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The Sun
11-07-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
‘It's unhinged', say shoppers about hot weather buy that guarantees a good night's sleep and only costs £5
SHOPPERS are raving about a hot weather buy that guarantees a good night's sleep and costs as little as £5 on the high street. With temperatures set to hit a scorching 32C this weekend, many Brits will be desperately looking for clever ways to cool down. 2 Some shoppers have revealed an "unhinged" hot weather hack they've found to get through the sticky, sleepless nights, with many hailing it a "lifesaver". Pet cooling mats can be found at many high street stores in the UK, and while they are intended to be used for cats and dogs, some people have been buying the gadgets for themselves. Commenting on a TikTok video calling for people to share their "unhinged tips on how to stay cool" during hot spells, one social media user wrote: "Borrowed my cat's gel cooling mat as she's uninterested in it and it's a lifesaver. "I'm considering getting a Labrador-sized one for more coverage." Another replied saying: "I did exactly that, it's amazing." The cooling mats can be found at many UK retailers, including Sainsbury's and B&Q, and cost as little as £5 for a small size. Unlike some other hot weather buys available right now, they also cost nothing to run as they require no water or electricity. Shoppers have also shared their tips for getting the most out of the cooling gadget, revealing they sleep with it under their bed sheets at night. Posting to the Aldi Aisle of Shame Community Facebook group, one wrote: "Whoever posted to use the dog cooling mat for yourself under the sheets…thank you!! "This is an amazing discovery! And it works!!!" Six items every UK driver should remove from cars this weekend Another commented: "I bought it and did the same, slept great the past 3 nights!" "I have been using mine for the last 3 summers!" another user wrote. "I put the mat at the bottom of the bed. Cools my legs and stays cool all night!" Some Reddit users have also been posting about the hack, with one posting to the online: "I bought a cooling mat used for dogs for myself. It is great!" They added: "I stumbled upon a cooling mat for dogs online that doesn't require cooling inserts or electricity and thought why not try it out. "It is great! It is not too cold to make you freeze but it cools my body done nicely." Where can I find the gadget? Sainsbury's is currently selling a cooling mat for small dogs for just £5. that provides "instant cooling", according to the retailer. The Weboox Pet Cooling Mat for Small Breeds is cool to the touch and gel based, requiring no water or electricity. It's also wipe clean and water resistant, featuring safe, non-toxic cooling gel. The mat is also available in a medium size for £10. B&Q is also offering a cooling mat for under £6. Its Pets Self Cooling Gel Mat For Cats & Dogs measures 40X50cm and costs £5.95. Morrisons is selling a Furdreams Pet Cooling Mat in medium for £7, which the retailer describes as easy to clean, portable and versatile for home, travel, or outdoor use. Tesco is selling a larger pet cooling mat, which is on sale at £11.47, reduced from £15.29. "COOLER Pet Cooling Mat is an essential accessory for those hot summer days, this cooling mat will help to regulate your pet's temperature and prevent overheating," Tesco says on its website. How to keep cool in hot weather Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Lidl is selling £11 bedroom essential that'll keep you cool during hot summer nights – and it costs nothing to run
LIDL has launched a summer bedroom essential that could be the answer to sticky, sleepless nights – and it'll only set you back a tenner. If you've spent the last few weeks tossing and turning through the night, it means it might be time to switch out that winter duvet. 2 Luckily, Lidl has just the thing to help you keep your cool. The Livarno Home Double TopCool Duvet has landed in Lidl stores just in time for the heatwave, and it's a total game-changer for sweaty summer nights. Designed to keep you cool and comfy, the ultra-light duvet features a micro-fine cover that cleverly regulates moisture and body temperature. It's ideal for double beds, with a soft and fluffy polyester filling that still feels cosy without the stifling heat. It's also machine washable at 60°C and perfect for spring and summer snoozing. And best of all, unlike noisy fans or pricey air cons, it costs nothing to run. The duvet retails for £10.99 and is only available in Lidl stores. Stock may vary depending on your local branch so it's worth giving them a quick call before making the trip. Price check The £10.99 price tag makes it one of the cheapest cooling duvets on the market right now. On Amazon, a similar 'Cooling Blanket for Night Sweats' also costs £10.99 – but there's a catch. Stop Making This Air Conditioning Mistake: How to Slash Your Summer Energy Bill Delivery will set you back another £6.99, bringing the total to £17.98. John Lewis is selling a Snuggledown Cooling Blanket and Pillowcase set for £18, but again – that's online only, and more expensive. The Fogarty Temperature Regulating Wool All Seasons Duvet, now £56 , down from £70, is ideal for keeping cool during muggy nights. However, it is much more expensive than Lidl's offer. It's always worth comparing prices across stores to make sure you're getting the best value for money. How to compare prices to get the best deal JUST because something is on offer, or is part of a sale, it doesn't mean it's always a good deal. There are plenty of comparison websites out there that'll check prices for you - so don't be left paying more than you have to. Most of them work by comparing the prices across hundreds of retailers. Here are some that we recommend: Google Shopping is a tool that lets users search for and compare prices for products across the web. Simply type in keywords, or a product number, to bring up search results. Price Spy logs the history of how much something costs from over 3,000 different retailers, including Argos, Amazon, eBay and the supermarkets. Once you select an individual product you can quickly compare which stores have the best price and which have it in stock. Idealo is another website that lets you compare prices between retailers. All shoppers need to do is search for the item they need and the website will rank them from the cheapest to the most expensive one. CamelCamelCamel only works on goods being sold on Amazon. To use it, type in the URL of the product you want to check the price of. More ways to beat the heat Lidl's duvet isn't the only sizzling summer bargain doing the rounds. Home Bargains is currently selling a Pifco Cordless Neck Fan for just £4.99 – a total steal compared to pricier versions at John Lewis and Dunelm. The fan has been flying off shelves, with one model, the Pifco Hands Free Wearable Fan, already sold out online in both black and white. Parents are loving the Pure Baby Clip-On Stroller Fan, available for £3.49, while Pifco Mini Handheld Fans are going for just 99p. And if you're looking to stock up, you can grab a three-pack of Water Mist Spray Fans for £5.97. Heatwave essentials As the UK braces for temperatures up to 33°C, shoppers are scrambling for ways to stay cool without breaking the bank. Over at B&Q, a fan costing under £50 is getting rave reviews from customers who say it's 'so quiet you can barely hear it' – perfect for light sleepers. Meanwhile, Dunelm is selling a colourful Mini Handheld Fan for just £1.50, and has slashed 20% off its temperature-regulating duvets. With the heat ramping up and cooling products flying off shelves, now's the time to grab a bargain before they're all gone. If you're trying to work out which is the best hand held fan to buy ahead of the anticipated UK heatwave, we've reviewed the products from a range of high street retailers to find our favourite. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Oodie launches summer-ready cooling blanket featuring innovative fabric technology to keep hot sleepers cosy and cool
The brand behind the world's most popular wearable blanket is now inviting hot sleepers to switch to its cooling blanket ahead of summer. And fans can't wait. Viral brand Oodie has launched its warm weather range, which includes a cooling blanket that promises to help you say goodbye to restless, sweaty nights. Three times more breathable than cotton, the blanket wicks away moisture and heat and could be the secret to a more refreshing night's sleep. Oodie Cooling Blanket Struggling to sleep in the heat? The filling is made with a nylon and elastane blend that is three times cooler than cotton for a cool-to-touch sensation, perfect for keeping you comfortable in warmer conditions. With lightweight insulation and added softness without overheating, it could be the secret to keep you cosy yet comfortable when temperatures rise, or for those troublesome night sweats. £99 Shop Oodie redefined cosy with its viral range of oversized wearable blankets and onesies, but now the brand has turned down the temperature with the Oodie summer shop. The brand has just dropped a refreshing collection of lightweight, breathable essentials designed to keep you cool this summer. From cooling blankets to rompers and wearable towels, there's plenty to keep you comfortable when temperatures soar. And frustrated sleepers are going to want to bookmark Oodie's Cooling Blanket. Three times more breathable than cotton, not only is it cool to the touch but it's also moisture-wicking, helping regulate your body temperature for a better night rest. The original Oodie blanket hoodie hybrid went viral as a clever way to beat the chill without having to turn your heating on amid the cost of living crisis. Now, Oodie is expanding its collection with a new cooling blanket that aims to keep you cool without fans - and it has landed just ahead of summer. The £99 Cooling Blanket will no doubt appeal to hot sleepers and those dealing with frustrating night sweats. The real USP here is that it's made with a Qmax score of 0.32 making it feel up to five degrees cooler than your body. Thanks to the nylon, elastane blend it is three times cooler than cotton so feels noticeably cooler on the skin, helping to wick away heat and moisture to keep tossing and turning at bay. As well as a crisp, refreshing feel, the lightweight Oodie Cooling Blanket also feels silky soft on the skin, so you won't have to compromise on cosy comfort during the summer months. The Oodie Summer Shop also offers equally as technical elements in their other summer-ready products. From temperature-regulating PJs designed to regulate your temperature while you sleep to lightweight poncho towels and oversized sleep tees, the collection is already drumming up a lot of praise. 'These are the most comfortable and lightweight pjs I've ever worn,' raved one Oodie shopper. 'I no longer wake up covered in sweat, I sleep the whole night comfortably. I highly recommend these pjs, you won't be sorry!'. Oodie Summer Shop Oodie Cooling Wide Leg PJ Bottom For those that love to stay cosy at night with a long set of pyjamas comes Oodie's new warming range, perfect for the warmer summer months. Naturally cooling, breathable, and silky soft the modal blend is 21 per cent more breathable than regular cotton jersey PJs, so you stay cool all night long. £39 Shop Oodie Long Navy Pin Stripe Poncho Towel Perfect for days spent by the pool or beach, the Oodie poncho towel is lightweight, dries fast, and is extra long to make changing easy. Better still, it blocks 98 per cent of harmful UV rays so you can enjoy long summer days safely. £65 Shop
Daily Mail
11-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Retired couple went on a six-month holiday...and came home to 'find a newbuild estate with 129 houses being built next door'
A couple have said they are having 'sleepless nights' after they returned home from a holiday to find a new estate had been built next door. Martine Le Barth, 75, and her husband say they have had their quality of life compromised by homes being built just beyond their garden fence. The couple say that sunlight has now been blocked from their home and people can now see into their bedrooms. They moved to South Molton's Parklands Estate in Devon in 1992. Martine claims they were given assurances that the land behind their home would remain undeveloped. Upon returning from a six-month holiday, they were then 'flabbergasted' to discover two-storey houses had been built next to their bungalow. They say the ongoing construction has robbed them of 'their privacy' and given them rude awakenings with loud banghing at 7am. The developer said there had been no amendments to the application since its approval in 2021 and the local planning authority conducted the required consultation process with residents at the time. Martine said: 'My mental health has been really affected and my sleeping pattern too. 'It is getting me awake at night. Over three nights I must have managed to sleep 6 or 7 hours at the most - it is bad. 'Our house went from being the most desirable to the least desirable with those big buildings so close to us.' The new houses are part of Tilia Homes' Cashmere Park development, which was approved by North Devon Council in 2021. The scheme includes 129 two to four-bedroom homes, more than 20 per cent of which will be affordable housing. The development will also feature two acres of public open space, a children's play area and biodiversity enhancements. But Martine claims they were unaware of any formal consultation on the current scheme. She stated: 'We were flabbergasted when we came back after Christmas and saw that they built two-story houses next us very very close. 'The problem is we didn't know what was going on because they sent us the wrong plan originally which was for another development and then there was a consultation which I assumed was when we were gone for six months when our granddaughter was born. 'But then I've realised it was in the summer 2021 when we were here and it says in the minutes of the consultation that no neighbours were there - no wonder because no one was told about it.' The local planning authority said that residents had been notified about the plans. At first the family's problems began with the banging noises from the builders who would start at 7am and wake them up - taking a toll on the family's mental health. But despite the loud banging issue being resolved, light into the family's bedroom, study and garden has been blocked by the new development, said Martine. She says she is now unable to dry her clothes outside as the properties block the sun from her garden. She said: 'I have been really upset about it. They blocked the sunshine as well because they are on the western side of us so I can't put my washing to dry on the line anymore. 'There is no light coming to the family's study. 'My grandchildren came for three weeks and when it is sunny we eat in the garden. Those people will see us directly.' She claims that despite complaining to the planning department their requests 'have been ignored'. Martine said: 'We've asked for some frosted windows because we have lost all privacy - they have got a view of our bedroom and the study. 'They actually look down into our rooms, our living quarters. Our request for frosted windows as been ignored.' Moving out would be a 'tall order', added Martine, who says they will likely keep living in the house. She said: 'I think we will stay there and live next to those houses but our own house will have lost a lot of value and when we die our children won't get the value the house could have had in the first place. 'Our house went from being the most desirable to the least desirable with those big buildings so close to us.' A spokesperson for Tilia Homes said: 'As a considerate developer, Tilia Homes is committed to minimising disruption to local residents while delivering much-needed homes in South Molton. We understand that construction activity can be challenging for neighbours, and we are actively working to ensure any impact is kept to a minimum. 'Our Cashmere Park development, approved by North Devon Council in 2021, will deliver 129 two to four-bedroom homes, with over 20 per cent allocated as affordable housing. 'The scheme includes two acres of public open space, a children's play area, and biodiversity enhancements, including the retention of mature trees. We have also pledged more than £1.4 million in community contributions for education, public transport, and local infrastructure improvements. 'We would like to reassure residents that all construction is being carried out in accordance with the approved planning layout, which has not changed since permission was granted. 'This layout reflects the design and positioning agreed by the local authority following the statutory planning process. 'Our permitted working hours are 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays. 'These hours are clearly communicated to all contractors, and our site manager oversees daily compliance. If any residents experience activity outside of these times, we encourage them to report it directly so we can investigate promptly. 'We believe that Cashmere Park will make a positive, lasting contribution to South Molton, creating not just homes, but a thriving community. 'We sincerely appreciate residents' patience during construction, and we will be contacting Mr and Mrs Le Barth to discuss their concerns directly with them.' A spokesperson for North Devon Council said: 'This matter is currently being dealt with through our feedback and complaints procedure. 'However, the impact of new development on existing and future residents is a matter that is duly considered by planning officers as part of the planning process.'
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Victoria Beckham's 'sleepless nights' over rift with son Brooklyn amid fears the family won't be able to fix things
Victoria Beckham has reportedly been having 'sleepless nights' amid her ongoing rift with her son Brooklyn. The fashion designer, 51, and her husband David, 50, are said to have been left heartbroken at the distance that has grown between them and their eldest son. The Beckham family have been at the centre of a feud that has pitted Brooklyn, 26, and his wife Nicola Peltz, 29, on one side, and the rest of the family on the other. Things came to a head when Brooklyn and Nicola were no shows at any of David's 50th birthday celebrations last week, with The Mail revealing that Romeo's girlfriend Kim Turnbull has been made the 'scapegoat' in the feud. Now, it has been claimed that Victoria has been left having 'sleepless nights' over the ongoing rift, which has been described as her 'worst nightmare'. A source told The Sun: 'This is Victoria's worst nightmare. The thought of any of her children falling out gives her sleepless nights. 'It's been difficult with Brooklyn since he met Nicola, and there's no denying that there was a family fallout over their wedding. 'But Victoria and David have worked hard to get things back on track, so this is a real blow.' It has also been claimed that Victoria and David are 'near breaking point' over the ongoing feud and there are fears the family might not come back from it. 'David and Victoria are over it,' the source told US Weekly. 'They've thrown in the towel over the whole thing.' MailOnline has contacted a representative for the Beckhams for comment. Elsewhere on Tuesday, Victoria took to Instagram to promote her business ventures as she remained silent on the ongoing rift claims. She shared a photograph with fashion critic Osama Chabbi, who recently interviewed her in Dubai as part of his series, where he has conversations with fashion designers. It comes after her social media has been filled with photographs from various parties held to celebrate David's 50th birthday last week, including a bash at their Cotswolds home. The fun-filled celebrations culminated with a massive party held at London's esteemed Michelin-star restaurant Core on Saturday night. The bash was attended by A-list stars including Tom Cruise while David and Victoria's children Romeo, 22, Cruz, 20, and Harper, 13, all attended, though Brooklyn was notably absent. It was claimed Brooklyn and Nicola pulled out of attending the Met Gala with the intention of attending David's birthday party, but were no shows at both events. According to The Sun, Brooklyn was planning to attend David's 50th birthday party, but felt too uncomfortable to come after he felt Nicola was being blamed for the rift with his family. An insider claimed: 'They cancelled plans to attend the Met because they really intended to be at David's party on Saturday. 'But Brooklyn is really upset that blame for the rift has been levelled at Nicola. 'She has never told him what to do and has been nothing but supportive — she's a loyal wife.' Claims that Brooklyn and Nicola were rebuffed when they asked David and Victoria to celebrate David's birthday privately were also said to be untrue. Sources close to Nicola told US website TMZ they wanted 'to get together privately' to avoid Romeo's girlfriend Kim Turnbull as the couple are said to 'have a problem' with her. Brooklyn missed out on David's early celebrations in Miami last month as well as parties in the Cotswolds, France and London this week. Following the birthday party snub, it was revealed Brooklyn also declined an invitation by his father to join him and his brothers on a 'boys' fishing trip to celebrate his 50th. The Mail revealed David invited Brooklyn on a short break six months ago when he began planning, yet his son failed to go despite arriving in the UK the day he went with Romeo and Cruz. Sources have suggested that Brooklyn's decision was influenced by his American actress wife Nicola, 30. 'Brooklyn was asked to join them ages ago,' one claimed. 'Then he came to London in time but he didn't go. Once again David made the best of things and had a great time with Cruz and Romeo.' David still offered an olive branch to his son as he shared snaps from the trip, as he captioned one of his posts: 'You were missed @brooklynbeckham.' The Mail revealed Romeo's girlfriend Kim Turnbull is being made the 'scapegoat' in the feud between Brooklyn and David - with Nicola 'at the centre' of the rift. Kim and Brooklyn were undeniably close for a brief period – as photographs of them together in 2016 show - but suggestions that they were ever an item are wide of the mark, according to well-informed sources who spoke to The Mail. In fact, younger brother Cruz, 20, personally shut down the gossip recently when he responded to an Instagram post showing a picture of Romeo and Kim together. In a now-deleted message, one user commented: 'It's appropriate to date your brother's ex too? Cool.' Cruz replied: 'Brooklyn and Kim never dated.' One friend told the Mail's Katie Hind at the weekend: 'This is nothing to do with Kim and is all about Nicola. 'All David and Victoria want is their son back – and they will be there to welcome him any time.' Family friends claim Brooklyn's wife has a pattern of 'starting an argument' before family events and then preventing her husband from attending. Some believe that friends of Nicola have been behind the briefings about Kim being the cause of Brooklyn's rift with his family, some of which went so far to claim that he had told them he refused to come to any event at which Kim was present. A source close to the family told MailOnline: 'Brooklyn was close to Kim because she was dating Rocco and they all hung out in a tightknit friendship group. But that was years ago. Brooklyn and Kim were close, but there was never any romance. 'It seems Nicola doesn't like Brooklyn spending any time with the Beckhams full stop and is using his previous closeness to Kim and her getting in with the family as a reason to not be around them. 'She denies it, but Nicola has been controlling him since the wedding. The family - including the brothers - have had enough of it. 'This is the narrative that's been put out to other news outlets, that Romeo is dating his brother's ex-girlfriend - and that's really weird, so that's why they wouldn't want to be around the family when she is there. 'But none of this is true. And it's really upset Romeo and his parents because Kim is seemingly being used by Nicola as a reason to start the rift. Romeo is furious at the suggestion that he would bring an ex-girlfriend of Brooklyn into the family when there never was any romance.'
