It's known as one of the biggest shopping days of the year, which is increasingly attracting more and more retailers to take part. We are, of course, talking about Black Friday , the American tradition firmly adopted by both stores and shoppers here in the UK. It operates similar to Boxing Day when the majority of retailer roll out a sale of some sort to help bring in more customers. However, Black Friday is more than just one day, instead retailer's begin releasing offers as early as two weeks before. Last year, Amazon in particular released a group of different offer in the week leading up to the main Friday. Costco and Zara took part in Black Friday for the first time in 2017. But, for those who are still unsure about Black Friday or when it falls in 2018, we've created this guide which should hopefully help. What is Black Friday? Black Friday is day (or week, in some stores cases) when retailer will offer discount and offers across their stock. Last year Zara offered 20% off in … [Read more...] about When is Black Friday 2018 and who is taking part?
Cineworld Speke launch 270-degree viewing experience ScreenX
Cineworld - which opened just a week ago - is offering viewers to ultimate cinema experience with new immersive technology ScreenX. Officially launched globally in 2015, ScreenX is the world’s first multi-projection cinema technology - it creates a 270-degree viewing experience by expanding the cinema screen to the side auditorium walls and appeals to viewers’ front and peripheral vision. Cineworld Speke is one of the first UK cinemas to install the new technology, followed closely by Cineworld Leeds White Rose, which launches ScreenX in September. This new technology comes from CJ 4DPLEX - the same team who created 4DX, Cineworld’s sensory cinema experience. ScreenX uses several projectors and blends multiple images into one in order to extend the central screen and create an immersive viewing experience. CEO of CJ 4DPLEX Byung-Hwan Choi said the company’s immersive technology is “designed to connect cinemagoers more closely with the action”. Read … [Read more...] about Cineworld Speke launch 270-degree viewing experience ScreenX
Everton are ready to reveal their third kit
Everton expect to reveal their new third kit later this month - with the club confirming a special discount is on offer. Season Ticket holders and Lounge Members are eligible for a 10% discount on any full price merchandise bought from Everton One, Everton Two and the Toffee Shop, which is open on matchdays, as well as online at EvertonDirect.com. Fans can claim their discount by showing their 2018/19 Season Card at the till point or, for Evertonians purchasing online, they can use a single unique discount code which has been sent out via email. The money off guarantee includes the club's new home and away strips and will extend to the Blues' new third kit which is set for release before the end of August. … [Read more...] about Everton are ready to reveal their third kit
Manchester United expect Matteo Darmian to stay on transfer deadline day
Manchester United are preparing for Matteo Darmian to stay beyond tonight's Serie A transfer deadline. Italian clubs Juventus, Internazionale and Napoli have all shown interest in Darmian this summer but United are yet to receive an acceptable offer for the 28-year-old. Juve have already signed right-back Joao Cancelo, Inter recruited Sime Vrsaljko while Napoli bought one-time United target Kevin Malcuit. The Serie A window closes at 7pm UK time this evening. United sources have said 'nothing is happening' about a possible departure for the Italian and indicated they hope Darmian stays as he is a 'great professional'. Darmian has entered the last year of his United contract but the club has the option of an additional year to tie him to Old Trafford until 2020. United are not planning to sell any other players before the Fifa transfer deadline of August 31. Darmian has been on standby to leave United and last week returned to his homeland for a weekend break but has since reported … [Read more...] about Manchester United expect Matteo Darmian to stay on transfer deadline day
Plans for massive warehouse development in Wigan submitted
A plan for a massive warehouse development in Greater Manchester, which could new 1,650 jobs, has been submitted. Manchester-based logistics developer DB Symmetry wants to develop a 1.44 million sq ft scheme on farmland in Wigan just off the M6. The development, known as Symmetry Park Wigan, will be in Winstanley, between Junction 25 of the M6 and the A49 Warrington Road, on the site of a former colliery. The masterplan includes new access from the A49 roundabout, on-site parking with service yards located away from residential areas, and a substantial green buffer to the north to provide a barrier with residential areas. The proposed site is within the Green Belt, but is designated a proposed employment site in the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF). DB Symmetry claim the construction investment is worth £73m and will give Wigan Council £3m a year in business rates payments. Andrew Dickman, MD, said: "The council has identified that Wigan needs to do more to attract … [Read more...] about Plans for massive warehouse development in Wigan submitted