THE verdict is in - Aldi’s bargain Dyson dupe is “incredible”. When the budget supermarket dropped its Visage Ionic Hairdryer for £14.99 earlier this year, a frenzy ensued. The beauty tool is a dupe for the £280 Dyson Supersonic Origin Hair Dryer, and was said to be better than any other hair dryer Aldi had ever dropped. Shoppers raced to the nearest middle aisle to nab it in hues of black, silver and pink. It sold out in a matter of hours, forcing supermarket bosses to bring us another restock earlier this week. More beauty buffs managed to get their hands on one, and have now shared their reviews on social media. “Got this one last time around and it's INCREDIBLE,” one shopper beamed on Instagram. “The perfect hairdryer - quick and lightweight,” a second quipped. “Definitely a bargain.” A third weighed in that it “dries her hair quick”, while another beamed that it was her “best buy of 2024”. The Ionic Hair Dryer is said to "achieve smooth, frizz-free hair quickly with Aldi’s cutting-edge” technology. That doesn’t sound too shabby for £14.99. It has three heat settings and two speed settings, as well as a cool shot function. The dryer comes with concentrator and diffuser attachments, as well as built in overheat protection. Aldi told Fabulous: "Aldi is kicking off Christmas party season with its latest range of beauty Specialbuys . “Including the sell-out Ionic Hairdryer that will style locks for any occasion plus, a range of brand-new LED beauty products. "As with all Specialbuys, beauty lovers better be quick if they want to get their hands on these bargain beauty buys. ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness. Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews: Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi's £18) Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It's a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic. Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea's £10) Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie's £292) Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle's £17.50) Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox's £26) Lacura Miracle Cream Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden's £28) Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh's £52) Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow's £42) Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder's £34) Lacura Tinted Lip Oils Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty's £20) “Once they’re gone, they’re gone! “Aldi’s popular hairdryer features a detachable nozzle and two different speed settings for ultimate control over the finished look. "The ‘cool shot’ functionality will help to seal roots and fix hair in place, ensuring selfie-worthy styles that last all day. "While three heat settings mean shoppers can protect their hair and be red carpet-ready in minutes.”
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) — Babacar Faye's 19 points helped Western Kentucky defeat Evansville 79-65 on Saturday. Faye had 12 rebounds for the Hilltoppers (5-3). Don McHenry scored 17 points and added three steals. Julius Thedford shot 4 for 7 (1 for 3 from 3-point range) and 7 of 9 from the free-throw line to finish with 16 points. The Purple Aces (3-6) were led by Cameron Haffner, who posted 19 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Gabriel Pozzato added 19 points, seven rebounds and two steals for Evansville. Tayshawn Comer finished with 12 points. Western Kentucky used a 10-0 run in the second half to build a 14-point lead at 55-41 with 12:30 remaining before finishing off the win. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Lindsey Vonn takes another step in comeback at age 40, competes in a pair of downhillsNot Purdy: 49ers hit Green Bay with backup QB, no Bosa
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) — Babacar Faye's 19 points helped Western Kentucky defeat Evansville 79-65 on Saturday. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) — Babacar Faye's 19 points helped Western Kentucky defeat Evansville 79-65 on Saturday. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) — Babacar Faye’s 19 points helped Western Kentucky defeat Evansville 79-65 on Saturday. Faye had 12 rebounds for the Hilltoppers (5-3). Don McHenry scored 17 points and added three steals. Julius Thedford shot 4 for 7 (1 for 3 from 3-point range) and 7 of 9 from the free-throw line to finish with 16 points. The Purple Aces (3-6) were led by Cameron Haffner, who posted 19 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Gabriel Pozzato added 19 points, seven rebounds and two steals for Evansville. Tayshawn Comer finished with 12 points. Western Kentucky used a 10-0 run in the second half to build a 14-point lead at 55-41 with 12:30 remaining before finishing off the win. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. AdvertisementBitcoin has surpassed the $100,000 mark as the post-election rally continues. What's next?
A historic Victorian fort off the coast of Hampshire is seeking a new operator to take over the site. No Man's Land Fort — or just No Man's Fort — in the Solent previously operated as a luxury hotel. However, despite huge investment and award wins, it closed in 2020 and was sold at auction earlier this year. It went under the hammer for £1,120,000 — £120,000 more than its £1m guide price. Londoner Edward Ward purchased the site as an "impulse buy", to differ from his usual investments in tech stocks. He bought it from previous owner Clarenco, a business owned by entrepreneur Mike Clare, who most famously made his money from the bed company Dreams. “It’s a one-of-a-kind property, and I felt like it’s an opportunity that’s unlikely to come up again,” Mr Ward told “I know it’s a bit of a risk, given I don’t have any experience in property or hospitality, but with advances in technology like drones and improved energy management, maintaining the fort will only get easier over the next decade." Formerly a four-star hotel, the 150-year-old fort is now on the market for lease. Ed Jefferson, from Colliers, said the fort has potential for 'unconventional leisure and high-end ventures'. He said: "This isn't just a quirky building; it’s a rare opportunity to make a mark in a truly unique location. “The remote location provides either great privacy or exclusivity for potential guests and clients. "Edward is open to working with different multiple operators who recognise the opportunity to be based at this historic site. "It could be a great location for multiple hospitality and leisure operators together, or one tenant could take the whole site, we’re open to proposals.” The 99,000-square-foot sea fortress was built in the 1860s as part of a network of defences commissioned by Lord Palmerston to ward off potential French invasion. No Man's Fort is only accessible by boat or helicopter and offers 23 ensuite bedrooms, five bars, a restaurant, a spa, hot tubs, and a sauna — all with expansive views of the sea. The fort is one of four that were built as part of the Palmerston Forts construction. The forts have been featured in many TV shows and adverts, including being rebranded as a 'Brexit bunker' for a Paddy Power ad starring Eric Cantona. In 1972, the fort was featured in the Doctor Who episode The Sea Devils.