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Spectator
7 days ago
- Business
- Spectator
Life is good in Starmerland. It's a shame about Britain
It was clearly hot in the House of Commons today. The Lib Dem benches were a sea of pastel colours, light pinks and summer suits. They looked like the LGBTQIA+ sub-committee of the Friends of Glyndebourne. Which, in many ways, they are. Rachel Reeves, in contrast, was wearing severe black, as if she were going to a funeral. Presumably for the economy. Members on the Labour backbenches fanned themselves with order papers and squirmed. Given that these are people who give the impression that they are kept in tanks needing only a coco fibre brick, a heat lamp and the odd handful of dried locusts to keep them going, then it must have been warm. A generous explanation of the fever dream which Sir Keir inflicted on the House in his answers at Prime Minister's Questions would be that the heat had gone to his head. Sadly, however, the picture painted by the PM – of an unrecognisable nation – is consistent with the government's constant and singular inability to realise just how much trouble Britain is in, and just how much its people now hate them. Sometimes I wonder which country the Prime Minister thinks he is leading – Lilliput? Barataria? Oz? Certainly, it isn't Britain, but rather a Utopia that exists exclusively in his head. In Starmerland, working people are finally able to prosper due to the generous rise in National Insurance placed upon them, businesses are confident, public services are thriving and immigration is a side issue that barely needs to be mentioned. The Leader of the Opposition tried to drag the PM into reality, quoting rises in unemployment and inflation as well as drops in market confidence. How, she asked, were they going to go back to their constituents and explain what a complete hash they'd made of things? Sir Keir actually took this as a spur for confidence. He was looking forward to placating a country poorer and angrier than it's been in generations with some extra NHS appointment slots, thank you very much. He tried to rouse some cheers from his backbenchers with limited success. Behind him, the bug tank looked glum. Some of them weren't looking forward to a summer with the electorate at all. From the Tory backbenchers came a cricketing theme: Sir Desmond Swayne's MCC tie shone almost as brightly as his eyes as he directed a furious question about prosecutions of veterans to the PM. Lincoln Jopp asked Sir Keir if he would take some inspiration from the England cricket team and deploy 'more pace, less spin'. The Prime Minister, who does not strike me as someone you'd want even doing the scoring at a cricket match, did not find it funny. 'He needs a break', oinked the PM. Then the full horror dawned on me: these people would now be at large. Imagine, feeling into the chest freezer to grab a Cornetto and finding Kim Leadbeater taking her annual cryogenic death rest amongst the Soleros. Or going abroad with the lurking knowledge that your safety there is technically in the hands of David Lammy. Or, perhaps worst of all, going to the beach and finding the Prime Minister himself, fanning his trotters in the gentle sea breeze. Surely, with this high risk of encountering members of the worst cabinet on record, there can only be one piece of advice for the British public: stay indoors.
Wales Online
12-07-2025
- General
- Wales Online
'We tried six supermarket ice creams and one was a game changer'
'We tried six supermarket ice creams and one was a game changer' With so many supermarket own branded options now available, we couldn't resist trying a few A classic Cornetto is a perfect treat to cool off in the summer heat (Image: Olivia Bell Photography via Getty ) With temperatures soaring to record levels this weekend and children preparing for the school holidays, it's hardly surprising that supermarket freezers are likely to be plundered for any ice cream in sight. Our household is no exception, it appears. As quickly as I buy these treats, the box disappears once everyone has had their share. With heatwaves becoming increasingly frequent, I wanted to find a more budget-friendly way to ensure we were never left wanting without compromising on quality. Given the rise in living costs and the sky-high price of food, I've become more open to trying own-brand products to see if I'm truly getting value for money with branded items or am I simply paying for the packaging. I've abandoned some brands along the way, significantly reducing my shopping bill. However, there are still some I couldn't part with - like my childhood favourite ice cream. But, when a pack of six strawberry Cornettos is setting me back nearly £3 in some places, I decided it was time to seek a less expensive summer treat. It was all well and good when mum and dad were footing the bill, but now that I'm fending for myself, it's time to find a new favourite - and I believe I've discovered it. I tried ice creams from Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Aldi, M&S and the Co-op (Image: Andrew Nuttall ) Article continues below On my recent shopping trip, I grabbed as many own-brand versions as I could manage and devoted an entire freezer shelf to this journalistic task. I also brought in some help to avoid eating six ice creams single-handedly - the mere thought gives me a stomachache! I looked out to find the ultimate Cornetto-style strawberry ice cream from a selection of major supermarkets including Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Aldi, M&S and the Co-op. Unfortunately, Sainsbury's shelves were bare of such treats, and Lidl did not have a strawberry version available. Beginning with the less impressive options, Asda's version was unfortunately my least favourite. It lacked depth in flavour and had nothing like the classic Cornetto toppings, save for a splash of unremarkable strawberry sauce. The Co-op's offering didn't fare much better despite its higher cost of £1.90 for four, which is rather steep for our test. Even my mum agreed, finding them "a little bland" and noting a disappointing amount of meringue pieces in her cone. Morrisons was a slight improvement with a tastier sauce and creamier ice cream than Asda, although it still missed any chocolate or distinctive toppings. While not terrible, it didn't dazzle us either. Aldi Strawberry Cones were by far my favourite (Image: Andrew Nuttall ) Choosing the best among them proved challenging. My mum sampled both M&S and Tesco offerings. Despite M&S commanding the highest price of £2.50 a box with a notable absence of any extra toppings for that money, it delivered on flavour. My mum was especially taken with its rich strawberry taste, trumping most of the others. Tesco's new summer packaging immediately caught my eye during my shopping trip, and it was one of the more affordable options as well. It was the first box I picked up that replaced white chocolate with meringue pieces. My dad commented that his cone was generously topped and offered a great balance of sauce, topping and ice cream throughout. However, the ultimate discovery was the Aldi version. With the discount store, it can sometimes be a bit hit or miss whether items that have been cheekily inspired by big brands live up to the name they're trying to emulate. In this case, it certainly did. My Aldi ice cream was the cheapest, without needing to be price-matched. It was incredibly light and creamy throughout and absolutely packed with strawberry sauce and the most meringue pieces out of any other, making the absolute most of the 28p per box treat. Article continues below I'm not entirely converted just yet, but if I had to give up my beloved Cornetto, I'm happy knowing that there's an inexpensive and cheerful alternative available. I'm even thinking of trying some of the other flavours they had for the same price - like mint and toffee. Final ranking:
Sunday World
09-07-2025
- Science
- Sunday World
Roisin Gorman: I know what's behind the 5G mast attacks – a tinfoil hat shortage
The anti-5G world is an irony-free zone where information is shared online A shortage of tinfoil hats is thought to be behind the recent spate of attacks on 5G masts. Seventeen of the masts have now been set on fire, mostly in Belfast, leading to a loss of phone signal for local people. The masts have also been graffitied by the anti-5G brigade with 'open your eyes' and claims of danger from radiation. But at least it got them out of their mummy's house for a few hours. If you've stood next to a microwave or turned on a lightbulb you've been exposed to an equivalent dose of radiation according to the experts, but what would they know? The professionals who have studied this stuff, probably lizard-people, insist the masts emit non-ionising radiation, which is not the type that harms DNA. But anyone who leans toward the expert view is known as 'sheeple' by the conspiracy nuts because it's important to insult your audience and deprive them of a vital service. That's how you win people round to your way of thinking. The rollout of 5G masts started at around the same time as Covid, so they were immediately blamed for the virus. Yes, and in summer ice cream sales and shark attacks increase, so the sharks are after your Cornetto. The Covid theory, and we're using the word very loosely, was that 5G weakened the immune system and made us more vulnerable to the virus. The same people said much the same thing about 3G, 4G and WiFi, and possibly the invention of the wheel, and we're all still stubbornly alive. The competing theory was that the masts actively spread the virus, having somehow developed the ability to sneeze and not wash their hands. But your bog standard logic is the enemy of the conspiracy experts, possibly the same people who talked about R numbers during the pandemic while struggling to count to five on one hand. A quick trip down one online rabbit hole this week uncovered the theory that 5G is part of Project Blue Beam, a 30-year-old idea about subjugating the human race with a fake alien invasion. The aliens took one look at Mark Zuckerberg and thought the invasion had already happened. And clearly the anti-5G world is an irony-free zone where information is shared online, largely via your phone, which depends on a phone signal and WiFi. It's one thing to sit at home in your pants and spread whatever madness takes your fancy. The most rabid Covid conspiracy theorist I know missed the pandemic so much he's now become a Flat Earther. When you're seriously affecting basic services like a phone signal, the line between online disciple and real-life destruction has been crossed. If they keep it up we'll send David Icke round.
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Cheapest shops to buy ice creams including Magnums and Cornettos this week with prices starting from just 46p
TEMPERATURES are set to soar this week, with many looking to cool down with an ice cream. But some supermarkets can charge up to nearly £2 more of the exact same size packet of ice creams. 1 That is why it important to shop around to ensure you are not missing out on a better offer elsewhere. Below we round up the cheapest places to buy your freezer favourites, including Magnums, Cornettos and more. Classic Cornetto These chocolate and vanilla treats are a staple in many households, but a six-pack can cost up to £4 at some supermarkets. Looking at price comparison tool Trolley, Asda is currently the cheapest place to buy the ice cream. The supermarket is charging £2.48 for a pack of six, which works out at 41p per cone. When on the hunt for a bargain, it is important to not only look at the retail price but the unit price as well. Unit prices make it easier for shoppers to compare similar items of different sizes and choose the best deal. You can usually see the unit cost of the product where its price is shown - it may be in the small print. In this instance, Asda is charging 46p per 100ml, making it the cheapest on the market. That is compared to Morrisons, which is charging 65p per 100ml for the exact same pack, or Waitrose, which is charging 75p per 100ml. Iconic 80s retro sweet RETURNS to UK supermarket shelves after a decade Check out the full list of prices below: Cornetto price comparison: Asda - price: £2.48, price per 100ml: 46p Ocado - price: £2.50, price per 100ml: 46p Morrisons - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: 65p Iceland - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: 65p Tesco - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: 65p, special offer: £2.50 with Clubcard Co-op - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: 65p Sainsbury's - price: £3.75, price per 100ml: 69p Waitrose - price: £3.95, price per 100ml: 73p Cadbury Dairy Milk Buttons Ice Cream Cones These ice creams are sold in a pack of four and come with a biscuit cone, vanilla flavour ice cream and are topped with mini Cadbury milk chocolate buttons. Again the best value place to pick up the treat is Asda, which is charging £2.52 for a box. That works out at 63p per ice cream. Looking at the unit price it is being advertised as 70p per 100ml. That is compared to Ocado, which is charging £4.50 for the same size box and £1.13 per 100ml. Check out the full list of prices below: Dairy Milk Buttons price comparison: Asda - price: £2.78, price per 100ml: 70p Waitrose - price: £3.00, price per 100ml: 75p Morrisons - price: £3.25, price per 100ml: 81p Iceland - price: £3.25, price per 100ml: 81p Tesco - price: £3.35, price per 100ml: 84p Sainsbury's - price: £3.75 price per 100ml: 94p Ocado - price: £4.50 price per 100ml: £1.13 Magnums Magnums are a decadent treat and perfect for cooling down on a hot day. Iceland is currently charging £2 for a three pack of the ice creams, making it the cheapest on the market. That works out at 67p per ice cream. Looking at unit price it works out at 87p per 100ml. That is compared to Waitrose which is charging £3.50 for the exact same size packet or £1.17 per 100ml. Magnum price comparison: Iceland - price: £2.00, price per 100ml: 87p Asda - price: £2.74, price per 100ml: 91p Co-op - price: £2.95, price per 100ml: 98p Morrisons - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: £1.17 Waitrose - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: £1.17 Ocado - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: £1.17 Tesco - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: £1.17 Tesco with Clubcard - £2.75, price per 100ml: 92p Sainsbury's - price £3.50, price per 100ml: £1.17 Sainsbury's with Nectar card - £2.75, price per 100ml: 92p Solero Exotic Ice Cream Sticks This tasty treat offers the perfect blend of vanilla ice cream and tangy fruit sorbet. Asda is the cheapest place to pick up a three pack of these fruity snacks, charging £1.98. That works out at 66p per ice cream. If you look at the unit price it works out as 73p per 100ml. That is compared to Co-op which charges £3.50 for the exact same packet. Solero price comparison: Asda - price: £1.98, price per 100ml: 73p Morrisons - price: £2.75, price per 100ml: £1.02 Ocado - price: £2.75, price per 100ml: £1.02 Tesco - price: £2.75, price per 100ml: £1.02 Iceland - price: £2.75, price per 100ml: £1.02 Waitrose - price: £2.90, price per 100ml: £1.07 Co-op - price: £3.50, price per 100ml: £1.30 What is unit pricing? Unit prices make it easier for shoppers to compare similar items of different sizes. You should be able to see the product's unit price where its price tag is shown - it may be in small print. It displays the cost of different products by weight, or volume. It helps you easily compare the costs of different products, regardless of their respective sizes. Compare this with the unit price of a similar item - for example, the cost per 100ml or two different types of cola - and choose the item with the lowest unit cost. For example at Tesco, a pack of 15 330ml cans of Coca-Cola Zero is priced at £7.90. The unit price is shown as 16p per 100ml. Shoppers can compare this original price to a 2litre bottle of Coca-Cola Zero which is priced at £1.85, and labelled as 9p per 100ml. Those with a Clubcard can get the same multipack of cans for the lower price of £6. But there is no label showing the equivalent price per 100ml. It would work out as 12p per 100ml, making the bottle better value overall despite the discount. The changes Tesco is making will make this clear on shelves. Stores must show unit pricing under legislation known as the Price Marking Order 2004. With this in mind, paying close attention to the unit prices of the staples in your shopping trolley could save you a fortune in the long term.
Times
17-06-2025
- Business
- Times
Unilever and Ben & Jerry's row set to intensify with new boss
The already frosty relationship between Unilever and Ben & Jerry's looks set to get colder with the appointment of a contentious new ice cream boss. Unilever has proposed Peter ter Kulve to head the Magnum Ice Cream Company, its soon-to-be spun-off ice cream division that will house Ben & Jerry's, Cornetto and Wall's. The appointment is expected to be approved by Unilever's board in July before a planned listing this year. The FTSE 100 consumer goods group is set to have its primary listing in Amsterdam, with secondary listings in New York and London. Ter Kulve's appointment could be seen as a lightning rod for tension. He is named in a lawsuit by Ben & Jerry's, which accused him of 'eye-popping' ignorance and of undermining the brand's longstanding commitment to political and social activism — a mission central to the Vermont-founded business since it was founded in 1978. It marks the latest flashpoint in an increasingly bitter dispute. In March Ben & Jerry's accused Unilever of ousting its chief executive, David Stever, over his stance on social issues, claiming the decision was taken without the board's consent. The brand said Stever had been penalised for upholding its 'social mission'. The rift dates back to 2021 when Ben & Jerry's announced it would no longer sell its products in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, stating the mode was incompatible with its values. That decision sparked a backlash, including pressure from pro-Israel investors, some of whom sold their Unilever shares. Unilever subsequently sold the brand's Israeli business to a local licensee, a move that triggered a lawsuit from Ben & Jerry's, which was settled in 2022. But relations deteriorated again last November when Ben & Jerry's filed a new legal complaint, alleging that Unilever was violating the terms of the 2022 agreement by trying to suppress the brand's political messaging. The lawsuit claimed Unilever had issued repeated threats to staff, including Stever, in an effort to stifle the brand's advocacy, including its support for Palestinian refugees. In a further escalation, Unilever threatened in April to halt the $5 million in annual funding that it provides to Ben & Jerry's non-profit organisation. The consumer goods group was said to have asked the Ben & Jerry's Foundation to agree to an expedited audit of its donations if it was to continue its funding of the non-profit organisation. Ben Cohen, a co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, was reported this year to be exploring a potential bid to buy the ice cream brand back. Cohen founded the company with his childhood friend Jerry Greenfield in a petrol station in Vermont in 1978 and sold it to the FTSE 100 consumer goods group in 2000. Ben & Jerry's was contacted for comment.
