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Be Ready campaign urges every Briton to stockpile water and food
The government has launched the Be Ready campaign, urging every household in the UK to keep up to nine litres of bottled water and a three-day supply of food at home in case of a weather event, cyber incident or other serious emergency. Reporting on the campaign, The Guardian notes that the Cabinet Office guidance is aimed at ensuring people can sustain themselves for 72 hours.
UK cinemas sell out screenings of Holmes documentary You Can See Everything
UK cinemas are reporting exceptional advance demand for You Can See Everything, the documentary about disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, with multiple venues already adding extra screenings a month before its UK release. The Guardian reports that the film pulled in US$15m (£11.3m) on its opening weekend in the United States, the biggest opening for a documentary in more than 20 years.
The Importance of Professional Scaffolding for Construction Projects in Hertfordshire
Construction projects rarely run exactly as planned. A roof repair can uncover damaged timbers, a commercial refurbishment may require access to several elevations, and work on an occupied property must be completed without unnecessarily disrupting residents or businesses. In each case, safe and reliable access is an important part of getting the job done properly.
Burnham urged to launch air pollution inquiry over health inequalities
A group of 150 scientists, MPs and activists, including climate campaigner Greta Thunberg, have called on the prime minister Andy Burnham to hold a national air pollution inquiry into the disproportionate health burden borne by lower-income and minority-ethnic communities.
Microsoft pulls out of Nscale’s AI datacentre project in Essex
Microsoft has withdrawn from a planned AI datacentre project in Loughton, Essex, leaving the British infrastructure company Nscale without its only publicly announced customer for the site. The Guardian reports that Microsoft, which had been expected to serve as the anchor tenant, informed Nscale it was ending the agreement amid concerns over power supply.
Russell Brand rape trial opens with predator claim in court
Russell Brand’s rape trial opened at Southwark Crown Court with the prosecution telling jurors that the comedian had been a ruthless, calculated and manipulative sexual predator. The Guardian reports that Brand, 51, is charged with rape on three counts, sexual assault on three counts and one count of indecent assault, with six women bringing allegations covering a decade between 1999 and 2009. He denies all charges and has pleaded not guilty.
Sally Rooney books pulled from UK sale over Palestine Action backing
Sally Rooney’s books are to be withdrawn from sale across the UK after her publisher, Faber, concluded it can no longer legally pass on her UK earnings because of her declared support for the banned organisation Palestine Action. The Guardian reported the decision after Rooney provided a statement setting out the legal position she and her publisher now face.
Joe Otway’s early autumn recipes: cheese tart, corn salad, squash and radicchio
Chef Joe Otway has shared four early autumn recipes built around British seasonal produce, with each dish designed to let a single ingredient at its peak do most of the work. The Guardian published the recipes on 14 October 2026, covering a buttery cheese tart, a sweetcorn salad with soured cream, roast squash with ‘nduja, and a radicchio salad lifted with elderflower vinaigrette. Otway describes early autumn as one of the most generous times of year for British produce.
13 Comfortable Walking Shoes Women Can Wear From Commute to Weekend
Finding comfortable walking shoes women can actually wear all day, whether pounding pavements on a commute, standing at work or exploring a new city on holiday, does not have to mean choosing between support and style. The 13 options below span a range from £75 to £245, covering sneakers, loafers and boots that work across casual and office settings alike.
Filthy Animal tops Yelp best new restaurant list for 2026
Filthy Animal, a jungle-themed wood-fired restaurant in Tempe, Arizona, has claimed the top spot on Yelp’s best new restaurant list for 2026. The ranking, which covers eateries that opened after 1 January 2026, is ordered by ratings and review volume across the platform. The result will raise eyebrows among food writers who tend to fix their gaze on New York or Los Angeles.
Skittles Gummy Crystals Taste Test: Taking On Nerds’ Billion-Dollar Run
Skittles Gummy Crystals taste like the real thing, and that is precisely the point. The new chewy-crunchy candy pairs a squishy gummy centre with a tangy crystal coating, and it arrives with one very clear target in its sights: the dominant position Nerds Gummy Clusters have built in the sugar candy aisle over the past several years. The product launches first on TikTok Shop on 2 November, moves to select retailers later this year, and is scheduled for a nationwide rollout in 2027.
Mezzetta Peperoncini Recall Mouse Video Triggers Single-Lot Withdrawal
Mezzetta issued a voluntary recall of one lot of its Golden Greek Peperoncini Medium Heat after a video circulated online showing what appears to be a dead mouse inside a customer’s jar. The recall, confirmed by NBC Chicago as issued on Saturday, 26 September, targets a single lot of the 32-ounce jarred product and does not affect any other Mezzetta lines. The affected product is identified by lot number 720106 and SKU number 10106328.
Guava Cheesecake Tres Leches Brings Two Classics Together
A guava cheesecake tres leches cake brings together two beloved dessert traditions in a single 13-by-9-inch baking dish, drawing on the soaked-sponge technique of classic tres leches and the layered aesthetic of Hawaiian guava cake. The recipe, developed for Delish by Taylor Ann Spencer with photography by Ryan Liebe, yields 12 servings at 638 calories per serving, with a total time of six hours that includes chilling.
Anthropologie Picks Under $50 Worth Adding to Your Wardrobe Now
Ten Anthropologie picks under $50 that span tops, accessories, and outerwear-ready layers have been curated for anyone who wants to refresh their wardrobe without a major spend. The selection, drawn from current sale and full-price stock at Anthropologie, ranges from $30 for a mock-neck layer to $48 for a pair of slim oval sunglasses. Anthropologie Picks Under $50: Tops and Bottoms The Maeve Mock Neck Sleeveless Top leads the list at $30, down from $48.
Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe at Home Before the Queues Return
A homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe takes around five minutes, requires no specialist equipment, and produces something that rivals anything you’ll queue for once the season officially kicks off. For context, CBS News reports that Starbucks is set to bring the PSL back on 26 Aug, so the drive-through lines will not be far away. The appeal of the pumpkin spice latte has only grown over the past decade.
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: membership plans, prices and how to join
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days runs from 6 October through 7 October, and securing a Prime membership before the sale opens is the only way to access its exclusive deals. The monthly plan costs $14.99, the annual plan $139, and a discounted tier for those on government assistance comes in at $6.99 per month. Which Amazon Prime Big Deal Days membership plan is right for you? Amazon offers four main plans. Prime Monthly sits at $14.99 per month, while Prime Annual works out at $139 per year.
Brown Sugar Wheat Recall Covers Eight States and Nearly Two Million Pounds
A brown sugar wheat recall covering eight US states has drawn in close to two million pounds of product, with the FDA posting its Class II classification on 21 September, weeks after the recall was first initiated. The affected products were sold under the United, Good & Gather, and Crystal Sugar brand names, appearing on shelves at Target and other major retailers across Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
Starbucks Aerocano US Launch Lands on National Coffee Day
Starbucks‘ Aerocano US launch is set for 29 September, with the air-whipped iced espresso drink joining menus nationwide on National Coffee Day. The Caramel Aerocano arrives alongside it as a permanent addition to the core menu. An early tasting confirmed the drinks are smooth and espresso-forward, with a frothy texture that sets them apart from a standard iced Americano. From South Korea to the Starbucks Aerocano US Launch The Aerocano did not originate in the United States.
Sweet Potatoes vs Regular Potatoes: The Nutritional Truth Dietitians Want You to Know
The debate over sweet potatoes vs regular potatoes has a clearer answer than most health-food messaging suggests: neither tuber holds a decisive overall advantage. Both provide roughly the same calories and an almost identical split of macronutrients per serving, according to analysis from the USDA and two registered dietitians consulted on the question. What Sweet Potatoes Actually Bring to the Table Sweet potatoes have built a strong reputation, and a portion of it is deserved.
Brach’s Candy Corn Fragrance Sells Out in Seconds With One Drop Left
Brach’s Candy Corn fragrance has already sold out once, with reports from buyers suggesting bottles cleared in under a minute when the first batch went live. The limited-edition eau de parfum, called Ode to Candy Corn, costs $22 per 1.7-ounce bottle and comes paired with a bag of Brach’s Classic Candy Corn. One final batch goes on sale at 7 p.m. ET on October 1 exclusively at PR Newswire-listed CandyCornSeason.com.
Trader Joe’s Fall Drinks Ranked: Six Seasonal Picks Worth Your Fridge Space
Trader Joe’s fall drinks have been put to the test this season, with the store’s Spiced Cider emerging as the clear leader of a lineup that spans canned beer, cold brew and fruit juice. Amanda Mactas, who shops at Trader Joe’s weekly, sampled every seasonal drink she could find to identify which ones merit a spot in your refrigerator before the shelves are picked clean. Trader Joe’s Fall Drinks: The Full Rundown The Spiced Cider is, by Mactas’s reckoning, the standout of the range.
KD x Solly’s Cream Soda Hits Canada at $2.95 a Can
Kraft Dinner has launched KD x Solly’s Cream Soda, a limited-edition collaboration with Solly’s Craft Soda that attempts to translate the flavour of boxed mac and cheese into a fizzy drink. The product went on sale in Canada on 23 September, available through Amazon, with participating retailers including Walmart expected to stock it from early October. According to Solly’s Craft Soda, the drink is priced at $2.95 CAD per 355mL can.
Great British Bake Off Rules Remind Fans to Be Kind, or Be Removed
The Great British Bake Off rules have been laid out in plain terms for anyone planning to spend the new season in the show’s Facebook comments: be kind, or expect to be removed. The official Great British Bake Off Facebook page posted a direct set of community guidelines this week, opening with the acknowledgement that ‘the internet is a hellscape’ before asking fans to treat the programme’s participants with basic decency.
Philips Lumea 9900 Pro Review: The At-Home IPL Raising the Bar
The Philips Lumea 9900 Pro is the standout pick in a new editor-tested round-up of hair-removal products, and the numbers behind it explain why. According to Philips, the device delivers greater than 80% hair reduction after just two treatments, backed by 25 years of IPL research. The Philips Lumea 9900 Pro IPL Hair Removal Device is priced at $700 and sits at the top of the list for good reason.
Smothered Pork Chops Recipe: Southern Roots and Creamy Gravy
The smothered pork chops recipe has earned its place as a Southern weeknight staple, built around bone-in chops seared to a golden crust and finished in a rich, caramelised onion gravy. The whole dish, from cold pan to table, comes in at around one hour, feeding four people from a single skillet. A dish with deep Southern history Before getting into the method, it is worth understanding where this recipe comes from.
Refrigerator Drip Pan Cleaning: The Hidden Compartment You’re Overlooking
Refrigerator drip pan cleaning is one of the most neglected maintenance tasks in the home, and, according to Delish, most people do not even know the component exists. The drip pan sits quietly out of sight, collecting water produced during every defrost cycle, and rarely receives any attention until something goes wrong. Refrigerators maintain their internal temperature through regular defrost cycles, which generate water as a byproduct.
Mexican Hot Chocolate Tres Leches Brings Spice to a Classic Soak Cake
This Mexican hot chocolate tres leches takes the already-beloved soak cake somewhere warmer and more complex, layering Abuelita chocolate into the milk mixture and packing the batter itself with cayenne and warming spices. The recipe yields 12 servings, with a total time of five hours and a preparation window of just ten minutes, most of that five hours being hands-off refrigeration time.
One-Pan Chicken Dinners for Fall: 16 Recipes Worth Your Time
One-pan chicken dinners for fall have rarely looked this well-organised: Delish has pulled together 16 recipes that cover everything from sheet-pan harissa chicken to creamy skillet gnocchi, all designed to keep the washing-up to a minimum as temperatures drop. The range spans quick weeknight fixes and dinner-party centrepieces, with prep times that generally come in under an hour. The collection leans hard into seasonal produce.
Fake Dating Real Couples: Three Relationships That Stopped Being an Act
The fake-dating trope has built careers in romantic comedy, but fake dating real couples who turn pretend romance into a lasting relationship are not as rare as fiction might suggest. Olivia Brent was 17 when she grabbed a classmate’s hand at a school football match to shake off an ex-boyfriend, and that panicked improvisation became a 17-year relationship and, now, a marriage 10 years strong.
Eight Hearty Breakfast Bowls That Pack in Flavour and Real Nutrition
Eight hearty breakfast bowls have been pulling together the case that the morning meal deserves far more thought than a rushed slice of toast. About 90% of Americans do not meet the recommended daily vegetable intake, and roughly 85% fall short on fruit, according to Today’s Dietitian Magazine, a gap that a well-constructed breakfast bowl is particularly well-placed to close. The format is straightforward: a base grain or vegetable, a protein source, and whatever toppings bring the dish together.
Trader Joe’s lemon poppy seed muffin tops an eight-strong taste test
The Trader Joe’s lemon poppy seed muffin has come out on top in a full run-through of the grocer’s bakery range, beating seven competitors on texture, flavour, and overall eat. Amanda Mactas, writing for Delish, worked through every muffin currently available at Trader Joe’s to produce the ranking, from the bottom of the pile to the outright winner.
Kylie Kelce Dove Campaign to Send Girls’ Team to Brazil for Women’s World Cup 2027
Kylie Kelce has launched the Kylie Kelce Dove campaign called Back Her Game, partnering with Dove to send one US high school girls’ sports team to a FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 match. The prize takes the winning team to Brazil, where the tournament is staged, for a live match experience. Dove is an Official Sponsor of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, and the campaign sits squarely within that partnership.
Iced Coffee Job Interview Debate Splits Recruiters and Gen Z
A TikTok video about the iced coffee job interview debate has racked up more than 400,000 views and ignited a broader argument about professional etiquette, generational expectations, and what candidates owe interviewers in the first place. The video, posted in February according to TODAY, has since drawn over 5,000 comments and spilled across X, with recruiters, etiquette professionals and job seekers all weighing in.
Churro Sandwich Cookies Bring Dulce de Leche to Every Bite
These Delish churro sandwich cookies translate the cinnamon-sugar personality of a churro into a chewy, no-fry biscuit filled with cinnamon buttercream and dulce de leche. The recipe yields 12 servings at 385 calories each, with a 15-minute prep time and around two hours from start to finish. Why Churro Sandwich Cookies Work Without a Deep-Fryer Replicating the exact look and texture of a churro without a deep-fryer is not straightforward, so the recipe borrows the flavour profile instead.
NFL Investment Fuels Women’s Flag Football Growth Ahead of 2028 Olympics
Women’s flag football growth is reshaping the landscape of American sport, and the NFL and a roster of its most decorated players are placing serious money behind it. An estimated 102,360 girls played high school flag football in 2025 to 2026, a 551 per cent increase in just four years, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations. The sport is no longer a recreational afterthought.
Aldi Ready-Made Meals Launch Brings High-Protein Options Under $8
Aldi‘s ready-made meals launch marks the grocery chain’s first foray into the refrigerated meal collection category, with seven options rolling out in select US markets this October. Single-serve meals are priced under $8 and deliver between 30 and 46 grams of protein per portion, while family-sized options, each yielding four servings at 16 to 22 grams of protein per serving, are priced under $15.
US Apple Crop Spring Frost Leaves East Coast Orchards Facing Historic Losses
The US apple crop spring frost that swept through several growing regions this past season has left orchards from Virginia to Pennsylvania facing losses that growers are calling among the worst in living memory. The nationwide harvest is expected to come in roughly seven per cent smaller than in 2025 and three per cent below the five-year average, according to David Bedford, a senior research fellow at the University of Minnesota‘s College of Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences.
Lauren Graham gluten-free baking: why her Bob’s Red Mill muffin recipe matters
Lauren Graham has put her name to a gluten-free banana coffee cake muffin recipe as part of a partnership with Bob’s Red Mill, and the actress and author says the collaboration is personal rather than promotional. Graham, who has coeliac disease, told Delish that Lauren Graham gluten-free baking does not have to mean compromised texture, a point she feels strongly about.
Blanket Storage Solutions Designers Actually Recommend for Every Space
The blanket storage solutions that genuinely work depend on what you are storing and how much room you have to work with. From wool throws to weighted comforters, blankets accumulate quickly, and the gap between a tidy room and a cluttered one often comes down to the container you choose. Five interiors and organisation professionals set out the principles worth understanding before you shop.
Game Day Dip Recipes That Will Dominate Your Spread This Season
The best game day dip recipes have a way of upstaging everything else on the table, and with football season in full swing, the stakes for a decent spread have never felt higher. Delish has put together a collection of 16 options that runs the full range, from three-ingredient crowd-pleasers ready in 15 minutes to layered, football-themed centrepieces built to impress.
Alo Unwind Cinch Bag Tops a Gym Bag Round-Up That Spans $19 to $1,800
The Alo Unwind Cinch Bag review that closes this 14-strong list of tested and recommended gym bags is unlike anything else on it, priced at $1,800 and constructed from calfskin leather rather than the water-resistant nylon you will find at the affordable end. The list, compiled by the editors at Popsugar after testing, reading customer reviews, and consulting expert recommendations, runs from a $19 backpack to that four-figure cinch bag, covering every practical and aesthetic need in between.
Jollibee fast food biscuit beats KFC and six rivals in chain taste test
Jollibee‘s fast food biscuit topped a seven-chain ranking after writer Amanda Mactas worked her way through the breakfast menus of some of the United States’ most recognisable quick-service restaurants. The chain, which has a limited footprint compared with its rivals, came out ahead on flavour, texture and that elusive classic biscuit character.
Upside-Down Apple Cookies Turn Store-Bought Dough Into a Fall Favourite
Upside-down apple cookies are the kind of low-effort, high-reward bake that suits the autumn season: caramelised apple rounds form the base, a disc of slice-and-bake dough sits on top, and the whole thing is flipped once cooled to reveal a glossy, spiced top layer. The recipe yields 24 cookies and comes together in around an hour, start to finish. Why the Upside-Down Method Works for Upside-Down Apple Cookies Baking the apple slices face-down before adding the dough serves a specific purpose.
Glenlivet 12 Provence Edition Brings Peach and Cask Complexity to the Baking Tin
The Glenlivet 12 Provence Edition has arrived with a fruitier, lighter profile than the distillery’s core range, and a pastry chef is already putting it to work inside a tart. Released in September 2026, the limited-edition single malt is priced at around £39, with the recommended retail equivalent listed by The Daily Whisky at $54.99 or €50.
DoorDash Halloween candy trends reveal sour surge and retro revival
DoorDash Halloween candy trends for 2025 show Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups holding the top spot for a third consecutive year, even as sour flavours and decades-old confections make an unexpected charge up the rankings. The delivery platform analysed US orders placed between 1 October and Halloween 2025 to compile its annual breakdown of what Americans are actually dropping into treat bags.
Stonyfield Organic Cow Spa Opens at Rainbow Valley Farm in Maine
The Stonyfield Organic Cow Spa is now open for bookings at Rainbow Valley Farm in Maine, offering a limited-time wellness experience that draws directly on the care routines used for cows on organic dairy farms. Tickets are priced at $120, a figure that is not arbitrary: under organic farming standards, cows are required to spend at least 120 days per year on pasture, and the price point is a deliberate nod to that requirement.
Adult Back-to-School Shopping Is Back, Here’s the Case for Leaning In
Adult back-to-school shopping deserves more credit than it gets, and Emily Zirimis, associate creative director at Popsugar, is making a case for it this season. The impulse traces back to something specific: a Lisa Frank dolphin folder carried through third grade, its bright colours cutting through the ordinary stress of pop quizzes and playground politics. That early experience of curating joy through stationery never quite left.
Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut ranking surprises in full flavour taste test
Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut ranking second overall is perhaps the most eyebrow-raising result of a full taste test that worked through every flavour currently on shelves, and the original still came out on top. The soft drink, first produced in 1885 at a pharmacy in Waco, Texas, now carries a range of eight variants, and a team of editors set out to rank them all, from the polarising Zero Sugar at the bottom to the enduring 23-flavour original at the summit.
Costco Twisted Churro Return Confirmed at $1.49 for Limited Run
The Costco twisted churro return is on, with the warehouse retailer confirming on Friday that the fan-favourite food court item will be back in U.S. locations for a limited time, according to Fox News. The expected price is $1.49, Fox News reports. The announcement follows a teaser Costco posted to its official Instagram account earlier this week, in which the returning item was deliberately obscured.
Fig Pistachio Pinwheel Cookies Bring Jammy Swirl to the Holiday Tray
Fig pistachio pinwheel cookies are the slice-and-bake treat that closes the gap between a classic sugar cookie and the jammy, spiced filling of a fig bar, and they do it in a spiral that looks considerably more labour-intensive than it actually is. The recipe yields 40 to 44 cookies from a starting prep time of 30 minutes, with the bulk of the three-hour window given over to a refrigerator chill rather than active work. The concept is straightforward.
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