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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Travel expert reveals top tips for staying safe at waterparks - from how to avoid a waterslide wedgie to the dangers of leaving chlorine on skin
A trip to a waterpark is an essential part of summer for many families - whether holidaying abroad or in the UK. From splashing in a pool to riding the rapids, the popular attractions are often packed with fun activities. However, there are some hidden dangers to consider when trying to keep the family safe. Travel expert Oliver Brendon has revealed the often overlooked things that are vital when visiting a waterpark. Though slipping down a waterslide at full-speed and crashing into a refreshing pool of water at the end might sound fun, it might not be a positive experience for all. Small injuries like 'painful grazes' and awkward 'wedgies' can cause enough discomfort to ruin a day out. Oliver explains, 'It might sound like a playground joke, but wedgies on waterslides can actually cause minor injuries. 'Children, and adults alike, can end up with painful grazes or cuts from not keeping their legs crossed properly on the way down. 'The speed and pressure of the water can really catch you off guard and leave you feeling uncomfortable for the rest of the day. 'To avoid this, it only takes a few seconds to remind your child to cross their legs and hold that position, but it can make all the difference. 'It's one of those things you laugh about later, but it's definitely worth preventing in the first place.' Another important factor to consider when splashing in a pool all day is the impact of chlorine on skin. Oliver warns that leaving the otherwise useful chemical on our bodies for too long could cause harm. He adds, 'I understand the instinct to dry off, grab a snack, and head home after a long day, but skipping the post-pool rinse-off can cause problems later. 'Chlorine left on children's skin can be really irritating, especially if your child has any sensitivities. 'A quick rinse at the showers near the pool is all it takes to avoid this and it makes a big difference. 'It's a small step that can prevent itching and complaints later in the day.' One important consideration that Oliver flags is how important the colour of your child's swimming costume is. Certain colours aren't very visible in water and the travel expert recommends sticking to bright, bold options. He says, 'It's not something many parents think about, but the colour of your child's swimsuit really does matter when it comes to safety. 'Blue and green tend to blend into the water, making your child harder to see, especially in a wave pool or when things get busy. 'Brighter colours like pink and yellow, particularly if they are neon, stand out far more clearly. 'As a parent, it gives you a bit of peace of mind knowing your child is easy to spot. It also really helps lifeguards if they ever need to scan a crowded area.' Oliver's final piece of advice is how to avoid losing a child at the waterpark, which can often be busy and crowded. He recommends identifying a 'meeting point' where the children can easily find if they ever stray away from the family. The expert explains, 'With so many people around and lots going on, it's surprisingly easy for children to become separated from their parents at a pool or waterpark. That moment of panic is awful. 'To avoid it, I suggest families set a clear meeting point as soon as they arrive, somewhere easy to find and explain to kids. Tell your child that if they lose sight of you, they must go straight to that spot and stay there. 'It takes all the panic out of the situation and can help provide a calm and simple resolution to an otherwise stressful moment.'
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Single Brits are looking for love thousands of miles away after exhausting options at home, survey finds
SINGLETONS are looking abroad for love this summer - after exhausting all the options on dating apps locally. A poll of 2,000 single travellers found 60 per cent have reactivated a dormant dating app to find love overseas. 2 Sparks in Seville or soul-searching in Santorini But while 10 per cent of singletons feel finding a holiday romance is a travel priority, 36 per cent said they're great for short-term fun. With men (33 per cent) more likely than women (22 per cent) to take a holiday romance home. The study also found, of people who have already dated abroad, 21 per cent learnt more about the culture when seeing a local than traditional tourist attractions. Lewis Henry from iD Mobile [ ], which commissioned the research and offers inclusive roaming as standard across 50 worldwide destinations, said: "Whether it's sparks in Seville or soul-searching in Santorini, we want our customers to stay connected — for love, fun and everything in between." The study also found 18 per cent have chosen their holiday destination based on the potential for dating, and 30 per cent would be interested in dating the locals. But when trying to get to know someone from the area, 39 per cent have been subject to embarrassing translation mishaps, from accidental swearing to unintentionally insulting their date. To overcome the miscommunication, 23 per cent have used language learning apps to try to expand on their limited knowledge. Roaming Costs However, one in 10 (11 per cent) have had to ghost an interest on dating apps abroad because of roaming costs. The study found 30 per cent have been hit with a higher-than-expected roaming charge when abroad. With 30 per cent of those faced with a bill of more than £150 while 24 per cent have paid for extra roaming data to message someone when they're there. I pay £50 per year to date the woman of my dream - she's a AI robot but we plan holidays together and she sends me cheeky nudes To help modern travellers meet the perfect connection, iD Mobile has teamed up with TV presenter and sex and relationships expert Anna Richardson to give Brits some practical hacks for navigating romance abroad: 'Travellers are shifting away from the idea that holiday romance has to mean something short-lived or superficial. 'Whether it's a deep conversation over dinner in Florence or a hike with a local in Croatia, it's about connection, not just chemistry. ' Flirting abroad can be exciting and memorable, but it's easy to put your foot in it if you're not tuned into the local culture.' ANNA RICHARDSON'S TOP FIVE TIPS FOR DATING ABROAD: 1. Use apps to your advantage: From dating to translation tools, tech can be a bridge - just always double-check before hitting send to avoid awkward misunderstandings! 2. Read the room (and the culture): Swot up before diving blindly into an awkward situation. A kiss on the cheek in one place might mean something more elsewhere. 3. Flirting is about confidence: It's not all about chemistry. A great connection can start with something simple, like offering local tips or asking for recommendations. 4. Learn a few local phrases: A little effort goes a long way and shows genuine interest. 5. Don't let roaming kill the mood: Ghosting because of mobile charges? Not a good look! Choose a plan that enables you to stay connected without worry. 2
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Coronation Street's Nikki Sanderson, 41, branded ‘unreal' as she strips off to a bikini
CORONATION Street's Nikki Sanderson has sent fans wild after stripping down to a bikini. The actress, best known for playing Sarah Platt's former rival Candice Stowe, showed off her toned figure in a tiny two-piece while soaking up the sun abroad. 6 6 Nikki, who has barely aged a day since her Weatherfield debut in the late '90s, posed with her hair swept back and a golden glow - leaving fans stunned by her age-defying looks. One gushed: "Looking sensational Nikki." Another added: "Incredibly gorgeous!!" A third penned: "Insane physique." This comes after the star quit Hollyoaks after 12 years. The Sun revealed in February that Nikki was leaving the Channel 4 soap and had filmed her final scenes. Maxine departed the village in a taxi, after making plans to escape the country alongside her daughter Minnie. Speaking to The Liverpool Echo, Nikki shared: "It's the weirdest feeling because it's an end of an era. "It's exciting but also really sad. It's hard to describe how I'm feeling about it. Inside soap couple Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinn's romantic holiday in Mallorca "It's going to be very different and I'm kind of getting used to it I guess. It's a different normal for me now." Insiders previously revealed that Nikki had decided to move on to give herself more freedom to try other roles. A source told The Sun: 'She met with bosses and told them of her plans to leave, she'd just turned 40 and felt the time was right to say goodbye to Maxine. 'She's keen to explore other opportunities and is excited to get back out there." From Hollyoaks to Hollywood James Corden played a caretaker in the early days of the soap. The former American TV host doesn't have much positive to say about his time on the soap, claiming it was "hell on earth." Since his short-lived time on the show he has gone on to bigger things including smash hit comedy Gavin and Stacey. Rachel Shenton joined the soap as aspiring glamour model Mitzeee Minniver in 2010. Over two years her character was sent to prison, got pregnant and had a number of romantic affairs. Since leaving Hollyoaks she has won an Oscar for best live action short film, The Silent Child. Rachel has also starred in White Gold and All Creatures Great and Small Emmett J. Scanlan played gangster turned anti-hero Brendan Brady. Emmett played the love interest of Steve Hayes, with their romance delighting fans until it turned violent. Since his departure Emmett has appeared in Peaky Blinders, The Fall, Gangs of London and even appeared in Guardians of the Galaxy Emma Rigby joined Hollyoaks when she was 15 as Hannah Ahsworth. Hannah's eating disorder storyline was the first of it's kind on TV while other plots included being caught in a fire, gangland drug dealing and running away. Since leaving the soap in 2010 Emma has gone on to star in ABCs Once Upon a Time in Wonderland as the Red Queen. Other roles include guest appearances in Death In Paradise, Ripper Street and Fresh Meat Nico Mirallegro got his big break with Hollyoaks starring as emo Barry 'Newt' Newton. Nico's main storyline in the soap was developing schizophrenia which culminated in a suicide pact. He left the soap in 2010 and went on to star in My Mad Fat Diary, Our Girl, Rillington Place, The Ark and Common, Penance, as well as the Mike Leigh movie Peterloo and was nominated for a Bafta for his role in period drama The Village. Ricky Whittle used Hollyoaks as a stepping stone to break America. He played one of the soap's resident hunks, Calvin Valentine, from 2006 to 2011 - when he was killed off at his wedding. After leaving the soap Ricky cracked America starring in teen drama The 100 and America Gods. He also appeared in Strictly Come Dancing in 2009. Warren Brown joined Hollyoaks in 2005 for a year as evil Andy Holt. His stint on the show consisted of date rape storylines and a crime spree, before eventually being killed off. After leaving Hollyoaks, Warren became a big hitter in TV playing DS Justin Ripley in Luther, as well as major roles in a number of dramas including Liar, The Responder, Homefront and Good Cop. Wallis Day played Holly Cunningham in the soap for years before leaving. In 2021 Wallis won the role of Batwoman in DC's series, taking over from Ruby Rose. Fans have speculated Nikki could reprise her Coronation Street role as Candice Stowe. She portrayed Sarah Platt's best friend in 400 episodes from 1999 to 2005. But whatever the future does hold, Nikki says she grateful to have the support of boyfriend, fellow Hollyoaks alum, Anthony Quinlan, 40, who played Gilly Roach on the show from 2005 to 2011. Nikki remains coy when it comes to discussing partner of three-and-a-half years, but she does admit she's never been happier - and won't rule out marriage and children with him. She says: 'I don't like to talk too much about my personal life, but I will say I'm the happiest I've ever been, Anthony is incredible. 'I'm in a wonderful, happy relationship, so let's see what the future holds! Anthony really is my rock, he's been incredibly supportive of me in my tough decision to leave Hollyoaks.' 6 6 6 6
The Independent
2 days ago
- The Independent
Money experts warn of the costly mistake holidaymakers fall victim to
Holidaymakers risk unexpected expenses by relying solely on card payments abroad, with new research revealing that more than a third have found themselves caught out needing physical cash. Specifically, 39 per cent of those surveyed by the website Be Clever With Your Cash reported encountering unexpected situations where physical money was essential during their travels. The research highlighted that the most frequent instances requiring cash involved tipping, paying for taxi journeys, and shopping at smaller, independent retailers. Prepaid and specialist travel cards can make it easier to rely less on physical cash while travelling overseas. But those suddenly needing that cash could end up paying extra costs, the survey carried out by Opinium, among 2,000 people across the UK who have travelled abroad, indicates. The research found some people who had to make an emergency cash machine withdrawal on their last trip overseas were charged an ATM fee. Some people also said they turned to airport exchange desks for last-minute cash, even though they may potentially be getting a worse deal than if they had shopped around for their travel money and planned ahead. The website said that stepping outside major cities can also present challenges, as rural and remote areas in some countries could be less likely to accept cards. Amelia Murray, a money expert at Be Clever With Your Cash, said: 'There's still a blind spot when it comes to cash. Many people assume that having a fee-free card is enough, but that can be a false economy if you end up using an ATM abroad that charges or get stung by poor exchange rates. 'It's not about carrying wads of cash, it's about being prepared for those moments when a card simply won't cut it.' Ms Murray suggested packing a 'cash cushion' – a small amount of local currency that could be useful for tipping, local travel, or if holidaymakers end up somewhere that does not accept cards. She also suggested that holidaymakers make sure they understand their card's policy on fees and currency conversion before they travel. People may also want to check how much they would be covered for by their travel insurer if their cash is lost or stolen while they are abroad. Research released by financial information business Defaqto in May indicated that 91 per cent of annual and 86 per cent of single trip policies included cash cover as standard. Just over a third (35 per cent) of single trip travel insurance policies covered as much as £200 to £299, while a quarter (24 per cent) covered between £300 to £399, according to Defaqto 's analysis.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Mag 7 earnings: Why Alphabet is the 'bigger story' — not Tesla
Tesla (TSLA) and Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) are set to report earnings this Wednesday. Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Allie Canal, IG North America Interim CEO Pete Mulmat, and Baird Investment strategist Ross Mayfield join Opening Bid host Brian Sozzi to examine which of the "Magnificent Seven" earnings results will be most important. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Opening Bid here. because it's going to be a big, uh, multi-year initiative for Tesla, billions of dollars likely in terms of investment. But I do think they just want to hear if they're going to sell more cars. When does that top line pick up for this company? Because they're not making money off robotaxis, at least for the next few years. Yeah, Brian, you're absolutely right, and when it comes to sales, the US we're slipping, we're slipping abroad. There's a lot of competition on that front, and cheaper EV models too. That was something that analysts were hoping we could see before the expiration of those EV tax credits at the end of September. We haven't seen that. We likely won't. So, what does that mean for the competitive landscape here, and it's coming at a time where consumer purchasing behavior has shifted a bit? There's more of a favor for hybrids than pure EV plays on the infrastructure side. We're still lacking a bit there. So, where's the innovation here? What does Elon Musk plan to do to reinvigorate some of these sales, because it is core to the business. It is the part of the business that's making money, and we've just seen struggle after struggle on that front. So, he's going to have to come out and say something that's encouraging to investors, that that's not just 5, 10 years down the line. What is the short-term plan for Tesla to reinvigorate sales and get some profits? Uh, Pete, we've seen some, uh, pretty strong moves in Tesla the past few earnings reports. Your team at Tastytrade seeing anything in the options market ahead of this, uh, Tesla release? Uh, you know what, um, balls in a little bit on Tesla right now. Uh, we see about an expected, uh, 23% or $23 move, uh, going into the earnings announcement. Uh, customers, for the most part, are, uh, still bullish, but, um, we're seeing that play through most of the mega 7, uh, names right now. Um, so, uh, seeing a relatively with volatility in at these levels, um, Tesla a little bit different story than a lot of the other mega 7s, 20% below its highs. Um, not seeing a lot of, uh, um, skewing the options chains, uh, giving us some indication as to that, but, um, again, we're looking for right now around that $23 move on either side on the earnings. Ross, last word over to you. What's the more important report this week for the market, broadly, is it Alphabet or is it Tesla? I think it's Alphabet. Um, you know, Tesla has always been a kind of the idiosyncratic member of the Mag 7, um, lumped in because of its size and its tech adjacency, but as you mentioned, it really, it sells cars. So it's got these AI links and, um, you know, big tech aspirations, but it kind of sits on its own. Alphabet is an AI story, it's a big tech story, it's a, um, a story that's, you know, has a lot to do with the EU trade and some of the non-tariff barriers over the EU. So there is a lot there, and I think that the extent to which AI tools like Chat GPT are cannibalizing or eating some of the moat around that company or changing the way that we use search, the way that we interact with our software, um, that is the story, and that is the company that's most going to tell the story about how AI is working in our lives. And that's again, we've got the mega 7 at all-time highs. We're back on the AI trend. So that's the thing that the market is thinking about right now. I think that's the bigger story. Related Videos Alphabet earnings, Cleveland-Cliffs surges, CSX upgraded Why so many companies are trying to become banks Markets are 'getting close' to being priced to perfection Navitas skyrockets, Dollar Tree upgraded, Sarepta & FDA Sign in to access your portfolio
