thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Simon Cowell promises that BGT live shows will be 'something never seen before'

Britain 's Got Talent fans have been high-anticipating the return of the talent show .
And Simon Cowell , 60 , has promised that the live shows - that were forced to halt filming amid the coronavirus pandemic - will be `` very stimulating '' and vows that it will be 'something fans have never seen before . '
The TV and music mogul - who is unable to appear on the judging panel after broke his back falling off a new electric bike at his house in Malibu - also revealed that he and show bosses have gone to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` tremendous energy '' despite no live studio audience .
Speaking ahead of the series , the father-of-one dished on how the new series is not to be missed , as he gushed : `` I don ’ t want to give too much away but when you watch the semi-finals and final you ’ re going to see something you ’ ve never seen before , it ’ s very high tech .
It ’ s been very stimulating putting the whole thing together . ''
And when quizzed on if he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ energetic show - that usually thrives off the audiences cheers , laughters , cries and boos - Simon vowed that fans will still get the same BGT experience at home .
Simon shared : `` Hopefully , from what I have seen it won ’ t change the vibe in the room .
I don ’ t want to give too much away but what we are planning to do will mean it will still feel like you ’ ve got this tremendous energy behind us on the panel .
Simon - who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the live shows - added : `` You ’ ll be able to see and hear the audience watching at home , it ’ ll just be different .
It ’ s going to be fascinating to be a part of this . ''
BGT was forced to abandon filming the live semi-finals and final after the UK went into lockdown in March , instead moving it to later this year .
And on Sunday , the programme aired a special episode to reveal who had made it through to the live shows @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had enjoyed watching during the auditions .
Fans flocked to Twitter to comment , with one jokingly tweeting : `` This must be the first load of # BGT finalists we 've all forgotten about before they were even announced . ''
While another commented : `` For once I 'm glad of the recap !
Genuinely ca n't remember a single act # BGT . ''
A third wrote : `` Time for ... .. # BGT ... .
and I have no idea where we are with it all !
!
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ was last year since the auditions were on TV !
!
# BGT , '' another commented .
One wrote : `` I don ’ t remember any of this .
They ’ re expecting me to remember these people .
# BGT # BritainsGotTalent . ''
*Britain 's Got Talent returns next Saturday on ITV

Britain's Got Talent's live semi-finals will air on September 5, after the ITV talent show was forced to abandon filming amid the coronavirus pandemic
Simon Cowell promises that BGT live shows will be 'something never seen before'
Britain's Got Talent fans have been high-anticipating the return of the talent show.
And Simon Cowell, 60, has promised that the live shows - that were forced to halt filming amid the coronavirus pandemic - will be "very stimulating" and vows that it will be 'something fans have never seen before.'
The TV and music mogul - who is unable to appear on the judging panel after broke his back falling off a new electric bike at his house in Malibu - also revealed that he and show bosses have gone to great lengths to ensure the series has "tremendous energy" despite no live studio audience.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Speaking ahead of the series, the father-of-one dished on how the new series is not to be missed, as he gushed: "I don’t want to give too much away but when you watch the semi-finals and final you’re going to see something you’ve never seen before, it’s very high tech. It’s been very stimulating putting the whole thing together."
And when quizzed on if he is concerned about the vibe of the energetic show - that usually thrives off the audiences cheers, laughters, cries and boos - Simon vowed that fans will still get the same BGT experience at home.
Simon shared: "Hopefully, from what I have seen it won’t change the vibe in the room. I don’t want to give too much away
but what we are planning to do will mean it will still feel like you’ve got this tremendous energy behind us on the panel.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Simon - who is being replaced by Ashley Banjo on the live shows - added: "You’ll be able to see and hear the audience watching at home, it’ll just be different. It’s going to be fascinating to be a part of this."
BGT was forced to abandon filming the live semi-finals and final after the UK went into lockdown in March, instead moving it to later this year.
And on Sunday, the programme aired a special episode to reveal who had made it through to the live shows but viewers struggled to recall who they had enjoyed watching during the auditions.
Fans flocked to Twitter to comment, with one jokingly tweeting: "This must be the first load of #BGT finalists we've all forgotten about before they were even announced."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
While another commented: "For once I'm glad of the recap! Genuinely can't remember a single act #BGT."
A third wrote: "Time for..... #BGT .... and I have no idea where we are with it all!!!"
"Honestly feels like it was last year since the auditions were on TV!! #BGT," another commented.
One wrote: "I don’t remember any of this. They’re expecting me to remember these people. #BGT #BritainsGotTalent."
*Britain's Got Talent returns next Saturday on ITV


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Struggling schools must find cash for £216million bill to keep our kids safe

Heads will have to pay the £216million cost of making schools safe for pupils to return this week .
And staff fear they will have to raid cash meant for teaching .
One union boss said : “ The Government should cover these costs.
” Teachers ’ leaders say that England ’ s 21,622 schools - already cash-strapped after a decade of austerity - are each spending an average £10,000 to prepare .
They have called on the Government to cover the costs - warning that the “ short-sighted ” decision means schools will be forced to use educational budgets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ general secretary of the National Association of Headteachers , said : “ Every pound spent on cleaning materials is a pound that can not be spent on a child ’ s education.
” Around two in five schools are expected to welcome back pupils for the start of the autumn term on Tuesday , despite ongoing concerns about their ability to reopen safely .
The majority of pupils will already be three months behind in their studies when they return to the classrooms , with boys the worst affected .
Teachers estimate that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ areas could be more than four months behind pupils in the wealthiest areas .
A National Foundation for Educational Research study also found the learning gap between the two groups has widened by 46 % since the start of the pandemic .
The Government has provided £650m ‘ catch-up ’ funding to help close the gap , as well as covering some other costs related to an outbreak .
But schools are expected to cover additional expenses themselves - including sanitiser , extra cleaning staff , signs , disinfectant wipes , PPE kit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ for disinfecting outdoor play equipment themselves .
Teachers ’ leaders claim the £216m ‘ back to school ’ cost will go up as they are forced to restock supplies , bring in supply staff to cover those who need to self-isolate , or in the event of a further lockdown .
Mr Whiteman of the NAHT said : “ School leaders and their teams have stuck to their task , calmly and professionally and parents can have confidence that schools will be ready .
“ Our research shows that 96 per cent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of classrooms and school premises .
The Government has mandated certain safety measures , and parents and schools alike would rightly expect the Government to meet these costs in full . ''
The NAHT ’ s latest research also found that three in 10 teachers believed budgetary constraints would affect their schools ’ ability to reopen safely .
Heads spent an average of £9,990 getting ready , while they are also losing an average £15,915 in income from renting out facilities or cancelled fund-raising events .
The NASUWT union estimates that if schools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their funding on all Covid-related costs , rather than just reopening costs , they would need an injection of at least £2.38bn to this year ’ s £47.6bn funding budget .
Geoff Barton , general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders , added : “ The Government has said that schools should use their existing resources to make arrangements to welcome all children back , and that there are no plans to reimburse additional costs incurred as part of that process .
“ This is a deeply disappointing and short-sighted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ budgets will be put under further strain .
The costs that are associated with reopening in line with the Government ’ s own guidance are considerable .
“ Our view is that the Government should provide funding to cover these costs , so that school budgets , as well as extra catch-up money from the government , can be used as effectively as possible for educational purposes , rather than funding hygiene measures and plugging gaps in staffing.
” One primary school head told how children will lose out as a result of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experienced teacher told the Mirror : “ We are using precious money from our budget to pay for this which would otherwise be spent on resources for the children .
“ We spent about £4000 and were led to believe we would be able to claim this back but we can ’ t .
“ The only claims allowed are as a result of measures for a suspected case of COVID in school .
“ Our costs will continue to rise as we open fully and we don ’ t know how long @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of cleaning up for .
“ It ’ s time consuming for staff to be endlessly cleaning door handles and light switches and the office staff are cleaning toilets during the day .
“ We can ’ t afford to pay the cleaner to come in , especially now we know we can ’ t claim back any of the costs.
” A Department for Education spokesperson said : “ Headteachers , teachers and school staff have gone to enormous lengths to ensure children can get back into their classes safely when the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best place for their education , development and wellbeing .
“ Throughout the pandemic , schools have continued to receive their core funding , with this year marking the first year of a three-year £14.4bn total cash boost .
“ Schools have also been able to claim for specific exceptional costs such as additional cleaning required due to confirmed or suspected coronavirus cases.
” Education Secretary Gavin Williamson , who remains in post despite his handling of the A-level results debacle and a series of policy u-turns and last-minute advice for schools , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Commons today [ TUES ] to say how he will protect pupils ’ schooling .
Labour leader Keir Starmer will call for a “ proper plan ” from the Government , adding : “ He needs to explain how he will make up for the damage already done , bring pupils up to speed and mitigate against the ongoing risk from the pandemic.
” Thanking teachers for their hard work , Mr Williamson said yesterday : “ I do not underestimate how challenging the last few months have been but I do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be back in school , not only for their education but for their development and wellbeing too .
“ But it is down to the sheer hard work of so many teachers and school staff that from today pupils will be able to learn in their classrooms together again.
” Schools have been warned to expect unruly and disruptive behaviour as some pupils return to class for the first time in nearly six months .
Guidance issued by the DfE admits that many young people will struggle to adjust to routine and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long .
It suggests schools should have plans in place to help pupils reintegrate into school life , with children with special educational needs likely to need extra support .
New research shows that lockdown has heightened anxiety with one in three parents feeling their child will struggle to settle back in with friends .
Almost half ( 45 % ) said that lockdown has negatively impacted their child in the study by youth charity The Diana Award and Nationwide Building Society .
More than a third ( 34 % ) of young @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than usual about the return to school because of lockdown .
The NAHT has said that 97 % of schools plan to welcome all pupils full-time from the start of the autumn term , while the remaining 3 % have set out how they will phase pupils back into class .
All children will stay in groups or bubbles to reduce the risk of spreading infection , and older children in particular will be expected to follow social distancing guidelines .
Last week , ministers u-turned on face coverings which will be worn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any areas with local lockdowns in place .
Meanwhile , 26 % of parents said they were not planning to send their child back to school at the start of term , while a further 20 % remained undecided , according to a poll by the charity Parentkind .
Its survey of 3,400 parents also found that 78 % opposed fines for school absences during the autumn term .
Education unions are calling for a temporary ban on school absence fines which the DfE has said will only be used as a “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Local authorities can fine parents £120 - cut to £60 if paid within 21 days - over a child ’ s absence from school , with the threat of prosecution if they fail to pay .
Dr Mary Bousted of the National Education Union said fining families for school absences would “ not resolve the fears or anxieties ” felt by many parents .
What do you think ?
Join the debate in the comments below .

EXCLUSIVE: Teachers' unions say coffers are running dry at schools already hit by years of Tory austerity - and now they have to stump up for coronavirus preparations
Struggling schools must find cash for £216million bill to keep our kids safe
Heads will have to pay the £216million cost of making schools safe for pupils to return this week.
And staff fear they will have to raid cash meant for teaching.
One union boss said: “The Government should cover these costs.”
Teachers’ leaders say that England’s 21,622 schools - already cash-strapped after a decade of austerity - are each spending an average £10,000 to prepare.
They have called on the Government to cover the costs - warning that the “short-sighted” decision means schools will be forced to use educational budgets to balance books.
Paul Whiteman, general secretary of the National Association of Headteachers, said: “Every pound spent on cleaning materials is a pound that cannot be spent on a child’s education.”
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Around two in five schools are expected to welcome back pupils for the start of the autumn term on Tuesday, despite ongoing concerns about their ability to reopen safely.
The majority of pupils will already be three months behind in their studies when they return to the classrooms, with boys the worst affected.
Teachers estimate that those at school in the most disadvantaged areas could be more than four months behind pupils in the wealthiest areas.
A National Foundation for Educational Research study also found the learning gap between the two groups has widened by 46% since the start of the pandemic.
The Government has provided £650m ‘catch-up’ funding to help close the gap, as well as covering some other costs related to an outbreak.
Image: PA) PA)
But schools are expected to cover additional expenses themselves - including sanitiser, extra cleaning staff, signs, disinfectant wipes, PPE kit, perspex screens and large ‘troughs’ for disinfecting outdoor play equipment themselves.
Teachers’ leaders claim the £216m ‘back to school’ cost will go up as they are forced to restock supplies, bring in supply staff to cover those who need to self-isolate, or in the event of a further lockdown.
Mr Whiteman of the NAHT said: “School leaders and their teams have stuck to their task, calmly and professionally and parents can have confidence that schools will be ready.
“Our research shows that 96 per cent of schools are organising regular additional cleaning of classrooms and school premises. The Government has mandated certain safety measures, and parents and schools alike would rightly expect the Government to meet these costs in full."
Image: Digital/AFP via Getty Images) Digital/AFP via Getty Images)
The NAHT’s latest research also found that three in 10 teachers believed budgetary constraints would affect their schools’ ability to reopen safely.
Heads spent an average of £9,990 getting ready, while they are also losing an average £15,915 in income from renting out facilities or cancelled fund-raising events.
The NASUWT union estimates that if schools spent as much as 5% of their funding on all Covid-related costs, rather than just reopening costs, they would need an injection of at least £2.38bn to this year’s £47.6bn funding budget.
Geoff Barton, general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, added: “The Government has said that schools should use their existing resources to make arrangements to welcome all children back, and that there are no plans to reimburse additional costs incurred as part of that process.
Image: PA) PA)
“This is a deeply disappointing and short-sighted decision which will inevitably mean that school budgets will be put under further strain. The costs that are associated with reopening in line with the Government’s own guidance are considerable.
“Our view is that the Government should provide funding to cover these costs, so that school budgets, as well as extra catch-up money from the government, can be used as effectively as possible for educational purposes, rather than funding hygiene measures and plugging gaps in staffing.”
One primary school head told how children will lose out as a result of a lack of Government support.
The experienced teacher told the Mirror: “We are using precious money from our budget to pay for this which would otherwise be spent on resources for the children.
Image: Phil Harris) Phil Harris)
“We spent about £4000 and were led to believe we would be able to claim this back but we can’t.
“The only claims allowed are as a result of measures for a suspected case of COVID in school.
“Our costs will continue to rise as we open fully and we don’t know how long we will have to keep this level of cleaning up for.
“It’s time consuming for staff to be endlessly cleaning door handles and light switches and the office staff are cleaning toilets during the day.
“We can’t afford to pay the cleaner to come in, especially now we know we can’t claim back any of the costs.”
A Department for Education spokesperson said: “Headteachers, teachers and school staff have gone to enormous lengths to ensure children can get back into their classes safely when the new term starts as it is the best place for their education, development and wellbeing.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“Throughout the pandemic, schools have continued to receive their core funding, with this year marking the first year of a three-year £14.4bn total cash boost.
“Schools have also been able to claim for specific exceptional costs such as additional cleaning required due to confirmed or suspected coronavirus cases.”
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson, who remains in post despite his handling of the A-level results debacle and a series of policy u-turns and last-minute advice for schools, faces demands to come to the House of Commons today [TUES] to say how he will protect pupils’ schooling.
Labour leader Keir Starmer will call for a “proper plan” from the Government, adding: “He needs to explain how he will make up for the damage already done, bring pupils up to speed and mitigate against the ongoing risk from the pandemic.”
Thanking teachers for their hard work, Mr Williamson said yesterday: “I do not underestimate how challenging the last few months have been but I do know how important it is for children to be back in school, not only for their education but for their development and wellbeing too.
Image: Huddersfield Examiner) Huddersfield Examiner)
“But it is down to the sheer hard work of so many teachers and school staff that from today pupils will be able to learn in their classrooms together again.”
Schools have been warned to expect unruly and disruptive behaviour as some pupils return to class for the first time in nearly six months.
Guidance issued by the DfE admits that many young people will struggle to adjust to routine and discipline after being at home for so long.
It suggests schools should have plans in place to help pupils reintegrate into school life, with children with special educational needs likely to need extra support.
New research shows that lockdown has heightened anxiety with one in three parents feeling their child will struggle to settle back in with friends.
Almost half (45%) said that lockdown has negatively impacted their child in the study by youth charity The Diana Award and Nationwide Building Society.
More than a third (34%) of young people also admitted to being more worried than usual about the return to school because of lockdown.
The NAHT has said that 97% of schools plan to welcome all pupils full-time from the start of the autumn term, while the remaining 3% have set out how they will phase pupils back into class.
All children will stay in groups or bubbles to reduce the risk of spreading infection, and older children in particular will be expected to follow social distancing guidelines.
Last week, ministers u-turned on face coverings which will be worn in communal areas in secondary schools in any areas with local lockdowns in place.
Meanwhile, 26% of parents said they were not planning to send their child back to school at the start of term, while a further 20% remained undecided, according to a poll by the charity Parentkind.
Its survey of 3,400 parents also found that 78% opposed fines for school absences during the autumn term.
Education unions are calling for a temporary ban on school absence fines which the DfE has said will only be used as a “last resort” when classes resume.
Local authorities can fine parents £120 - cut to £60 if paid within 21 days - over a child’s absence from school, with the threat of prosecution if they fail to pay.
Dr Mary Bousted of the National Education Union said fining families for school absences would “not resolve the fears or anxieties” felt by many parents.
What do you think? Join the debate in the comments below.


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--All Creatures Great and Small bags second series before first one airs

All Creatures Great and Small has been commissioned for a second series before the first even airs , with bosses calling it the perfect antidote to Brexit and cornovavirus .
The reboot of the 1980s Yorkshire vets drama is on for the first time tonight .
And Channel 5 chief Ben Frow said : “ We will definitely do a second series.
” Executive producer Colin Callender said he first wanted to remake the feelgood show to help “ heal a country torn apart ” by Brexit , but the pandemic made it even better suited to the times .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ prior to Covid – we were living in an immensely difficult time , post-Brexit .
“ I wanted a show we could all watch together that could reaffirm the basic values that inform Britain at its best – community , care of others , family , all things I think we ’ ve sort of lost .
“ Who could have guessed that when we would launch the series we would be in a world where those issues were more real than ever ?
The story couldn ’ t be more of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It taps into a simpler time and the quest for a simpler life is huge.
” Samuel West , who plays lead vet Siegfried Farnon , said it would be “ wonderful ” to do a second run .
The Crown actor added : “ I ’ m really pleased we ’ re in a British series that isn ’ t about really rich people .
“ I loved being in The Crown , but I think it ’ s not the zeitgeist now .
“ We ’ re living smaller , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nature.
” West is joined by newcomer Nick Ralph , as James Herriot , and The Durrells ’ Callum Woodhouse , as Siegfried ’ s brother Tristan .
Ex-Hollyoaks star Rachel Shenton is farmer ’ s daughter Helen Ald-erson and Anna Madeley is housekeeper Mrs Hall .
Callender said despite its retro roots and reborn original characters the show looks very different to the classic BBC version .
He said : “ One of the starring characters is the Yorkshire Dales and , with new technology and drones , I felt we would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way that hadn ’ t been seen.
” Series two is due to go into production in the New Year .

Channel 5 have decided to commission a second series of the reboot of the 1980s Yorkshire vets drama
All Creatures Great and Small bags second series before first one hits TV screens
All Creatures Great and Small has been commissioned for a second series before the first even airs, with bosses calling it the perfect antidote to Brexit and cornovavirus.
The reboot of the 1980s Yorkshire vets drama is on for the first time tonight.
And Channel 5 chief Ben Frow said: “We will definitely do a second series.”
Executive producer Colin Callender said he first wanted to remake the feelgood show to help “heal a country torn apart” by Brexit, but the pandemic made it even better suited to the times.
Image: Playground Television (UK) Ltd.) Playground Television (UK) Ltd.)
He explained: “I felt – prior to Covid – we were living in an immensely difficult time, post-Brexit.
“I wanted a show we could all watch together that could reaffirm the basic values that inform Britain at its best – community, care of others, family, all things I think we’ve sort of lost.
“Who could have guessed that when we would launch the series we would be in a world where those issues were more real than ever? The story couldn’t be more of the moment.”
Frow agreed, saying: “It taps into a simpler time and the quest for a simpler life is huge.” Samuel West, who plays lead vet Siegfried Farnon, said it would be “wonderful” to do a second run.
The Crown actor added: “I’m really pleased we’re in a British series that isn’t about really rich people.
“I loved being in The Crown, but I think it’s not the zeitgeist now.
Image: ViacomCBS/Todd Antony) ViacomCBS/Todd Antony)
“We’re living smaller, more carefully, more in harmony with nature.”
West is joined by newcomer Nick Ralph, as James Herriot, and The Durrells’ Callum Woodhouse, as Siegfried’s brother Tristan.
Ex-Hollyoaks star Rachel Shenton is farmer’s daughter Helen Ald-erson and Anna Madeley is housekeeper Mrs Hall.
Callender said despite its retro roots and reborn original characters the show looks very different to the classic BBC version.
He said: “One of the starring characters is the Yorkshire Dales and, with new technology and drones, I felt we would bring this world to life in a way that hadn’t been seen.”
Series two is due to go into production in the New Year.
*All Creatures Great and Small, Channel 5, Tuesday, 9pm.


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Guess our mystery picture location and you could win a prize - how to enter

The Mirror Travel mystery picture competition for September has been revealed - can you guess where we are ?
Each month , we post a photo - all you need to do is work out where it is and you could win three superb illustrated DK Travel Guide books .
To give you a helping hand , we 'll be revealing clues here - so make sure to check back , and follow @ MirrorTravel and @ TravelEdNigel on Twitter for updates !
This month 's picture shows an 800-year-old structure which is part of a vast religious temple complex @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a Hollywood movie and the temple complex is a very popular tourist destination .
The question for September - name the MAIN TEMPLE COMPLEX .
THE PRIZE : The first correct answer chosen at random will win three beautifully illustrated DK Travel country or city guides of their choice , each up to a value of £19.99 .
For a full list of titles visit dk.co.uk .
HOW TO ENTER : When you think you 've guessed our mystery location , simply fill out the form below with your answer and details @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this page on the Mirror app , you 'll need to enter via the desktop or mobile websites .
LAST MONTH 'S ANSWER : Our August picture showed Tallinn , the charming capital of Estonia .
Correct answer : Tallinn .
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• Winner will be the first correct answer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Prize : three DK Travel country or city guides of winner 's choice to max rrp £19.99 delivered within 28 days of competition closing date .

Mirror Travel's mystery picture competition is back for September - but do you recognise the location? Guess correctly and you could win a prize
Guess the mystery travel picture location and you could win a prize - how to enter
***This competition has now closed***
The Mirror Travel mystery picture competition for September has been revealed - can you guess where we are?
Each month, we post a photo - all you need to do is work out where it is and you could win three superb illustrated DK Travel Guide books.
To give you a helping hand, we'll be revealing clues here - so make sure to check back, and follow @MirrorTravel and @TravelEdNigel on Twitter for updates!
This month's picture shows an 800-year-old structure which is part of a vast religious temple complex in a tropical country. It featured in a Hollywood movie and the temple complex is a very popular tourist destination.
The question for September - name the MAIN TEMPLE COMPLEX.
CLUE 1: The film's heroine wore an atom bra I'd erroneously purchased.
CLUE 2: You'll find a guerrilla raider was the main movie character here.
Clue 3: Would you find a tasty Penang korma here?
THE PRIZE: The first correct answer chosen at random will win three beautifully illustrated DK Travel country or city guides of their choice, each up to a value of £19.99. For a full list of titles visit dk.co.uk.
HOW TO ENTER: When you think you've guessed our mystery location, simply fill out the form below with your answer and details.
NB: If you are viewing this page on the Mirror app, you'll need to enter via the desktop or mobile websites.
LAST MONTH'S ANSWER: Our August picture showed Tallinn, the charming capital of Estonia. Correct answer: Tallinn.
NB: Coronavirus restrictions mean prizes will be held in storage and sent out when they are lifted.
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thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Corrie’s Kate Ford charges fans for messages after Sally Ann Matthews slams move

Coronation Street 's Kate Ford has become the latest star to join online platform Cameo in a bid to earn some extra cash .
The popular website allows celebrities to charge their fans for a personalised video recording from their favourite stars .
Kate - who plays Tracy Barlow on the Corrie cobbles - is one of thousands of celebrities that are now using the platform .
Her move to join the website came shortly after co-star Sally Ann Matthews criticised actors who charged for videos and autographs .
For £26.56 , Kate 's fans can request a personalised message @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there it ’ s Kate ford aka Tracey Barlow !
!
Looking forward to all your message requests ! ''
her profile reads .
She also shared several examples of messages that she has already created for her fans .
Kate already boasts four 5-star reviews after creating footage for some of her followers .
Among the comments , her fans thanked the star for being so quick in her responses on the website and making their loved ones ' days .
Kate is one of several soap stars that now use the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ base .
Anthony Cotton , who plays Sean Tully , is also charging fans to record personalised videos .
Corrie 's Sinead Tinker , played by Katie McGlynn , charges £100.43 to film her messages .
John Partridge - of EastEnders fame - is also listed on the website , alongside Tracy-Ann Oberman and Ricky Groves .
A few weeks ago , Coronation street co-star Sally Ann Matthews criticised actors who charged their fans for autographs and video messages .
`` Write to us at Trafford Wharf Road .
We do them for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an autograph ( or a video message come to that ) x , '' she replied to a fan on Twitter .
While the move was praised by her followers , Simon Gregson 's wife Emma Gleave , accused the star of not supporting her co-workers .
Her husband charges £30 on another celebrity website where stars can charge for their video messages .
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Coronation Street star Kate Ford has joined the website Cameo and is now taking requests from fans for personalised messages. The actress joins a growing list of stars charging for the clips
Coronation Street's Kate Ford has become the latest star to join online platform Cameo in a bid to earn some extra cash.
The popular website allows celebrities to charge their fans for a personalised video recording from their favourite stars.
Kate - who plays Tracy Barlow on the Corrie cobbles - is one of thousands of celebrities that are now using the platform.
Her move to join the website came shortly after co-star Sally Ann Matthews criticised actors who charged for videos and autographs.
For £26.56, Kate's fans can request a personalised message recorded by the star.
"Hi there it’s Kate ford aka Tracey Barlow !! Looking forward to all your message requests!" her profile reads.
She also shared several examples of messages that she has already created for her fans.
Kate already boasts four 5-star reviews after creating footage for some of her followers.
Among the comments, her fans thanked the star for being so quick in her responses on the website and making their loved ones' days.
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Kate is one of several soap stars that now use the platform to communicate with their extensive fan base.
Anthony Cotton, who plays Sean Tully, is also charging fans to record personalised videos.
Corrie's Sinead Tinker, played by Katie McGlynn, charges £100.43 to film her messages.
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John Partridge - of EastEnders fame - is also listed on the website, alongside Tracy-Ann Oberman and Ricky Groves.
A few weeks ago, Coronation street co-star Sally Ann Matthews criticised actors who charged their fans for autographs and video messages.
"Write to us at Trafford Wharf Road. We do them for free! You should never pay for an autograph (or a video message come to that) x," she replied to a fan on Twitter.
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While the move was praised by her followers, Simon Gregson's wife Emma Gleave, accused the star of not supporting her co-workers.
Her husband charges £30 on another celebrity website where stars can charge for their video messages.
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thedailymirror--2020-09-01--You can currently bag hotel rooms from £19.99 a night across the UK

easyHotel is giving Brits the chance to snap up a cheap staycation thanks to a brand new sale .
The budget hotel brand has slashed prices on thousands of rooms across its UK city hotels , and there are currently rates from £19.99 a night to be had .
There are plenty of popular UK city break destinations included , such as Birmingham , Glasgow , Liverpool , Manchester and Sheffield .
You can already book the deals in the easyHotel sale online , but you 'll need to do so by Monday 7th September when the sale ends .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ but there are other bargains we spotted when we took a look at the sale .
While the cheapest rooms are n't available at the London hotels , at the time of writing we could find rooms under £25 a night in the English capital , as part of the discounts .
There 's a generous window of dates to choose from too as the deals are valid for stays between the 21st September through to the 13th November .
The discounts are subject to availability , so if you find a deal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worth snapping it up .
It 's worth noting that the cheapest rates are based on a non-refundable booking - you can read the full terms and conditions on the easyHotel website .
If you 're looking for more deals , easyHotel also offers a free membership scheme , ClubBedzzz which includes further discounts , as well as deals for Wi-Fi and check-in times .
Looking for more staycation inspiration ?
Check out our UK holidays page which has heaps of destination guides , accommodation round-ups and plenty more ideas to make the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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easyHotel's latest sale includes rooms from £19.99 in the likes of Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield
easyHotel is giving Brits the chance to snap up a cheap staycation thanks to a brand new sale.
The budget hotel brand has slashed prices on thousands of rooms across its UK city hotels, and there are currently rates from £19.99 a night to be had.
There are plenty of popular UK city break destinations included, such as Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield.
You can already book the deals in the easyHotel sale online, but you'll need to do so by Monday 7th September when the sale ends.
The cheapest rates start from £19.99, but there are other bargains we spotted when we took a look at the sale.
Image: Professional Images/@Profimages) Professional Images/@Profimages)
While the cheapest rooms aren't available at the London hotels, at the time of writing we could find rooms under £25 a night in the English capital, as part of the discounts.
There's a generous window of dates to choose from too as the deals are valid for stays between the 21st September through to the 13th November.
The discounts are subject to availability, so if you find a deal that's perfect for you it's worth snapping it up.
It's worth noting that the cheapest rates are based on a non-refundable booking - you can read the full terms and conditions on the easyHotel website.
If you're looking for more deals, easyHotel also offers a free membership scheme, ClubBedzzz which includes further discounts, as well as deals for Wi-Fi and check-in times.
Looking for more staycation inspiration? Check out our UK holidays page which has heaps of destination guides, accommodation round-ups and plenty more ideas to make the most of a holiday in the UK.
Want to tell us about your holiday experiences? Email webtravel@trinitymirror.com.


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Kate Ferdinand shares rare glimpse at growing baby bump as she slips into bikini

Kate Ferdinand has given fans a rare glimpse at her growing baby bump after giving her followers a pregnancy update .
The mum-to-be , 29 , is enjoying one last sun-soaked trip with her husband Rio Ferdinand , 41 , and his children before school starts again .
Former TOWIE star Kate looked gorgeous as she relaxed in a skimpy white bikini to show off her blossoming bump .
She added a designer straw hat to match her outfit while relaxing next to the beach at the unknown location .
Kate simply wrote : `` One last trip before school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a holiday . ''
The star , who is step-mum to Lorenz , 13 , Tate , 11 , and Tia , nine , looked radiant in the selfie as she updated fans on her pregnancy journey , which has been kept rather secret .
Kate has rarely shared snaps of her bump since announcing the news just over two months ago .
So fans were left gushing over how good she looks when she posted the snap on Instagram .
One wrote : `` You look incredible , I hope your feeling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` How stunning !
!
! ''
Kate and Rio shared their baby joy back in June , with a sweet video of the couple surprising his kids with the news .
The showbiz couple have recently splashed out on £40,000 for home security after announcing there 's an extra member joining their family .
The couple forked out the staggering amount for a pair of highly-trained dogs to protect their lavish home .
They reportedly enlisted the help of a special protection dog company , Chaperone K9 , to buy the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ source told The Sun : `` One is already at their home , and the second will be joining shortly .
`` The couple already have a dog - Kate 's chihuahua - but Rio will enjoy walking these pair a lot more !
`` They are incredible family dogs and will protect them like nothing else - everyone has one these days and who can blame them after everything that 's happened with the other footballers .
Rio is taking no chances ! ''
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Ex-TOWIE star Kate Ferdinand looked glowing as she slipped into a skimpy bikini to show off her growing baby bump in a rare Instagram snap
Kate Ferdinand shares rare glimpse at growing baby bump as she slips into bikini
Kate Ferdinand has given fans a rare glimpse at her growing baby bump after giving her followers a pregnancy update.
The mum-to-be, 29, is enjoying one last sun-soaked trip with her husband Rio Ferdinand, 41, and his children before school starts again.
Former TOWIE star Kate looked gorgeous as she relaxed in a skimpy white bikini to show off her blossoming bump.
She added a designer straw hat to match her outfit while relaxing next to the beach at the unknown location.
Kate simply wrote: "One last trip before school starts... the baby seems to like a holiday."
The star, who is step-mum to Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine, looked radiant in the selfie as she updated fans on her pregnancy journey, which has been kept rather secret.
Kate has rarely shared snaps of her bump since announcing the news just over two months ago.
So fans were left gushing over how good she looks when she posted the snap on Instagram.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
One wrote: "You look incredible, I hope your feeling well."
As a second shared: "How stunning!!!"
"Ah wow bump so exciting," a third added.
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Kate and Rio shared their baby joy back in June, with a sweet video of the couple surprising his kids with the news.
The showbiz couple have recently splashed out on £40,000 for home security after announcing there's an extra member joining their family.
The couple forked out the staggering amount for a pair of highly-trained dogs to protect their lavish home.
They reportedly enlisted the help of a special protection dog company, Chaperone K9, to buy the pair of black German shepherds.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
A source told The Sun : "One is already at their home, and the second will be joining shortly.
"The couple already have a dog - Kate's chihuahua - but Rio will enjoy walking these pair a lot more!
"They are incredible family dogs and will protect them like nothing else - everyone has one these days and who can blame them after everything that's happened with the other footballers. Rio is taking no chances!"
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thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Ocado cancels M&S orders just hours after launching new home delivery service

Ocado customers have had their Marks & Spencer orders cancelled , after waiting months for a new deal between the two firms to go live .
Shoppers have taken to twitter to complain after a surge in demand meant the online retailer was unable to fulfil all orders .
It comes after Ocado launched a new deal with the high street giant , promising to deliver food home for the first time in M & S 's history .
`` The vast majority of customers are unaffected and will be delivered as normal .
We would like to thank our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a big welcome and sincere apologies to any customers having to wait a bit longer , '' Ocado said in a statement .
A number of customers vented their anger at having their orders cancelled at the last minute , despite having booked them well in advance .
One customer tweeted : `` Big day but you 've cancelled my order that has been booked for 4 weeks !
Long time customer who now ca n't get a delivery until Sunday ... shocking service ! ''
Another said she was taking her business @ @ @ @ @ @ @ due 2pm tomorrow has been cancelled .
I booked the slot over 10 days ago .
I have been an Ocado customer for 10 years .
Day 1 of M & S and I want to know how I can cancel my membership , '' she said .
Until now , the only M & S food available online has been party dishes , cakes and a limited range of around 130 items through Deliveroo .
Shoppers can now choose from 6,000 M & S food items , alongside Ocado own-label goods and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ replaces a partnership between Ocado and Waitrose - which has now come to an end .
M & S has vowed that all its replacement products will be the same price as , or cheaper than , the equivalent Waitrose items .
M & S and Ocado say that their joint offer now amounts to more than 50,000 products , which they say is `` double that of the next largest grocery retailer '' .
But if Ocado customers do n't like the new set-up , they have the option of switching to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Just last month Marks & Spencer announced plans to axe 7,000 employees across its workforce .
M & S boss Steve Rowe said customers might `` never shop the same way again '' after the coronavirus crisis after almost every rival supermarket reported a surge in online home delivery orders .
As a result , the company is shifting towards areas that are expanding - online and food .

Marks & Spencer has bought a 50% share of Ocado's retail business, which means you can now order to have your M&S groceries home delivered for the first time ever
Ocado customers have had their Marks & Spencer orders cancelled, after waiting months for a new deal between the two firms to go live.
Shoppers have taken to twitter to complain after a surge in demand meant the online retailer was unable to fulfil all orders.
It comes after Ocado launched a new deal with the high street giant, promising to deliver food home for the first time in M&S's history.
"The vast majority of customers are unaffected and will be delivered as normal. We would like to thank our customers for giving M&S such a big welcome and sincere apologies to any customers having to wait a bit longer," Ocado said in a statement.
A number of customers vented their anger at having their orders cancelled at the last minute, despite having booked them well in advance.
Image: PA) PA)
One customer tweeted: "Big day but you've cancelled my order that has been booked for 4 weeks! Long time customer who now can't get a delivery until Sunday... shocking service!"
Another said she was taking her business elsewhere in future.
"My order due 2pm tomorrow has been cancelled. I booked the slot over 10 days ago. I have been an Ocado customer for 10 years. Day 1 of M&S and I want to know how I can cancel my membership," she said.
Until now, the only M&S food available online has been party dishes, cakes and a limited range of around 130 items through Deliveroo.
Shoppers can now choose from 6,000 M&S food items, alongside Ocado own-label goods and big-name branded items.
The new deal replaces a partnership between Ocado and Waitrose - which has now come to an end.
M&S has vowed that all its replacement products will be the same price as, or cheaper than, the equivalent Waitrose items.
M&S and Ocado say that their joint offer now amounts to more than 50,000 products, which they say is "double that of the next largest grocery retailer".
But if Ocado customers don't like the new set-up, they have the option of switching to Waitrose's own delivery service, Waitrose.com.
Just last month Marks & Spencer announced plans to axe 7,000 employees across its workforce.
M&S boss Steve Rowe said customers might "never shop the same way again" after the coronavirus crisis after almost every rival supermarket reported a surge in online home delivery orders.
As a result, the company is shifting towards areas that are expanding - online and food.


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Best Bluetooth headphones for 2020 to listen to music with no strings attached

Who needs wires anymore ?
New smartphones from Apple and Google are ditching traditional headphone jacks for good .
Thankfully , wireless Bluetooth technology has never been better , and you can now listen wire-free without worrying about a dropped connection or the hiss of static .
Headphone manufacturers are scrambling to take advantage of this fact and have turned out some very sleek options over the past couple of years .
The design , durability and improved audio quality just keeps getting better and better .
If you 're looking for something that looks as good as it sounds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exactly what you 're looking for .
The sleek ear buds boast IPX5 sweat and weather resistance while the Bluetooth 5 streaming offers improved call and music playback audio quality using simple tap controls .
Because they are super lightweight and compact these headphones are great for wearing in the gym or on the go .
The comply foam ear tips ensure a comfy fit that helps block ambient sound so there 's no distractions .
These tiny Jabra Elite ear plugs are particularly good at picking up your voice when you 're @ @ @ @ @ @ @ four-microphone array tucked into the tiny buds as well as built-in support for Amazon Alexa , Google Assistant and Siri .
Audio sounds good and the fit is nice and snug , so you do n't need to worry about them falling out of your ears if you 're rushing to get somewhere .
Once you 've run down the 5-hour battery , the pocket-friendly carry case doubles up as a charger that 'll give you another 10 hours .
The second generation Apple AirPods are an instantly recognisable pair of Bluetooth earbuds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you 're an iPhone user .
The updated version feature the new H1 chip , which improves connection and performance efficiency .
Users now get 50 % more talk time and an extra hour of battery life .
They also come in a handy wireless charging case that will juice them up again .
Double tapping them can also activate Siri and there 's a built-in microphone so you can take voice calls .
What 's more , the music will automatically pause when you take them out of your ears .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , you 'll need a device running iOS 10 or later .
The Bose QuietComfort 35ii 's stunning noise-cancelling headphones have been updated to support both Google 's Assistant and Amazon 's Alexa .
Just press the dedicated button to ask a question or give a command .
You can also adjust the active noise-cancelling tech to different levels depending on what 's going on around you .
The headphones are light and comfortable enough for extended listening periods , with the only real complaint being that the design is n't really eye-catching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ listen through , not look at and these are some of the best in the business .
You can tell the guys at Bang & Olufsen care about style because the charging case has been given a neat leather finish .
There are also touch-pads on the back of each earphone that can be used to control music and the multi-level pass through means you can also hear the outside world - if you choose .
The E8s will last for four hours between each charge with the leather case giving an additional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the outside , but inside the Beats Studio 3 headphones have evolved into a superior pair of noise-cancelling over-ear cans .
The headphones continuously detect the noise around you ( via two tiny outward-facing microphones ) and adapt the noise-cancelling to give you the best audio experience possible .
If you 've got an iPhone then these are an even better bet because Apple 's built-in W1 chip will pair effortlessly with your phone and make for a stronger connection .
The only drawback is they 're still a little on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earbuds boast noise cancelling technology and will last for about three hours on a single charge .
The buttons on the side will control playback and like many of the new wireless headphones , these earbuds come in a handy travel case that doubles up as a charger .
Sony 's usual commitment to quality means that these sound great and look stylish , with a black finish that works both in the boardroom and out on the trails .
These Skullcandy headphones feature a powerful Stereo Haptic Bass that music lovers will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ controlled bass levels allows you to have full control over audio in each ear and will totally transform your listening experience .
There 's also extra long battery life - 40 hours to be exact so you do n't have to worry about continuously charging them for when you 're out and about .
The built-in microphone and on ear buttons makes it easy to answer calls , change tracks and adjust volume seamlessly .
This durable and stylish headphones are built for any weather and are fully waterproof .
The curved design @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fit for wearers during sports or going for a run , the foam tips make them comfortable to wear for extended periods .
Audio is fully customisable using the Jaybird app , so you can adapt the headphones to suit what you 're listening to at the click of a button .
The Jaybird X4 also benefits from fast charging and offers up to eight hours battery life .
Block out the world and get in the zone with the FreeBuds 3i wireless earphones from Huawei .
Boasting an in-ear design , impressive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come with their own charging case , so you can easily charge on the go .
There 's also Active Noise Cancellation and a built-in microphone , making phone calls and listening to your favourite podcast a breeze .
Looking for the ideal pair of headphones to complete your sporting activities in ?
Check out the top rated sports headphones available to buy now .

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There's nothing worse than your wires getting tangled, so why not opt for a pair of wireless headphones to make your life easier?
13 Best wireless headphones for 2022 from Apple, Bose, Sony and more
Wireless headphones solve a lot of problems - and the best part is that you don't have to spend ages trying to untangle them when you're ready to put them to use.
If you're tired of living life with wires, trading your old ones for a shiny new high-tech pair sounds like a no brainer.
With the range of headphones available on the market today, choosing the perfect pair for your needs might require a bit of research. Luckily most of the major tech retailers like Currys and Amazon have a huge range, with great quality, budget-friendly options on offer like the BeatsX wireless headphones.
With many major brands constantly looking to improve upon sound quality, durability and battery life, there are also plenty of high tech options like the Bose QuietComfort 35 ii and Beats by Dre Studio 3 headphones to splash out on if your budget can stretch that far.
But before splashing out on an expensive pair it's important to ask yourself a few questions:
• What will you be using the headphones for?
• Which features will be most useful/beneficial?
• How much do you want to spend?
Once you've worked out those three vital things, take a look below at our best wireless headphones worth buying for 2022.
Best wireless headphones for 2022
Best wireless headphones under £100
Huawei's Freebuds 3 are a great option if you're not quite ready to jump into some of the other pricier alternatives.
Boasting a low-power Bluetooth chip for reduced power consumption the FreeBuds 3 ensure a longer battery life, which will give you 2.5 hours of voice calls or about 4 hours of continuous music playback on a single charge.
Pop them into the charging case when they need more power, the case is also handy for carrying around with you when you're on the go. Included in the set is a USB charging cable that will give allow you to get juice at any compatible port.
Best wireless headphones for running
The Jaybird Vista's are completely wireless and Bluetooth operated and have been developed for outdoor enthusiasts. The buds are sweat and water resistant so you can exercise comfortably, without worrying about them breaking mid-run.
Three sizes of interchangeable, silicone ear-gels ensure you can find the perfect fit. Secure and comfortable, they stay locked in place no matter how hard you push yourself, and feel weightless in the ear so you can fully concentrate on keeping fit.
The headphones come with three sized interchangeable silicone ear-gels to ensure you find the perfect fit for your ears. The silicone gels also keep the headphones in place, so you can push yourself to the limit.
Best overall wireless headphones
If you loved Apple's AirPods, you'll love the AirPod Pro's.
These sweat and water resistant headphones allow you full peace of mind during non water sports and strenuous exercise. There's also a transparency mode for when you do want to hear the outside sounds - perfect if you need to ask a colleague a question or connect with your surroundings.
A wireless charging case will offer you a full 24 hours of continuous playback.
Best noise-cancelling wireless headphones
These sleek-looking Sony headphones pack in noise cancelling technology and will last for about 30 hours on a single charge, now that's a lot of playlists.
As well as integrated Google assistant and Alexa capabilities, you can be sure that whether it's music, a podcast or your favourite show - you won't be interrupted by external sounds.
Best wireless headphones for comfort
The Bose QuietComfort 35 ii headphones boast volume optimised EQ which ensure music sounds its best with over 20 hours of wireless playback time. The superior noise-cancelling functions allows you to set the audio to suit your surroundings - whether that be at a noisy gym or simply relaxing at home with a spot of meditation.
There's also a Bose app that can be downloaded for extra functionality too, users are able to personalise settings of the headphones on there and share music with other compatible bluetooth Bose headphones and manage software updates.
Best in-ear wireless headphones
The BeatsX wireless headphones feature the same W1 chip as the iPhone 7, making for a swift and easy pairing with no fussy 3.5mm connections.
The wireless headphones, which loop around your neck (magnetic earbuds keep them tangle-free), provides two hours of playback after just five minutes on a charger. Leave them charging for 45 minutes and you can expect eight hours of playback.
Best budget wireless headphones
The Echo Buds from Amazon have a sleek and minimalist design, that will soon become your favourite travel companion.
Utilising Bose's active noise reduction technology, fully immerse yourself in whatever it is you're listening to without the interruption of outside sounds.
Access Alexa hands-free and a fit that suits you with an option of three differently sized ear tips.
Best wireless headphones under £50
The JBuds by Jlab have a luxury look without the luxury price tag. They're some of the most affordable earphones on the market at the moment, that don't compromise on great quality sound.
A stable bluetooth connection allows you to easily connect to your smartphone or bluetooth enabled device. They come with a sleek looking charging case, that will give you around 14 hours of playback time. Not bad for under £50.
Best over-ear wireless headphones
There's not much difference on the outside, but inside the Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones have evolved into a superior pair of noise-cancelling over-ear cans.
The company's tech will continuously detect the noise around you (via two tiny outward-facing microphones) and adapt the noise-cancelling to give you the best experience possible. There's also around 40 hours of continuous playback time, the only drawback is they're still mighty expensive.
Best compatible wireless headphones
If you're on a budget, but are looking for a great quality pair of headphones with noise cancelling technology - these ones from GOJI are a great contender.
Enjoy a battery life of up to 20 hours on a single charge. Thanks to Bluetooth 5.0, you'll always get a strong connection with your smartphone. It's compatible with iOS and Android so will connect to all of your devices efficiently.
Best earphones for sporty people
Shokz are the bone conduction headphones perfectly suited to anyone who has an active lifestyle.
Unlike traditional headphones that use speakers to transmit sound vibrations through the air, Shokz uses patented bone conduction technology. Transducers send vibrations through the cheekbones and deliver sound directly to the inner ear, bypassing the eardrum - how cool is that?
This unique feature makes bone conduction headphones completely different from normal in-ear/over-ear headphones, allowing you to listen to music and also remain connected to your surroundings. They're also 29g light making them hardly noticeable.
Buy it from Amazon (£159.95)
Best earphone for comfortability
Just when you thought you had seen it all, Loop comes to play.
Whether you’re in the front row of a concert or relaxing in a meditation session, Loop gives you control over how your life sounds. The range of Experience Earplugs relies on innovative acoustic technology that complements the way your ears function.
This ensures sound and speech remain clear while capping decibel intake, it's also pretty useful if you listen to music during sport or physical activity.
All Loop Earplugs feature a sleek silhouette with a varied palette of colour options.
Buy it from Amazon (£24.99)
Best headphones for an immersive experience
The Px7 S2 from Bowers & Wilkins replaces the multi-award winning PX7 and if you're into your music, you're in for a treat.
Boasting an all-new premium design with superior comfort and fit, plus outstanding active noise cancellation that keeps the outside world at bay. Outstanding sound quality is delivered by newly developed drive units that are angled inside each headphone for a truly immersive listening experience.
Available in three stunning finishes – Black, Blue and Grey. Whilst the up to 30 hour battery life will keep you tuned into your favourite sounds on the go.
Buy it from Bowers & Wilkins (£379)
If you're looking for more ways to drown out the noise, check out our list of the best noise cancelling headphones for 2022.


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--'We need to learn the lessons of coronavirus to prepare for the climate crisis'

The coronavirus pandemic is teaching us some painful lessons .
If we don ’ t prepare for a crisis , if we take action too late and if the action is insufficient , then we pay a heavy price .
We are facing another crisis , even more serious than Covid-19 and we risk making the same mistake of failing to respond at the speed and scale it demands .
The climate emergency may have disappeared from the front pages , but it hasn ’ t gone away .
Everywhere you look , there are signs of it .
California @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back in January .
There was record flooding in Britain in February and extreme rainfall in India last month .
Greenland ’ s icecap is disappearing fast , with huge consequences for global sea level rises .
All of these are made more likely and more severe because of climate change So how have we prepared ?
We have a Climate Change Act , passed in 2008 , which requires us to stop adding to the greenhouse gas emissions we ’ ve already pumped into the atmosphere by 2050 , and includes interim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course to miss .
But the Act is showing its age – and has holes in it which urgently need patching .
Even if we met all its targets , we still wouldn ’ t be doing our fair share to avert the risk of climate catastrophe .
We need a new and more ambitious approach .
That ’ s why I ’ m introducing a new climate bill to sit alongside the Climate Change Act , to build on its strengths and fix its weaknesses .
The Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the loss of nature and wildlife .
It ’ s been drafted by top climate scientists and ensures we move further and faster to cut our emissions .
So no more kicking the can down the road til 2050 , putting off 'til tomorrow what should have been done yesterday .
It would also include the emissions in our supply chains .
No more claiming we have cleaned up our act when factories overseas are pumping out greenhouse gases to make things for consumers in Britain .
It focuses on nature too , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which are vital for farming and as a natural store for carbon .
It already has the backing of a broad coalition of scientists , public figures and campaigners like those from Extinction Rebellion who have been giving it their support this week .
And cross party support in the House of Commons .
Even though I ’ m an MP , I believe politicians have failed when it comes to climate action .
Governments haven ’ t shown the necessary leadership , nor engaged with people about how we can build a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our planet ’ s natural limits , and where people are protected from the devastating impacts of climate change .
So I ’ m glad this new bill would reach out beyond Westminster to involve citizens in devising our response , in the form of a Citizens ’ Assembly which would work with politicians .
We have to move with the times , and they are changing rapidly .
We need new targets and a new approach .
The Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill gives us this .
For this crisis , we @ @ @ @ @ @

The climate emergency may have disappeared from the front pages, but it hasn’t gone away, writes Green Party MP Caroline Lucas
'We need to learn the lessons of coronavirus to prepare for the climate crisis'
The coronavirus pandemic is teaching us some painful lessons.
If we don’t prepare for a crisis, if we take action too late and if the action is insufficient, then we pay a heavy price.
We are facing another crisis, even more serious than Covid-19 and we risk making the same mistake of failing to respond at the speed and scale it demands.
The climate emergency may have disappeared from the front pages, but it hasn’t gone away.
In fact, it’s accelerating.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Everywhere you look, there are signs of it. California is on fire, as Australia was back in January.
There was record flooding in Britain in February and extreme rainfall in India last month.
Greenland’s icecap is disappearing fast, with huge consequences for global sea level rises.
All of these are made more likely and more severe because of climate change
So how have we prepared? We have a Climate Change Act, passed in 2008, which requires us to stop adding to the greenhouse gas emissions we’ve already pumped into the atmosphere by 2050, and includes interim targets which we’re currently on course to miss.
But the Act is showing its age – and has holes in it which urgently need patching. Even if we met all its targets, we still wouldn’t be doing our fair share to avert the risk of climate catastrophe. We need a new and more ambitious approach.
That’s why I’m introducing a new climate bill to sit alongside the Climate Change Act, to build on its strengths and fix its weaknesses.
The Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill will address both the climate crisis and the loss of nature and wildlife.
It’s been drafted by top climate scientists and ensures we move further and faster to cut our emissions.
So no more kicking the can down the road til 2050, putting off 'til tomorrow what should have been done yesterday.
It would also include the emissions in our supply chains. No more claiming we have cleaned up our act when factories overseas are pumping out greenhouse gases to make things for consumers in Britain.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
It focuses on nature too, on biodiversity and the protection of soils which are vital for farming and as a natural store for carbon.
It already has the backing of a broad coalition of scientists, public figures and campaigners like those from Extinction Rebellion who have been giving it their support this week. And cross party support in the House of Commons.
Even though I’m an MP, I believe politicians have failed when it comes to climate action.
Governments haven’t shown the necessary leadership, nor engaged with people about how we can build a just and fair society which stays within our planet’s natural limits, and where people are protected from the devastating impacts of climate change.
So I’m glad this new bill would reach out beyond Westminster to involve citizens in devising our response, in the form of a Citizens’ Assembly which would work with politicians.
We have to move with the times, and they are changing rapidly. We need new targets and a new approach. The Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill gives us this.
For this crisis, we have to be better prepared.


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Flu jab during pregnancy does not increase risk of autism, scientists confirm

Having a flu jab while pregnant does not increase the risk that the baby will have autism , a new study has confirmed .
Researchers from Karolinska Institute in Stockholm found no link between the H1N1 flu vaccine during pregnancy and risk for autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ) .
In their study , published in Annals of Internal Medicine , the researchers , led by Dr Jonas F Ludvigsson , wrote : “ There are concerns that influenza vaccine exposure during pregnancy may be associated with increased risk for autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ) .
“ This large @ @ @ @ @ @ @ H1N1 vaccination during pregnancy and risk for ASD in the offspring.
” In the study , the researchers analysed live birth records between October 2009 and September 2010 .
In total , 39,726 infants were prenatally exposed to the flu vaccine , while 29,293 were unexposed .
The team then followed up with the infants in December 2016 , around six years after the study started .
The results revealed that the number of autism cases were virtually the same between the vaccine-exposed and unexposed children .
This suggests that receiving the flu @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk that your child will develop autism .
In a discussion about the findings , Dr Anders Hviid from the University of Copenhagen , who was not involved in the study , said : “ There is no doubt that vaccination in pregnancy is an important strategy for influenza prevention .
Influenza infection in pregnancy can pose serious health risks to mother and child .
“ Vaccination in pregnancy not only protects the mother and fetus but also provides protection in infancy directly by transfer of maternal antibodies and indirectly by preventing transmission @ @ @ @ @

Researchers from Karolinska Institute in Stockholm found no link between the H1N1 flu vaccine during pregnancy and risk for autism spectrum disorder
Flu jab during pregnancy does not increase risk of autism, scientists confirm
Having a flu jab while pregnant does not increase the risk that the baby will have autism, a new study has confirmed.
Researchers from Karolinska Institute in Stockholm found no link between the H1N1 flu vaccine during pregnancy and risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
In their study, published in Annals of Internal Medicine, the researchers, led by Dr Jonas F Ludvigsson, wrote: “There are concerns that influenza vaccine exposure during pregnancy may be associated with increased risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
“This large cohort study found no association between maternal H1N1 vaccination during pregnancy and risk for ASD in the offspring.”
In the study, the researchers analysed live birth records between October 2009 and September 2010.
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In total, 39,726 infants were prenatally exposed to the flu vaccine, while 29,293 were unexposed.
The team then followed up with the infants in December 2016, around six years after the study started.
The results revealed that the number of autism cases were virtually the same between the vaccine-exposed and unexposed children.
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This suggests that receiving the flu vaccine while pregnant does not increase the risk that your child will develop autism.
In a discussion about the findings, Dr Anders Hviid from the University of Copenhagen, who was not involved in the study, said: “There is no doubt that vaccination in pregnancy is an important strategy for influenza prevention. Influenza infection in pregnancy can pose serious health risks to mother and child.
“Vaccination in pregnancy not only protects the mother and fetus but also provides protection in infancy directly by transfer of maternal antibodies and indirectly by preventing transmission from the mother.”


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Anger as tourist takes selfie while grabbing tiger's testicles at zoo

A woman has sparked anger after posing for selfies at a Thai zoo while grabbing a tiger 's testicles .
The tourist was visiting the Tiger Kingdom zoo in Chiang Mai , in the north of the country , when she posed for selfies with the animal .
Shockingly , she reached between the big cat 's legs then cupped its genitals while photographing the act on August 26 .
Pictures of her stunt emerged online and the woman , Khun Waraschaya , was criticised by angry locals who accused her of `` humiliating '' the tiger .
Zoos have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ animals so tourists can pose for pictures with them .
One shocked viewer , Phorntip Siracha , wrote online : `` This is so rude .
The tiger did not allow you to touch his privates .
`` You have no right to do that . ''
Another , Kaew , said : `` This is dangerous .
If the tiger had reacted angrily it could have attacked you . ''
Others said they felt sorry for the tiger for having its testicles exposed online .
Khun Waraschaya defended herself by claiming she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about the incident , the head of the zoo keepers , Pirom Cahntama , said on August 29 that the staff are trained to take care of their guests and the tigers .
He said that they are monitored carefully during close interactions where people take selfies to ensure that both are safe .
Pirom said : `` We do not allow tourists to grab the tigers ' testicles but they are allowed to touch any part of the animal 's body as long as our specialists are present .
`` From now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no visitor will ever be able to touch this part of a tiger 's body again . ''
He added that the zoo specialists regularly examine the tigers ' genitals and other parts of its body for health check .

WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGE Khun Waraschaya sparked outrage after she was pictured groping the tiger at the Tiger Kingdom zoo in Chiang Mai, Thailand, last week
A woman has sparked anger after posing for selfies at a Thai zoo while grabbing a tiger's testicles.
The tourist was visiting the Tiger Kingdom zoo in Chiang Mai, in the north of the country, when she posed for selfies with the animal.
Shockingly, she reached between the big cat's legs then cupped its genitals while photographing the act on August 26.
Pictures of her stunt emerged online and the woman, Khun Waraschaya, was criticised by angry locals who accused her of ''humiliating'' the tiger.
Image: ViralPress) ViralPress)
Zoos have faced controversy for allegedly sedating the powerful animals so tourists can pose for pictures with them.
One shocked viewer, Phorntip Siracha, wrote online: ''This is so rude. The tiger did not allow you to touch his privates.
"You have no right to do that.''
Another, Kaew, said: ''This is dangerous. If the tiger had reacted angrily it could have attacked you.''
Others said they felt sorry for the tiger for having its testicles exposed online.
Image: ViralPress) ViralPress)
Image: ViralPress) ViralPress)
Khun Waraschaya defended herself by claiming she is an animal lover.
After hearing about the incident, the head of the zoo keepers, Pirom Cahntama, said on August 29 that the staff are trained to take care of their guests and the tigers.
He said that they are monitored carefully during close interactions where people take selfies to ensure that both are safe.
Pirom said: "We do not allow tourists to grab the tigers' testicles but they are allowed to touch any part of the animal's body as long as our specialists are present.
"From now on, we will make sure that no visitor will ever be able to touch this part of a tiger's body again.''
He added that the zoo specialists regularly examine the tigers' genitals and other parts of its body for health check.


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Brit dad-of-two goes missing in Bulgaria for three months after head injury

A British family said they feel `` helpless '' after their loved one vanished from his home in Bulgaria .
James Robinson 35 , has been missing for three months since suffering a head injury in a fall .
The dad-of-two from Wigan , was admitted to hospital overseas after falling from the house he was renovating in Vratsa , West Bulgaria .
He had moved overseas to start a new life in January after buying his dream house .
Police are appealing for help to track him down and his family said they are desperate for news .
His @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Billinge , said they believe he lost balance and fell on May 10th .
He was taken by ambulance to hospital where a CT scan revealed bruising to his brain .
Medics wanted him to remain in hospital for observation but he checked himself out the following day on May 11th and left by taxi .
“ We feel totally helpless , we reported him missing weeks ago and the police in Bulgaria are looking for him , ” Danielle told The Mirror .
“ His passport , laptop and driving licence were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been staying in while he renovated his house .
“ We found his mobile phone on the ground outside the property.
” The family were told a bit of blood may have been found next to the phone , suggesting he 'd had a fall .
“ After piecing everything together , it seems he may have fallen off the house and was taken to hospital by ambulance , ” Danielle said .
“ We think a woman went with him and we are trying to find her .
“ He was given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the brain but he woke up and discharged himself .
That is the last that is known of him .
“ We have tried to think positively but it just does n't make sense .
It 's all very strange .
“ This is devastating for my parents and we just want to find him.
” Danielle said her brother , a self employed handyman , moved to Bulgaria in January after buying a house and a plot of land for just £4,000 .
But she said just days after arriving the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ old bird 's nest .
He then bought a caravan to live in while he rebuilt the house .
The dad , who has a nine year old and ten year old child from his previous relationship , had plans to grow his own crops and had bought seeds and a rotavator , she said .
Merseyside Police have also appealed for help and are classing James as a “ high risk missing person ” .
A statement from the force said : “ We are appealing for the public 's help to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ James , 35 , who is currently living in the Vratsa area of Bulgaria was last seen on 11th May leaving a nearby hospital after he was believed to have been treated for a head injury after falling .
“ He is described as white , of slim , 5ft 11 with dark blonde hair , a beard and fair complexion .
Unfortunately we do not know what he was last seen wearing .
“ Anyone that has seen James here in Merseyside or heard from him , should get in touch .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Bulgaria that could share our appeal or has also seen James , please do so .
Call us with any information on 01517773600 .
”

Dad-of-two James Robinson, 35, from Wigan, has been missing for three months since suffering a head injury in a fall - police are appealing for help to try and find him
Brit family's agony as dad goes missing in Bulgaria for three months after head injury
A British family said they feel "helpless" after their loved one vanished from his home in Bulgaria.
James Robinson 35, has been missing for three months since suffering a head injury in a fall.
The dad-of-two from Wigan, was admitted to hospital overseas after falling from the house he was renovating in Vratsa, West Bulgaria.
He had moved overseas to start a new life in January after buying his dream house.
Police are appealing for help to track him down and his family said they are desperate for news.
His sister Danielle Glass, 33, from Billinge, said they believe he lost balance and fell on May 10th.
He was taken by ambulance to hospital where a CT scan revealed bruising to his brain.
Medics wanted him to remain in hospital for observation but he checked himself out the following day on May 11th and left by taxi.
“We feel totally helpless, we reported him missing weeks ago and the police in Bulgaria are looking for him,” Danielle told The Mirror.
“His passport, laptop and driving licence were all found in the caravan he had been staying in while he renovated his house.
“We found his mobile phone on the ground outside the property.”
Image: Getty Images/EyeEm) Getty Images/EyeEm)
The family were told a bit of blood may have been found next to the phone, suggesting he'd had a fall.
“After piecing everything together, it seems he may have fallen off the house and was taken to hospital by ambulance,” Danielle said.
“We think a woman went with him and we are trying to find her.
“He was given a CT scan where there was bruising on the brain but he woke up and discharged himself. That is the last that is known of him.
“We have tried to think positively but it just doesn't make sense. It's all very strange.
“This is devastating for my parents and we just want to find him.”
Danielle said her brother, a self employed handyman, moved to Bulgaria in January after buying a house and a plot of land for just £4,000.
But she said just days after arriving the house caught fire after sparks ignited an old bird's nest.
He then bought a caravan to live in while he rebuilt the house.
The dad, who has a nine year old and ten year old child from his previous relationship, had plans to grow his own crops and had bought seeds and a rotavator, she said.
Merseyside Police have also appealed for help and are classing James as a “high risk missing person”.
A statement from the force said: “We are appealing for the public's help to find missing man James Robinson.
“James, 35, who is currently living in the Vratsa area of Bulgaria was last seen on 11th May leaving a nearby hospital after he was believed to have been treated for a head injury after falling.
“He is described as white, of slim, 5ft 11 with dark blonde hair, a beard and fair complexion. Unfortunately we do not know what he was last seen wearing.
“Anyone that has seen James here in Merseyside or heard from him, should get in touch. Alternatively, if you know someone living in Bulgaria that could share our appeal or has also seen James, please do so. Call us with any information on 01517773600.”


thedailymirror--2020-09-01--Corrie's David and the Platts left homeless as giant sinkhole swallows house

Coronation Street 's David Platt and his family are forced to leave their home in this week 's offering after a giant sink hole opens up in their garden .
David ( Jack P Shepherd ) is already dealing with Shona Ramsey as her brain injury has caused long-lasting problems with her personality .
Shona spends the day with David in the salon causing problems with customers , but David resolves to bite his tongue .
David leaves Shona in Victoria Garden with Lily Platt while he goes to buy ice lollies for the kids but things soon take a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shona and Lily , David asks Roy Cropper to collect Shona , and he confides in Sarah Platt ( Tina O'Brien ) that he is terrified Shona will never return to normal .
Sarah tells David she will try to help him and Shona ( Julia Goulding ) get back on track .
David discovers from Nina Lucas that Shona is planning to leave town because she thinks he hates her , and so he decides to arrange a BBQ to persuade her to stay .
Shona and Nina ( Mollie Gallagher ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lily for the barbecue - suddenly there ’ s an almighty crash and a huge crater appears in the middle of the garden .
Everyone gazes into the hole , completely stunned , with no idea what to do .
Colin , the engineer from the water company , surveys the hole and breaks the news to David that as a result of the sinkhole , the house is unstable and he ’ ll have to find somewhere else to live .
Shona is excited when Ray offers to put them all up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she faces shacking up with former fiancé David .
* Coronation Street airs Mondays , Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.30pm on ITV

Coronation Street's Platt family are hit by disaster this week as a huge sink hole opens up in their garden, forcing them to flee
Coronation Street 's David Platt and his family are forced to leave their home in this week's offering after a giant sink hole opens up in their garden.
David (Jack P Shepherd) is already dealing with Shona Ramsey as her brain injury has caused long-lasting problems with her personality.
Shona spends the day with David in the salon causing problems with customers, but David resolves to bite his tongue.
David leaves Shona in Victoria Garden with Lily Platt while he goes to buy ice lollies for the kids but things soon take a dangerous turn.
After the issue with Shona and Lily, David asks Roy Cropper to collect Shona, and he confides in Sarah Platt (Tina O'Brien) that he is terrified Shona will never return to normal.
Sarah tells David she will try to help him and Shona (Julia Goulding) get back on track.
David discovers from Nina Lucas that Shona is planning to leave town because she thinks he hates her, and so he decides to arrange a BBQ to persuade her to stay.
Shona and Nina (Mollie Gallagher) join David, Sarah, Sally and Lily for the barbecue - suddenly there’s an almighty crash and a huge crater appears in the middle of the garden.
Everyone gazes into the hole, completely stunned, with no idea what to do.
Colin, the engineer from the water company, surveys the hole and breaks the news to David that as a result of the sinkhole, the house is unstable and he’ll have to find somewhere else to live.
Shona is excited when Ray offers to put them all up at one of his hotels, as she faces shacking up with former fiancé David.
* Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.30pm on ITV