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Irish Independent
7 hours ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
An AI-powered vacuum cleaner and other must haves for your home
Suck it up Samsung's new Bespoke AI Jet Ultra claims to be the most powerful cordless stick vacuum cleaner in the world. It boasts strong suction and enough battery life to clean the house. It uses AI to assess the floor type and adjusts accordingly (€1,249 from Morning glory Nicholas Mosse is a legend. He began making pottery in Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny, in 1976. Almost 50 years on, the brand is stronger than ever. His decoration is a riff on traditional Irish spongeware, including this new Lawn Yellow range. A small mug costs €41.50; a large mug €48.50; a small jug is €60.50; an everyday bowl is €52; and a large bowl is €69.50, all from In the frame Remember when photos were physical objects? Print your pics and display them in a blue beaded photo frame (13 x 18cm). There's a red version too. Each costs €18.50 from At the bar Anderssen & Voll's Massif bar and counter stools have a massive advantage – a 360-degree foot rest. The price is massive too (€502 from Pretty neat Pimp up the boudoir with a Sofia velvet footstool (€129) and a Sofia velvet accent chair (€229) in blush pink and other colours, both from
Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Eurozone finance ministers give green light for Bulgaria to use euro
Eurozone countries on Thursday gave Bulgaria the green light to use the euro, with Sofia set to introduce the common currency in January 2026. Bulgaria is set to become the 21st EU member state to use the euro after finance ministers of eurozone countries gave their approval to the European Commission and the European Central Bank (ECB). The commission backed the move earlier this month, concluding that Bulgaria fulfils the necessary requirements to join the monetary union. The criteria for joining include price stability, sound public finances and stable exchange rates. Bulgaria has been a member of the EU since 2007 and had previously planned to replace its national currency, the lev, with the euro in 2024, but the adoption was postponed due to a comparatively high inflation rate of 9.5% at the time. The commission recently said it expects an inflation rate of 3.6% for Bulgaria in the current year and 1.8% in 2026. In Bulgaria, the possible introduction of the euro has been accompanied by fierce protests. According to an opinion poll conducted by the Bulgarian Mjara institute in May, more than half of adults (54.9%) are against the introduction of the euro in 2026, while 34.4% are in favour of joining. The next step is for the finance ministers of all EU countries to approve the plans before EU leaders discuss Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone at the end of June. Finally, after consulting the European Parliament and the ECB, the member states must adopt the necessary legal acts at finance minister level.
Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mom planned her wedding around her autistic daughter's needs—and redefined what a meaningful celebration can be
On a warm, quiet morning in May, Jodie Bevan helped her teenage autistic daughter Sofia into a soft, simple dress—something she hadn't worn in more than 10 years. Nearby, a teddy bear dressed in a tiny suit waited on the seat reserved just for her. Instead of shaping her wedding around tradition, Jodie shaped it around Sofia. She imagined a day where her daughter would feel calm, included, and loved. Every detail—Sofia's outfit, the timing of the photos, the sensory toy bag at her place setting—was chosen with one purpose: to help her feel good in her body, in the room, in the moment. When Jodie later shared a video of the day, it quickly went viral—garnering 2.6 million views and resonating with families around the world. Every part of the day reflected the way Jodie shows up for Sofia daily—with care, clarity, and a willingness to meet her exactly where she is. She focused on what would help her daughter feel grounded and joyful, knowing that comfort would create space for connection. She arranged for photos to happen early, before the noise and stimulation picked up—just one example of how she designed the day around her daughter's needs. 'Planning our wedding with Sofia's needs first,' Jodie explained in her video. 'We made all of our vendors aware of Sofia's needs beforehand, including the photographer.' Related: Learning and growing alongside my child, a musician on the autism spectrum For many moms of neurodivergent children, milestones like weddings or birthdays can carry a quiet weight. There's pressure to meet expectations or perform tradition—but often, those expectations aren't designed with every child in mind. Jodie's wedding story is a quiet but powerful reminder that redefining milestones through inclusion and emotional safety doesn't lessen their meaning—it deepens it. She shaped the moment around what her daughter needed to feel safe, calm, and joyful. That shift created space for real connection, not in spite of who Sofia is, but in full celebration of it. It's an approach that resonates deeply with so many parents who are trying to honor both the occasion and the child they love. Jodie's video struck a chord with thousands of viewers—especially parents of neurodivergent children who saw themselves in her story. Yazzy Ward: 'My sister has autism and she was my bridesmaid, she's 13 and it was first time she wore a dress in many years and to say she smashed it was a understatement ' Dramaswaff: 'What an angel. She reminds me of Wendy in Peter Pan ' Rjl89: 'You say weddings aren't about perfection but I think this is the most perfect expression of love for your family ' Lisa A: 'That's beautiful and now given me ideas for when my partner and I get married with his daughter being autistic so thank u so much for sharing xx' Ford-MK3 ST: 'We just got married last Thursday. Both my children, ages seven and nine, have autism. We made it all about them, with music playing softly, and my son stood by my side, holding my hand during the ceremony made my day' Related: My son has autism: Here are 5 things you can do to help families like ours thrive Whether it's a wedding, birthday, or graduation, inclusion starts with presence. Jodie's story is a gentle reminder that we can design meaningful experiences by asking a simple question: What will help my child feel most supported in this moment? For some families, that might mean adjusting the schedule. For others, it's choosing clothes that feel good or creating a quiet place to rest. Sometimes, it's as simple as letting go of how things are 'supposed' to look—and focusing instead on how they feel. As Jodie beautifully puts it, 'Weddings aren't about perfection—they're about love. And for us, love meant creating a day that felt good for Sofia, too.'
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Sofia Franklyn Compares Herself To Scooter Braun
Former Call Her Daddy host Sofia Franklyn just compared her departure from the podcast to one of the biggest music industry feuds, and it's a rather bold statement. Sofia hosted the Call Her Daddy podcast alongside her roommate, Alex Cooper, from 2018 to 2020. Today, Sofia is the host of her own hit podcast, Sofia with an F. In her new Hulu docuseries Call Her Alex, Alex explained that she and Sofia signed a three-year contract and a "70 grand" deal with Barstool Sports at the beginning of their podcast together. When the popularity of Call Her Daddy skyrocketed, the co-hosts renegotiated their pay in 2020. In the series, Alex said Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy told them, "If you stay at Barstool for one more year, you can own Call Her Daddy."According to the series, Sofia didn't want to take the new deal and decided to leave the podcast, to which Alex said, "I realized the 'Daddy Gang' was bigger than both of us," and believes she made the correct decision. Speaking of her dynamic with Sofia, Alex also said in the docuseries, "It was the classic, 'You think you see something online and people genuinely believe you're like sisters, but our relationship was so awful.'" On June 16, Sofia appeared on the Trading Secrets podcast with Bachelor alum Jason Tartick to explain her side of the exit from Call Her Daddy, and that's when she compared it to the drama between Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun. Sofia has remained relatively quiet about her exit from the podcast. Now, she finally explained that she made this decision out of fear of "looking crazy" if she was honest about her fallout with Alex. However, she could relate to how people were "villainized" in the situation between Taylor and Scooter. In 2019, Scooter acquired Taylor Swift's catalog, which ignited a very public feud between the two, with Scooter receiving a lot of backlash. Taylor went on to re-record and release four studio albums. In May 2025, Taylor announced that she had finally bought back her music catalog. Sofia told Jason that Scooter is a dream podcast guest based on what he experienced during the feud over Taylor's masters. "When I saw the Taylor Swift stuff and looked into it, he looked like a horrible human being," Sofia said. "Then in hindsight, when I was really looking at the details, it's like, well ... he bought something legally ... He was so villainized." What makes Sofia's comparison a miss, in my opinion, is that Scooter and Taylor's feud goes beyond his purchase of the label Big Machine Records, which included Taylor's music, and the subsequent sale to another company. Scooter was Kanye West's (now Ye) manager during his 2016 beef with Taylor, and she has apparently considered him her nemesis for awhile. Their feud even resulted in Taylor being labeled a "snake" and blasted on social media. Scooter was even pictured in a screenshot from a FaceTime call with Ye and Justin Bieber with the caption: "Taylor swift what up." Scooter's proximity to Taylor's situation with Kanye over the release of his controversial song "Famous" and even the footage Kim Kardashian released later in an attempt to discredit the "Karma" singer, it's no surprise she wasn't a fan of her music catalog being even referenced that photo of Scooter, Justin, and Ye, claiming she received "incessant, manipulative bullying" from Scooter, like "when Kim Kardashian orchestrated an illegally recorded snippet of a phone call to be leaked and then Scooter got his two clients together to bully me online about it." Perhaps the split of the Call Her Daddy hosts was as toxic as the Taylor and Scooter drama that lasted over many years and involved several high-profile celebrities with the internet fandoms blowing it out of proportion — but I personally would never want to compare myself to that.
Cosmopolitan
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Sofia Richie Grainge's The Row Sandals Look Just Like This $55 Amazon Style
Flip-flops are having their moment again. Just ask Jennifer Aniston, Gigi Hadid, or the entire Cosmo team, who have embraced the thong sandal revival with open arms—and pedicured toes. If you had any doubt about the polarizing shoe trend left, this should settle it: Certified it girl Sofia Richie Grainge just shared back-to-back Instagrams in the style. While vacationing in the French Riviera (at the same opulent hotel as her royal wedding!) Sofia has been reaching for the exact flip-flops that, well, all of Hollywood is wearing: The Row Dune Cotton Flat Thong Sandals. Jennifer Lawrence, Zoë Kravitz, Kendall Jenner, and Hailey Bieber have all been spotted in the trending shoe. But, here's the thing: While they can afford to spend $690 on a rubber flip-flop, I cannot! And, I don't have to! There's a $55 version on Amazon that looks identical—down to Sofia's colorway. The lookalike sandal has the same red textured outsole and ribbed black thong strap as the designer style. They're so similar, in fact, that I'm quite sure I couldn't tell the difference in a side-by-side. The rubber footbed offers just the right amount of cushion, and you don't have to worry about blisters thanks to its soft ribbon-like fabric. Shoppers can confirm! "They are very comfortable to wear. The insole has a raised massaging surface that feels really good on the bottom of your feet," one reviewer says. "The straps are fabric so they do not cut into your toes or feet." Another customer adds that the flip-flops are so "cute, comfy, and affordable" that they've "had many pairs over the years." In addition to the classic red and black style Sofia opted for, Amazon also has an all-black sandal and black and sand color combo just like The Row versions Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber chose. Oh, and the beauty of a flip-flop (and these, in particular)??? They go with everything. Hailey wore the Dunes with leggings, Kendall styled 'em with jeans, and Sofia paired the shoes with several different swimwear looks. So, if you're looking to cosplay as a girl who can afford $690 flip-flops (without actually spending that), now's your chance! I'm certainly taking it! Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.
