‘Very effective’ cordless strimmer ‘easily slices through overgrown grass’ hits sale with 20% off

Get your garden into tip-top shape this spring with a ‘very effective’ cordless strimmer that’s praised by shoppers for easily battling overgrown grass and weeds – and right now, it’s on sale

‘Very effective’ cordless strimmer ‘easily slices through grass’ has 20% off(Image: Getty)

Wave goodbye to stressful hours spent laborously cutting the grass, trimming the verge and banishing weeds this spring, as a 3-in-1 multifunctional strimmer is taking Amazon shoppers by storm, thanks to its effectiveness and ease of use. Plus, it won’t cost a fortune, as it’s currently on sale with a delightful 20% discount.

This Cordless Strimmer acts as a strimmer as well as a mower and edger, making it ideal for tackling all of your garden-maintenance needs. Plus, you can wave goodbye to the hassle of battling cables and extension leads, as this beauty sheds all wires and runs on a long-lasting battery instead. Normally retailing for £55.99, this gem is now reduced to £45.04 in this Amazon sale.

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This Cordless Strimmer on Amazon boasts three functions in one(Image: Amazon)

The 3-In-1 Grass Strimmer/Edge Trimmer/Brush Cutter boasts impressively low noise emission, letting you forget ear protectors the next time you need to do work on your yard. Also designed to be waterproof and easy to clean, this gadget is suitable for lawn trimming, weed removal, gardening pruning, etc. ensuring all of your gardening tasks are met with one, wallet-friendly device.

Boasting a fast and superior run- ime to ensure smooth mowing, this strimmer allows you to easily complete the garden work in a shorter space of time. Armed with a battery that holds twice the capcity of standard batteries on the market, this strimmer effortlessly handles a larger yard without you needing to worry about running out of power half way through the job

The cordless strimmer comes armed with three blades that can easily cope with various situations; the plastic blade acts like a heavy-duty rope and is ideal for cutting soft grass; the metal blade is great for trimming weeds, reeds and other vegatation you want to cut back and the manganese steel circular saw blade is ideal for cutting small shrubs and branches.

With an adjustable telescopic handle that lets you pick the right height and length for comfortable use, this gem also comes with the wheels that can be added on for more convinient handling while you work, making it a great choice for those who struggle to hold heavy objects for long periods as it’s super lightweight and portable. Plus, with a 90° rotating cutting head, the cordless strimmer can adjust its direction at will, easily reaching all lawn edges.

Shoppers who have picked up this gardening whizz have left high praise in 5-star reviews. One satisified customer shares: “This is a fantastic piece of equipment.. and the batteries last for ages. When it arrived I watched the video on Amazon and learnt what all the different blades were for. I have strim’d the high grass on my allotment and put the wheels on to cut it short like a lawn mower.. and it is a big area.. It is light weight and easy to hold, the hight setting is vast so easy for any height person to use.”

Another happy buyer beams: “Thought this worth a try for its cost and other reviews. To date, very pleased. For a small lightweight strimmer it’s very effective.” They go on to say, “A handy ‘go to’ time saver for helping contain our rather wayward ‘natural’ garden.”

A third chimes in: “I wanted to buy a strimmer that had no cables because we have a large garden but all the ones I’ve looked at are too heavy and really bulky! I came across this one, checked the reviews and people were saying it was great! I bought this on Amazon Prime Day for a lower price….and what a great bargain! It’s brilliant, it’s so easy to set up and to use! It’s light which is fab because this means no achy arms yay! Even my father in law gave it a go who’s in his 80’s he loves it, he took over and strimmed around the edges of our garden.”

And this shopper says: “Fantastic tool for the cost. I had a large abandoned piece of ground which was very overgrown. Cut through thorns and smaller bushes easily. With the aid of some manual branch loppers job done.”

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Head over to Amazon to catch this deal while it lasts, and save a handy £11 off on this 3-in-1 gadget that’s set to make transforming your garden so much easier this spring.

UN experts warn of ‘annihilation’ as Gaza deaths mount

United Nations experts have demanded action to avert the “annihilation” of Palestinians in Gaza, after rescuers said Israeli strikes across the territory killed dozens of people.

A planned expanded offensive revealed by the Israeli military has drawn international condemnation, after UN agencies previously warned of a humanitarian catastrophe in the Palestinian territory, already devastated by 19 months of war.

More than 20 independent experts mandated by the UN’s Human Rights Council&nbsp, said on Wednesday that the world faced a “stark decision” to “remain passive and witness the slaughter of innocents or take part in crafting a just resolution”.

The experts implored the international community to avert the “moral abyss we are descending into”.

Israel’s broader offensive, approved by its government amid a two-month aid blockade on Gaza, would include displacing “most” of its residents, the military has said. The plan proposes seizing Gaza, holding on to captured territories, forcibly displacing Palestinians to southern Gaza and taking control of aid distribution along with private security companies.

France’s President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called the situation in Gaza “the most critical we have ever seen”.

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Madrid would present a draft resolution at the UN General Assembly aimed at “proposing urgent measures to stop the killing of innocent civilians and ensure humanitarian aid” in Gaza.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told parliament the situation in Gaza and the occupied West Bank was “increasingly intolerable”.

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said that Brussels had made an offer to Israel “to distribute the humanitarian aid if they don’t trust the other actors there”.

More than a dozen Palestinians were killed by Israeli attacks in Gaza on Thursday, after 100 people were killed on Wednesday.

A significant number of those killed and injured in Gaza City on Wednesday were children, rescuers said.

Meanwhile, the World Central Kitchen (WCK), which ran one of the last bakeries still operating in Gaza, has announced it no longer has the supplies to cook meals or make bread in Gaza.

Evra’s MMA debut on hold as PFL Paris delayed

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The PFL has announced its Paris event at the Accor Arena on 23 May will be rescheduled.

The event was to be headlined by Frenchman Mansour Barnaoui’s lightweight fight against Archie Colgan.

Retired footballer Patrice Evra was also booked to make his MMA debut in a surprise move by the former Manchester United defender.

The 43-year-old – who quit football in 2019 – has been training since 2016 with PFL star and friend Cedric Doumbe.

Who will be Evra’s opponent in MMA debut?

Evra was yet to announce who his opponent would be, but the fight was expected to happen at welterweight.

Evra, who won 81 caps for France, wrote on social media last month: “They will pick my opponent. They asked who I wanna face. I said Luis Suarez.

“I’ll pay out of pocket. He can even bite me.”

In 2011, Uruguay striker Suarez – then playing for Liverpool – was banned for eight games for racially abusing Evra, who was playing for United.

Suarez, 38, who still plays football for Inter Miami, has been found guilty of biting three opponents in his career.

Speaking in the PFL press release about the announcement, Evra said: “I love this game too.”

Evra has worked as a TV pundit since retiring as a player.

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BBC’s Sophie Raworth suffers heartache as family member dies days before hosting VE day coverage

BBC presenter Sophie Raworth – who has been fronting coverage of the 80th anniversary celebrations for VE Day this week – lost her father Richard Raworth at the age of 83 recently

It’s been announced that Sophie Raworth’s father Richard Raworth died, aged 83, recently(Image: BBC)

Sophie Raworth is said to be dealing with loss whilst fronting VE Day coverage for the BBC this week. It’s been reported that her late father Richard Raworth died just days before the start of the milestone 80th anniversary celebrations.

The broadcaster, 56, fronted the Nation Pays Tribute special on BBC One on the first day of the celebrations, which took place on bank holiday Monday. She’s been back at the helm today for commemorations with the Nation Remembers, which is the latest of the broadcasts for the anniversary.

It’s however been announced that her father Richard died, aged 83, prior to the occasion. It’s been reported that he died just days before Sophie fronted the VE Day coverage on Monday after a “long battle” with Parkinson’s disease.

Sophie Raworth alongside her parents Richard and Jenny stood in front of a tree.
It’s been announced that Richard Raworth (left), who is the father of journalist Sophie Raworth (centre), pictured beside her mother Jenny Raworth (right), has died, aged 83(Image: sophieraworth/Instagram)

A source described Sophie as a “consummate professional” to the Daily Mail and Richard’s family confirmed his death in a statement to the outlet, published last night. They paid tribute to him and shared that they will “miss him always”.

His family said: “[Richard] died peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.” They said he was “a man with a big heart and heaps of kindness and tenacity”. They described him as a businessman, photographer, jazz bass player and “passionate” gardener, and said: “We will miss him always.”

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Sophie – who is the older sister of economist Kate Raworth, 54 – has spoken about her father having been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease on occasion. She’s said that it’s a “horrible disease” and has fundraised for charity.

She notably ran the London Marathon back in 2021 to raise money for the charity Cure Parkinson’s. Sophie paid tribute to her father Richard on a fundraising page – which now boasts more than £6,000 in donations – at the time.

Sophie Raworth sat in an orange dress during a BBC broadcast.
The news come after Sophie fronted the first day of the BBC’s VE Day celebrations coverage on Monday(Image: BBC)

Sophie wrote four years ago: “My dad has had Parkinson’s for several years now. It is a horrible disease. Yet he deals with it amazingly.” She continued: “He never complains, just gets on with it with kindness and good humour.”

Dedicating her marathon run to him, she then concluded: “Thanks for the endless coffees you’ve made me after long training runs over the years. And thanks of course for your love and support. You are wonderful. This run is for you.”

She told fans on Instagram: “I’m running the London Marathon this weekend. This one is for my dad. He has Parkinson’s and it’s a horrible disease. So I’m raising a bit of money for a charity he supports @cureparkinsons to help them find one. […] Thank you for any support you can give.”

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After completing the marathon, the journalist wrote in a post: “The wonderful London Marathon. After running through the deserted streets of London for months during lockdown, how amazing to be back out there with thousands of runners and the most amazing crowds. 3hrs 33. And £5000 raised for @cureparkinsons. A huge thank you.”

Years prior, Sophie – who now has three children with her husband Richard Winter – spoke about her parents Richard and Jenny Raworth, now 82, after welcoming her first child. She told the Telegraph in 2005: “Having children really changes your relationship with your parents: we see so much more of them now.”

BBC’s Sophie Raworth suffers heartache as family member dies days before hosting VE day coverage

BBC presenter Sophie Raworth – who has been fronting coverage of the 80th anniversary celebrations for VE Day this week – lost her father Richard Raworth at the age of 83 recently

It’s been announced that Sophie Raworth’s father Richard Raworth died, aged 83, recently(Image: BBC)

Sophie Raworth is said to be dealing with loss whilst fronting VE Day coverage for the BBC this week. It’s been reported that her late father Richard Raworth died just days before the start of the milestone 80th anniversary celebrations.

The broadcaster, 56, fronted the Nation Pays Tribute special on BBC One on the first day of the celebrations, which took place on bank holiday Monday. She’s been back at the helm today for commemorations with the Nation Remembers, which is the latest of the broadcasts for the anniversary.

It’s however been announced that her father Richard died, aged 83, prior to the occasion. It’s been reported that he died just days before Sophie fronted the VE Day coverage on Monday after a “long battle” with Parkinson’s disease.

Sophie Raworth alongside her parents Richard and Jenny stood in front of a tree.
It’s been announced that Richard Raworth (left), who is the father of journalist Sophie Raworth (centre), pictured beside her mother Jenny Raworth (right), has died, aged 83(Image: sophieraworth/Instagram)

A source described Sophie as a “consummate professional” to the Daily Mail and Richard’s family confirmed his death in a statement to the outlet, published last night. They paid tribute to him and shared that they will “miss him always”.

His family said: “[Richard] died peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.” They said he was “a man with a big heart and heaps of kindness and tenacity”. They described him as a businessman, photographer, jazz bass player and “passionate” gardener, and said: “We will miss him always.”

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Sophie – who is the older sister of economist Kate Raworth, 54 – has spoken about her father having been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease on occasion. She’s said that it’s a “horrible disease” and has fundraised for charity.

She notably ran the London Marathon back in 2021 to raise money for the charity Cure Parkinson’s. Sophie paid tribute to her father Richard on a fundraising page – which now boasts more than £6,000 in donations – at the time.

Sophie Raworth sat in an orange dress during a BBC broadcast.
The news come after Sophie fronted the first day of the BBC’s VE Day celebrations coverage on Monday(Image: BBC)

Sophie wrote four years ago: “My dad has had Parkinson’s for several years now. It is a horrible disease. Yet he deals with it amazingly.” She continued: “He never complains, just gets on with it with kindness and good humour.”

Dedicating her marathon run to him, she then concluded: “Thanks for the endless coffees you’ve made me after long training runs over the years. And thanks of course for your love and support. You are wonderful. This run is for you.”

She told fans on Instagram: “I’m running the London Marathon this weekend. This one is for my dad. He has Parkinson’s and it’s a horrible disease. So I’m raising a bit of money for a charity he supports @cureparkinsons to help them find one. […] Thank you for any support you can give.”

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After completing the marathon, the journalist wrote in a post: “The wonderful London Marathon. After running through the deserted streets of London for months during lockdown, how amazing to be back out there with thousands of runners and the most amazing crowds. 3hrs 33. And £5000 raised for @cureparkinsons. A huge thank you.”

Years prior, Sophie – who now has three children with her husband Richard Winter – spoke about her parents Richard and Jenny Raworth, now 82, after welcoming her first child. She told the Telegraph in 2005: “Having children really changes your relationship with your parents: we see so much more of them now.”

Isak? Sesko? Gyokeres? Inside Arsenal’s summer plans

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Arsenal came close again, but their Champions League semi-final defeat by Paris St-Germain means it is five years without a trophy for Mikel Arteta and his players.

The Gunners’ 3-1 aggregate defeat came in the final weeks of a season in which they were long-time Premier League title contenders, but have slipped 15 points adrift of champions Liverpool with three games remaining.

At this stage last season, they had 80 points – 13 more than their current total.

So what comes next? Can they get to that next level? And which players are they looking at as they try to strengthen their squad?

This will be a significant summer, and new sporting director Andrea Berta, who joined the club from Atletico Madrid in March, will be a key figure.

Here, we take you through the club’s plans as they stand – pulled together from multiple sources. Unsurprisingly, a striker is top of their list of targets, with Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres all coveted.

Isak the dream target

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It is no secret Arsenal want to spend a large portion of their summer budget on a new striker.

At the top of Arteta’s wishlist is Newcastle frontman Isak, and a move for the Sweden international has almost universal backing from those behind the scenes at Emirates Stadium.

Well-placed sources have told BBC Sport that Isak would be open to a move to London, though he is likely to have other options – with Liverpool also interested.

All of his suitors are likely to run into the same obstacle: cost.

There is an acknowledgement at Arsenal that signing Isak would wipe out the vast majority of their budget – and with other positions to strengthen, a deal for the 25-year-old may be unlikely.

Newcastle maintain Isak, who has three years left on his contract, is not for sale.

Should they qualify for the Champions League, that would add another layer of difficulty for any club with genuine designs on signing him.

Sesko and Gyokeres genuine options

Arsenal have alternative targets to Isak – namely RB Leipzig’s Sesko and Sporting’s Gyokeres.

Sesko is a long-term target and was close to joining the club last summer.

Arsenal enquired again in January, but the German club were adamant they had no intention of selling and the Gunners did not want to antagonise them before a potential negotiation this summer.

Slovenia international Sesko has scored 26 goals this season – already an improvement on the 23 he hit last year. At 21, he fits the ideal age profile for Arsenal in terms of financial and technical growth.

But the appointment of Berta has resulted in Gyokeres’ stock rising, with sources in recent weeks indicating there is considerable internal backing for a move for the Swede, despite much of the groundwork having been completed on a deal for Sesko.

Both players have release clauses, but the indications are their clubs are willing to negotiate lower fees.

At this stage, sources suggest Gyokeres, who has scored 38 league goals this season, is the most economical signing of the two.

But prior to Berta’s arrival there were concerns whether Gyokeres’ form in Portugal would translate to top-level performances in the Premier League.

Similarly, the fact he will turn 27 before next season presents a financial dilemma given the likely outlay.

Arsenal are also looking to sign a winger, with Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams a genuine target.

The Spain international has a reported 58m euro (£49m) release clause, but his wages would make him one of the biggest earners at the club.

Zubimendi arrival and case for the defence

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Much of the groundwork to strengthen the midfield has already been done.

Martin Zubimendi is expected to join from Real Sociedad – a deal largely executed by former sporting director Edu and Jason Ayto, who took the role on an interim basis following his predecessor’s departure in November.

Zubimendi, 26, will replace Jorginho, who is set to join Brazilian side Flamengo before the Club World Cup.

Whether Arsenal look to sign another midfielder will depend how contract talks develop with Thomas Partey.

The 31-year-old Ghana international seemed likely to leave at the end of his contract next month, but Berta’s arrival has signalled a change of direction and Partey is being offered the opportunity to stay in north London.

Defensively, the priorities are to secure first-choice central pairing William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes to new contracts.

The future of Saliba is particularly key for Arsenal to resolve amid speculation Real Madrid have an interest in the France international.

Gabriel, meanwhile, has been the subject of interest from Saudi Arabia.

Arsenal are among the clubs to have explored the possibility of signing Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen, who has a £50m release clause, and Berta has held talks with intermediaries over alternative options, which lends itself to assuming there is not certainty Saliba or Gabriel will remain.

New contracts and sales

In addition to talks with Partey, Saliba and Gabriel, Arsenal are moving to agree a new contract with attacker Bukayo Saka.

In March, BBC Sport revealed the club’s intention to open formal talks with the England international.

That process has now begun, with early discussions said to be positive amid optimism agreement will be reached on a deal that would make Saka, 23, one of the best-paid players in the Premier League.

The club have also put improved contracts for Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri towards the top of their agenda. Talks with the 18-year-old academy graduates are ongoing, with Berta taking the lead.

The future of Leandro Trossard also needs resolving. The 30-year-old Belgium international, who has played a key role this season, is out of contract next summer.

Trossard has held talks over a new deal but there is yet to be an announcement over any agreement. It may therefore be a consideration to sell Trossard, who has attracted interest in Saudi Arabia, to avoid losing the forward for nothing next year.

Arsenal will look to supplement their spending by selling a clutch of fringe players.

Their intention to listen to offers for Brazil forward Gabriel Jesus has been delayed by the knee injury sustained by the 28-year-old in January.

But the club will look to offload Oleksandr Zinchenko, while fellow left-back Kieran Tierney will also leave.

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