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Yahoo
18-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Anniversary Flowers: What to Give at One, Five, or Ten Years and Beyond
Anniversary Flowers: What to Give at One, Five, or Ten Years and Beyond originally appeared on Dengarden. You're probably familiar with the traditional wedding anniversary gifts — first anniversary for paper, all the way to 25th for silver, etc. — but did you know that each year has a designated flower as well? So if you didn't order that hand-engraved wood cutting board with your monogram (fifth anniversary) six weeks ago, a trip to the florist will suffice for a thoughtful and powerfully symbolic token of your devotion. We've rounded up all of the anniversary flowers, their symbolism, and how to create the perfect arrangement. Happy anniversary! 1st Anniversary: Carnation Charlotte York may consider them filler flowers, but carnations symbolize a range of emotions from love to fascination and distinction. Their delicate beauty is in perfect step with the passion and admiration seen in new love. If you want to further personalize your bouquet, consider the meaning behind different colors: Dark red symbolizes deep love, a lighter red shows admiration, pink is for gratitude, and white signifies purity and good luck. 2nd Anniversary: Cosmos Cosmos flowers are known for their flat, symmetrical petals and consistent growth pattern. It is this perfection that inspired its name, reflecting the flora's harmony with the universe. They also represent peace and tranquility, and in the Victorian Era, joy in relationships. The perfect harmony of the cosmos shows how couples fall into step with one another by their second year. For colors, red cosmos represent love and passion, and white recognizes faithfulness. 3rd Anniversary: Sunflower As their sunny name suggests, sunflowers represent happiness, positivity, and loyalty. Their sturdy stems represent the strength and resilience that gets married couples to their third year. In some cultures, sunflowers are also associated with good luck and abundance — which never hurts in a marriage. 4th Anniversary: Geranium or Hydrangea While the romance is still going strong by year four, marriage has grown into an unbreakable friendship. Geraniums are known to symbolize friendship, happiness, and good health. Red blooms, in particular, represent deep love, passion, and romantic feelings. The fourth year has a second option, as well, in the hydrangea, which represents heartfelt emotions, understanding, and quiet gratitude. This delves deeper into the varying colors. Pink represents love, blue for deep understanding and sincerity, white for purity and abundance, and purple for gratitude. 5th Anniversary: Daisy Congratulations on celebrating half of a decade! The daisy recognizes the camaraderie and friendship that comes with a true partnership. They also represent cheerfulness and joy, and if you're in need of a change in pace, new beginnings. 6th Anniversary: Calla Lily Known for their sculptural form, Calla Lilies represent beauty and luxury, so they are best paired with a special gift like a sophisticated piece of jewelry. They also symbolize faithfulness and marital bliss, the perfect themes to mark six years. Most commonly white, they signify purity, but other colors offer themes like joy/gratitude (yellow), admiration (pink), and intense passion (red). 7th Anniversary: Freesia A popular wedding flower, freesias are the perfect ornate bloom to celebrate seven years. The antithesis of the 'seven year itch,' these fragrant and delicate florals represent friendship, trust, and thoughtfulness. 8th Anniversary: Clematis or Lilac Known for their fragrant purple petals, lilacs bring a touch of nostalgia that reminds couples how their love began and how far it has come. Another option for year eight, clematis flowers symbolize affection, love, beauty, elegance, transformation, and spiritual growth. Combine the two for a powerful purple arrangement that celebrates how much your relationship has grown and solidified in eight years. 9th Anniversary: Bird of Paradise The exotic bird of paradise flower symbolizes a vibrant, dynamic relationship, still alive with adventure and happiness after nearly a decade. As its name suggests, the flower signifies joy, paradise, and freedom. 10th Anniversary: Daffodil For couples celebrating a full decade together, the daffodil symbolizes the hope and resilience of early spring. Acknowledge 10 years of love with this symbol of strength and the promise of continued renewal. 11th Anniversary: Morning Glory Representing the beauty of each new dawn, the morning glory and its hardy vine are the perfect symbol for a new decade of partnership. It symbolizes love and affection, new beginnings, and seizing the moment. 12th Anniversary: Peony These full spring flowers are as abundant as their petals, representing romance, prosperity, and good fortune. This popular bridal bouquet flower is frequently associated with love and marriage, the perfect choice for a dozen years together. 13th Anniversary: Chrysanthemum A fall favorite, mums are often associated with joy, optimism, and longevity. Gift them in a bouquet or as a potted flower that can be planted, cultivated, and return each year to symbolize your unbreakable union. 14th Anniversary: Dahlia Colorful, happy, and synonymous with spring, the dahlia symbolizes elegance, inner strength, creativity, and positive change. They are often associated with a lasting romantic bond. Show your commitment with a colorful bouquet that represents the diverse fabric of your lives together. 15th Anniversary: Rose For 15 years, enter the rose, the quintessential flower of romance. Symbolizing passion, enduring love, and commitment, roses celebrate this milestone with elegance and emotional richness. Opt for red (love and passion) or pink (admiration and appreciation) or both, to express your devotion. 20th Anniversary: Aster After two decades, these star-shaped blooms celebrate a love that has endured the test of time, shining with dedication and mature love. Asters symbolize wisdom, faith, and love, the perfect companion to the traditional gift of China. 25th Anniversary: Iris Symbolizing admiration, royalty and valor, the iris offers a powerful, regal connotation to mark a quarter of a century. These long-lasting couples have officially established their kingdoms, representing a relationship of courage, respect, and deep love. 30th Anniversary: Lily The lily's refined beauty is the perfect symbol for the grace and resilience developed in a marriage that has weathered many seasons. Choose a mix of white (purity and innocence), red (love and passion), and pink (admiration and abundance). 40th Anniversary: Gladiolus At 40 years, couples have truly weathered every challenge. Named after the Latin word for sword, gladioli reflect a love that is strong, noble, and full of lasting devotion. 50th Anniversary: Yellow Rose and Violet For half a century, it is only fitting that this milestone has two flowers: the yellow rose and violet. Together, these blooms symbolize the perfect balance of passion and partnership, with yellow roses representing joy and friendship and violets signifying humility and Flowers: What to Give at One, Five, or Ten Years and Beyond first appeared on Dengarden on Jul 18, 2025 This story was originally reported by Dengarden on Jul 18, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
The Sun
10-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Nestle confirms it's axed breakfast staple from all UK supermarket shelves as shoppers sob ‘life isn't the same'
NESTLE has confirmed it axed a breakfast staple from all UK supermarkets, leaving shoppers heartbroken. The chocolate to coffee maker has confirmed Clusters are no longer available on shelves. The morning meal - made with whole grain flakes and toasted almonds - was a staple in British supermarkets for years but was axed over a decade. However many shoppers are unaware the snack is no longer available in stores and wondered if it would make a return. One curious customers took to X, to plead with Nestle to bring the product back. They said: "I woke up this morning and the only thing I want is a bowl of Clusters. Please bring them back. "Life just hasn't been the same since they went away." Nestle responded and confirmed the cereal was no more, crushing dreams the product might make a return soon. The company said: "We're sorry to have to give you disappointing news, but unfortunately, Clusters has been discontinued from our range." It will come as a blow to customers who in the past described it as a "glorious cereal". While another said: "Nestle clusters was the only cereal I could eat. I used to buy upto a dozen boxes. There's nothing out there I can eat." And a third upset shopper said: "Please bring nestle clusters back! I'll buy them in bulk I promise." Kellogg's discontinues breakfast cereal It is not the first time Nestle has axed a product that customers love. Last December it told customers it would no longer sell Carnation Vegan Condensed Milk Alternative. The substitute for its original dairy version was made with oats and rice and was used for baking sweet treats that were plant-based. It was launched by the chocolate-to-coffee maker back in 2020 and was sold in supermarkets such as Asda and retailed for around £2.50. Last October, shoppers were left distraught after learning the company had stopped making Smarties Buttons. The treat comprised a tasty combination of milk chocolate buttons with crunchy bits, but maker Nestle said it now wants to focus on its core Smarties products. The product was unveiled in 2020 as a 'reimagined' treat for choc-lovers with 'special memories' of Smarties. Nestle also said last summer it was no longer making Cheerios Vanilla O's, leading to heartbreak. MORE DISCONTINUED CEREAL It is not uncommon for popular cereals to disappear from shelves. Kellogg's said last month it would no longer be making chocolate Cornflake s after a product recall. Two years ago shoppers were also horrified to learn the cereal giant had axed Frosties from its multi pack boxes as it contained too much sugar. And it's not only Kellogg's which has pulled the trigger on a number of popular morning foods. Weetabix confirmed earlier this month that Alpen cereal bars have now permanently disappeared from supermarket shelves. Tesco left shoppers heartbroken when it confirmed it was no longer making its own-brand apricot wheats. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Record
Three ingredient, no churn ice-cream is easy sunshine treat
The ice-cream promises to be a big hit with all the family As the good weather shows no sign of ending, many families will be enjoying an after dinner ice-lolly or ice-cream to help cool them down after a long day in the sunshine. It's the perfect time of year to treat yourself to something sweet, but having to constantly nip to the supermarket to restock your frozen goodies can be time-consuming. To save you both time and money, you could try whipping up your own no-churn ice cream at home, which could be a tad healthier than the store-bought varieties. Making your own ice cream doesn't need to be a long and laborious task, it can actually be a simple job with a great result. Carnation's delightful recipe requires just three ingredients, with creators claiming it's so easy to make you could almost do it with your eyes closed. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Ingredients 600ml carton whipping cream 200g Carnation Condensed Milk 1tbsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract You will also need: 900g loaf tin or similar to store the ice cream Method Beat the cream to soft peaks then add the condensed milk and vanilla and beat again to soft peaks. If you're adding extra flavouring to your ice cream, now is the time to do it! We like to add cocoa powder for a delicious chocolate ice cream, or mix through berry coulis for a raspberry ripple. Pour the ice cream into a freezable container. Freeze until solid (about 3-4 hours or overnight). Extra tip Don't shy away from the amount of vanilla - for best results look out for vanilla bean paste as it will make the final ice cream taste like all the premium tubs in the supermarket. A Carnation spokesperson said: "We adore this ice cream recipe - so easy you could almost make it with your eyes shut! So creamy, smooth and undeniably delicious... no stabilisers, preservatives or anything weird.. try it this week you won't regret it!" Shoppers were quick to comment on the straight-forward recipe. One person wrote: "WoW!! So delicious and easy! As I just moved and have no kitchen utensils, no whisk, blender, I wasn't expecting miracles. I used a jar and lid to shake the cream and condensed milk, added salted peanuts and chocolate raisins. Amazing. Really." Another added: "Simple, quick and easy to make. Delicious. Serve in a cone on its own, or with fresh fruit. Great with a banana, toasted walnuts and drizzle of maple syrup Just like ice cream should taste." Another agreed, saying: "I make this ice cream regularly and I really enjoy it. It is very easy to make just put everything in the bowl and beat it , worth the time to make as it tastes delicious." One person said they tweaked Carnation's recipe and were delighted with the result. They said: "So, I thought I had a can of condensed milk in the cupboard. "Turned out it was Nestle caramel. Still, I had a go at making salted caramel ice cream. Boy did it work out well. Family loved it."
NDTV
12-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Modern Warfare: Facing Russian Drone Problem, Ukraine's Underground Solution
As thousands of explosive-laden drones scour both sides of the front in Russia's 39-month-long war on Ukraine, armoured vehicle and their crews are being moved underground. To keep them safe and the artillery operational. A new video shows a Ukrainian artillery crew taking cover in a muddy dugout along the more than 1,130-km-long front line. The clip features a 2s1 "Gvozdika" (Carnation) 122mm self-propelled gun in a shelter so deep it struggles to climb out for a fire mission. The entrance is temporarily cleared of strong anti-first-person-view (FPV) drone netting. A Ukrainian 2S1 "Gvozdika" (Carnation) 122mm self propelled gun has a dugout so deep it struggles to get out for a fire mission. It is great to see the strong anti-FPV protective netting temporarily pulled aside at the entrance. — Roy???????? (@GrandpaRoy2) May 7, 2025 The four-man team operates the 18-tonne howitzer from deep underground in a hideout dug using heavy machinery. Logs reinforce the shelter, while a thick net protects against Russian drones. Similar images released by Ukraine's 36th Marine Brigade near Russia's Kursk Oblast suggest more artillery units are now adopting such underground defences. In a dugout of Ukrainian gunners. These Mykolaiv Marines operate a 2S1 Gvozdika 'Carnation' 122mm self propelled howitzer. 1/2 — Roy???????? (@GrandpaRoy2) April 3, 2024 Ukraine is using nearly two million FPV drones every month. The FPVs are small, fast, and dangerous machines that can cause serious damage. Russia is using a similar number. These drones are controlled either by wireless signals or fibre-optic cables from several km away. Although FPV drones pose a serious threat, they are not infallible. Wireless-controlled models can be jammed, and fibre-optic variants leave behind a visible trail that could expose their operators. Still, the most reliable defence may be physical barriers like armour, mesh, or even dirt. Dirt, in fact, provides such effective protection that more vehicle crews are transforming into what one observer called "subterranean creatures." But this isn't easy. Digging these hideouts demands excavators and skilled operators. Several Ukrainian units have begun crowdfunding for excavation equipment. Last year, Ukraine began developing AI-powered drones to fight back against Russia's growing use of signal jamming. Traditional FPV drones became less effective, with hit rates for new pilots dropping to just 10 per cent. To fix this, Ukrainian tech firms built smarter drones that use AI to spot targets and complete missions even without a live signal. One startup, Swarmer, created software called Styx that helps groups of drones fly and strike together without much human control. These AI drones are now hitting targets with up to 80 per cent accuracy. The next goal is to cut costs.
Khaleej Times
20-03-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Al Mal Capital REIT announces Dh20.55 million final dividend for the financial year 2024
Al Mal Capital REIT (AMCREIT), the first REIT listed on DFM, regulated by the Securities and Commodities Authority, and managed by Al Mal Capital PSC, a subsidiary of Dubai Investments, has announced the final dividend for financial year 2024 amounting to Dh20,555,595 (as against Dh15,416,697 for six months ended 30 June 2024). The final dividend of Dh4.00 fils per unit is a milestone distribution, as it is on the enhanced unitholders' capital of Dh513,889,872 raised through a rights issue in April 2024. The final dividend of Dh4.00 fils per unit combined with the interim dividend of Dh3.0 fils per unit paid in August 2024 has ensured that AMCREIT continues with its commitment of target annualized yield of 7.0 per cent to the unitholders. AMCREIT will pay the interim dividend to the unit holders with the entitlement date set for March 27, 2025. AMCREIT delivered yet another strong financial performance for year ended 31 December 2024. In line with its strategy of growing its portfolio in the mandated sector of Education, AMCREIT completed the acquisition of Carnation Education LLC ('Carnation'), thus enhancing its overall investment portfolio. The balance sheet of AMCREIT surpassed Dh1 billion in 2024 with the investment properties valued at Dh993 million (as against Dh578 million as of 31 December 2023). With the acquisition of Carnation (owner of Kent College Dubai), AMCREIT's net property income touched Dh65.6 million for the full year 2024, which represented an increase of c. 47 per cent over the corresponding period of twelve months ended 31 December 2023. The total comprehensive income for the full year 2024 was Dh61.9 million, an increase of c.80 per cent vis-à-vis the previous financial year 2023. AMCREIT's core focus in growing its portfolio in the mandated sectors supports its vision of providing its investors access to an asset class with strong fundamentals and sustained growth. AMCREIT's investment properties neared c. Dh1 billion, a significant milestone given the first acquisition was completed towards the end of financial year 2021. The REIT's portfolio comprises five school campuses including two in Ajman (operated by Al Shola Group), two in Sharjah (operated by GEMS Education) and one in Dubai (operated by Aldar Education). Naser Al Nabulsi, Vice Chairman and CEO of Al Mal Capital PSC said: 'AMCREIT has delivered yet another solid performance in 2024. The year witnessed key successes including enhancement of the capital base with new investor participation, acquisition of another K-12 school taking the overall assets to five school campuses and the continued dividend distribution to the unitholders. AMCREIT believes in sustainable value creation to its unitholders and in line with this, the final dividend distribution of Dh4 fils per unit reiterates the commitment to deliver the target annualized yield of 7.0 per cent for 2024.
