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Blur fans spot hidden detail in Parklife music video and demand answers to one question

Blur’s Parklife music video has stumped fans after they spotted one detail which seems to have gone unnoticed for decades, with listeners now demanding answers to one pressing issue

Blur’s iconic Parklife song has some fans scratching their heads at a hidden detail (file)(Image: Getty Images)

Keen-eyed fans of the legendary group Blur may have noticed a small detail in their Parklife music video.

Fans are now searching for an answer to a question which appears to have stumped fans of the Damon Albarn-fronted band for decades. The music video for the chart-topping track, starring Phil Daniels, features a brief detail which fans of the song are still trying to decipher.

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Whether the moment in question was unintentional or a hidden Easter egg has left fans split, but there are some who are trying to figure out the origins of Amazing Glazing, the fictional company Daniels and Albarn are seen working for in the video. Some are particularly interested in the advertised number for the business.

A post to the r/Blur subreddit reads: “Has anyone ever tried ringing the number on the Parklife video, and what happened?”

The video sees Albarn and movie star Daniels play the roles of two window salesmen. Daniels would provide vocals for the song, with Albarn adding the chorus.

Daniels, who featured in films like Scum and Quadrophenia, occasionally joins the band to perform the song, as he did at Wembley Stadium on the group’s reunion show in 2023.

Fans were disappointed, however, by the number featured on the card in the Parklife music video.

One user who tried to ring the number wrote: “Me and my mate tried it and it’s not a real number.” Another added: “Never tried but none of the numbers looked like a UK number or area code.”

A third confirmed the top two numbers are not valid, and while the third number may have worked back when the video first released, there is no way of confirming it now.

They wrote: “The top two aren’t valid UK numbers. 0956 3xxxxx was a legit mobile phone prefix for the One2One network (which became T-Mobile, which became EE) so the number might have worked back in the day, but wouldn’t work now.”

It comes after Blur suffered another phone-related dilemma. Girls & Boys video director Kevin Godley had to change his mobile number shortly after the release of the Parklife album. According to RedBull, Godley accidentally left his phone number in the liner notes.

They claim: “Kevin Godley – who directed the video of the song [Girls & Boys], had to change his mobile number shortly after Parklife was released as it was accidentally printed in the album liner notes.”

Daniels, who still sings Parklife with Blur at some live shows, confirmed the iconic song had affected his day to day life after release.

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Blur fans spot hidden detail in Parklife music video and demand answers to one question

Blur’s Parklife music video has stumped fans after they spotted one detail which seems to have gone unnoticed for decades, with listeners now demanding answers to one pressing issue

Blur’s iconic Parklife song has some fans scratching their heads at a hidden detail (file)(Image: Getty Images)

Keen-eyed fans of the legendary group Blur may have noticed a small detail in their Parklife music video.

Fans are now searching for an answer to a question which appears to have stumped fans of the Damon Albarn-fronted band for decades. The music video for the chart-topping track, starring Phil Daniels, features a brief detail which fans of the song are still trying to decipher.

Article continues below

Whether the moment in question was unintentional or a hidden Easter egg has left fans split, but there are some who are trying to figure out the origins of Amazing Glazing, the fictional company Daniels and Albarn are seen working for in the video. Some are particularly interested in the advertised number for the business.

A post to the r/Blur subreddit reads: “Has anyone ever tried ringing the number on the Parklife video, and what happened?”

The video sees Albarn and movie star Daniels play the roles of two window salesmen. Daniels would provide vocals for the song, with Albarn adding the chorus.

Daniels, who featured in films like Scum and Quadrophenia, occasionally joins the band to perform the song, as he did at Wembley Stadium on the group’s reunion show in 2023.

Fans were disappointed, however, by the number featured on the card in the Parklife music video.

One user who tried to ring the number wrote: “Me and my mate tried it and it’s not a real number.” Another added: “Never tried but none of the numbers looked like a UK number or area code.”

A third confirmed the top two numbers are not valid, and while the third number may have worked back when the video first released, there is no way of confirming it now.

They wrote: “The top two aren’t valid UK numbers. 0956 3xxxxx was a legit mobile phone prefix for the One2One network (which became T-Mobile, which became EE) so the number might have worked back in the day, but wouldn’t work now.”

It comes after Blur suffered another phone-related dilemma. Girls & Boys video director Kevin Godley had to change his mobile number shortly after the release of the Parklife album. According to RedBull, Godley accidentally left his phone number in the liner notes.

They claim: “Kevin Godley – who directed the video of the song [Girls & Boys], had to change his mobile number shortly after Parklife was released as it was accidentally printed in the album liner notes.”

Daniels, who still sings Parklife with Blur at some live shows, confirmed the iconic song had affected his day to day life after release.

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Amazon is selling giant box of Nestlé biscuits ‘perfect’ for dunking in tea for less than 31p a bar

Take note that Nestlé’s price has been reduced during their Spring Deal Days spectacular for chocolate lovers. Millions of items are being marked down as part of the sale, which is ongoing until 11.59pm on March 31.

The Nestlé Kitkat and Friends Big Biscuit Box is now available with a whopping 31% discount, making it a popular purchase. You get each bar for roughly 31p when you break down the math in this deal, which lowers the price to £14.95.

There are 69 bite-sized bars from Nestle’s delectable selection, including Blue Riband, Toffee Crisp, and the classic KitKat, along with dark chocolate and zesty orange flavors, waiting in this sizable Big Biscuit Box.

The ideal chocolate gift for those who occasionally indulge in a chocolatey nibble is in a gift-ready box. Alternately, keep it a secret for yourself.

The Nestlé Kitkat and Friends Big Biscuit Box has 742 five-star reviews on Amazon, and it has heaps of praise. According to the Manchester Evening News, satisfied customers are not shy about expressing their love for the box’s value, how well it’s packaged, and the delectable variety inside.

READ MORE: 28 of the best spring sale items on Amazon, including Stanley cups, hair straighteners, and air fryers.

READ MORE: Amazon is offering Molly-Mae’s favorite anti-ageing cream at a significantly lower price than Sephora.

Five delicious chocolate biscuits from Amazon are included in the Nestlé Kitkat and Friends Big Biscuit Box.

One satisfied customer exclaimed, “These are all my personal favorites, and this is great value for money.” I received two, gave one to a friend, and it worked out great. Highly recommended.

This is the second box of these that I have purchased, according to another pleased customer. Additionally, the quality is excellent. Outstanding value, especially when offered.

And thirdly, “I previously purchased this product; I gave it to the hospital staff as a huge thank you; it was well received; I would definitely buy again.” Never have I been let down.

However, not everyone was pleased with their three-star review, with one reviewer expressing disappointment with it by saying: “I’ve ordered this many times but was very disappointed with this last box because the contents have changed. If I hadn’t realized this, I would not have ordered them because KitKats are mostly now.”

Another product received five stars and the following comment: “I always look for this coming up on a deal. It’s a fantastic way to replenish and store treats in. The brand’s expected arrival of biscuits. Purchase of good quality and good value.

For those looking for more expensive options, Hotel Chocolat Easter treats have a chance to receive a 20% discount on purchases of £15 or more. The Easter Sleekster, which is typically priced at £29.95, is reduced, while the typically priced at £34.95 Extra-Thick Easter Egg is still on sale for £27.25.

Customers can purchase the Lindt Lindor Easter Egg Hearts and Truffles 400g for just £25 or the Lindt Gold Bunny Eggs and Treats Bundle 675g for just £27 in other chocolate deals.

In our Shopping &amp, Deals WhatsApp, find the best deals for Amazon Spring Sale.

WhatsApp: Join our WhatsApp group to receive the best offers and exclusive discount codes right to your phone.

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Amazon is selling giant box of Nestlé biscuits ‘perfect’ for dunking in tea for less than 31p a bar

Take note that Nestlé’s price has been reduced during their Spring Deal Days spectacular for chocolate lovers. Millions of items are being marked down as part of the sale, which is ongoing until 11.59pm on March 31.

The Nestlé Kitkat and Friends Big Biscuit Box is now available with a whopping 31% discount, making it a popular purchase. You get each bar for roughly 31p when you break down the math in this deal, which lowers the price to £14.95.

There are 69 bite-sized bars from Nestle’s delectable selection, including Blue Riband, Toffee Crisp, and the classic KitKat, along with dark chocolate and zesty orange flavors, waiting in this sizable Big Biscuit Box.

The ideal chocolate gift for those who occasionally indulge in a chocolatey nibble is in a gift-ready box. Alternately, keep it a secret for yourself.

The Nestlé Kitkat and Friends Big Biscuit Box has 742 five-star reviews on Amazon, and it has heaps of praise. According to the Manchester Evening News, satisfied customers are not shy about expressing their love for the box’s value, how well it’s packaged, and the delectable variety inside.

READ MORE: 28 of the best spring sale items on Amazon, including Stanley cups, hair straighteners, and air fryers.

READ MORE: Amazon is offering Molly-Mae’s favorite anti-ageing cream at a significantly lower price than Sephora.

Five delicious chocolate biscuits from Amazon are included in the Nestlé Kitkat and Friends Big Biscuit Box.

One satisfied customer exclaimed, “These are all my personal favorites, and this is great value for money.” I received two, gave one to a friend, and it worked out great. Highly recommended.

This is the second box of these that I have purchased, according to another pleased customer. Additionally, the quality is excellent. Outstanding value, especially when offered.

And thirdly, “I previously purchased this product; I gave it to the hospital staff as a huge thank you; it was well received; I would definitely buy again.” Never have I been let down.

However, not everyone was pleased with their three-star review, with one reviewer expressing disappointment with it by saying: “I’ve ordered this many times but was very disappointed with this last box because the contents have changed. If I hadn’t realized this, I would not have ordered them because KitKats are mostly now.”

Another product received five stars and the following comment: “I always look for this coming up on a deal. It’s a fantastic way to replenish and store treats in. The brand’s expected arrival of biscuits. Purchase of good quality and good value.

For those looking for more expensive options, Hotel Chocolat Easter treats have a chance to receive a 20% discount on purchases of £15 or more. The Easter Sleekster, which is typically priced at £29.95, is reduced, while the typically priced at £34.95 Extra-Thick Easter Egg is still on sale for £27.25.

Customers can purchase the Lindt Lindor Easter Egg Hearts and Truffles 400g for just £25 or the Lindt Gold Bunny Eggs and Treats Bundle 675g for just £27 in other chocolate deals.

In our Shopping &amp, Deals WhatsApp, find the best deals for Amazon Spring Sale.

WhatsApp: Join our WhatsApp group to receive the best offers and exclusive discount codes right to your phone.

To participate, users must download WhatsApp or have it installed on their phones.

You simply need to click on this link, select “Join Chat,” and you’re all set! Additionally, we may send you stories from other Reach group titles.

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Full transcript of Trump team’s Yemen attack plan that was shared on Signal

The Houthi rebels in Yemen were mistakenly discussed in a group discussion moderated by its editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, by The Atlantic magazine.

The release on Wednesday came after US President Donald Trump sought to minimize the significance of the texts shared on the Signal messaging app, calling them “not a big deal.”

As the US military prepared to launch its assault on Yemen, some of the most significant messages that were published appear to have been sent on March 15 by an account that appears to be Pete Hegseth.

Among those present at the conversation were Vice President JD Vance, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, who purportedly worked for the White House as Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller (SM), as well as Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard (TG).

The senior US officials talking about the strikes on the day of the strikes, as described in detail, are provided in this transcript:

March 15

Hegseth (11: 44 am ET):

  • CHANGE IN THE TEAM.
  • Weather is favorable right now (1144et). We are a GO for mission launch, we just CONFIRMED with CENTCOM.
  • 1345: “Trigger Based” F-18 1st Strike Window Starts (Target Terrorist is@his Known Location; SHOULD BE ON TIME; see also, Strike Drones Launch (MQ-9s).
  • 1410: More F-18s LAUNCH (2nd strike package)
  • 1415: Strike Drones on Target (THE FIRST BOMBS WILL FINALLY DROP, pending earlier “Trigger Based” targets).
  • First sea-based Tomahawks to be launched in 1536. Second Strike:
  • MORE TO DO (based on the timeline)
  • On OPSEC, we are currently clean.
  • Our warriors, Godspeed.

Vance (12.13pm ET):

  • I’ll ask for victory in prayer.

Waltz (13: 48pm ET):

  • VP. The structure fell. had a number of positive identification. The IC did a fantastic job, Kurilla, and Pete.

Vance (13.54 pm ET):

Waltz (14.00pm ET):

Vance (14.01pm ET):

Ratcliffe (14.36pm ET):

Waltz

Rubio (17: 14pm ET):

  • Good work, Pete and your team! !

Waltz (17: 15pm ET):

  • The MAL team did a fantastic job as well.

Stephen Miller (17: 18pm ET)

  • Great work, everyone. a strong start

Hegseth (17: 20pm ET):

  • CENTCOM was/is effective. Great work, everyone. Additional strikes are ongoing for hours tonight, and we will publish a full report tomorrow. But they have been good readouts so far, on time, and on target.

Wiles (17: 21pm ET)

  • Kudos to everyone, especially those working on CENTCOM and theaters! Absolutely fantastic. God’s blessings.

Middle Eastern special envoy Steve Witkoff (17:47 p.m. ET)

Gabbard (18: 35pm ET)

  • Great effects and work!

The transcript below contains excerpts that reveal how the attacks developed:

March 13

Waltz (16: 28pm ET):

  • Creating a principles group to coordinate Houthis, particularly over the next 72 hours.
  • Following the meeting in the Sit Room this morning, my deputy Alex Wong is putting together a tiger team at the deputies/agency chief of staff for action items, which he will distribute later this evening.
  • Please provide your team’s best staff POC for us to coordinate with over the coming days and the weekend. Thx.

Marco Rubio (16: 29pm ET):

  • Mike Needham for the state

JD Vance (16: 29pm ET):

  • VP Andy Baker

Tulsi Gabbard (16: 30pm ET)

  • Joe Kent for DNI

Scott Bessent (16: 39pm ET)

  • Treasury, Dan Katz

Pete Hegseth (16: 53pm ET)

  • DoD Dan Caldwell

Brian (18: 34pm ET)

  • NSC’s Brian McCormack

March 14

Waltz (08: 05am ET):

  • In your high side inboxes, you should receive a statement of conclusions with taskings as per the President’s directive this morning.
  • We created suggested notification lists for regional allies and partners in the form of state and DOD.
  • We will collaborate with DOD to ensure COS, OVP, and POTUS are informed about the more specific sequence of events in the upcoming days.

Vance (08: 16am ET):

  • Team, I’m in Michigan for a day of work and attending an economic event. However, I believe we are in error.
  • The Suez accounts for 3% of US trade. 40% of trade occurs in Europe. There is a real chance that the general public is unaware of this or its necessity.
  • According to POTUS, sending a message is the only way to go about doing this. The president may not be aware of how incongruent his position on Europe is right now with his message. A moderate to severe increase in oil prices is another possibility.
  • I’m willing to back the team’s consensus and keep these issues a secret. However, there is a compelling argument to postpone this for a month, conduct research on why this matters, assess the state of the economy, etc.

Joe Kent, Gabbard staff chief of staff, quoting (08:22 AM ET):

  • Driving the time line is not time-sensitive. In a month, we will have the exact same choices.
  • The Israelis will most likely launch strikes against the Houthis, and they will likely demand more from us.
  • That’s just a small part, though. The unclass data we obtained from BAM shipping will be sent to you.

Ratcliffe (08: 26am ET):

  • We are currently mobilizing resources from the CIA, but a delay would not have a negative impact on us and time would be used to find better starting points for coverage of Houthi leadership.

Hegseth (08: 27am ET):

  • VP (Vance): I fully understand your concerns regarding the POTUS and support you in every way.
  • Important factors, the majority of which are difficult to predict (economy, peace in Ukraine, Gaza, etc.)
  • No one knows who the Houthis are, so I believe messaging will be difficult no matter what. This is why we would need to stay focused on 1) Biden’s failure and 2) Iran funding. The calculus does not change in a fundamental way by waiting a few weeks or a month.
  • There are two immediate risks to waiting: 1) this leaks, which makes us look indecisive; 2) Israel acts first, or Gaza ceasesfire ends, so we don’t get to start this on our own terms. We are able to handle both. If there was a final go or no go vote, we should be able to carry out, and I think so.
  • Not the Houthis are the subject of this. Restoring the country’s fundamental right to navigation, which Biden cratered, and restoring deterrence, which Biden cratered, are two things I see.
  • However, pause is simple to make. And if it does, I’ll do everything in my power to enforce the OPSEC to the fullest. I’d like to hear your opinions.

Waltz (08: 32am ET):

  • Our current trade figures include 30% of container and 15% of global trade. It’s challenging to pin that down to US.
  • Specific because a significant portion of the container, either moving through the red sea or around the Cape of Good Hope, is going to Europe and is being made into products for transatlantic trade to the United States.
  • Whether or not we stop now, the European navies are unable to withstand the sophisticated, anti-ship, cruise missile, and drone warfare the Houthis are currently using.
  • Therefore, it will have to be the US, whether it is now or in a few weeks, when these shipping lanes are reopened. We are collaborating with the president to figure out how to collect the costs and levy them on the Europeans, at the president’s request.

Waltz (08: 42am ET):

  • We are the only ones with the ability to decide, as we did in the first PC, whether to allow the sea lanes to remain closed or to re-open them now or later.
  • We absolutely agree with all of the messaging that the Europeans must use to promote their defense.

Vance (08: 45am ET):

  • Let’s leave, Pete Hegseth, if you think we should.
  • I detest re-inflating Europe’s bailout.

Vance (08: 46am ET):

  • Just make sure the messaging is consistent here.
  • And we should do it if there are things we can do right away to reduce the risk to the Saudi oil facilities.

Hegseth (08: 49am ET):

  • VP: I completely agree with you about European free-loading. It is PATHETIC.
  • However, Mike is correct in saying that we are the only people on the planet capable of doing this (on our side of the ledger). Nobody else comes even close.
  • The question is about timing. Given the POTUS’s recommendation to reopen shipping lanes, I believe this is the best time to act. Although POTUS still has 24 hours of decision-making time, I believe we should leave.

SM (09: 35am ET):

  • The president said, “Green Light, but we soon make clear to Egypt and Europe what we expect in return,” as I heard it.
  • We need to determine a way to put such a requirement into effect as well. What, EG, if Europe doesn’t make money?
  • There must be some additional economic gain if the US is successful in restoring freedom of navigation for a sizable price.

Konkel replaces suspended Gallagher as Scotland face France

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France vs. Scotland at the Women’s Six Nations

Location: Stade Marcel-Deflandre, La Rochelle Date: Saturday, March 29 Kick-off: 13:00 GMT

Evie Gallagher has been suspended from Saturday’s Women’s Six Nations game against France, but now Scotland head coach Bryan Easson has chosen Jade Konkel to replace her.

It is the only change from Scotland’s victory over Wales in the tournament’s opening round.

After being investigated for an illegal clear-out on Wales’ replacement hooker Kelsey Jones, Gallagher was sent a red card last weekend and was then banned for one game.

Konkel, a 19-year-old Harlequins forward, made her Scottish debut in 2013, and Easson anticipates her to be comfortable playing in the side.

Jade Easson praised her for having a lot of experience.

“I was obviously disappointed by Evie,” she said. She performed so well, dominating in and around breakdown situations.

Molly Poolman and Becky Boyd, both of whom are expected to make debuts, might make their debuts.

After her try against Wales, Leah Bartlett is still on the bench.

France defeated Ireland 27-15 in Belfast last weekend, and they will have a sold-out crowd cheering them on in La Rochelle for Scotland’s visit.

“La Rochelle is some place, and I believe it’s sold out,” said Evans. They will be there for warm up and will bring the entire town out.

We have made it very clear to the group of players who haven’t played in France before about their expectations because I believe it’s crucial that they comprehend.

In the previous year’s match against France, Scotland led 5-3 at half-time before ultimately falling 15-5 in Edinburgh.

France are a strong nation, but I thought our last game against France was excellent, according to Easson. We must have faith in that, they say.

We need to take confidence from the game’s unbeaten start to finish. We need to come away with conviction from our performance against Wales.

“We’ve won 13 of our previous 17 games,” the team said. Every game must be viewed as a valuable opportunity by us.

Scotland and France square off

Rollie, Lloyd, Orr, Thomson, McGhee, Nelson, Brebner-Holden, Young, Skeldon, Clarke, Cunningham, Bonar, Malcolm (capt), McLachlan, Konkel, and others.

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