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Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa is best known for her Grammy-winning music, but she also happens to be a major foodie. Whether she’s cooking up a storm on her Service 95 YouTube channel or sharing dinner party tips via the platform’s newsletter, the singer’s good taste won’t come as a surprise to fans.

She even made headlines last year when she revealed to BBC Radio 1 that she enjoys adding sea salt and olive oil to vanilla ice cream. “So many people that I’ve shown it to, I’ve brought to the dark side”, Dua joked. Her latest recipe recommendation hasn’t received quite the same welcome, though.

Over the weekend, Dua shocked fans when she mixed pickle juice and jalapeño sauce into a Diet Coke, creating a drink that’s divided the internet. But having tested the concoction, I think she’s onto something — despite being the fussiest person I know.

For a little context, I’m one of those people who always favours plain flavours. My go-to order is a cheese and tomato pizza, if I go to Nando’s, you can bet I’m steering clear of the Peri-Peri sauce, and I’d rather have a glass of water than a Diet Coke. Sorry, I know. I’m trying to be more adventurous.

But my point is that anyone placing bets ought to have guessed I’d hate Dua’s latest creation, and yet I was pleasantly surprised. I was firmly on #teamno when it came to recommending that Diet Coke be consumed straight from the can.

Many Coke fans were uneasy about Dua’s drink after she shared her recipe on TikTok. While many said they’d love to try the concoction, others asked: “Dua are you OK hun”? One of the more strongly opposed commenters added: “Dua, is this a prank!”? Meanwhile, another disbeliever, one of my colleagues, said: “The sound of it makes me gag”!

Thankfully, I didn’t gag when I tried the drink, mixed with a generous drizzle of the extra ingredients. I found the smell quite overpowering, but the unexpected flavour combination worked. The ‘ hot ‘ Old El Paso Jalapeños I used masked any vinegar taste, and I didn’t mind the kick.

I returned the drink after being skeptical that I had enjoyed it too much and choosing not to finish it because the aftertaste was strong and my throat was tingling at the time.

I’ve seen a lot of positive reactions on TikTok among those who have tasted the beverage. @logagm, for instance, seemingly loved the drink. “I feel like this is going to be so refreshing. I love pickles, and I love spicy food”, the creator shared before trying the drink. “Oh, wow, that’s good. It’s actually so much better than I expected”, they added after giving it a go.

Additionally, drinking pickle juice has a variety of health advantages, despite the fact that I don’t advise consuming a lot of spicy Diet Cokes to increase your intake. But it is worth mentioning drinking pickle juice can improve your gut health, aid post-workout recovery, and help hangovers, according to Mirafit.

If you’re trying to persuade your mates to try the drink with you, there’s something you could say. I would highly suggest it to fans of Diet Coke and spice lovers. It might just be your new go-to drink.

We have good news for those of you who have long a lust for the legendary Shark FlexStyle. The iconic hair tool has been discounted in Amazon’s epic Prime Day sale, so it’s now a good time to purchase.

The popular hair tool is currently on offer, discounted down from £319.99 to £229.99, a handy saving of 28%.

The Dyson Airwrap 5 in 1 set is a great choice for those looking for a cheaper alternative to Dyson’s well-known but pricey Dyson Airwrap.

The Shark FlexStyle boasts a very similar design, but will save shoppers around £200 without sacrificing performance, after all Shark and Dyson are natural competitors.

The Shark FlexStyle has 5 attachments, so you can dry, style, straighten and curl easily and quickly. Then, all you have to do is “with a single twist” the attachment, which will transform the powerful hair dryer into a styler.

Amazing Dr. Jart Cicaplast is significantly less expensive than Amazon in a rival Prime Day deal.

The Styling Concentrator will dry and smooth your hair simultaneously, while the Oval Brush is ideal for a simple at-home blow dry. The FrizzFighter Finishing Tool is ideal for removing flyaways and reducing frizz.

However, our attention has been drawn to the Auto-Wrap Curlers. They automatically wrap the hair around the barrel using game-changing Coanda Technology. They grab and wrap your hair around the barrel, so it couldn’t be easier, with a 24mm and 32mm barrel to choose from depending on what look you’re trying to achieve.

But don’t take our word for it. With an average 4.4 rating, they are a huge hit with shoppers with several glowing reviews. The “Shark styler is amazing,” according to one customer, adding that “I have used many styling tools, and this is by far the best and easiest to use, and it produces amazing results.”

One commentator states “very pleased” and “love being able to convert the appliance to a hairdryer by twisting.” Excellent attachments that are both simple to use and effective. Hair dries quickly, and styling tools are easier to use than competition. Value for money”.

While a third adds, “I purchased this in the Prime Sale, having wanted one for ages,” and states, “It’ll change your life.” If I had known how simple and brilliant this was to use, I would have paid full price.

I’m a little pointless when styling my hair, but this makes it so simple. I can have a head of curls in 20 minutes (shoulder-length hair) or smooth and sleek or bouncy.

“Love love love”!

Still considering buying the Dyson Airwrap? Well, we have good news there too. The Dyson Airwrap Origin Styler is on offer at Boots, and is reduced to £279.99 from £400 too.

Idris Elba, a former British actor and Golden Globe winner, was clearly not just a guest as he entered the Accra auditorium of the Africa Cinema Summit.

The Oscar-winning actor, who was raised in London and has a Sierra Leonean father and a Ghanaian mother, spoke at the continent’s biggest film industry event as a passionate supporter of the future of African cinema.

Elba, who has starred in Africa-focused films such as “Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” and the shot-in-Ghana “Beasts of No Nation”, has long been vocal about his deep-rooted connection to the continent.

Elba served as an ambassador for the value of African stories and how to best communicate them to the world at this year’s summit, which brings together industry stakeholders.

African cinema’s future

“African cinema is not young. We’ve been around for a long time”, the 52-year-old pointed out, noting the rich film heritage of French-speaking Africa.

“But that wider landscape has not yet sprung from our stories.”

The African continent has the world’s youngest population but only around 1, 700 cinemas, compared with around 44, 000 in the United States and 75, 500 in China, according to the National Film Authority of Ghana.

Elba’s belief in African cinema’s untapped potential was palpable as he spoke. For him, the key is raising its profile through better infrastructure, distribution channels, and connecting filmmakers with audiences on the continent and globally.

“We need bums on seats”, Elba said. “The future relies on us… our own distribution. Our customers must come first in the movies.

Elba’s vision stands out from other industry luminaries who frequently concentrate solely on international recognition due to its Africa-first focus.

Elba argued that he wanted domestic and international success for African cinema.

He compared success in Hollywood to domestic box office success and international sales.

But instead of merely cheering it on from the sidelines, Elba has been working to shape African cinema’s future.

He has already taken steps to invest in the continent’s creative industries, nurturing African talent through his production companies IE7 and The Akuna Group.

Passion and optimism

Where others might see the challenges of financing, education, or infrastructure as barriers to progress, Elba said he was optimistic — he saw “opportunities in the waiting”.

“A lot of young filmmakers are making films on their phones”, he told AFP, excitedly describing the innovative, grassroots approach emerging from Africa’s youth.

“Those movies still need to be amplified, though. We still need distribution methods”.

He argued that African filmmakers should not rely solely on global streaming companies like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.

Although he acknowledged the value of these platforms in promoting African content internationally, he insisted that the real key to success was in establishing local infrastructure and capacity.

He stated that he wanted an independent, robust African film ecosystem with distribution channels free of Western influences.

“We want to penetrate international markets”, he said. However, we also need to enter African markets.

A legacy in the making

Elba emphasized the necessity for African filmmakers to steer their creative paths.

“Just do it”, he advised aspiring filmmakers. “The time it takes to make your film and to dream about it is much shorter now.”

Driven by his love for storytelling, Elba developed an early passion for acting during his London childhood, working various jobs while pursuing his craft.

His breakthrough came from Russell “Stringer” Bell’s role in the critically acclaimed US television series “The Wire,” and he later cements his stardom with the British crime drama “Luther,” which won him a Golden Globe.

Over the years, Elba’s versatile filmography, ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to indie projects, has made him one of the most respected and influential actors on the global stage.

And he claimed that he felt compelled to make sure African stories are as accessible to as many people as possible as possible as one of the most well-known African-heritage actors in Hollywood.

“We have a long way to go”, Elba acknowledged.

Travis Kelce’s brother Jason has shared his supportive reaction to Taylor Swift’s football game appearance

On Monday, the singer was spotted at Arrowhead Stadium watching the Kansas City Chiefs play the New Orleans Saints. Taylor and Travis’ brother, Travis, were playing at the time when Jason Kelce commented on the video.

Over the video of the singer’s arrival, Jason said: “Hey, look at that now. That looks good”. Taylor wore a matching plaid Vivienne Westwood skirt and shirt set with a matching heart-shaped Vivienne Westwood purse to go along with it. She put on her signature red lip to complete her look.

Jason announced earlier that he would attend the football game on X. Before the game, he wrote, “Headed into the Kansas City tailgate scene today.” Anyone have suggestions for things I need to hit or a tailgate saman to show me the ropes this afternoon who might hit lots C and D?

Taylor, who typically cheers on her partner from the crowd, missed the last two Chiefs games, which included victories over the Los Angeles Chargers and Atlanta Falcons. Fans believe the singer romanced her outfit to make up for her absence by turning it on.

One wrote on social media: “I just love everything about Taylor’s outfit”. While another wrote, “You’re so cool and pretty, Taylor Alison Swift, I can’t breathe.”

Fans are now led to believe Taylor and Travis are engaged following the singer’s team’s series of “suspicious” posts. Taylor Nation, the artist’s team, shared posts including a new merch collection called ‘ The Greatest in The League Collection’, which may be a nod to ‘ The Alchemy ‘ and potentially Travis Kelce too.

Swiftie noted that there have also been numerous additional unidentified signs, including a Taylor Nation post on X. In the message, reacting to a fan’s comment about the merch, Taylor Nation replied: “WE SAID YES!! to this set” and added a wedding ring emoji.

“I’m convinced they’re engaged”, claimed one excited fan and on X, someone who reacted to Taylor Nation’s ‘ YES ‘ post replied: “Excuse me… you said what?!”? A second commented: “They knew what they were doing”. Another fan wrote: “A totally normal and not at all sus response”, and someone added: “I know it’s a Twitter trend, but the winking and nodding is just hilarious”.

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Due to its festive design, which evokes a designer brand, Primark is selling a £12 blanket. Brits are looking for ways to stay warm as the season is in full swing, and many people find a cozy blanket to be warm.

Primark’s most recent homegoods, including a “cute” throw, are covered for shoppers. Given that it is nearly 5 feet wide, the store’s teddy bear blanket is the ideal size to snuggle up to.

Recently, it has been appearing on numerous social media platforms as pleased customers share their bargains. The blanket is so popular that it is praised for its softness and “sweet” teddy bear design, which makes it feel like Ralph Lauren.

One TikToker, called @Weir_home, who bought the blanket, said: “It’s giving the Ralph Lauren bear jumpers”! People quickly expressed their excitement over the new item.

One replied: “All this app does is encourage me to spend my money! Even though I only recently purchased a Christmas throw last weekend, I still have to buy that.

Another wrote: “Need it! Kind of looks like advent calendar bear from Marks &amp, Spencer’s”! A third commented: “It’s giving Christmas songs and fireplace vibes”!

Someone else shared: “It’s so cute”! A fifth wished: “I need these in PJs”! Some customers made a point of pointing out a substitute that might be just right for the situation.

As consumers prepare for the chilly winter nights that are about to come, TikTok has also seen a lot of the viral teddy bear pyjamas. When people stormed their local Primark for a pair, Primark’s £8 set of fuzzy microfleece pyjamas quickly ran out.

They are currently slowly returning to stores where people can claim a set once more. The bundle includes a long-sleeved top and bottoms.

Before heading to the shops, it might be a good idea to check the website of Primark if you’re looking for anything. Items will occasionally appear there with the option to check stock based on your need’s size.

Click and Collect is a service offered by a few select Primark locations that eliminates the time spent combing through clothing racks and piles to find the item you want. By the end of 2025, the service should be accessible in all Primark’s, excluding the listed stores (listed here).

After stoking conflicting rumors, Kanye West and Bianca Censori have deleted their Instagram accounts.

Bianca, 29, who has deleted her page all together, is currently in Australia after it was reported she is heading for divorce with the rapper, 47.

Kanye, who divorced Kim Kardashian in 2022, is still active on his Instagram account, but he mysteriously deleted all of his previous feeds, excluding Justin Laboy’s statement, “I’m closing my Instagram account. My name is Ye. No brand or number will make me accept the status I once held.

Following their secret wedding in December 2022, Ye and his wife reportedly split up. Ye frequently shared sultry photos of one another on social media.

The Gold Digger star married the Australian architect, who is 18 years younger than Kanye, in December 2022, just two months after his divorce from Kim was finalised. The wedding was reported in January 2023, but a leaked marriage certificate from the internet confirmed the wedding.

Bianca was dubbed the father-of-four’s “muse” because of her barely-there outfits and uncanny resemblance to SKIMS star Kim, who made her famous.

However, according to rumors, the rapper and his wife may have separated and are considering filing for divorce. According to sources, Bianca flew to Australia to be with her family while Ye has been in Tokyo, Japan.

The artists’ sources further stated to TMZ that they wanted to be single again and have been telling their pals that they are done with their careers. Since September 20th, Kaye and Bianca haven’t been papped together while shopping in Japan’s largest city.

The final blow to their relationship, according to some, occurred when Bianca’s family visited her and Kanye in Los Angeles. After spending time with the couple, the model’s family reportedly couldn’t look past ‘ the troubling part of their relationship’, and Bianca was forced to accept that they may have a point.

Before her loved ones took the trip from Down Under to see for themselves what Bianca’s life with the multi-millionaire’s was really like, according to insiders, the couple had been “drifting apart” already.

A source told Mail Online, lifting the lid on the meeting, that Kanye felt less interested in him than she did when her friends and family complained about how she dressed in public. There are no hard feelings, but she couldn’t ignore her family when they asked her to explain the stranger parts of their relationship”.

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