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Newsweek
12 hours ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Friends Go Out for one bottle of Wine—Then Discover $2,000 Charge
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A night out in Hull, England, took an unexpected, and wildly expensive, turn after a woman was accidentally charged more than £1,600 ($2,226) for a single bottle of wine at a local pub. William Finch, 22, shared the video of the shocking moment they got the check on TikTok in a video that has now been viewed more than 890,000 times. Finch's cousin, 23-year-old Izzy, paid for the bottle of wine, which should have cost around £16, and instead set her back a staggering £1653.52. In a now-viral TikTok video, filmed at the Beech Tree in Hull, Izzy, Finch and the rest of the family are visibly stunned by the receipt which shows she paid the full amount using Apple Pay. "She was just like, 'Oh my God. 16—,' and then said '£1600.' We were all like, oh my God," Finch told Newsweek. "She's one of those people who doesn't really check what it says... she's like, 'Oh yeah, just tap tap,' like it's free money," he joked. But what she wasn't expecting was to pay more than 100 times what the modestly priced wine should have cost. Pictures from the video that gained viral attention after the expensive bottle of wine. Pictures from the video that gained viral attention after the expensive bottle of wine. @williamfinch/TikTok Though the card payment went through—thanks, ironically, to her graduation account's overdraft—she quickly realized the error and was issued a refund right away by the bartender. "The guy doing the refund was actually laughing," Finch said. A spokesperson for The Beech Tree told Newsweek: "Unfortunately we made an initial mistake, but it was immediately recognized, and the issue was resolved. Sometimes mistakes happen but it was taken in good spirits and the customer was refunded and all was well." Finch originally shared the clip as "just a funny post" but it quickly exploded online, amassing more than 890,000 views since being shared last week. "I uploaded it and lost connection, then later I looked at my phone like, 'oh my God!'" he said. Online speculation about how the error happened flooded the comments. Some suggested it was a typo, others assumed a pin number had been accidentally entered as a price. But William confirmed the payment was made via Apple Pay—ruling out keypad errors. Read more Woman notices something off with Taylor Swift tattoo—has to ask internet Woman notices something off with Taylor Swift tattoo—has to ask internet Is there a limit on Apple Pay? Apple's digital wallet service, Apple Pay, allows users to make payments in shops and online using their Apple device. Apple does not set a fixed limit for in-store or online purchases with Apple Pay. While most U.S. merchants do not impose a specific cap on contactless payments in stores and online, there can be caps placed by banks of financial institutions. Apple Cash and person-to-person payments have different limits. The maximum balance for Apple Cash is $20,000, while the maximum you can send or receive in a 7-day period is $10,000. In October 2024, Apple started to require identity verification for users sending more than $500 in total Apple Cash peer-to-peer transactions in line with anti-money laundering compliance. "People have so many theories. Once it's on the internet, everyone has an opinion," Finch said. While the woman's reaction—and the five-figure mistake—had social media users in stitches, the incident also served as a humorous reminder about checking your totals before tapping your card.
STV News
a day ago
- Business
- STV News
Applications to develop North Sea oil and gas fields to reopen
Applications to develop already-licensed North Sea oil and gas fields will re-open from Thursday, according to the UK Government. During a visit to the Port of Aberdeen on Thursday, energy minister Michael Shanks announced that offshore developments – such as the Rosebank and Jackdaw fields in the North Sea – will once again be able to submit applications to develop already-licensed oil and gas fields. The announcement is part of new guidance from the UK Government in response to last year's landmark Supreme Court ruling for the North Sea. The Finch judgement ruled that the global environmental effects of burning oil and gas are an inevitable consequences of extraction projects. It meant that for the first time, North Sea operators were required to consider the impact of burning extracted oil and gas in environmental impact assessments. In practice, the UK Government put applications to extract oil and gas in already-licensed fields on hold following the ruling. After Thursday, that applications process will be relaunched. When deciding on an application, the UK Government will consider the significance of a project's environmental impact, while taking into account and balancing relevant factors on a case-by-case basis – such as the potential economic impact and other implications of the project. 'This new guidance offers clarity on the way forward for the North Sea oil and gas industry following last year's Supreme Court ruling,' Shanks said. 'It marks a step forward in ensuring the full implications of oil and gas extraction are considered for potential projects and that we ensure a managed, prosperous, and orderly transition to the North Sea's clean energy future, in line with the science.' He added: 'We are working with industry, trade unions, local communities and environmental groups to ensure the North Sea and its workers are at the heart of Britain's clean energy future for decades to come – supporting well-paid, skilled jobs, driving growth and boosting our energy security.' The UK Government said the guidance brings 'greater clarity for Britain's oil and gas sector, as the government continues its work with the industry to build a clean energy future for the North Sea'. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
West Australian
2 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Big Bash League draft: Aaron Finch predicts Laurie Evans will be on the table for Perth Scorchers at draft
Former Australian Twenty20 captain Aaron Finch says Perth Scorchers will be in the game for championship-winner Laurie Evans at Thursday afternoon's Big Bash League draft. The Melbourne Renegades legend — who will host the draft for Channel 7 — does not expect his former side will fight to retain Evans and believes he is still the perfect fit for the Scorchers. Evans was pinched by the Renegades at last year's draft with pick three and the club still has retention rights to him. WATCH THE BBL AND WBBL DRAFTS LIVE AND FREE ON 7PLUS ON THURSDAY 'I'm not convinced that the Renegades will look to retain him, to be honest,' Finch told The West Australian. 'I don't think there will be too much fight there from the Renegades. He didn't have the greatest year last year. 'When you're not bringing a bowling skill to the table as well as (being) a middle-order player, I think your numbers have to be very consistent. I think the Scorchers would be an obvious fit there.' Finch said a batter that is already familiar with the tricky Optus Stadium wicket would be attractive to the Scorchers. Evans also has strong relationships with senior players and staff at Perth and was a fan favourite in his two seasons at the club. 'He has played there before and done well and it is such a unique place to play, particularly for international players,' he said. 'So to target someone who you have had before, who you know can handle the conditions and play well there. 'It's obviously a high-pressure environment too, Perth. They're pretty passionate fans and they can jump off-board pretty quick as well. 'Just somebody who has been there and done it would be really attractive and no doubt he would be very high on the Scorchers list.' In an interview with The West on Tuesday, Scorchers coach Adam Voges said they would 'absolutely' look at bringing Evans back to Perth if he was still on the table for them. The Scorchers have pick four, 16 and 17 in the international player draft. They will use pick four to add Finn Allen to their list for a second season. They have hinted they could target spin late in the draft in a rare play, given both Ashton Agar and Cooper Connolly are left-arm finger spinners. Finch said it is vital to have variation in a spin attack, particularly on the east coast. He also forecast it would come in handy if the Scorchers were to play a final away from home. 'I think it's crucial to have that option in your squad, because you can't just tailor your side towards your home conditions, particularly when they are as extreme as they are at Optus,' Finch said. 'I still don't think it will be a high priority for the Scorchers, I think they will have a look and see in the last two rounds to see if they can find potentially a mystery spinner — every team wants one of those. 'You have to take all conditions into account. If you finish outside the top two you are playing away finals. You would expect to play one in either Melbourne or Sydney and you would have to have a really well-rounded squad.' The Scorchers also have retention rights to English quick Tymal Mills. It is believed they are interested in bringing the crafty bowler back to the club for the first time since 2022. They also have retention rights to English trio Keaton Jennings, Matthew Hurst and dual-citizen Stevie Eskinazi, but are less likely to consider a batting option outside of Evans. Pakistani superstar Shaheen Shah Afridi is widely tipped to land at Brisbane Heat with the first pick in the draft. The world-class left-armer has availability for a full-season. Finch said the Heat could form a bowling attack reminiscent of the Scorchers' in their hay-day if they take Afridi. That would also include Australian internationals Spencer Johnson, Xavier Bartlett and Michael Neser. 'You are weighing up whether Bartlett will be around the Test squad — he is a very, very good bowler — he has been around the Australian setup for quite a while,' Finch said. 'I'd still be very surprised if he doesn't go No.1 and the availability for the whole competition is huge. That's why Babar Azam was such a big get for the Sydney Sixers as well, because they are available the whole time. 'We have seen over a long period of time, teams with the best bowling attack go a long way to winning titles. Perth for years, when you had (Jason) Behrendorff, (Jhye) Richardson, (Andrew) Tye, Matty Kelly, combined with Agar, that was a formidable attack, particularly at home. 'There's no surprise that teams are looking to that bowling department to strengthen it. The old saying is 'batters sell memberships, bowlers win premierships' and that rings true.'
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
The ex-Scorcher who could be back in orange this year
Former Australian Twenty20 captain Aaron Finch says Perth Scorchers will be in the game for championship-winner Laurie Evans at Thursday afternoon's Big Bash League draft. The Melbourne Renegades legend — who will host the draft for Channel 7 — does not expect his former side will fight to retain Evans and believes he is still the perfect fit for the Scorchers. Evans was pinched by the Renegades at last year's draft with pick three and the club still has retention rights to him. WATCH THE BBL AND WBBL DRAFTS LIVE AND FREE ON 7PLUS ON THURSDAY 'I'm not convinced that the Renegades will look to retain him, to be honest,' Finch told The West Australian. 'I don't think there will be too much fight there from the Renegades. He didn't have the greatest year last year. 'When you're not bringing a bowling skill to the table as well as (being) a middle-order player, I think your numbers have to be very consistent. I think the Scorchers would be an obvious fit there.' Finch doesn't think the Renegades will retain Evans. Credit: Jason McCawley - CA / Cricket Australia via Getty Imag Finch said a batter that is already familiar with the tricky Optus Stadium wicket would be attractive to the Scorchers. Evans also has strong relationships with senior players and staff at Perth and was a fan favourite in his two seasons at the club. 'He has played there before and done well and it is such a unique place to play, particularly for international players,' he said. 'So to target someone who you have had before, who you know can handle the conditions and play well there. 'It's obviously a high-pressure environment too, Perth. They're pretty passionate fans and they can jump off-board pretty quick as well. 'Just somebody who has been there and done it would be really attractive and no doubt he would be very high on the Scorchers list.' In an interview with The West on Tuesday, Scorchers coach Adam Voges said they would 'absolutely' look at bringing Evans back to Perth if he was still on the table for them. The Scorchers have pick four, 16 and 17 in the international player draft. They will use pick four to add Finn Allen to their list for a second season. Finn Allen. Credit: Paul Kane / Getty Images They have hinted they could target spin late in the draft in a rare play, given both Ashton Agar and Cooper Connolly are left-arm finger spinners. Finch said it is vital to have variation in a spin attack, particularly on the east coast. He also forecast it would come in handy if the Scorchers were to play a final away from home. 'I think it's crucial to have that option in your squad, because you can't just tailor your side towards your home conditions, particularly when they are as extreme as they are at Optus,' Finch said. 'I still don't think it will be a high priority for the Scorchers, I think they will have a look and see in the last two rounds to see if they can find potentially a mystery spinner — every team wants one of those. 'You have to take all conditions into account. If you finish outside the top two you are playing away finals. You would expect to play one in either Melbourne or Sydney and you would have to have a really well-rounded squad.' The Scorchers also have retention rights to English quick Tymal Mills. It is believed they are interested in bringing the crafty bowler back to the club for the first time since 2022. Tymal Mills. Credit: Morgan Hancock / Getty Images They also have retention rights to English trio Keaton Jennings, Matthew Hurst and dual-citizen Stevie Eskinazi, but are less likely to consider a batting option outside of Evans. Pakistani superstar Shaheen Shah Afridi is widely tipped to land at Brisbane Heat with the first pick in the draft. The world-class left-armer has availability for a full-season. Finch said the Heat could form a bowling attack reminiscent of the Scorchers' in their hay-day if they take Afridi. That would also include Australian internationals Spencer Johnson, Xavier Bartlett and Michael Neser. 'You are weighing up whether Bartlett will be around the Test squad — he is a very, very good bowler — he has been around the Australian setup for quite a while,' Finch said. 'I'd still be very surprised if he doesn't go No.1 and the availability for the whole competition is huge. That's why Babar Azam was such a big get for the Sydney Sixers as well, because they are available the whole time. 'We have seen over a long period of time, teams with the best bowling attack go a long way to winning titles. Perth for years, when you had (Jason) Behrendorff, (Jhye) Richardson, (Andrew) Tye, Matty Kelly, combined with Agar, that was a formidable attack, particularly at home. 'There's no surprise that teams are looking to that bowling department to strengthen it. The old saying is 'batters sell memberships, bowlers win premierships' and that rings true.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Knicks requested to interview ex-Celtics coach but were denied (report)
The Knicks' head coaching search has continued as they attempted to interview two sitting head coaches but were denied. Per ESPN's Shams Charania, the Knicks put in official requests to interview the Timberwolves' Chris Finch and the Rockets' Ime Udoka, though both teams turned down New York. The Knicks and Udoka popped up last week, though it was quickly shot down from the Rockets' side. Udoka, the former Celtics coach, just wrapped up his second season in Houston, guiding them to the No. 2 seed in the West. While the Rockets lost in seven games to the Warriors in the first round, it's clear Udoka's building something in Houston. Advertisement It's also no surprise Minnesota turned down the request as Finch has led the Wolves to the West Finals in the past two seasons. Finch does have the connection with Karl-Anthony Towns, who he coached with the Wolves. Regardless, Minnesota is staying put with its head coach as it also enters a big offseason after some deep playoff runs. New York fired Tom Thibodeau despite the franchise's best playoff run in 25 years. The Knicks made a surprise East Finals appearance, which included upsetting the defending champion Celtics in six games in the second round. Despite that, the success wasn't enough for Thibodeau to keep his job after the Knicks fell to the Pacers. Charania reports, though, that the Knicks could request permission to interview other sitting head coaches. It appears that Mavericks coach Jason Kidd could be one example of that as there's been 'mutual intrigue' between the two sides. Kidd could be a name to watch in this coaching search, though he's still under contract with Dallas. The Knicks job is an interesting opening considering the outside pressures that come with it. The roster is in win-now mode after multiple trades to build up the core. But as former Celtics coach Rick Pitino pointed out, the expectation is going to be title-or-bust. So that adds another element to the New York search. More Celtics content Read the original article on MassLive.
