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Daily Mail
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Wimbledon-inspired homeware to serve in style this summer - with on-trend buys from John Lewis, Le Creuset, Cath Kidston and more
With Wimbledon just around the corner, it's not only Centre Court that's getting a seasonal refresh - your home and garden deserve a little courtside chic, too. Whether you're planning a viewing party, a sun-soaked garden picnic, or simply want to channel that iconic British summer spirit, now's the time to set the scene with playful, tennis-ready touches. This year's homeware collections are serving up all the charm and colour you need to entertain in style. Think strawberry motifs, gingham prints, bold glassware and plenty of nods to classic English nostalgia. Scroll on for our edit of the best Wimbledon-ready homeware to ace your summer entertaining - no tennis skills required.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I'm Sorry Millennials, But There's Absolutely Zero Chance You Will Be Able To Pass This Quiz...Plus Four More Quizzes You Might Do Well On
The aim of these quizzes is to distinguish all the millennials out there from Gen Z, Gen X, or cuspers on either end. Nobody's saying any one generation is better than the other, only that there are certain things the millennial mind will remember a bit better. 1.I'm Sorry Millennials, But There's Absolutely Zero Chance You Will Be Able To Pass This Quiz In theory, millennials shouldn't do so great on this quiz unless you were particularly observant and have a great memory. Are you up for the challenge? Take the quiz here. Related: Most People Can't Make It To Letter Q Or Further In This Alphabetical Logo Quiz — Can You? Millennial Women Will Remember What These Specific Products From The '90s And 2000s Are These products were incredibly popular among teenagers in their heyday, so if you're the right age you'll definitely remember them. Take the quiz here. Related: If You Get 12/15 On This Honors Vocab Quiz, Your IQ Has To Be At Least 150 Officially An Elder Millennial Or Young Gen X'er If You've Done Half Of These 48 Things (Unless You Lie And Say You Did) This quiz won't ask you to recognize any more ancient artifacts, but it will ask you to admit if you ever did something as embarrassing as drawing a fingerstache or wearing a fedora. Take the quiz here. Millennials Will Be Able To Correctly Answer These Real Jeopardy! Questions About 1990s Movie Quotes Really, anyone with good taste should recognize these movie lines. But millennials should find these Jeopardy! questions especially easy. Take the quiz here. Millennials, If These 31 Films Aren't On Your Watched List, Are You Really One Of Us? No right or wrong answers here. We just want to know if you're familiar with these cinematic touchstones of millennial culture. Take the quiz here. Also in BuzzFeed: This 30-Question Quiz About Your Life Will Reveal Your Entire Personality Type Also in BuzzFeed: I'm Sorry, But I HIGHLY Doubt Anyone Can Name 16/16 Of These Logos Based On Their Mascots Alone Also in BuzzFeed: 18 Facts That Are So Creepy, I Looked Around In Paranoia After I Read Them
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gen Z is swapping their smartphones for this retro alternative: ‘Need a social media detox'
Young folks are desperately trying to reconnect with the world around them. The method many have chosen? 'Dumbphones' — otherwise known as the millennial-era Blackberry. Ironically, Gen-Z is taking to social media — which isn't even supported on a dumbphones — to spread the word. For months now, users ranging in age from mid-20s to late teens have been demonstrating interest in 'retro' technology like Walkmans, iPods and digital cameras. But the latest Y2K craze has older generations positively baffled. A quick TikTok search under the keyword 'Blackberry' will display thousands upon thousands of videos of Gen-Zers purchasing shelved Blackberry phones off of eBay or digging them out of their parents' closets, decorating them with rhinestones and keychains, and flaunting clicky ASMR-worthy keyboards. For many, the Blackberry craze is a continuation of 2000s nostalgia-core, a time when aesthetics like Britney Spears-esque McBling, cyberfuturism and Frutiger Aero ruled the trends. 'We've come full circle,' declare dozens of comments under posts by TikTok content creators like @notchonnie, who uses her platform to show off her massive retro tech collection 'I'm so sick of Apple, I would give up just about everything for a BlackBerry!' one user wrote. Commenters also shared how they scoured sites like Facebook Marketplace, eBay, and Back Market in search of Blackberry phones to supplant their modern smartphones. For just a few hundred dollars, these tech-tired Gen-Zers purchase peace of mind — and plenty of questions from older generations who no doubt remember the spotty service, super-small keyboards, and less-than-intuitive user interfaces. Compared to the price of a new iPhone, which these days can cost upwards of a thousand dollars, and unlimited data plans that run users up to $70 a month, younger generations see the Blackberry as a no-brainer. For many, the growing anti-smartphone movement is also a way to genuinely embrace the offline world and be more mindful about content consumption. 'The smartphone is not a source of enjoyment anymore,' Pascal Forget, a tech columnist in Montreal, told CBC News. 'It used to be fun, but now [people are] addicted to it, so they want to go back to simpler times using a simpler device.' 'These are supposed to be the best moments of our life, but you look around and people are scrolling,' Sammy Palazzolo, a TikTok content creator who uses a flip phone part-time, told USA Today. Though they've grown up in the digital age, Gen Zers, and even older members of Gen Alpha, are starting to catch on — no matter where you look these days, everyone is glued to their phone. According to a 2024 Pew Research Center study on the subject, nearly half of teenagers today say they're online 'almost constantly,' compared to ten years ago, when 24% of teens answered the same. Some have even reported feeling the phantom buzz of a smartphone notification, and others have said that tapping the 'on' button is now nothing less than a reflex. 'It just basically created this pattern where I was anxious, and so I'd open my smartphone, and then I would hate myself for opening my smartphone, which made me more anxious,' Charlie Fisher, a 20-year-old college student, told USA Today. In facilitating his digital detox, Fisher ditched his iPhone for a flip phone, and according to him, he hasn't looked back since. 'I've been seeing things more like when I was a kid,' Fisher continued, elaborating on his newly-found phone-free lifestyle. 'You really see things for how they are in the physical world, and your emotions are really attached to that.' Flip-phones and 2000s-era tech like the BlackBerry aren't just cheaper. According to Gen-Z, they promote spending more quality time with family and friends, exploring other hobbies outside of doomscrolling and binge-watching, and finding a healthier work-life balance, which begs the question: are the kids actually onto something?
ABC News
15 hours ago
- General
- ABC News
Volunteer shortages, rising cost of food and staff putting school canteens at risk
For many Australians their school canteen order is a lasting memory. Merryn Bailey remembers writing hers on a brown paper bag. Gabe Hanmer remembers ordering pizza pockets or chicken and rice curry. Amanda Sinclair grew up in the Northern Territory. "We had school canteen once a week on Mondays. You put your $2 in your brown paper bag and you get to choose between a meat pie and a sausage roll, and either a little carton of choccy milk or orange juice," she said. For decades, canteens or tuckshops have held a special place in Australian school life. Leanne Elliston from the Federation of Canteens in Schools (FOCIS) said the nostalgia around school canteens is unsurprising. She said for many children it's the "sheer excitement" of being able to choose what food they buy and eat, often for the first time in their lives. Canteens can also provide a safety net for busy parents who don't have time to prepare a lunch box. The canteen at Kingston Primary School in southern Tasmania is run by paid staff and volunteer parents. Pretty much everything on the menu is made from scratch, including lasagne, vegetable korma, salad wraps, toasties and apple chips. Unlike the canteens of old, party pies are only served on special occasions. Kingston Primary School's canteen coordinator, Wendy Thomson, said the canteen was a magnet for students. "They love the time to come in and count their own money, make their own choices. They all get a say in what's going into the menu, they come in and help us prepare it," Ms Thomson said. The Kingston canteen does more than just sell food, it also runs a breakfast and lunch program for kids who need it. "We have free lunches for sections of the school. They come in and sit at the table and have a hot meal," Ms Thomson said. Toasties are on hand for kids who forget their lunch or who need to eat before taking medications. There is also a constant supply of free apples from a nearby orchard. Jen Lea, a project officer from not-for-profit organisation School Food Matters said the group had been actively trying to promote healthier lunch options. "We have been working with canteens for about 30 years trying to improve the fare and encouraging schools to cook from scratch and use fresh and local seasonal produce." Despite their popularity, some school canteens are struggling to survive. The rising cost of food and a shortage of volunteers means many are cutting back the days they open or closing altogether. Many Tasmanian schools — with the exception of public, Catholic and independent schools — do not provide funding for school canteens. They're often managed by parent volunteer groups or the school might outsource the running of the canteen to an external business. The federation is calling on state and federal governments to provide money for staffing and equipment in school canteens. The federation would also like to see canteens have better access to cheaper food through bulk purchasing arrangements. "Well-fed children contribute to better educational and long-term health outcomes," Ms Elliston said. In a statement, federal Education Minister Jason Clare said an agreement with every state and territory would see a $16.5 billion investment in public education over the next decade. "This is a game changer for public education and it's a life changer for our kids at school today, kids that will be at school in the next few years, and children that aren't even born yet," he said. "This funding isn't a blank cheque. It will be tied to reforms to help kids catch up, keep up and finish school. The sort of thing that all parents expect."
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Daily Mail
Beloved major airline is finally flying again - but it will cost you £45,000 for a seat
This week, for the first time in 34 years, a Pan Am aircraft touched down in the UK - its tail adorned with the airline's instantly recognisable 'blue globe' logo, glistening in the Stansted sunshine. The Boeing 757, with only business-class seats, had crossed the Atlantic carrying more than just passengers – it brought with it a wave of jet-set nostalgia. Pan Am – officially Pan American World Airways – was once the epitome of glamour in the skies. Founded in 1927, it revolutionised international air travel and came to symbolise American sophistication and ambition. With white-gloved service, lobster dinners, onboard lounges and elegant cabin crew in crisp blue uniforms, flying Pan Am wasn't just about getting from A to B, it was an experience. The airline was a status symbol for celebrities, diplomats, and the global elite. It pioneered long-haul international travel, operated the first regular transatlantic and transpacific services, and introduced the world to the Boeing 747. At its peak, Pan Am flew to more than 80 countries and became the very image of the Golden Age of aviation. The sight of stylish flight attendants strolling arm-in-arm with dashing pilots caused a stir in terminals around the world. But by 1991, Pan Am had collapsed – undone by financial troubles, deregulation and the Lockerbie bombing in 1988. Now, Pan Am is back – at least in spirit. American tour operator Criterion Travel, in partnership with private jet specialist Bartelings, has launched a 12-day ultra-luxury itinerary for the super-rich, reviving the Pan Am name for an immersive nostalgia trip like no other. The 'Tracing the Transatlantic' journey follows the early routes of the original Pan Am flying boats, from New York to Bermuda, Lisbon, Marseille, London, and Foynes in Ireland – each stop a luxurious tribute to a bygone era. Guests – just 35 of them – travel aboard a plush 757 named Yankee Clipper II, a nod to one of Pan Am's most famous flying boats. On board, vintage boarding music from the 1970's plays, cabin crew don original uniforms (complete with pillbox hats), there's an open bar and the service is straight out of the airline's glory days. Even the menus tip their hat to the past: caviar was served between Bermuda and Lisbon – though sadly, the famous chateaubriand carved at your seat is no longer an option (carving knives no longer welcome on aircraft). In Foynes, passengers get to visit the Flying Boat Museum, home to the world's only B-314 flying boat replica – once a mainstay of Pan Am's 1940s fleet. At other stops, talks have been given by past crew members reliving their younger days in the sky. Flight attendant Anna Maria Aevarsdottir, who normally flies for Icelandair, joined the project for the chance to step back in time. 'When we put on the uniform in the morning, we feel like we're part of something much bigger,' she said. 'The Pan Am women were icons of their time, very elegant, capable and adventurous. We feel really proud to be carrying on their legacy across the Atlantic.' She and her colleagues prepared by watching Pan Am documentaries, listening to aviation podcasts, and even binge-watching the Pan Am TV drama starring Margot Robbie. Among the passengers were three former Pan Am flight attendants – one even brought her original uniform and wore it to dinner. Two other travellers, sisters, were retracing their own family history: their father began his Pan Am flying career on the flying boats and retired piloting the 747. Texas couple Phil and his wife Quito Bailey are seasoned travellers but have relished this unusual odyssey. 'The most magnificent experience we've ever had travelling,' said Phil. 'We are running out of adjectives to describe it.' While not all aboard had a personal connection to the airline, Craig Carter, CEO of the revived Pan American World Airlines brand and host of the journey, summed it up: 'If they weren't Pan Am fans when they boarded, they're Pan Am true blue now.' The fare for the nostalgic all-inclusive trip? A sky-high $60,000 (£43,500) per passenger. And that's just the beginning. A 21-day Transpacific journey is planned for later this year, priced at an eye-watering $95,000 (£75,000), with a round-the-world tour coming in 2027 to mark Pan Am's 100th anniversary. For those not quite ready to splurge on that kind of airfare, more accessible tributes to the airline's legacy are in the works. A new Pan Am-themed hotel is set to open in California next year. The Pan Am Experience is an immersive dining event in LA where you can enjoy Pan Am service without leaving the ground, and talks are underway about future commercial flights. The iconic 'blue globe' is back in action – reviving the memory of when flying truly was half the fun.
