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The Sun
12 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Garden owners can snap up Dunelm's ‘fabulous' sell-out egg chair for HALF PRICE as stock finally returns
A best-selling egg chair that keeps selling out has been restocked at Dunelm. The unique Santorini egg chair has had a huge 50% discount, which has seen the price cut from £249 to £124.50 in the sale. 1 Santorini Egg Chair £124.50 (was £249) The garden is the perfect place to relax, unwind and soak up the sun - if you've got the right set-up. Amidst the current hot weather, there's even more of a reason to invest in your garden, and egg chairs have become increasingly popular. Earlier this month our money team spotted a similar deal on a Homebase egg chair that's been reduced from £199.99 to £99.99. Dunelm has put a twist on the look that you usually get with this style of chair, replacing plain wood or rattan with a choice of vibrant colours. Two out of four of the colours were discounted, but it's the jade mist shade - a stylish turquoise and white design - that's back in stock. Egg chairs are often costly, so if you were hesitant to buy one full price, the £124.50 discount may tempt you for the sunny months ahead. The Santorini Egg Chair has a spacious-looking seat, with a thick, padded cushion to sink into when you're enjoying a drink or curling up with a book. Not all egg chairs are hanging, but with this one you can gently swing as you kick back and relax in the garden. It's not a new addition to Dunelm, but it's remained a bestseller, and has sold out several times. With the UK experiencing a period of hot weather at the moment, the stock has been replenished just in time for the heatwave. As we all know however, it's always essential to be prepared for less favourable conditions. Thankfully the egg chair is weather-resistant thanks to its powder-coated steel frame, which is known to be durable. The egg chairs aren't the only garden furniture deals in the Dunelm sale, as there are hundreds to choose from before the sale ends at midnight on Sunday (June 22). best solar lights for the garden to add to the cosy atmosphere in the evenings. To create a tropical vibe on a budget, a pair of patio palm trees now costs £20 down from £39.99 at Gardening Express. Flymo lawn mower now has 20% off at Amazon.
The Independent
3 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made millions for writing memoir
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made millions from her memoir, financial disclosures reveal. It's no secret justices have other income streams besides their day job and those incomes are included in annual financial reports released to the public. The salaries of justices were more than $300,000 as of January, according to the Federal Judicial Center, and several of the nine have side jobs in book publishing and teaching. Jackson took home more additional non-investment income than any other justice in 2024, according to their yearly disclosures published by Fix the Court, a nonprofit that promotes transparency in the Supreme Court. She was paid an advance of $2,068,750 by Penguin Random House for her memoir titled 'Lovely One,' which came out in September 2024. Jackson was previously paid $893,750 in an advance from her publisher, which was listed on her 2023 financial report. 'Lovely One' was briefly No. 1 on the New York Times bestseller list. It follows the life of Jackson, the first Black woman to be appointed to the Supreme Court, 'tracing her family's ascent from segregation to her confirmation on America's highest court within the span of one generation,' according to the book's description. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who has authored several books, took home a $60,000 advance for a new book expected to be released in 2026 and multiple book royalties totaling nearly $74,000 from Penguin Random House in 2024, according to her annual financial report. Sotomayor wrote a memoir titled, 'My Beloved World' that was published in 2013 as well as a few children's books. Sotomayor's new children's book titled, 'Just Shine! How to Be a Better You' will be released in September, People reported. Justice Neil Gorsuch listed a royalty income worth $250,000 from HarperCollins and $259.95 from Princeton University Press and he made more than $30,000 for teaching at George Mason University, his financial report showed. Gorsuch published his latest book titled, 'Over Ruled: The Human Toll of Too Much Law' last August. Justice Samuel Alito requested an extension on his financial report. His report is expected to be released sometime this summer, according to Fix the Court.
Associated Press
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Mother's Gut Feeling Saves Lives, Becomes Bestselling Book
SEATTLE, WA - June 11, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE ) - Tennyson Jacobson's powerful memoir, Mother of All Days, has officially claimed the coveted #1 New Release spot on Amazon and secured its place on the platform's Bestseller list within days of its release. This extraordinary achievement underscores the profound impact of Jacobson's harrowing yet ultimately redemptive journey from trauma to purpose. The memoir details Jacobson's life-altering experience following a home invasion on Mother's Day 2013. Despite dismissal from authorities, Jacobson's persistent intuition warned her that the intruder would return - a premonition that devastatingly proved true just 12 hours later. When forced to defend her family in a confrontation that made national headlines, Jacobson's story became one of survival against all odds. 'My story isn't just about that terrible night,' explains Jacobson. 'It's about the years afterward - the raw, messy reality of rebuilding after trauma and discovering how our darkest moments can ultimately reveal our greatest purpose.' What separates Mother of All Days from conventional true crime narratives is Jacobson's unflinching honesty about her emotional journey after the headlines faded. Readers nationwide have connected with her authentic portrayal of post-traumatic healing and the power of intuition as both a life-saving warning and a guide toward transformation. 'I never meant to write a book about our event,' Jacobson shares. 'Who am I to write a book? I am no one. But deep down, I knew our story and my journey could make a difference.' Since its release, the memoir has received acclaim from trauma survivors, mental health professionals, and readers seeking inspiration from authentic lived experience rather than clinical expertise. 'This book isn't just Tenny's story - it's an invitation to get curious about your own self-discovery. Whether you're navigating trauma, wanting more out of life, or you simply need a captivating read, this book will show you that healing is possible in a way that you won't want to put down,' said Althea Mara, Human Design Consultant Mother of All Days is available in paperback Amazon and through Jacobson's website at About About Tennyson Jacobson: Tennyson Jacobson is an author, speaker, and advocate for trauma survivors. Following her life-changing experience in 2013, she has dedicated herself to sharing her journey of healing and transformation with others. Through her writing and speaking engagements, she offers hope and practical wisdom to those navigating their own paths to recovery. Contact: For interview requests, speaking engagements, or additional information, please visit Media Contact Full Name: Paige Dungan Title: Head of Publicity Company Name: The Front Porch Collective Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 479.856.4394
NHK
10-06-2025
- NHK
British author of thrillers Frederick Forsyth dies at 86
British novelist Frederick Forsyth, the author of "The Day of the Jackal" and other bestsellers, has died. He was 86. Forsyth served as a Royal Air Force pilot before he became a reporter. He worked in Paris, former East Berlin and Nigeria as a foreign correspondent for Reuters and BBC. He later began writing thrillers based on his experiences. "The Day of the Jackal," about an attempt to assassinate French President Charles de Gaulle, was made into a film. Forsyth wrote many novels themed on international affairs and geopolitical risks. "The Odessa File" depicts a reporter trying to track down a former Nazi officer, while "The Fourth Protocol" supposes that the former Soviets are plotting a communist revolution in Britain. His works sold more than 75 million copies in total. The New York Times reported that Forsyth spent six months on research before writing a book, and was particular about details. It noted that many of his characters are based on real people. Forsyth revealed in 2015 that he cooperated with the British secret intelligence agency MI6 for more than 20 years from 1968. Forsyth reportedly died on Monday.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Frederick Forsyth, Author of Thrillers Made Into Movies Like ‘The Day of the Jackal,' Dies at 86
Frederick Forsyth, a British author of thrillers who frequently made the bestseller lists, sold 70 million books and saw his novels 'The Day of the Jackal,' 'The Odessa File' and 'The Dogs of War,' among others, adapted into films, died on Monday at his home in Jordans, England. He was 86 years old. The New York Times confirmed Forsyth's death, which his literary representative, Jonathan Lloyd, said 'followed a short illness.' 'The Day of the Jackal' was adapted into a 1973 film directed by Fred Zinnemann and starring Edward Fox and Michael Lonsdale. Fox played the professional assassin known only as the 'Jackal' who is hired to assassinate French President Charles de Gaulle in the summer of 1963. The film was a critical and box office success, and was also turned into a series in 2024 starring Eddie Redmayne. More from Variety 'Handmaid's Tale' and 'Day of the Jackal' Producers on Rewriting Literary Worlds With TV Adaptations 'The Day of the Jackal' Star Eddie Redmayne on Tackling Iconic Characters, Loving 'The White Lotus' and the How Acting Is the Perfect Front for a Spy Sky Studios Boss Says 'Pain in Transition' Being Felt Across TV Industry Will Likely Continue 'For a Few More Years' Roger Ebert said of the feature version: 'I wasn't prepared for how good it really is: It's not just a suspense classic, but a beautifully executed example of filmmaking. It's put together like a fine watch. The screenplay meticulously assembles an incredible array of material, and then Zinnemann choreographs it so that the story — complicated as it is — unfolds in almost documentary starkness.' (The film was the inspiration for Michael Caton-Jones' 'The Jackal' (1997), starring Richard Gere, Bruce Willis, Sidney Poitier and Jack Black. The later movie concerns an assassin nicknamed the Jackal who wants to assassinate a highly significant target, but otherwise shares little with the original story. Forsyth refused to allow his name to be used in connection with it, and director Zinnemann fought with the studio to ensure that the new film did not share the first film's title.) Forsyth's 1972 novel 'The Odessa File' was adapted into the 1974 film of the same name directed by Ronald Neame and starring Jon Voight, Maximilian Schell and Maria Schell. Voight played a young German journalist who stumbles upon the existence of a secret organization of ex-S.S. members called ODESSA; he goes undercover and discovers a plot to send biochemical warheads to Egypt to use against Israel. Andrew Lloyd Webber did the score. 'The Dogs of War' was adapted into the 1980 film starring Christopher Walken and Tom Berenger as members of a small, international unit of mercenaries privately hired to depose the president of the fictional African Republic of Zangaro so a British tycoon can mine a huge platinum deposit there. The British-made Cold War spy thriller 'The Fourth Protocol' (1987), adapted from the novel by Forsyth, starred Michael Caine and Pierce Brosnan. The latter plays a KGB major whose unsanctioned mission in the U.K. is to assemble and detonate an atomic device so that it will appear to be a nuclear accident at a British military base. The aim is to strain British-US relations and strengthen the anti-nuclear movement ahead of an election so the Soviet Union can gain the upper hand. Forsyth's more recent novel, 2013's 'The Kill List,' was at one time in development as a feature, with Lem Dobbs doing the adaptation and Rupert Sanders set to direct, but the project was never realized. Forsyth's 1999 effort 'The Phantom of Manhattan,' a sequel to 'The Phantom of the Opera,' was intended as a departure from his usual work; the author told Larry King in 2000, 'I had done mercenaries, assassins, Nazis, murderers, terrorists, special forces soldiers, fighter pilots, you name it, and I got to think, could I actually write about the human heart?' But while this novel did not achieve the same success as his others, and Forsyth subsequently returned to writing contemporary thrillers, 'The Phantom of Manhattan' served as the basis, at least in part, for Andrew Lloyd Webber's 2010 romantic musical 'Love Never Dies.' Forsyth also received story credit on a number of TV movies made either in the U.S. or the U.K., including 'Cry of the Innocent' (1980) and 'Code Name: Wolverine (1996); he received story credit and an executive producer credit on TV movies including 'Just Another Secret' (1989), 'The Price of the Bride' (1990), 'A Little Piece of Sunshine' (1990), 'Death Has a Bad Reputation' (1990), 'Pride and Extreme Prejudice' (1990) and 'A Casualty of War' (1990). The 2005 Hallmark Channel TV movie 'Icon' was based on his novel of the same name, and the TNT TV movie 'Avenger' (2006), starring Sam Elliott, Timothy Hutton and James Cromwell, was based on Forsyth's novel of the same name. Frederick Forsyth was born in Ashford, Kent, and attended the University of Granada, Spain. At the age of 19, he became the youngest pilot in the Royal Air Force, serving from 1956-58, but then decided on a career as a journalist as 'it was the only job that might enable me to travel and keep more or less my own hours.' After three years as a provincial reporter, he joined Reuters and spent the next four years in Europe, first working in London and Paris from 1961-63, and then as bureau chief in East Berlin from 1963-64. In 1965 he joined the BBC and was sent to Biafra to cover the war raging in Nigeria. What he saw of this brutal and cynical conflict made it difficult for him to toe the editorial line of the BBC's coverage so he resigned and turned freelance, later emerging to publish his highly controversial first book, the nonfiction work 'The Biafra Story.' In 1969 he decided to use his experience as a Reuters reporter in France as the basis for a thriller. Within 35 days he'd completed 'The Day of the Jackal,' which has sold some 10 million copies. Forsyth's autobiography, 'The Outsider: My Life in Intrigue,' was published in September 2015, when he disclosed that he had been working for Britain's MI6 for more than two decades, starting when he was asked to provide information about the Biafran War. The BBC said, 'Fans have long suspected that Forsyth, 77, acclaimed for his highly realistic spy novels, may have been involved with British intelligence.' The author told the BBC that he was not paid for the information he provided. 'The zeitgeist was different… the Cold War was very much on.' Despite becoming an established author with the success of 'The Day of the Jackal,' which earned Forsyth a three-book publishing deal, he undertook missions to Rhodesia, South Africa and, at the height of the Cold War, East Germany. Forsyth was twice married, the first time to model Carole Cunningham. His second wife Sandy Molloy, whom he married in 1994, died in 2024. 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