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Daily Mirror
18-06-2025
- Daily Mirror
Brits warned over 'meal deal' food mistake that could lead to EU fines
Holidaymakers are being warned that they could face fines or criminal prosecution for bringing an innocent sandwich into an EU country due to strict meat and dairy rules British holidaymakers gearing up for a European getaway this summer have been given a stark warning about a deceptively simple blunder that could put them at loggerheads with EU border officials. British travellers risk incurring hefty fines or possibly even facing legal action if they unwittingly transport something as innocuous as a prepackaged sandwich into an EU member state, thanks to stringent import restrictions on meat and dairy products. Maryanne Sparks from European Waterways has alerted UK nationals: "If you travel to the EU from a non-EU country, you are not allowed to bring any meat or dairy products with you - this includes those you would find in a meal deal sandwich." In light of Brexit, Britain has been designated as a third country outside the EU, meaning British citizens must adhere to the same tight rules faced by other non-EU nations. Maryanne warned further: "When arriving in the EU, you may have to undergo official controls by the authorities. "If you are carrying any undeclared meat or dairy products, they will be confiscated and destroyed. Additionally, you may be fined or face criminal prosecution.", reports the Express. The European Commission has highlighted concerns that items containing "meat, milk or their products" carry significant risks for animal health across the bloc. Providing advice to travellers, Maryanne clarified: "It is safe to consume these sandwiches in the airport and on the plane, but they must be disposed of either before you get off the flight or as soon as you enter the terminal at the other side." Travellers are warned: "To avoid fines or potential criminal prosecution, ensure that any meat or dairy products are not carried into the EU." However, there are a few exceptions to these rules. Parents can breathe a sigh of relief as powdered infant milk and baby food are allowed. Additionally, you can bring up to 20kg of fish or 2kg of honey, as well as live oysters, mussels, and snails. It's essential to note that these restrictions only apply to individuals entering the EU from non-member countries. If you're travelling between EU nations or arriving from countries like Norway, Switzerland, Andorra, or Iceland, you're exempt from these rules. As the holiday season kicks off, experts advise Brits to carefully inspect their luggage and refrain from carrying prohibited food items to avoid any issues or penalties at the border.
Daily Record
16-06-2025
- Daily Record
Jet2, Ryanair and Easyjet passengers warned over fine for 'buying meal deal' pre-flight
Passengers flying abroad this summer should be aware of the rules around food. Passengers flying with Jet2, Ryanair, easyJet, and TUI this summer are being advised to think twice about purchasing a sandwich before boarding. Passengers could be hit with a fine if they board with food that does not meet the strict rules. Experts at European Waterways, a group of travel specialists, are reminding holidaymakers flying to European destinations of the rules regarding meat and dairy products. And that includes your meal deal that you buy before boarding the plane. Maryanne Sparkes, from European Waterways, advised: "If you travel to the EU from a non-EU country, you are not allowed to bring any meat or dairy products with you - this includes those you would find in a meal deal sandwich!" Giving more details about the strict regulations, Maryanne said: "It is safe to consume these sandwiches in the airport and on the plane, but they must be disposed of either before you get off the flight or as soon as you enter the terminal at the other side. "To avoid fines or potential criminal prosecution, ensure that any meat or dairy products are not carried into the EU." She emphasises the importance of compliance to avoid fines or even potential criminal charges, insisting that travellers must not take any meat or dairy into the EU, reports Birmingham Live. She also notes: "You can however bring a limited quantity of fruit and vegetables as well as eggs, egg products and honey. "Restricted quantities of fish or fish products are as long as they weigh no more than 20 kilograms (kg) or the equivalent weight of one whole fish, whichever is heavier.", reports Birmingham Live. In conclusion, Sparkes warns: "When arriving in the EU, you may have to undergo official controls by the authorities. "If you are carrying any undeclared meat or dairy products, they will be confiscated and destroyed. "Additionally, you may be fined or face criminal prosecution," highlighting the potential ramifications for failing to respect these guidelines. "You may carry animal-derived products when travelling within the EU. "However, most EU countries have strict regulations on transporting endangered animals or plants, or products derived from them, and in some cases, a permit may be required. 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'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "These new regulations are part of stricter biosecurity measures implemented by the EU to prevent the spread of animal diseases. "While travellers have always been restricted from bringing in certain animal products from non-EU countries, the new rules specifically target those coming from the UK following its exit from the European Union. "So, the next time you're catching a flight from the UK to the EU, be sure to double-check your baggage and avoid packing any fish or meat products unless you want to risk a fine."
Metro
04-06-2025
- General
- Metro
This ‘top tier' sleep hack will calm your nervous system in seconds
Sleep can sometimes be a complicated beast, as according to the NHS, around one in every three Brits struggles with insomnia. But there is one unique trick doing the rounds on TikTok that's allegedly helping countless people doze off– and it's called the 'cricket feet' or 'cricketing' method. With over 50 million views and 265,000 searches this month alone, it's a self-soothing technique that involves rubbing the feet together gently and repetitively as you're trying to fall asleep. Sometimes, it's even done subconsciously. When @notyouraveragethrpst asked her followers 'who else is laying in bed just 'cricketing' their feet?' many were surprised to hear that it was a common thing. 'Didn't know it had a name,' @ezeee1717 shared, adding that they've 'been doing it [their] whole life.' Another, @lindsaybatista, said they thought they were the 'only one' who did it, while @maureensqueo commented that they 'often' used it as a coping mechanism when when they're 'having a lot of anxiety.' As adult sleep consultant and The Sleep Works founder Maryanne Taylor tells Metro, while there isn't a huge amount of direct research on the links between 'cricket feet' and sleep, it does tap into 'self-soothing behaviours that can help calm the nervous system.' 'Gentle, repetitive movements like this can signal safety to the brain, especially during wind-down time,' she explains. 'They activate the parasympathetic nervous system (your calm setting), which helps the body relax enough to fall asleep.' Maryanne's top tip for ensuring a good night's sleep is a 'calm nervous system, but she says that a peaceful, uninterrupted slumber isn't just shaped by nighttime routines – it also comes down to 'habits, thoughts, and behaviours' throughout the day. And if the brain has been in 'go mode' all day long with little to no opportunity to slow down, it's ultimately 'not surprising that it struggles to wind down at bedtime.' 'Building in micro resets during the day to give the brain a chance to process and decompress, together with a wind-down routine that genuinely soothes the mind, rather than just ticking boxes, can be hugely helpful,' Maryanne says. Neurodivergent people have also long been sharing that they enjoy 'cricketing' as a stimming behaviour – a self-stimulatory repeated movement for either sensory stimulation, or to 'keep calm and express joy,' according to the National Autistic Society. TikToker @_joossiiee included 'cricket feet' in a list of their 'neurodivergent sleep habits that are completely satisfying,' alongside 'aggressive face rubs' and 'the cave,' which involves burrowing under the duvet, burrito-style. Meanwhile, @florishwithvicki described it as a 'top tier stim.' This checks out, too, as Maryanne says that research does support 'cricketing' as a self-soothing behaviour for neurodivergent people. This is because those with ADHD or autism in particular have a 'natural need for repetitive movement or sensory input for emotional comfort,' which in turn helps to 'calm their brain and regulate their nervous system.' But 'cricket feet' aside, Maryanne has another self-soothing sleep system to recommend: the pre-bed 'brain dump.' More Trending 'Before bed, write down three things you don't need to think about until tomorrow,' she explains, noting that this technique helps 'relieve the build-up of mental pressure that impacts as soon as you lie down in bed.' In her view, the brain wants to 'hold onto everything it thinks is important,' so processing it on a piece of paper 'gives you permission to let go for the night.' Likewise, she suggests dimming the lights earlier than you normally would – at least an hour before bed, as softer lighting helps the brain to 'transition' into sleep mode, as well as supports natural melatonin production (AKA, the sleep hormone). View More » Ready to sleep like a baby tonight? Sweet dreams. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: TikTok star Sana Yousef shot dead by man who repeatedly contacted her online MORE: Student spends £129 on a Wowcher mystery holiday – to the city where she lives MORE: Rest easier with Emma Sleep's Summer Sale – shop our top picks with up to 20% off Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
‘Big-hearted' Wexford woman retires from historic pub after 80 years behind the bar
Now 93 years old and with nearly 80 years of experience at the pub in Craanford, Maryanne Doyle has finally decided to take her due leave and retire. "She's very well-known around the countryside for her hospitable welcome. She's heavily involved with all the community activities here and was always known as the place where the kids from GAA would stop off after matches. She's very generous and always made sure there was sweets and drinks there for the kids from Craanford GAA,' said her nephew, Will Doyle. Maryanne's long stint at the pub began when she was a young girl and returned home from boarding school to work at the pub alongside her aunt who ran it at the time. In 1965, she took over the pub from her aunt, making her the fifth generation of her family to manage the pub since the 1780s. Incredibly, this tradition will continue into the next generation of her family, as her grandnephews are now taking over from her after all these years. "She'll still be in the background giving guidance and support as she's very interested in the pub but is happy to let the new generation push ahead with it going forward,' said Will. One of the truly unique elements of the pub is its thatched roof. 'She's very proud of the history of the pub and keeping the heritage and thatch in place so it's as traditional as possible. Up to last year there were only bottles available in the pub and was one of the only bottle pubs left in Ireland. Even Guinness were shocked when we rang to ask about getting the taps because we hadn't had taps before,' said Will. The pub is also known for being a hub for traditional Irish music, with regular sessions held there over the years. Maryanne has always been heavily involved with the local community and was a member of the ICA and Tidy Towns. Furthermore, up until the 1980s, she ran the farm as well as the pub. "She's very big-hearted. She was always a popular stop for the children at Hallowe'en because they always got lots of sweets, drinks and a bit of money too. She loved everything about Hallowe'en. She was a very hospitable landlady and her regulars were very good to her and she was very good to them,' said Will. One of the pub's claims to fame is when James Bolger, the Prime Minister of New Zealand in the 1990s, popped in for a drink with his family. "Randomly, he'd be a descendent of the first owner of the pub, so she was very proud of that when he visited. We're descendants of the Kenny family. Moses Kenny was the original owner of the pub and James Bolger would be a descendant of him on a different side,' said Will. With everything she had going on, Mary Anne still found the time for her loved ones and Will said she is an amazing aunt. 'Her nieces and nephews used to come down to her to have lunch after school time. She was a great hostess and every Christmas time, she had a big party for her family at the pub. She's always been very family focused,' said Will.
Perth Now
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
How famous Aussies celebrated Mother's Day
From big bouquets of flowers to messages of praise, this is how some of Australia's most famous faces honoured and celebrated the women in their lives this Mother's Day. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was one of the first to wish all the mums in the country a Happy Mother's Day by posting a treasured photograph of himself with his mum, Maryanne, at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. In the photo, which was taken just two years before he lost her, it shows the pair smiling with Maryanne waving an Aussie flag and a large crowd in the background. Underneath, the PM wrote a simple message: 'Happy Mother's Day, Australia.' Perth's prince of pop, Troye Sivan, also took to social media to wish his mum, Laurelle Mellet a happy Mother's Day posting pictures of a big bunch of flowers as well as a photo of her with a message underneath which read: 'I love you so much'. Hollywood superstar Nicole Kidman marked the day by sharing never before seen photos of her late mum Janelle with her twin daughters Sunday and Faith when they visited Uluru roughly a decade ago. In the Instagram post she wrote: 'My mother and my daughters in Uluru, beautiful memories…always 💕 Happy Mother's Day'. Former political staffer Brittany Higgins, who was recently thrust into the spotlight again after it emerged her former boss, retired Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds, had launched legal action against the Commonwealth over the compensation payment it settled with her, posted a pic of her newborn baby boy, Freddie, while thanking her own mother. 'It's my first Mother's Day as a parent and the past two months has just reaffirmed how lucky I have been to walk through life with such an amazing mum by my side,' she wrote. 'Definitely have a newfound appreciation for her strength, selflessness and the love she's always had on tap to pour into me when required. Thank-you for always showing me the way — I love you lots @kellyh3995! 'P.S. it's only slightly devastating that you are far and away Freddie's favourite person. David and I will try not to take it personally x.' Aussie actress and comedian Rebel Wilson posted a gorgeous photo of her daughter on Instagram while also wishing other mums a wonderful day. 'Being a Mum to this cutie pie is the BEST thing ever! Happy Mother's Day to all the brilliant Mums out there, but especially to @ramonaagruma and my Mum, sister and grandma! Go Mums!!!' WA Liberal Party leader Basil Zempilas posted a picture of himself with his mum, Jessie, while also wishing his wife Amy a Happy Mother's Day. Amy Zempilas also posted pictures of herself with the couple's growing brood, not only wishing other mums out there a special day but also acknowledging their sacrifices. 'Being a Mum. The hardest job you'll ever love,' she wrote. 'For many years, motherhood for me was two little girls and a baby on my hip. Baz would leave home at 4am for radio, get home after 7pm — and every Friday, he flew to Sydney for the weekend for work. 'For two years. I spent more than a few Mother's Days on my own with the kids. It was a beautiful blur — exhausting, full, messy, magic. And somehow, we muddled through.' She then went on to share the five things she learnt over the years of being a mum.
