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The Sun
05-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
Dunelm's £1 fridge staple will banish flies from your home this summer – as millions set to ‘invade' UK in just DAYS
OPENING every window in your house can be a handy way to cool it down in the hot weather. However, this can result in another annoying s ummertime problem: flies. These pesky insects seem to find their way into your home as soon as you open a door or a window. From fly zappers to repellent sprays, there are a variety products available for pest control. But you don't need to spend a fortune deterring these bugs from your home. A property expert has revealed a DIY hack that banishes flies from your space. Paul Gibbons, who works at broke down the effective method. And it likely won't cost you anything as the two items you need are probably already in your kitchen cupboard. Fly invasion According to the pro, there's no better time to tackle the seasonal invasion of flies in your home. After all, "flying ant day" is on the horizon, which refers to the mating season for flying ants that typically happens during July or August. This time of year will see swarms of insects emerge in the UK as they are triggered by the hot, humid weather. And with this year's heatwaves, there has been speculation that swarms could be around longer than usual. My 2-ingredient recipe gets rid of gnats and fruit flies - it sucks them in, I catch a lot of bugs when I make it "The summer heat creates perfect conditions for flies to multiply rapidly," Paul explained. 'What most homeowners don't know is that simple items already in their homes can help deter flies better than expensive products." DIY hack This includes the apple cider vinegar and cling film method, which proves to be an effective way to bait flies. You can pick up 500 millilitre bottle of apple cider vinegar for just £2.10 from Sainsbury's. This ingredient plays the role of attracting the flies to your DIY trap. Why do flies come out in summer? Flies are present all year round, but all of a sudden when summer comes, they are just EVERYWHERE! The main contributing factors are the breeding cycle of flies and the soaring temperatures. Insects are cold blooded and in summer, when their body temperature rises from the external heat, they become more active. The hotter weather also let's them seek out cool moist spots, like inside your home, to escape from the sweltering heat and to lay their eggs. House Fly eggs take around 20 hours to hatch, but when the temperature rises above 37 degrees, can hatch within 8 hours! In extreme hot weather the eggs can mature from larvae to adult fly in as little as four days. The average lifespan of a housefly is 21 days, so each female can lay up to 900 eggs during the summer months! You can then use cling film, which you can grab for just £1 from Dunelm, to seal the deal. To carry out this simple hack, simply fill a glass with apple cider vinegar, cover it with cling film, and poke small holes in the top. Flies will be drawn to the sweet fermented scent and enter through the holes. However, they won't be able to find their way out again. According to the expert, this mixture works best when placed in areas where flies gather most frequently, such as near fruit bowls or bin areas. "The key to keeping flies out is consistency," Paul reiterated. "Use these methods together for best results, particularly during July and August when fly populations reach their peak in British homes." He also recommended keeping food covered, cleaning up spills immediately, and emptying your bins regularly. "These simple habits make your home much less attractive to flies in the first place," he concluded. Other pest control hacks And an 89p Asda buy can also help to repel flies from your home this summer. Plus a £1 buy from B&M banishes flies from your space in the hot weather. A 49p plant will keep wasps away from your garden all summer long. 2
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
New Book: Adopting AI, Explores Dystopian and Utopian Futures
Adopting AI examines both the transformative potential and existential risks of AI - a must-read for business leaders, policymakers, and technologists alike. 'The challenge of AI adoption isn't technological—it's cultural. Organizations that fail to adapt their leadership, workflows, and decision-making will find that AI investment won't save them.' — Paul Gibbons DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 / / -- Some authors argue AI is destructive, destroying jobs, stealing content, abasing education, and threatening human extinction. Other authors predict AI will bring us to the promised land, revolutionizing science, healthcare, and eliminating drudgery from work. Who is right? Adopting AI examines both the transformative potential and existential risks of AI, positioning itself as a must-read for business leaders, policymakers, and technology enthusiasts alike. A Tale of Two Futures: Utopian Potential vs. Dystopian Risks With Prometheus, the Titan who stole fire to empower humanity, as its guiding metaphor, Adopting AI asks: Is AI humanity's greatest gift or its ultimate downfall? The book opens with seven paired utopian and dystopian scenarios, illustrating how AI can either uplift humanity or exacerbate its deepest inequalities and threats. But, the authors argue, 'change is inevitable, whether it represents progress is up to us.' Human agency matters more than ever before. 'We must decide whether it will be harnessed for human progress or catastrophic misuse.' 'The future of AI is not a single path, but a set of diverging possibilities. From utopian collaboration to dystopian control, our choices today determine which of the seven scenarios will define the world of tomorrow. AI is not destiny; it is design.' Putting people first works better, and is more ethical Unlike traditional technology projects, AI adoption is not a technology problem, it is a people problem. Adopting AI highlights the importance of behavioral change, organizational learning, and ethical governance in realizing AI's potential. 'AI isn't here to think for us—it's here to force us to think better.' The people-first mindset shift requires: ✅ Viewing AI as an intelligence, not just a tool, will get businesses out of the 'use-case mindset' that limits the technology's potential and destroys jobs. ✅ Bridging the AI culture gap—'adoption won't fail because the technology doesn't work, it will fail because it doesn't fit.' ✅ Other technologies, like Salesforce or SAP, are ethically neutral. AI isn't. Ethical deployment matters more than ever—what the authors call 'ethics by design.' 'The real challenge of AI adoption isn't technological—it's cultural. Organizations that fail to adapt their leadership, workflows, and decision-making structures will find that no amount of AI investment can save them.' Ethics, Governance, and the 'Frankenstein Problem' Adopting AI explores AI's profound ethical dilemmas, drawing from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein—another cautionary tale about scientific hubris. Left unchecked, it could wreak havoc on labor markets, democracy, and global security. Ethical questions explored in the book include: ✅ What are the alternatives to slashing workforces? ✅ How do we balance innovation with safety? ✅ Can AI be aligned with human values, or will it serve corporate and political interests alone? ✅ What does meaningful work look like in an AI-driven economy? Comprehensive, Forward-Thinking, and Actionable Divided into three major sections, Adopting AI covers: ✅ The Why of AI: A bold exploration of its utopian potential and dystopian risks. ✅ The How of AI: Practical, people-first strategies for AI adoption in business and society. ✅ The Ethics & Risks of AI: A deep dive into AI governance, law, and responsible deployment. Whether you are a business leader looking to leverage AI, a policymaker grappling with regulation, or a citizen concerned about the future of work and ethics, Adopting AI provides the essential guide to navigating the intelligence transition. About the Authors Paul Gibbons, Denver-based, is the author of eight books on organizational culture and the future of work. He is a former partner at IBM, and a former professor of Business Ethics. Availability and Contact For media inquiries, review copies, or interview requests, please contact: Paul Gibbons, [email protected] (USA, LatAm, Europe) James Healy, [email protected] (Asia and Africa) Follow the Conversation: Use the hashtag #AdoptingAI on social media to join discussions on AI adoption, ethics, and governance. FOR MEDIA USE ONLY: Press Materials & High-Res Images Available Upon Request. paul gibbons Paul Gibbons LLC +1 608-512-5916 email us here YouTube
