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I’ve wanted to do a Ninja air fryer review for ages. With a busy house full of grown-up kids and their hungry mates popping in to empty the fridge, a partner working shifts, and my hectic work schedule, it’s safe to say I need all the cooking help I could get. Can this dual-drawer air fryer be twice as easy to cook compared to a normal oven, and have dinner on the table in half the time? Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer, £229.99 from Ninja - buy here Ninja air fryer review: quick summary Air fryers are a no-brainer these days, when electricity bills are high and waistbands are expanding. Using less fat to cook in less time just makes sense, doesn’t it? Why should I preheat the oven and leave it running, making that electricity meter spin, when I was assured this countertop gadget could do it all much more economically and with brilliant results? Using electric elements and fans to force hot air around ingredients in its two ‘drawers’, the Ninja Foodi Max Dual … [Read more...] about Ninja air fryer review: I banned all other appliances to test this air fryer — now my oven won’t be on till Christmas

More than 115,000 Royal Mail staff have voted in favour of a national strike in what could be the first in a wave of public sector walk outs in the coming months as essential workers continue to struggle with the cost of living crisis. In a ballot announced today, the Communication Workers Union (CWU) – which represents Royal Mail Group workers – voted by 97.6%, on a 77% turnout, to take industrial action. The union is demanding that Royal Mail group enters into negotiations to secure 'a straight, no-strings pay increase for workers.' The Royal Mail said it was 'disappointed' by the strike announcement after offering workers a 5.5% salary boost. It comes as the Government geared up for a hot summer and autumn fight with trade unions today as it offered two million public sector workers including doctors and nurses below-inflation pay rises. More than a million NHS staff including nurses, midwives and paramedics have been offered increased that will see the worst-paid … [Read more...] about More than 115,000 Royal Mail workers vote for strike action in row over pay

Royal Mail workers are set to stage four days of strikes in the coming weeks in a dispute over pay. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) said over 115,000 staff will form the biggest strike of the summer so far to demand a "dignified, proper pay rise". Walkouts will take place on Friday 26 and Wednesday 31 August and Thursday 8 and Friday 9 September. It follows a recent ballot for strike action which saw members vote by 97.6% on a 77% turnout to take action . The union said management responded by imposing a 2% pay rise, which it believed would lead to a "dramatic reduction" in workers' living standards because of soaring inflation. Advertisement Read more: Royal Mail losing £1m a day, chairman says CWU general secretary Dave Ward said: "Nobody takes the decision to strike lightly, but postal workers are being pushed to the brink. "There can be no doubt that postal workers are completely united in their determination to secure the … [Read more...] about Royal Mail workers to stage strikes over four days in call for ‘dignified, proper pay rise’

A Chinese takeaway has been accused of ‘putting the grim in Grimsby’ after being shut down for the second time in four years. Revolting pictures show the Lincolnshire takeaway covered in rat droppings, with pools of urine on the floor, while meat was left to defrost in a sink and dumped in dirty washing up bowls. Council officials branded China House an ‘imminent risk’ to public health and shut it down in November. Images from the venue also revealed mouldy food left in containers and boxes of sauces and spices with what appears to be bite marks from rats on them There were also dirty cooking utensils, stained tea towels and kitchen surfaces thick with grime, mould and food. A chopping board was also being used to prepare both raw and ready to eat food, while cold food items were left out of the fridges because they were over-filled. Grimsby Magistrate Court was told that owner Wen Yi Cao ‘failed at all stages of production, processing and distribution to protect … [Read more...] about Horrifying pictures show why filthy Chinese restaurant was forced to close again

British defence experts expressed alarm yesterday after Donald Trump suggested he might undo a multi-billion dollar stealth fighter project that is to form a core part of the United Kingdom's defensive capabilities. The president-elect took a casual shot at the F-35 programme for the world's most advanced fighter jet tweeting on Monday that the cost was "out of control". "Billions of dollars can and will be saved on military (and other) purchases after January 20th," he wrote, indicating a change in strategy after his inauguration. Boeing is building a brand new 747 Air Force One for future presidents, but costs are out of control, more than $4 billion. Cancel order! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 6, 2016 But defence experts told this newspaper there would be disastrous consequences for Britain if Mr Trump were to put the plan on the scrap heap at this late stage. "If the US were to cancel the programme in its entirety tomorrow, the UK would … [Read more...] about Defence experts warn of ‘disaster’ for Britain after Donald Trump suggests undoing ‘out of control’ F-35 fighter jet project

Cooper Hefner has given an insight into "family time" with his wife and children - very much in contrast to the 'Playboy lifestyle' that's associated with his late father Hugh Hefner . The businessman, 30, shared a photo of his family on Instagram yesterday to mark Memorial Day in the US - with Cooper currently a reservist for the US Air Force himself. The photo showed Cooper sitting outside with his wife Scarlett Hefner, 31, and their three children; Betsy, almost two, and two-month-old twins Marigold and Blossom. The couple - who have been married since 2019 - posed for the wholesome family photo alongside their young children amid the backdrop of a summery garden recently. Cooper Hefner shared this family photo on social media yesterday ( Image: cooperhefner/instagram) It's in contrast to the lifestyle associated with his late father Hugh Hefner (left) prior to his death ( Image: Getty Images for Playboy) It seems drastically different from the … [Read more...] about Hugh Hefner’s son Cooper in stark contrast to dad’s Playboy lifestyle in ‘family time’ photo

Dan Wootton slams BBC licence fee as a 'stain' on our country SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Last week (August 2), the French Senate agreed to end the country’s television licence fee after a heated debate. Similar to the UK’s TV licence which pays for the BBC, France’s equivalent television tax is used to fund public broadcasting. Instead of a licence fee, the French Government plans to fund its public broadcasters through VAT revenues. Related articles Press a button on your boiler to instantly save on energy bills Mum shares 'substantial change' that helped save £95 on energy bill However, France’s Senate also adopted an amendment that this funding will only last until December 31, 2024. … [Read more...] about TV licence: EU countries to scrap television fee – should the UK do the same?

THOUSANDS of retirees could be due a payout worth over £4,700 - pension expert Romi Savova explains how to check if you're owed money. You can start dipping into your personal or workplace pension pot from the age of 55 onwards. But you might end paying more tax than you actually need to when you first access your retirement cash. That's because people who withdraw one-off lump sums from their pension are taxed as if it's their monthly income - even if it's considerably more than they usually earn. It means many people are paying far too much to the taxman - PensionBee chief executive Romi Savova said pensioners should urgently check if they're out of pocket. She's part of The Sun's Squeeze Team - a collection of experts here to help you through the worst cost of living crisis seen in decades. Read more in Money BILL HELP Millions of pensioners should urgently claim benefits now to secure £100s SAVER ALERT How … [Read more...] about I’m a pension expert – check if YOU are one of thousands owed a £4,700 payout

RETIREES could be owed thousands of pounds from HMRC according to the latest figures. When you first take cash from your pension , you might end up overpaying tax. New tax figures from HMRC show the around 7,000 pension savers overpaid by a £33million in total in the last three months That works out as £3,363 each, on average, but can be higher or lower depending on circumstances. It's because people who access one-off lump sums from their pension are taxed as if that will be their monthly income - meaning they often pay far too much. read more on pensions PENSION POT Thousands of women urged to check pensions NOW as more DWP errors uncovered POT LUCK I lost £27,000 after scammers tricked me into moving pension into fake scheme You can start taking money from a personal or workplace pension from the age of 55 in a number of ways, including as a lump sum. Usually you can take the first 25% of your … [Read more...] about Thousands of savers owed £3,363 each as HMRC overcharges on pension tax – are you affected?

De Jong quizzed on Man Utd transfer links in June SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Frenkie de Jong’s agent is embroiled in a furious stand-off with Barcelona , according to reports in Spain. Both Manchester United and Chelsea are eager to land the Netherlands international this summer. Yet the saga continues to go on and on, with no end yet in sight. Related articles Barcelona: De Jong 'makes Chelsea confession to pals' as Man Utd lurk Man Utd board’s conclusion as Murtough holds crunch transfer talks Barcelona made De Jong available for transfer at the start of the summer. And their need to balance their finances is growing with the La Liga giants hoping to register Robert Lewandowski, … [Read more...] about Frenkie de Jong’s agent ‘in furious row with Barcelona’ as Man Utd and Chelsea wait