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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Bailey's launches new ‘indulgent' flavour in UK with a twist – but it's only available at 250 supermarkets
New research shows that there is a strong demand for elevated snacking formats CHEERS TO THAT! Bailey's launches new 'indulgent' flavour in UK with a twist – but it's only available at 250 supermarkets BAILEYS fans are in for a treat as the Irish cream brand unveils a brand new 'indulgent' flavour - but there's a twist. The boozy favourite has launched two nut-based treats – and it's only available at 250 UK supermarkets. 1 The blended roasted nuts with smooth milk chocolate is infused with the iconic Baileys flavour Credit: Sainsburys The two new additions are the Baileys Chocolate Peanuts & Cashews and Baileys Chocolate Almonds. The blended roasted nuts with smooth milk chocolate is infused with the iconic Baileys flavour - offering a premium twist on everyday snacking. New research shows that there is a strong demand for elevated snacking formats. According to the brand, the UK nuts market is forecast to grow by 1.5% in volume by 2026. Brand manager at Baileys Chocolate, Ethan Duffy said: "These products are all about offering something a bit more indulgent for everyday moments. "Making them more widely available with the Sainsbury's listing is a great step forward as we continue to grow the range and reach more shoppers." Shoppers can find the Baileys dupe in Aldi's stores - with brand new flavours just in time for summer. Fans are eager to try their new Ballycastle Birthday Cake Country Cream. This sweet drink is packed with strawberry and vanilla flavours with a hint of sponge cake sweetness. While the Ballycastle's new Strawberries & Cream Country Cream blends smooth cream with sweet strawberry flavours - described as a 'guaranteed crowd-pleaser'. Can £24.99 Aldi hot chocolate maker lick bestselling Hot Chocolat Velvetiser And the Ballycastle's new Cookie Dough Ice Cream Country Cream is sure to catch the eye of Baileys fans. The alcoholic beverage is packed with buttery biscuit, chocolate, and vanilla flavours, finished with a touch of salt for a balanced taste. The discount supermarket's dupe is nearly £15 cheaper than Tesco's Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur Bottle - scanning at the tills for £22.25. It comes after Aldi shoppers rushed to their local branch to snap up a brand new Baileys duplicate that's a whopping 50 per cent cheaper than the real thing.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Bailey's launches new ‘indulgent' flavour in UK with a twist – but it's only available at 250 supermarkets
BAILEYS fans are in for a treat as the Irish cream brand unveils a brand new 'indulgent' flavour - but there's a twist. The boozy favourite has launched two nut-based treats – and it's only available at 250 UK supermarkets. The two new additions are the Baileys Chocolate Peanuts & Cashews and Baileys Chocolate Almonds. The blended roasted nuts with smooth milk chocolate is infused with the iconic Baileys flavour - offering a premium twist on everyday snacking. New research shows that there is a strong demand for elevated snacking formats. According to the brand, the UK nuts market is forecast to grow by 1.5% in volume by 2026. Brand manager at Baileys Chocolate, Ethan Duffy said: "These products are all about offering something a bit more indulgent for everyday moments. "Making them more widely available with the Sainsbury's listing is a great step forward as we continue to grow the range and reach more shoppers." Shoppers can find the Baileys dupe in Aldi's stores - with brand new flavours just in time for summer. Fans are eager to try their new Ballycastle Birthday Cake Country Cream. This sweet drink is packed with strawberry and vanilla flavours with a hint of sponge cake sweetness. While the Ballycastle's new Strawberries & Cream Country Cream blends smooth cream with sweet strawberry flavours - described as a 'guaranteed crowd-pleaser'. Can £24.99 Aldi hot chocolate maker lick bestselling Hot Chocolat Velvetiser And the Ballycastle's new Cookie Dough Ice Cream Country Cream is sure to catch the eye of Baileys fans. The alcoholic beverage is packed with buttery biscuit, chocolate, and vanilla flavours, finished with a touch of salt for a balanced taste. The discount supermarket's dupe is nearly £15 cheaper than Tesco's Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur Bottle - scanning at the tills for £22.25. It comes after Aldi shoppers rushed to their local branch to snap up a brand new Baileys duplicate that's a whopping 50 per cent cheaper than the real thing. Aldi's Baileys dupes over the years Ballycastle Stout Flavour Country Cream: Aldi launched a Guinness inspired Irish cream earlier this year, just in time for St Patrick's Day this month. It boasted a "luxuriously smooth, creamy texture with prominent malt notes balanced by the subtle sweetness of Irish cream", the retailer revealed. The retailer added: "It's a sophisticated sip that's perfect for after-dinner indulgence or mixing into a celebratory cocktail." Ballycastle Country Cream: A direct duplicate of the classic Baileys flavour, this drink has seen its price drop to as low as just £4.49 a bottle in the past. The drink describes itself as an "elegant, Irish tipple" and promises its drinkers a rich, chocolate and vanilla creaminess. With "toffee undertones", the sweet finish derives from the aptly-named Golden Vale region in Ireland. Ballycastle Chocolate Crème: This delectable alcoholic drink was inspired by the much-loved Cadbury Creme Eggs treat. The drink is described as "a deliciously smooth, Irish Cream blend with delicate hints of chocolate and sweet vanilla." Specially Selected Luxury Edition, Irish Cream Liqueur: King of the big-brand dupes, Aldi does a great job at an alcoholic imitation of the most well-known name in Irish Cream, with this caramel-like, creamy tipple, getting the balance of booze with rich cream and flavour just right. It's almost there as a comparison in the glass, just let down by a little oiliness on the finish. Ballycastle S'mores Country Cream: Launched in time for Christmas last year, this funky drink combined rich chocolate and biscuit flavours with hints of vanilla and fluffy marshmallow. Aldi added: "This nostalgic tipple is guaranteed to ignite shoppers' tastebuds – just simply enjoy neat over ice or enjoy as part of an indulgent s'mores-tail."
BBC News
5 days ago
- Politics
- BBC News
Qatar: Teacher saw missiles 'explode in sky' as Iran targets US Qatari base
A County Antrim man, who is teaching in in Qatar, has described his shock as he sat in his apartment in Doha and felt his windows rattle after Iran launched missiles at a US military said the attack was in retaliation for American strikes against its nuclear sites over the Donaghy, who is originally from Ballycastle, said he was "sitting watching the TV, then all of a sudden there were three loud bangs and the windows started to rattle".He then went to the street to see what was happening and said "you could see the intercepting missiles being shot up into the sky". 'You could feel the explosions' "And some of them actually hitting and exploding in the sky – so there was a lot happening and a lot going on," he told BBC News NI."You could feel the explosions and you could actually then smell a really different type of smell as well."Iranian missiles targeted the largest US military base in the Middle East, Al Udeid Air 8,000 US citizens are based there, according to the State Department, and it is home to the US military's headquarters for all its air operations in the region. Some British military personnel also serve at the base on Qatari government said no one had been killed or injured in the attack, and that the base had been evacuated is unclear on Monday evening whether any of the missiles hit the base, or if there has been material Donaghy said he was surprised the attack had happened "so early on in the evening time"."I am just in my apartment at the moment, I know the American and British governments have said for everybody to take shelter, but really take shelter is a stay at home order, so that's what most people are actually doing," he added."Whenever you look out the window, life does seem to be going on as normal, but whenever it [the attack] was actually happening, there were people running out of their houses looking up at the sky, wondering what was going on." Irish government advice Mr Donaghy said he was in Qatar on an Irish passport, and was in "limbo" as to what would happen next."I know that nobody has been asked to evacuate yet, so people are waiting to see what the advice is going to be from the various governments," he a statement on Monday evening, the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said it is "advising all Irish citizens in Qatar to exercise caution, monitor local and international media, follow the advice of local authorities, and observe any additional security measures imposed during this time, including any orders to shelter in place"."With airport disruptions anticipated in both Qatar and the UAE, Irish citizens are advised to contact their airline for updates prior to travel."Irish citizens in need of assistance should contact the Irish Embassy in Abu Dhabi at +971 495 8200 or call the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade at +353 1 408 2527."The department added that in "light of the current situation, Irish citizens in the region are encouraged to register on our citizens registration".It also said it had updated its travel advice for attack was first confirmed by Iranian state media, and later by the military.A statement from the IRGC, the most powerful branch of the Iranian military, said that "Iran will not leave any attack on its sovereignty unanswered", and added: "US bases in the region are not strengths but vulnerabilities."The US had previously warned Iran not to respond to its strikes on nuclear facilities and urged leaders in Tehran to agree to a diplomatic end to hostilities in the region.
The Independent
21-06-2025
- The Independent
Simon Calder's top 11 UK beaches to head to for summer sun
After months of rain and miserable weather, it's finally here: the Great British heatwave. With reports that temperatures could reach as high as 33C, it's all systems go to make the most of the sun, and what better way to do that than by visiting one of the many beaches we Brits have been blessed with? With nearly 8,000 miles of coastline (some estimates even say 11,000), there are many places to enjoy the heat in peace and quiet – so no need to squeeze yourself into a sun lounger on Brighton beach... From picturesque shores along the Scottish coast to vibrant spots stretching from Durham to Scilly, these are some of best areas to pay a visit. So don that sun hat, fire up the disposable BBQ and slap on that sun screen: it's time to hit the beach. To be alone and at one with the elements, aim for the beach at Luskentyre on the Isle of Harris. The outer shore of the Outer Hebrides is the raw edge of Britain, where the soundtrack rumbles with the weary roar of an ocean at the end of a 3,000-mile journey. You'll find turquoise water of implausible clarity and ice-white sand, sculpted into unworldly shapes by the west wind. Ballycastle, County Antrim This is a broad beach with a view. The hills of County Antrim subside into the sea, and beyond the tumbling cliffs, through the mist, stands the Mull of Kintyre, that bulky punctuation at the end of Scotland's Argyll Peninsula. And at the end of the day, if you wish, you can sail across to Campbeltown on the 4.30pm ferry – watching Northern Ireland retreat in your wake. St Agnes, Scilly I count this fickle stretch of sand as the southernmost in Britain – and given the difficulty in reaching this corner of the kingdom, you can expect to enjoy the place in relative solitude. If you don't have your own yacht, take a boat from Penzance or a plane from one of several southwest airports to St Mary's – then a local boat across to St Agnes. Paignton, Devon The morning sun brings Torbay to life, with Paignton shining brightest. A traditional resort with the benefit of an interesting hinterland: fishing-village Brixham to the south, post-Fawlty Torquay to the north, and the gorgeous River Dart just southwest. Ryde, Isle of Wight Two retro transport options earn the otherwise unremarkable beach at Ryde its place: Britain's last surviving hovercraft roars off to Southsea several times an hour, while an ancient former Tube train rattles down the pier, the opposite end of the railway spectrum from the Trans-Siberian. Rhossili, Gower Peninsula The Welsh mainland has a ridiculous number of excellent beaches, but this is my favourite: the sweep of sand that bookends the Gower Peninsula, with a wild, western aspect that makes it ideal at the end of a warm summer afternoon. Aldeburgh Bay, Suffolk For sheer diversity, head to England's easternmost county. On the 'Suffolk Heritage Coast' between Aldeburgh and Southwold, you find rich flora and birdlife; the Sizewell B nuclear plant; the artists' colony of Walberswick; Alain de Botton's 'balancing barn', a short way inland; and miles and miles of beaches that face the dawn. Blackpool, Lancashire For many of us, the beach is just an excuse for a collection of indulgences – and Blackpool vies with Brighton for the crown of Britain's most hedonistic resort. The Lancashire town wins thanks to having proper sand, not shingle, as well as the Tower and the Pleasure Beach. Seaham, County Durham Lord Byron married Annabella Milbanke at Seaham Hall two centuries ago, and the cliff-top residence is now an elegant spa hotel. In the intervening years, Seaham was the heart of the coal industry, with shafts extending deep beneath the North Sea and a hinterland desecrated by development. Now, nature is reclaiming the shore. Knoydart, Scotland Want a sweep of shoreline to yourself? Find your way on foot or by sea to the Knoydart Peninsula, Britain's last great wilderness. Western Scotland has more appealing sands (notably in the Outer Hebrides), but while Knoydart is part of the mainland, it offers even more isolation. Tynemouth The name describes the location: where the river through Newcastle reaches the North Sea. The setting is spectacular, with a rugged, crumbling castle marking the end of a handsome town with great places to eat. None is more rewarding than Riley's Fish Shack, down on the sand with deckchair dining. The beach curves gracefully north, inviting a swim regardless of the chilly North Sea.
Metro
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Aldi's supermarket sweep is back — giving you the chance to nab free shopping
Do you remember Supermarket Sweep, the iconic TV show that saw shoppers sprinting around trying to fit as many prizes into their trolley as possible? Well, if you've ever wanted to give it a go yourself, Aldi is going to let several people do just that. The budget retailer has brought back its popular Supermarket Sweep challenge, which gives customers a five-minute trolley dash around one of the stores. The challenge was first launched in 2016 and sees one lucky customer given the chance to fill up their trolley. And not only do you get to keep everything you grab completely free of charge – you'll also be helping charity, as Aldi donates the cash equivalents of the purchases to CHAS (Children's Hospices Across Scotland). There is a slight catch though… the Supermarket Sweep is run by Aldi Scotland and thus only happens in Scottish stores. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video According to the Aldi Scotland website, there are sweeps coming up in June, July and August, with applications open for a few of them right now. The next one will be taking place at the Gushetfaulds Street store in Glasgow, with people able to apply until June 22. After that, the challenge will be running in Motherwell, Kilmarnock and Ruthvenfield Road in Perth. To get involved, you can apply in-store or by emailing supermarketsweep@ but there are a few rules to follow. The first is that you have to be 18 or over to take part and the second is that if you are selected for the challenge, all alcohol is excluded from the sweep. So no sneaking a bottle of Ballycastle into the trolley. A Reddit user recently held an Ask Me Anything session online after claiming to take part in a recent Supermarket Sweep. They said: 'The main rules were: you only get five minutes, no alcohol, only two of any item and only one item from the Middle Aisle. I got £767 worth of items.' The user, known as u/Flaky-Walrus7244, went on to explain that the sweep took place in an empty supermarket after the store had closed, so there were no other shoppers around. 'It was a very surreal and a bizarre experience, but so much fun,' they shared. They claimed that they had made a very organised plan to work out what to grab before the sweep, but in the moment it all 'went out the window'. 'I went there beforehand, took pictures, made a chart… I got really organised. But then when the actual event started all my planning went out the window and I just grabbed stuff semi-randomly.' More Trending They continued to say: 'I was encouraged to get as much high value stuff as I could, because it meant more money for the charity. The timing was excellent in that they had a bunch of luxury meats like whole salmon, lamb legs, prime rib, etc. 'My favourite item was a big double air fryer. I'm still trying to figure out exactly how it works though.' And by the end, they'd filled up several trolleys, not just one. View More » 'There were extra empty trolleys around the shop, so when I filled one up, I just left it and grabbed another,' the shopper added. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: Full list of UK locations where Aldi plans to open new stores MORE: Discontinued Marmite product dubbed 'food of the gods' finally returns to supermarkets MORE: Scottish council apologises after school was accused of sectarianism for flying Union Flag Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
