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Temperature warning as thousands of jellyfish 'with nasty sting' invade UK
Temperature warning as thousands of jellyfish 'with nasty sting' invade UK

Daily Mirror

time4 days ago

  • Climate
  • Daily Mirror

Temperature warning as thousands of jellyfish 'with nasty sting' invade UK

Swarms of jellyfish were spotted at the foot of a cliff off a popular beauty spot in Wrexham, Devon as temperatures continue to heat up in Britain Thousands of stinging jellyfish have invaded Britain's beaches - triggered by the searing temperatures in recent days. Beachgoers have reported seeing swarms of compass and moon jellyfish floating off the coast of Brixham, Devon a popular British beauty spot. Compass jellyfish - which can be identified by their distinctive compass-like brown markings - carry a nasty sting that can cause a severe adverse reaction in some people. ‌ They're not as dangerous as some other species found in UK waters, like the Portuguese Man-of-War, but the Wildlife Trust warns their "nasty sting" can lead to painful welts, rashes and swelling that can last for hours, or even days or weeks in some cases. ‌ Usually, they're found in the Mediterranean and Atlantic and are less commonly seen off the coast of the UK than moon jellyfish. Tristan Northway, skipper of the Four Reasons charter boat, said the recent warm weather caused the bloom. "There are thousands of them," he told What's The Jam. "And depending what direction the wind is, they will gather in places. "There are all sorts of jellies including compass, comb jellyfish which are really cool, and moon jellyfish. Because they water is warmer now we are seeing a lot more of them ‌ "They only live for six to 12 months." The UK experienced the hottest day of the year on Tuesday as temperatures soared to 35C in some areas, with some believing the scorching conditions have ushered in jellyfish season. The roasting temperatures are expected to last the rest of the month, potentially bringing more jellyfish to UK shores. ‌ It comes after a marine biologist warned that jellyfish populations have "exploded" off the UK coast, adding that stingrays could be next. As the waters off England, Ireland, Wales and even as far north as Scotland get warmer, they become a more favourable environment for the reproduction and survival of jellyfish, leading to a booming population of them in British and Irish seas - and even rivers. In 2023, a report by the Marine Conservation Society revealed a 32 percent rise in jellyfish sightings in UK and Irish waters over 12 months, with 11% of those spotted coming in large blooms of over 100 individuals. That is an increase of 57% from the year before. While the blobby creatures are fascinating to look at and wobble with a spade when they get marooned on the sand, they can, in many cases, deliver a painful sting to bathers. Although in the UK none are known to be fatal, they can seriously ruin a day at the beach.

I'm 52 but look DECADES younger – I avoid too much makeup, ‘trashy' ripped jeans & a crucial mistake my mum always made
I'm 52 but look DECADES younger – I avoid too much makeup, ‘trashy' ripped jeans & a crucial mistake my mum always made

Scottish Sun

time5 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Scottish Sun

I'm 52 but look DECADES younger – I avoid too much makeup, ‘trashy' ripped jeans & a crucial mistake my mum always made

Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WOMAN who regularly gets told she looks 20 years younger has revealed her number one anti-ageing tricks - including keeping her hair long and watching Love Island. Nerys Middleton, 52, says people often assume she's in her early 30s – and believes it's partly down to her long locks and youthful outlook on life. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Nerys ensures she uses retinol and vitamin C treatments alongside CO2 laser facials and hydrofacials every few months. Credit: Jam Press/Nerys Middleton 4 The mum-of-two has been getting Botox in her forehead since she was 29 Credit: Jam Press/Nerys Middleton 4 Nerys says she also religiously stays out of the sun, doesn't drink alcohol and steers clear of junk food Credit: Jam Press/Nerys Middleton 4 Style-wise, she avoids florals, ripped jeans or anything that feels like she's 'trying too hard' Credit: Jam Press/Nerys Middleton The mum-of-one says she doesn't believe in following old-school rules about what women should look like past a certain age. 'People tell me they think I'm in my 30s because of the way I am,' the fashion influencer, from North Wales, told What's The Jam. 'I hang around with people in their 30s, so they talk about what 30‑year‑olds talk about, like Love Island. 'I say to my older friends, 'Have you watched Love Island?' and they're like, 'God no, I wouldn't watch that.' read more on beauty PRICE TO PAY Katie's weight-reveal is sick - posts like this triggered my eating disorder 'It's just little things like that. 'People also tell me I'm too old to have long hair, but when you look at people like Cindy Crawford, they all still have long hair, haven't they? 'As long as it's healthy and you look after it, there's no reason it can't be longer over 50. 'Cutting it short is an old‑fashioned thing my mum did.' Nerys says she spends about £400 a month on vitamins, skincare and beauty treatments – and sees it as part of maintaining her health and confidence. The mum ensures she uses retinol and vitamin C treatments alongside CO2 laser facials and hydrofacials every few months. I'm 50 next year & don't have a single wrinkle thanks to a product from Boots or TikTok shop - I've never had Botox She's also been getting Botox in her forehead since she was 29, wears SPF 50 every single day and doesn't drink or smoke. But Nerys says keeping a younger mindset is the most important part of maintaining her youthful looks. She said: 'Mostly it's my mindset. I think if you think old, you become old. 'If you start thinking, 'Oh God, my back's aching, my legs are aching,' you start dressing old, you start acting old. 'I think it helps if you have younger friends. 'Most of my friends I met through work are younger than me and we get on because I have a young mindset. 'My older friends are all married and settled – a bit fuddy-duddy. 'I spend a lot of time with young friends. We go on holidays, we go clubbing in Budapest. 'I wouldn't go away with people my own age; they don't like going out and partying. 'I think it's not just about looks, it's how you act. Because I've got younger friends, we talk about younger things and I spend a lot of time with them. Three hair mistakes that are making you look older THERE are some hair mistakes to avoid if you don't want to make yourself look older than you actually are: One dimensional hair colour - it's a good idea to visit a hairdresser to get your colour done. Using a box dye can leave you with one block colour, so steer clear. it's a good idea to visit a hairdresser to get your colour done. Using a box dye can leave you with one block colour, so steer clear. Hair that's too dark around the hairline - "Add softer, lighter tones and shades around the sides of the face to bring lift and life to your eyes; too dark a colour will do the opposite and feel very gaunt and dreary," Jack Howard, UK colour spokesperson for L'Oreal, said. "Add softer, lighter tones and shades around the sides of the face to bring lift and life to your eyes; too dark a colour will do the opposite and feel very gaunt and dreary," Jack Howard, UK colour spokesperson for L'Oreal, said. Sticking to the hair colour of your youth - While you might have looked good with jet black hair in your 20s, the same may not be said now you're in your 50s. The general rule is that your hair colour should lighten with age, just as your skin tone does. 'My older friends talk about what they're crocheting.' Nerys says she also religiously stays out of the sun, doesn't drink alcohol and steers clear of junk food – all in order to feel and look her best. Style-wise, she avoids florals, ripped jeans or anything that feels like she's 'trying too hard'. The mum said: 'It stems down to clothes and things like that. 'Try and keep make-up to a minimum and see what trends are out there; see what other women are wearing. 'But don't follow like a sheep – try and think of trends yourself. 'I stay away from anything floral unless you have a really young face. 'Stay away from ripped jeans and ethnic shorts because they make you look like you're trying too hard. 'It's the balance in between. You can either look frumpy or look trashy. 'I'm trying to tell people about this balance that's in the middle that can make you look classy, sophisticated and young. 'It annoys me when people say, 'You don't look 52' and I think, no, I shouldn't – I work hard to look the way I do. You have to.'

‘Like Fort Knox' fume shoppers as major UK supermarket slaps security tags on £2 HAM to foil shoplifters
‘Like Fort Knox' fume shoppers as major UK supermarket slaps security tags on £2 HAM to foil shoplifters

Scottish Sun

time29-06-2025

  • Scottish Sun

‘Like Fort Knox' fume shoppers as major UK supermarket slaps security tags on £2 HAM to foil shoplifters

See which other items had security tags below HAMMING IT UP HAMMING IT UP 'Like Fort Knox' fume shoppers as major UK supermarket slaps security tags on £2 HAM to foil shoplifters Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SHOPPER was fuming after finding security tags on £2 ham at a major supermarket to foil shoplifters A shocked Tesco customer spotted the yellow stickers on a range of meat. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 A shocked shopper spotted a security tag on Tesco's ham Credit: Jam Press 4 Tesco said putting security tags on certain items wasn't new Credit: Jam Press 4 The yellow stickers on a range of meat Credit: Jam Press They had "security protected" written on them. The cheapest items they were on were £2.50 Honey Roast Ham. But customers can buy two for £4, making them £2 each. The same deal was on slices of roast beef. They cost £2.75 but were again £2 each when buying two under the deal. The tags were also on bigger packs of Honey Roast Ham for £2.65. Chicken fillets priced at £2.75 had them too. Plus Tesco Finest Wiltshire Cured Ham - £3.75 or two for £6 - which were £3 each. Blocks of Cheddar cheese costing £3.35 were also available. As well as Gammon, priced at £4.50. "It's like Fort Knox in there,' dad Dylan John, 48, told What's The Jam. "You can't move without security keeping a beady eye on you. "I only pooped in for a lettuce and felt like Ronnie Kray walking round the aisles." Astonishing moment Tesco staff lob metal baskets and crates at shoplifter They were spotted in Tesco Express, in Central Drive, Blackpool, Lancs. The mini supermarket is in the shadows of the town's seaside resort's Blackpool Tower. In March 2023, the anti-theft measures were put on ham, but then the cheapest were £2.35. Mince and pork were also tagged. Tesco said putting security tags on certain items isn't new, but it varies from store to store. It comes after footage showed the moment a Tesco worker hurled baskets and storage boxes at a pair of crooks. The cause of the incident is unknown, but shoppers were left shaken after the terrifying standoff took place. The incident seemingly began in a tame manner, with a security guard telling two men to exit the Tesco store in Finsbury Park, North London. He can be heard on the video saying: 'Take your stuff and go.' Next, one of the men ejected from the store fired back with 'f*** you' prompting the security guard to make a chilling threat. The security guard can be heard saying: 'You come next time and I'll f*** your a** up, okay? Call the police.' Then, the two men volleyed an unidentified object at the Tesco store - prompting the security guard to fire back with an empty storage tray. Tensions reached a boiling point when the men threw yet another storage tray, causing a uniformed worker to hurl a metal basket at them. Finally, the two men toppled a metal shelf which was standing outside the store before hurling another object into the shop.

I couldn't look at my 34E boobs – now I'm a 32C after a reduction, but trolls say I'm an ‘angel who's lost its wings'
I couldn't look at my 34E boobs – now I'm a 32C after a reduction, but trolls say I'm an ‘angel who's lost its wings'

Scottish Sun

time28-06-2025

  • Health
  • Scottish Sun

I couldn't look at my 34E boobs – now I'm a 32C after a reduction, but trolls say I'm an ‘angel who's lost its wings'

A WOMAN who couldn't look in the mirror because of the size of her chest has been told by men she made a mistake getting a reduction. Maya Sangha was a 34E when she started looking into breast surgery options. 3 Maya Sangha was a 34E before the reduction surgery which improved her life Credit: Jam Press/@mayasangha_ 3 She got into the waitlist last year, and had the surgery in May Credit: Jam Press/@mayasangha_ 3 The opinions of her new boobs have been mixed, with many wondering 'why' she had gone for the op Credit: Jam Press/@mayasangha_ The 19-year-old couldn't exercise, suffered with chronic back pain and struggled to find nice clothes that fit. But after sharing a video of her new 32C bust on TikTok, comments from disapproving men came flooding in. 'I shared my story to social media but had men in my comments claiming that I looked better before,' Maya, a barista, told What's The Jam. 'My chest caused me day-to-day problems. 'I wasn't able to exercise comfortably. 'I felt and looked bigger than I was. 'I also had bad posture and horrible neck and back pain. 'I would like to share that if women are uncomfortable with their larger chests then they should go ahead with the procedure, and not worry about anyone else's opinions.' Because Maya is from Vancouver, Canada, her surgery was funded by taxes. Similar to the NHS, Canada's healthcare system is publicly funded and provides universal access to medically necessary services. I was called a 'fat pig' at the gym by a small sausage energy bloke - I'm raging… and his response stunned me even more She got into the waitlist last year, and had the surgery in May. Maya said: 'The process of my reduction was quite easy. 'I had never had a surgery before and the process was seamless. 'I feel so much better now after my reduction. 'During my day-to-day I am more light feeling, and I no longer have to wear a restrictive sports bra. 'I can also wear anything I want, which has allowed me to be more confident in my style.' 5 clothing mistakes women with big boobs make Do you have DD+ boobs and struggle to find clothes that fit? Fabulous' Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend has shared her top tips on clothes to avoid if you have a big bust. 1. Say no to the polo High necklines such a roll necks are to be avoided if you have a fuller bust. Closed chests and necks make your boobs appear bigger and can sometimes give you the dreaded uni-boob. Try wearing V-necks, sweetheart, off the shoulder or scooped necklines that elongate the look of your neck and decolletage. 2. Bigger isn't better Frills, draping and excess fabric to cover your boobs only makes them look bigger. They make you look too top heavy and add unnecessary bulk on your top half which distracts from your face. Instead keep things clean and simple with sleek fabrics and designs with open necklines. 3. Skip slogan tees Slogan or printed T-shirts are having a moment with fashion fans falling over themselves to get Ganni Tees, or their high street dupes. The key is to make sure you're not buying a top with thick, heavy paint plastered on as the print. These will stretch over your fuller chests and split, resulting in a messy look and a ruined T-shirt that's now a waste of money. 4. Avoid crop tops Tops that are shorter in length or crop tops should be swerved if you had a big chest. You'll find you spend most of your time pulling it down and also it messes with the proportions of your body. If you have a big bust and a crop top on, they cut you off in the middle, which makes your bust look even bigger and in worse cases give the illusion that your chest meets your waist. A longer top (including anything from a T-shirt to a jumper) will create the right proportions. 5. Body-wrong Straight or tight fitted dresses are brilliant at showing off your figure. However if you have a big bust that isn't in proportion with the rest of your shape they're a no-go. If you have a fuller bust you can create balance and a defined hourglass silhouette by wearing A-line dresses or skirts. In the Maya's video, she can be seen in a zip-up top before her surgery. In the second clip, she can be seen in the same top. Since posting, the clip has been seen 2.3m times. It has also gained 316,000 likes and 2,000 comments - although opinions have been mixed. One person said: 'Nooooooooo.' Another user added: 'NO.' Someone else said: 'An angel lost its wings.' Mariou added: 'Before and before.' Innias said: 'WHY.' But some fans supported her decision. One user said: 'An angel lost her back pain.' Nevaeh added: 'You must feel so good because you look incredible girl.' Anika said: 'im so happy for u im crying.' [sic] Someone else added: 'All the men saying no as if she did it for them.' Another fan said: 'Beautiful to beautiful.'

Panic as passenger jet needs three attempts to land at Cristiano Ronaldo airport in high wind
Panic as passenger jet needs three attempts to land at Cristiano Ronaldo airport in high wind

Daily Mail​

time25-06-2025

  • Daily Mail​

Panic as passenger jet needs three attempts to land at Cristiano Ronaldo airport in high wind

Holidaymakers suffered a scary start to their vacation when their plane needed three attempts to land in high wind. Plane spotter Oksana Starykova watched from near Madeira's airport and filmed the TAP Air Portugal jet do two go-arounds before safely landing on the third attempt. Hair-raising footage showed the plane wobbling in the air while apparently being buffeted by strong winds. The pilot then aborted the landing and did a go-around for a second attempt. Oksana looked anxious as the jet swayed in the wind and even crossed her fingers for luck as the plane came in to land for the third time. She then cheered as the jet made a safe landing at the Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport on the Portuguese island of Madeira on Sunday June 22. The airport is named after the Portuguese footballer, who was born on the island. Oksana, who lives in Madeira and works in tourism, told What's The Jam: 'Aviation is a real passion of mine, wherever I travel in the world, I always seek out the best plane spotting locations. 'Madeira's airport is particularly special for aviation enthusiasts due to its stunning location and challenging approach. Plane spotter Oksana Starykova watched from near Madeira's airport and filmed the TAP Air Portugal jet do two go-arounds before safely landing on the third attempt 'Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is famous for being one of the more challenging airports in the world due to its mountainous terrain and coastal winds.' Commenting on the video, one local said: 'Madeira is one of the worst to land there, they say, it's common to see go-arounds there, scary.' 'I was there in 2022 and it was a bit creepy to land,' said Jonna. Madeira is one of the most dangerous airports in the world, due to the fact it's built over the ocean and has very strong crosswinds.

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