cosy tights, boots and your favourite winter coat, these gorgeous gúnas will solve every ‘what will I […]

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‘Jackpot!’ Tadhg Fleming finds his dad Derry’s stash of momentos from his kids’ childhood

Do you ever look back at social media posts you put up years ago, and simply not recognise yourself? How about when you find some old school work or artwork? Well, Tadhg Fleming shared his gas discovery as he went rooting through his parent’s cupboards on Tuesday evening, while his dad Derry worked at fixing […]

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Since she joined the platforms, Breckie Hill has been sweeping through realms with her fun, energetic, and creative content – easily keeping millions of her fans entertained. Born and raised in Edina, Minnesota, Breckie’s rise from a local high school cheerleader to a household name in the world of influencers is nothing less than an …

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AllSaints Black Friday 2024: what to expect this November

ALLSAINTS Black Friday sale is drawing close, but will the iconic fashion brand be taking part in the Cyber Weekend deals?

Known for its signature leather jackets, outerwear and minimalist designs, the British fashion retailer tends to offer some pretty generous savings during Black Friday, so what is in store for this year’s Allsaints Black Friday sale?

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Allsaints typically takes part in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale.

However, the premium fashion brand has remained tight lipped about the exact date it will start slashing prices, and what will be discounted.

While the specific details for this year remain top secret, previous sales have included up to 30% off selected styles, so I’m anticipating similar discounts again this year.

If that wasn’t enough, other stockists who sell the brand are also expected to slash prices, with reductions across John Lewis, House of Fraser, ASOS and Selfridges.

From when is Black Friday, what date does Cyber Monday fall on, to Allsaints’ Black Friday discounts, and the overall best Black Friday deals to shop, here is everything you need to know about this year’s sale extravaganza.

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Best live Allsaints deals

  • Hailey Frayed Hem Denim Jeans, £77 (was £129) – buy here
  • Bryony Iona Midi Slip Dress, £49 (was £99) – buy here
  • Hailey Frayed Hem Denim Jeans, £64 (was £129) – buy here
  • Sevenh Cinched Waist Slim Fit Blazer, £220 (was £329) – buy here
  • Dellaware Pointed Leather Western Boots, £124 (was £249) – buy here

When is Black Friday 2024?

There are a few questions on everyone’s lips come the winter season: when is Black Friday, what does it mean and when is Cyber Monday?

Well, I have the answers.

This year, Black Friday falls on November 29, while Cyber Monday falls on December 2.

The annual shopping event always falls the day after Thanksgiving in the US, which is traditionally marked on the fourth Thursday in November.

This means Black Friday is typically on the fourth Friday in November.

However, the calendar falls a little differently this year, and will actually be on the fifth Friday in November.

Though Black Friday is known as an American sale event, in recent years Black Friday has been embraced in the UK, with plenty of brands offering up their best deals in the sale each year.

But, there is more meaning to Black Friday than some may assume.

Is AllSaints taking part in Black Friday this year?

Allsaints has yet to confirm if it will be taking part in this year’s Black Friday sale.

However, AllSaints has a dedicated Black Friday page, and though it is yet to be updated, I take that as a sign it will be launching a Black Friday sale.

This page features a signup box, so I recommend entering your details to ensure you don’t miss any news on Allsaints’ Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale.

The premium brand has taken part in the annual sale event in previous years, with major price drops across both womenswear and menswear including footwear, clothing and accessories.

Because of that, I expect the same in 2024, but I will be updating this page as soon as the sale is announced.

Most retailers tend to launch their Black Friday deals anywhere between a week to a month before the main event, giving shoppers plenty of time to find the lowest prices, and some retailers will even keep up the discounts running after the Cyber weekend.

What to expect from AllSaints’s Black Friday sale 2024

If previous years are anything to go by, shoppers have a lot to look forward to this Black Friday – especially in the AllSaints Black Friday sale.

Last year saw 30% off everything (yes, everything!), making it the perfect time to save on the brand’s timeless premium leather jackets, boots, statement dresses, muted basics and much more.

This year marks Allsaints’ 30th birthday, so I expect even bigger deals and discounts this year.

AllSaints has previously offered a 60-day return policy and 28-day price match on all Black Friday orders – and there’s free delivery on all orders too, which will make your shopping spree all the better.

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What was in the AllSaints sale last year?

Shoppers were spoilt for choice last year, as AllSaints slashed 30% off everything for Black Friday.

You could also save on All Saints products at John Lewis and House of Fraser, as both retailers had up to 30% off, as well.

Everything from leather creations, to cashmere jumpers, womenswear, menswear, footwear and accessories were reduced in its Black Friday sale.

These were some of our top picks from the sale:

  • Maeve Knee High Slip On Leather Boots, £195.30 (Was £279) from AllSaints- buy here
  • Half Moon Leather Crossbody Bag, £111.30 (Was £159) from AllSaints – buy here
  • AllSaints All Half Moon Xbody, £115 (Was £139) from House of Fraser – buy here
  • AllSaints Hadley Dress, £85 (Was £119) from House of Fraser – buy here
  • All Karla Peggy Drs Ld34, £169 (Was £239) – buy here
  • AllSaints Maya Top Womens, £105 (Was £149) – buy here
  • All Gala Jumper, £85 (Was £119) – buy here

When is Cyber Monday 2024 and is AllSaints taking part?

Cyber Monday is always the first Monday after Black Friday, which means it will land on 2 December this year.

Most retailers taking part in Black Friday will likely take part in both events.

Last year, All Saints had sales for both days, as well as across the Cyber Weekend sandwiched in between Black Friday and Cyber Modnay, so I expect to see the same this year.

Cyber Monday is typically an extension of Black Friday, and may see retailers launch flash sales, rather than discounts on new products.

Cyber Monday is hugely populated with last minute reductions on deals advertised throughout the shopping event.

Many shoppers wait until Cyber Monday to bag themselves a last-minute bargain, especially with Christmas so soon after.

However, it is mainly an online-only event, and can mean most of the popular items have been sold, and limited stock or sizes are available.

So, if you have specific items in mind to shop this Black Friday, I would strongly recommend you add to basket the minute the sale hits and not wait until the eleventh hour so not to miss out.

How much does AllSaints’s shipping cost?

AllSaints offers free standard delivery on all orders, as well as free returns.

If you simply need to have your items as soon as possible, next day delivery costs £5.95, while delivery on Saturdays and Sundays costs £9.95.

Visit the Shipping & Tracking page for more information.

Of course, stockists where Allsaints products are also available to shop may have different delivery costs and options.

For example, John Lewis offers a Click and Collect service, so you can get your order delivered to a store near you, or even a Waitrose, so you don’t have to fret about missing the postman.

Does AllSaints offer any other discounts?

Yes, AllSaints offers 10% off full-price styles on your first order when you sign up for the newsletter.

There’s also currently a 15% student discount via Studentbeans.

In the meantime, the AllSaints outlet is a great place to pick up discounted items on clearance.

For more AllSaints discounts, make sure you check out the Sun Vouchers page too.

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When does the AllSaints Black Friday sale start?

Black Friday falls on 29 November this year, but some retailers tend to launch its deals in advance of this day – Allsaints included.

AllSaints has previously begun its sale in the week leading up to Black Friday and Cyber Weekend.

If the premium retailer sticks with tradition this year, it may mean the deals launch earlier in November, rather than at the very end – although of course, this is only speculation.

If you want to avoid disappointment you’ll need to shop fast as the best deals sell out quickly (and are unlikely to be restocked during the sale period).

I will keep you updated as soon as I know more about the dates and finer details, so you can start prepping your basket ready for the shopping extravaganza.

When does AllSaints Black Friday sale end?

Cyber Monday is traditionally the final day to shop any remaining Black Friday deals.

Last year, shoppers were able to shop AllSaints deals in the week leading up to Black Friday, and across the weekend, until Cyber Monday.

I’m hoping for a similar time frame this year, but I will update this page with all the information as soon as I know more – so stay tuned.

Shoppers will also be able to grab AllSaints deals at retailers including John Lewis and Selfridges, both of which may extend deals past the Black Friday weekend.

In some cases, retailers may extend the Cyber Weekend sales long into December, but that remains to be seen.

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How long does AllSaints’ Black Friday sale last?

It’s not uncommon for retailers to launch its Black Friday deals early, to give loyal shoppers the opportunity to browse and shop the sales in advance.

In the last couple of years, Black Friday sales have started earlier and earlier.

Many retailers use the event as a way to get ready for the festive season, or make room for newer items and collections for the next season.

The AllSaints sale hasn’t been announced yet, so how long it will last this year remains to be seen.

However, the duration of the sale will heavily depend on stock, and the individual retailer.

Fear not, I’ll keep you updated every step of the way to make shopping the Black Friday deals a breeze and as stress-free as possible.

More Amazing Black Friday Deals

Best Black Friday Deals 2023

BLACK Friday and Cyber Monday has passed but there are still some bargains to be had! Here are our top picks from the sales:

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  1. Oodie Hooded Blanket, take up to £50 off – buy from Oodie
  2. Simba Mattress: save up to 55% – buy from Simba
  3. Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Refurbished, £167.99 (save £162) buy from eBay
  4. Shop kids toys at 50% off at shopDisney – shop here
  5. Apple AirPods Pro, £199 (lowest price ever) – buy from Amazon
  6. Finish Ultimate Dishwater Tablets, pack of 180, £31 (save £41) + free gift with purchase – buy here
  7. Bosch Tassimo Coffee Machine, from £44.99 (save £105.95) – buy here
  8. L’OR Coffee Machine Bundle, £59 (save £105) buy here
  9. Emma Mattress: up to 65% off w/ code THESUN buy from Emma
  10. Gymshark Elevate Leggings, from £10 with code EXTRA25 buy from Gymshark
  11. Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite, £21.99 (save £13) – buy from Amazon

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Watch SWIMMING EV carry car-load of people across lake as world’s first ‘floating’ motor unveiled at Paris Motor Show

A BRAND new EV that can “swim” has been unveiled to a stunned Paris Motor Show audience.

The Chinese electric vehicle, made by car-making giants BYD, is a plug-in hybrid SUV capable of “swimming” for up to 30 minutes, parking sideways, and making a complete tank-style turn on the spot.

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The Yangwang U8 model, which was first introduced last year in Guangzhou and is currently only sold in China, can undertake these bold manoeuvres thanks to the use of four electric motors – one in each wheel.

Shown off to the French audience for the very first time, the vehicle even comes with a built-in drone that can be found mounted on its roof – which BYD say can be deployed to show the driver what to expect further down the road.

Described by Autocar as a cross between a Land Rover Defender and the Kia EV9’s, the U8 boasts a high-quality cabin, complete with real nappa leather and wood veneers.

But it’s the floating mechanism that’s the real wow-factor, and BYD say this new tech “is not just a gadget,” believing the feature could be lifesaving in an accident involving water or even during a flood.

BYD has been rapidly expanding and is currently the world’s second largest EV brand after Tesla.

The Chinese EV giants entered many European markets back in the summer and hope to really challenge Elon Musk‘s brand.

Their upcoming release of the mid-sized electric SUV known as the Sea Lion 07 – one of three new models launching in the UK next year – could give the Tesla Model Y a run for its money.

Already, the brand has 42 dealerships in the UK – according to data collected by Autotrader – including a newly opened showroom in London’s Canary Wharf.

Vertu Motors, known for their brand Bristol Street Motors, recently opened their very first BYD dealership which will even come with a robot assistant.

Sadly, Yangwang, which is the prestige brand of BYD, has no official plans to sell their cars in Europe just yet, although the firm’s executives are strongly considering it.

The fact that they’re showing the exciting new U8 to UK journalists could certainly be a sign of things to come.

BYD are also set to become Uber’s main motor of choice and will build a fleet of 100,000 EVs for the ride-hailing company within the next few months.

Uber has long been a pioneer of low-emission transport, with the beloved Toyota Prius hybrid the car of choice for its UK workforce.

Now, though, the company will take a leap into the fully-electric age under its new relationship with the Chinese manufacturer.

Elsewhere, Citroen has released a pair of new EVs that feature some clever pothole-proof tech.

The manufacturer has taken pains to address some of the long-running criticisms of electric cars with some handy extras.

Their boosted hydraulic cushioning is said to be able to improve the car’s ride quality and prevent damage from potholes.

That’s particularly useful in the UK market, since road craters are at their highest rate on record.

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You’re storing food in your fridge all wrong and it’s adding to your weekly shop -five tips to help you save cash

AN expert has revealed the foods you should never put in the fridge if you want to prolong their lifespan.

Storing your food correctly could reduce the chance of you being sick, improve the quality of your meals, and help you save money.

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Storing your food in the wrong place could be causing you an unnecessary food bill

Plumbworld, the bathroom and kitchen expert, has highlighted the top five foods which should never be stored in the fridge.

The foods they listed were tomatoes, potatoes, onions, garlic, and bread which should be kept elsewhere to prolong their life-span.

The expert said: “Storing food correctly isn’t just about taste—it can also save you money and prevent waste – the less often you have to replace spoiled items, the more you can stretch your grocery budget.

“Proper storage keeps your food fresher for longer, meaning fewer trips to the supermarket and more value from what you buy.”

Knowing which foods to keep at room temperature could therefore cut your food bill by a huge sum across the year.

For example – if your food was to last two weeks rather than one you could slash your spending by half.

You should also remember that prices will depend where you shop, and food will last different amounts of time based on its quality, country of origin and sell by date.

You should always check the sell by date on your items before you buy so that you’re not disappointed by food that goes off quickly.

It always helps to reach for the items at the back of the shelf as these are usually the most recently stocked and the most fresh.

To learn how to make your cash stretch further, read the expert’s top tips below.

Tomatoes

Plumbworld revealed that tomatoes kept in the fridge can lose their flavour and texture.

This is because cold temperatures stop them from ripening and developing their sweet flavour and causes them to develop a wrinkly texture.

The best way to keep them fresh is by storing them at room temperature and away from sunlight.

You can place them in a cooler spot in your kitchen if they are very ripe, but you should pretty much avoid the fridge at all costs.

Tomatoes can typically last up to two weeks when stored correctly.

A pack of tomatoes usually costs around £1, with six classic round tomatoes selling for 95p in Tesco and a family pack from Aldi costing £1.29.

If you bought tomatoes every week you would spend approximately £52 a year – whereas if you did this every two weeks you’d spend £26.

It also helps not to cut open a tomato unless you plan to use the whole thing, as exposing it to air can cause it to expire quickly.

Plumbworld recommended: “If you’ve got a batch of tomatoes that are almost too ripe, make them into a sauce or soup straight away.”

This will mean you don’t have to throw anything out and provide you with meals for the week.

Potatoes

According to Plumbworld potatoes are best stored in a cool, dark and dry place – like a pantry or cellar.

The expert said this was because: “Storing potatoes in the fridge can cause their starch to turn into sugar more quickly.”

This causes them to develop a dark colour and an overly sweet and gritty texture.

You should also make sure you put them in a breathable bag (such as a paper or mesh) to prevent any moisture building up causing them to sprout.

A bag of potatoes typically lasts one to two months and costs £1.35 for 2KG in Tesco and Sainsbury’s.

But left in the fridge they last only one to two weeks, according to Eatingwell.com.

Onions

Plumbworld warned that onions tend to absorb moisture which means they easily become mushy and mouldy in the fridge.

It said: “To keep onions fresh and crunchy, store them in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.”

The expert also warned not to store them near potatoes as the gases and moisture they release can cause each other to spoil.

Onions stored correctly in a cool dry place typically last two to three months.

And according to Allrecipes.com they can last up to eight months in the freezer.

You can buy 1KG of brown onions from Aldi for 99p and 1KG of red onions for 71p in Lidl.

This makes it a cheap option for your dinners, but doesn’t also mean you shouldn’t also save each week where you can.

Garlic

A garlic can cost as little as 24p in Sainsbury’s and will last up to six months.

However the moist environment of the fridge can cause garlic to sprout, develop mould or become rubbery, according to Plumbworld.

The expert recommended: “The best way to store garlic is in a cool, dark place with good air circulation.

“A dry spot in your pantry or a garlic keeper works well to maintain its flavour and texture for longer.”

A garlic keeper is a pot which allows airflow and provides the perfect conditions for storage.

You can buy one from Dunelm for £8 or Amazon for £9 – which is more expensive than just finding a cool place but can also be a stylish addition to your kitchen.

Bread

Keeping your bread fresh in the fridge might seem like a good idea, but Plumbworld said this isn’t the case.

It said: “The reality is that cold temperatures cause bread to go stale much faster.

“The fridge accelerates the process of starch crystallisation, which dries out the bread and makes it tough and hard.”

Instead the expert recommended storing bread at room temperature in a bread box or a paper bag to maintain its softness.

It also recommended freezing bread if you have more than you can eat within the few days of its life-span.

It said: “The freezer will preserve its freshness without the texture changes caused by refrigeration.”

A bread bin is a useful investments and costs £15 in Tesco – which over the year would save you money on bread waste.

According to the charity Love Food Hate Waste, UK households waste approximately 20 million slices (equivalent to around one million large loaves) of bread every day.

The 'right' way to store food

1. Use Airtight Containers

This helps to prevent exposure to air which can cause your food to go off. A glass container can help to be more hygienic and a sustainable option.

2. Label Everything

By labelling your food it helps to keep track of expiry dates and avoid food waste.

3. Store Like Items Together

This makes it easier to find what you are looking for. Use fridge dividers or reusabale bags to help section your fridge.

4. Use the Fridge and Freezer Wisely

Keep raw meat on the bottom shelf to avoid contamination, and use the freezer for longer-term storage.

5. Rotate Your Stock

Place newer items at the back and bring the older ones forward. This will mean you will be able to notice the foods that need eating first.

Other ways to keep your food fresh for longer

These aren’t the only foods which can be stored efficiently.

Plumbworld also recommended: “To avoid waste, try creating a rotation system for all room-temperature foods.

“Keep newer items behind older ones so you use up what’s ripest first.”

In August The Sun wrote an article on the best ways to store food according to Robert Morris, managing director of food safety consultants, Complete Food Safety.

Salad items (besides tomatoes) should be kept in the drawer at the bottom of your fridge.

Whereas anything which grows in soil is more susceptible to bacteria so should be kept separate from salad ingredients.

Meanwhile it always helps to keep food in its supermarket packaging before you use it to keep it thriving for longer.

And placing certain foods in zip lock bags or wrapping up the end of a cucumber will prevent it from spoiling due to contaminated air.

To learn more tips read the article here.

Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@news.co.uk.

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7 chilling clues in unsolved murder of mum & her 5 young kids in house fire – including mystery cyclist & missing laptop

POLICE have issued a fresh appeal after a mum and her five young children were murdered in a deliberate house fire.

Dr Sabah Usmani, 44, her daughters Hira, 12, and Maheen, three, and sons Sohaib, 11, Muneeb, nine and Rayyan, six, all died in the horror.

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Dad Dr Abdul Shakoor was the only survivor after the blaze ripped through their terraced home in Harlow, Essex.

The family were sleeping at the time on October 15, 2012, with Dr Abdul able to escape from an upstairs window.

Essex Police launched a murder probe named Operation Shakespeare but no one has ever been brought to justice.

They have now released a fresh plea for information 12 years on from the arson attack.

Officers are hoping to shed light on seven key lines of enquiry – including the whereabouts of a missing laptop.

The black Toshiba Satellite was taken from the family home in a burglary but has never been found.

Police say its lead and bag were later recovered near to the scene between Whitewaits and St Michael’s Close.

In a strange twist, the lead had a shaver adaptor plug attached to it that did not belong to the tragic family.

Officers are also hoping to track down a man on a bicycle seen in the area at the time of the fire.

He has been described as white and aged in his late teens/early 20s.

The horror unfolded at around 1.40am as the fire took hold of the downstairs of the terraced property.

A silver Ford Focus was also set alight at the same time close to the house.

Police launched a huge murder probe – with 500 people coming forward with information.

A month after the horror, a person called Harlow police station from a phone box and left a message about the fire but they have never been traced.

That same month, a piece of paper about the fire was left on a shelf in Boots in Harlow.

Police have not revealed what was said in the phonecall or written on the note.

7 chilling clues surrounding horror blaze

ESSEX Police have released these key pieces of information they are trying to solve.

  • A white man aged in his late teens/early 20s on a bicycle seen in the area when the house and car were set alight. It is thought he could be a key witness.
  • The family laptop, a black Toshiba Satellite, which was taken from the house in a burglary. This has not been located. Do you know where the laptop is or was?
  • The laptop was fitted with a two-pin lead because it was bought in Saudi Arabia. The laptop bag and lead were later recovered near to the scene between Whitewaits and St Michael’s Close. Did you see these items being dumped or did you notice any suspicious activity in these areas at the time?
  • Attached to the laptop lead was a shaver adapter plug. This did not belong to the Shakoor family which suggests someone tried to use the plug. Did you have a shaver plug missing from your home at the time?
  • Do you know anything about the silver Ford Focus which was set alight?
  • In November 2012 a person rang Harlow police station from a phone box and left a message about the fire. Are you that person? Please contact us.
  • Also in November 2012 a piece of paper about the murder investigation was left on a shelf in Boots in Harlow. Did you leave that piece of paper?

Detective Chief Inspector Louise Metcalfe, from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate, said: “Dr Shakoor lives with the unimaginable pain of losing his entire family; a wife who he had planned to grow old with; children who he imagined growing up and going on to do great things.

“But that future was taken from him exactly 12 years ago. For 12 years, no one has faced justice for what happened but I remain committed to changing that.”

“I have met with Dr Shakoor and I see his unwavering determination to see someone – or some people – held accountable for his family’s deaths. I am committed to doing all we can to give him that.

“No case is ever closed, and this investigation has been regularly reviewed to identify new lines of enquiry. Securing justice for Dr Shakoor remains our determined aim and I remain very confident the answers to this absolute tragedy lie within the Harlow community.”

Anyone with information can call police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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UK’s ‘most boring beer’ named as pub-goers say they are fed up with same old lagers at boozers

PUB-goers are fed up with seeing the same old lagers at the bar.

Almost half of those polled by Kingfisher Drinks – some 46.9% – identified Carling as the UK’s most “boring beer”.

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Punters have had their say on what they consider to be the most boring beer

Around the same number (46.6%) said Aussie brand Foster’s was a bad call, followed by Stella Artois (35%), Heineken (32.2%) and San Miguel (17.4%).

Kingfisher Drink’s so-called Boring Beer Index was rounded off by Coors (16.3%), Carlsberg (14.5%), Amstel (11.4%), Birra Moretti (11.4%) and Peroni (10.7%).

Italian tipples Moretti and Peroni made the top 10 despite being crowned Britain’s best-selling foreign lagers last month.

When asked what lager they wanted at their local, Jamaican Red Stripe, a favourite among music fans at festivals and gigs, was the number one choice, backed by 29.87% of those polled.

It was followed by Estrella (27.43%), Sagres (23.89%), Budvar (23.23%) and Hofmeister (22.79%).

The survey of 542 UK consumers by Kingfisher Drinks found 25 to 34-year-olds were most likely to look for something new, with 78% bored with the beers at their pub.

Over-65s are most content with what is already on draught, with more than half (53%) reporting they “never” get tired of the choice.

Almost eight in 10 male pub-goers found the selection on tap uninspiring, compared to just six in 10 female drinkers.

More than 88% of respondents will always or sometimes order something new, with 35 to 44-year-olds most adventurous and OAPs least likely to go out on a limb.

Seven in 10 customers said they liked to splash out on “premium” beer brands during a night out.

The report said: “This research confirms that a large number of consumers like to try new beer brands when they are drinking out of home and are happy to trade up to more premium choices.

“This reiterates the importance for pubs to regularly refresh their beer ranges and not just stick with the same old brands on the bar.”

Kingfisher Drink’s survey also looked into what phrases or situations would make them more likely to try a new beer.

The top phrase was “a friend recommended it”, with over 70% of respondents ticking that box in the survey.

Next was “I noticed it at the bar”, with almost six in 10 taking part in the survey saying this would sway them in trying a new tipple.

Just under 56% of respondents said “the bartender recommended it” would lead to them having a try of a new drink.

On the other end of the scale “I saw it on social media“, “I saw someone else in the pub drinking it” and “I saw an advert for it”, were the circumstances least likely to make someone drink a new lager.

Five beers drinkers most want to try

The list of the beers drinkers most want to try, according to Kingfisher Drinks, was:

  1. Red Stripe
  2. Estrella
  3. Sagres
  4. Budvar
  5. Hofmeister

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Where is Daniel Sancho Bronchalo now?

DANIEL Sancho Bronchalo is the son of Spanish movie stars who used to create cookery content on YouTube.

He murdered his boyfriend before dismembering him and discarding the remains at locations including a rubbish dump — here’s what we know about where he is now.

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Daniel Sancho Bronchalo was found guilty of premeditated murder[/caption]

Who is Daniel Sancho Bronchalo?

Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is a 30-year-old Spanish YouTube chef.

He is the son of famous Spanish actors Rodolfo Sancho Aguirre and Silvia Bronchalo.

Daniel Sancho Bronchalo gained international notoriety in 2023 for his involvement in a gruesome murder case in Thailand.

The crime

In July and August 2023, Bronchalo was vacationing on the Thai island of Koh Pha-ngan when he met with Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, a 44-year-old Colombian plastic surgeon.

The two reportedly connected via Instagram a year earlier and had become romantically involved.

Bronchalo is understood to have been quarrelling with Arteaga while they were in the resort to attend one of the notorious Full Moon Parties.

On August 2, 2023, Bronchalo allegedly murdered Arrieta in a hotel room on the island, dismembered his body and disposed of the parts in various locations around the island, both on land and at sea.

The crime came to light when the victim’s remains — including his hips and thighs — were found by locals in Koh Pha Ngnan at a rubbish dump on August 3, 2023.

Trial and verdict

Bronchalo was charged with premeditated murder, concealing a body and destroying documents.

During his trial on the neighbouring island of Koh Samui, Bronchalo claimed that Arrieta had died accidentally during a fight after attempting to sexually assault him.

But prosecutors presented evidence that Bronchalo had purchased items including knives, rubber gloves and cleaning supplies before the murder, suggesting premeditation.

On August 29, 2024, the Koh Samui Provincial Court found Bronchalo guilty of premeditated murder.

I am sorry that a life has been lost and that parents have lost a son

Daniel Sancho BronchaloCourt statement

He was initially sentenced to death, but the court reduced the sentence to life imprisonment due to his cooperation during the trial.

Motive

The motive remains contentious, with conflicting accounts from various sources.

Thai police claim Bronchalo killed Arrieta because he wanted to end their relationship, and that Bronchalo also confessed to planning the murder.

Deputy police chief Surachate Hakparn stated: “Daniel has confessed that he killed Edwin because he wanted to break up and Edwin didn’t want that.”

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Edwin Arrieta Arteaga was killed by his boyfriend[/caption]

However, Bronchalo and his legal team deny this version of events, maintaining that the YouTube chef acted in self-defence.

They contend Arrieta allegedly attempted to sexually assault Bronchalo, which led to a fight where Arrieta accidentally fell and hit his head.

Public interest and family reaction

The case received significant media attention, particularly in Spain, due to Bronchalo’s family background.

His father Rodolfo Sancho Bronchalo is a well-known actor in Spain, having starred in popular television series El Ministerio del Tiempo (The Ministry of Time).

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Body parts of Edwin Arrieta Arteaga were found in a rubbish dump on the island of Koh Pha Ngnan[/caption]

Bronchalo’s defence team expressed surprise at the life sentence, with his lawyer, Carmen Balfagon, saying: “We didn’t expect it [the life sentence], but we must accept what Thai justice has said, we have to respect it.”

In his closing statement Bronchalo told the court: “I am sorry that a life has been lost and that parents have lost a son.”

Where he is now

As of October 2024, Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is serving a life sentence in a Thai prison.

He is currently incarcerated in Surat Thani prison, where he was transferred a few hours after being sentenced to life imprisonment.

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Spanish actor Rodolfo Sancho Aguirre leaving court after his son was handed a life sentence[/caption]

He had spent the previous twelve months in provisional detention at Koh Samui prison.

Surat Thani prison is located in the south of Thailand on the Malawa peninsula.

In addition to the life sentence, he was ordered to pay approximately 160,000 Canadian dollars (£89,230 or 4.4 million Thai baht) in compensation to Arrieta’s family.

Under certain conditions, Bronchalo may be eligible to request repatriation to serve the remainder of his sentence in Spain after several years in Thai prison, as per an agreement reached between Thailand and Spain.

However, this process is not immediate or guaranteed.

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