A great-great-grandmother has celebrated her 103rd birthday with a rave-inspired party at her care home.

Vera Sak marked the milestone by donning neon green glasses, a tutu, leg warmers and singing along to songs.

Chestnuts Residential Home in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, transformed one of their rooms into a club on March 1 by decorating it with neon balloons, flashing lights and glow sticks.

Vera spent her birthday with her family, including her two sons Robert and John, the care home staff and friends.

John said the party, dubbed ‘Vera’s rave’, was ‘full of joy’ and he thanked care home staff for ‘raising the boat’.

He said: “They have gone above and beyond the call of duty, I think the staff here are so great.

‘Instead of just leaving the residents to fend for themselves, there is always something to do here.

“It’s a two-way street: some residents may not respond as well as others, but this room today is full of joy.

“If there’s ever a special occasion, they push the boat out.”

Care home manager Emma Phillips said they are ‘always planning special events’ for residents and the team worked ‘incredibly hard’ on the party.

She said: “We always plan special events for our residents’ birthdays.

“The team has worked extremely hard on this celebration, but it’s not every day that someone turns 103.”

Chestnuts Care Home is part of the family care home group St Philips Care, which has 34 care homes across the country.

Tracy Atkins, the group’s Chief Operating Officer, said: ‘All our care homes promote the uniqueness and individuality of their residents.

“Our staff does an incredible job every day to bring joy and entertainment to residents, but this is something special.

“I am so impressed with the dedication and hard work of our staff to plan and organize such an amazing event to celebrate Vera’s birthday.”

This comes as an 84-year-old man born on a leap year day celebrated his 21st birthday again.

Ronnie Mustard arrived in the world on Leap Year 1940, meaning his ‘real’ birthday only happens once every four years.

The pensioner celebrated his ‘first’ 21st birthday in 1961 with a trip to Blackpool, the same year he married his wife of 63 years, Jean.

Ronnie turned 21 for the ‘second time’ and threw a birthday party at Archer’s Court Care home in Sunderland, where he now lives.

The party on February 29 had a rock ‘n’ roll theme and both guests and staff dressed up in 70s floral attire for the event.

Ronnie said: ‘It’s been a long time since I’ve been to a party like this. It was delicious.’

APPLE TV+ has plans to roll out a cheaper version of its streaming service.

Launched in 2019, Apple TV+ is a subscription streaming service offered by Apple.

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Currently, the service sets subscribers back $9.99 per month or $99 for the year.

But now the company is working on an ad-supported version that could cost users less.

A report from Business insider notes that Apple has hired former NBCUniversal executive Joseph Cady to lead the initiative.

If Apple successfully implements the new version, it will join a long list of streaming services that offer ads.

Most recently, Amazon Prime introduced ads on Prime Video at the end of January.

The move was met with resistance from many Prime subscribers, who shared that they had canceled their memberships as a result.

And to bypass the ads, Prime asked users to pay $2.99 ​​per month on top of their subscriptions.

However, because Apple is lowering its fees in exchange for advertising, it could see some success, experts say.

It’s not clear what the new pricing system would look like when the new version rolls out, or when it would be available.

OTHER WAYS TO SCORE APPLE TV+

If you don’t want to pay anything for Apple TV+ but still want access to the service, you can get it for free as a new or existing T-Mobile or Sprint customer.

T-Mobile users can get the benefit at no extra cost, as long as they have a Go5G Next or Go 5G Plus subscription.

Or they can get the Apple service for free for six months with the Go5G plan.

Meanwhile, Sprint customers are eligible for the service through the Sprint MAX and Sprint ONE plans.

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Apple TV+ includes original content as well as critically acclaimed movies and TV shows.

Some popular movie titles include Oscar-nominated films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Oppenheimer, and The Wolf of Wall Street.

Meanwhile, some popular TV shows on the platform are Avatar, Yellowstone and Walker.

ELON Musk has unveiled the latest phase of turning his X-app into a so-called ‘everything app’ – and joining YouTube.

The eccentric billionaire first revealed his plans for

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It was then that Musk described a theoretical single place where users can access most, if not all, of their favorite online services and tools.

In China, a version of the idea already exists in WeChat, which started as a messaging platform similar to WhatsApp.

As I said, X is the new WeChat! Everything on one platform! Elon didn’t buy it for fun!

X user @HustleCatalyst

Over the years, WeChat has evolved into its own mini Internet that allows users to do everything from sharing social media-style messages to receiving news, making payments, booking restaurants and ordering taxis .

First Twitter became X, and now X will become something completely different.

In a short post on X, Musk hinted that users will “soon” be able to watch long videos via

This includes Samsung TVs and Amazon Fire Sticks.

Onlookers think X’s video version could rival Google’s YouTube.

But others aren’t fans of the decision and just want Twitter to remain a text-based app.

“I want Twitter to be Twitter. Not YouTube. Not the cash app,” said one X user wrote.

Another tweeted: “Like I said, X is the new WeChat! All in one platform! Elon didn’t buy it for fun!”

But the X-team doesn’t see this as a huge transition or major news update.

In a blog post earlier this year, the team claimed that X is already a video-first platform and that eight out of 10 user sessions involved watching videos.

MILLIONS of Amazon Fire TV Stick owners could be missing out on hundreds of free live channels.

Streaming services are becoming more expensive as subscription prices rise, but there are plenty of apps that are free television.

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Plex is one of those apps that lets you watch TV for free in exchange for watching ads.

According to Plex, you can enjoy more than 600 live TV channels.

And the service also promises more than 50,000 movies and TV shows on demand.

The Plex app can be downloaded directly from the Amazon app store and costs nothing to install or enjoy.

If you didn’t know Plex offered free TV, that’s not a huge surprise.

Plex started life as a way to set up your own “media servers” so you could stream your own video files to a TV or computer, like a personal Netflix.

But in 2019, Plex started offering free TV channels and on-demand content.

The app scores a 4/5 on Amazon based on more than 210,000 customer reviews.

And 59% of those reviews had a five-star rating, while another 13% gave four stars.

One Fire TV fan who gave it five stars judgement wrote: “Great app for all supported devices. I couldn’t live without this app on all my devices.”

Another said: “Amazing. Love this app. Checked out all my favorites.”

TV TITANS

Of course, there are plenty of other apps that offer free TV, including live channels and on-demand content.

Usual the catch is that you have to put up with ads.

But it’s a great way to save money if you are tired of paying expensive streaming services every month.

Here are some Fire TV apps that offer free TV, supported by ads:

• Amazon Freevee
• Tubi
• Pluto TV
• Crackle
• The Roku Channel

Try using a selection of free streaming apps for a while and see if you can save some money each month.

Police have questioned nearly a dozen people suspected of selling dodgy devices used to illegally stream premium channels cheaply.

One person was arrested and ten others were interviewed under caution as part of a major crackdown on gadgets such as popular Amazon Fire TV Sticks that have been modified by criminals.

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Fire Sticks give users instant access to TV shows from a range of paid streaming apps, such as Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+.

However, people often get versions with unofficial apps on them that provide free or cheap access to premium channels.

We send a clear message that this will not be tolerated

Detective Chief Inspector Emma WarbeyLondon City Police

The City of London Police’s Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU) has carried out a week-long campaign in partnership with anti-piracy organization FACT.

All 11 people questioned are accused of selling equipment that provides illegal access to premium TV content, such as live Premier League matches on Sky Sports.

Officers traveled to various locations including Portsmouth, Wales, Hartlepool, Middlesborough, Leeds, Manchester and Bury to conduct interviews.

Although the main police investigation focuses on sellers, those who buy custom streaming gadgets have been warned that they face several potentially devastating consequences, including data theft, fraud and malware.

“Illegal streaming is a major problem for the industry and although it may appear to be a low-risk, high-reward crime, the proceeds are used to fund other serious forms of criminal activity,” said Police Chief Inspector Emma Warbey. Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU) at the City of London Police.

“At the same time, it can expose end users to the risks of data theft, fraud and malware.

‘By targeting grassroots sellers we are sending a clear message that this will not be tolerated.

“PIPCU will continue to work with law enforcement and industry partners to take action against those offering illegal streaming services and protect consumers from the risks associated with their use.”

All 11 people questioned by officers were given a conditional warning, requiring them to cease their activities and shut down their advertising and social media channels.

A conditional warning gives a person a record in the police system and if they do not comply with the terms of the warning they will go to court and face further prosecution.

Kieron Sharp, CEO of FACT, added: “The success achieved by this targeted operation is directly attributable to the excellent efforts and strong support of PIPCU.

“Implementing these measures has sent a strong message: piracy is a criminal act that is treated with the utmost seriousness.

“We remain vigilant in monitoring platforms including modified firesticks that promote and distribute illegal streams, and take decisive action against those selling illegal access to premium TV content.

“FACT and its partners are committed to disrupting these criminal operations and non-compliance will result in further law enforcement action.”

Last year, fraudster Steven Mills, 58, from Shrewsbury, was jailed for two and a half years for modified ‘Firesticks’ through a private Facebook group.

His organization received more than £1 million in five years.

A number of suspected sellers have recently received a ‘cease and desist’ letter.

A MAKEUP lover has shared a beauty product that keeps her face in place with minimal effort.

She used a cosmetic primer that was so strong that the box stuck to her face.

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Amelia Olivia (@amelia0livia) shares skincare and beauty advice online.

She gushed about a primer in one TikTok video that not only uniquely secured her makeup, but also the box on her face.

When the video started, it was planted firmly on her cheek and she spoke to the viewers with it.

“If you’re looking for a grip primer that will make your makeup last and keep things from sticking to your face, I’ve found the one for you,” she said.

She admitted that she had seen so many people putting products on their faces and wanted to try it herself.

“I feel like people struggle with gripping primers, so I’m going to tell you all about my favorite gripping primer,” she added.

The blonde said it’s perfect for weddings or when you want your makeup to last “damn long.”

It’s the Milk Hydro Grip Primer, $38, which she called “the goat of grip primers.”

Amelia has a specific method to ensure it lasts all day.

“The key to getting this primer to work best for you is that I apply about three or four pumps. Make sure you really warm it up in your fingers and spread it over your skin,” she explained.

According to her, the heat from your fingers will cause it to melt into the skin.

It also has “great skincare benefits,” leaving your skin looking “juicy and glowing.”

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Amelia completed her full glam and showed off the finished look at the end of the video.

She added that it gives her an “over the top” vibe and that “the glow is still glowing.”

“I can safely say that this makeup lasts all day. All night long I could go to sleep with this makeup on and still wake up in the morning and it looks like this,” she said.

“I need this in my life!!!” one viewer commented.

“The best on the market. It’s just so expensive,” wrote another.

“I agree. You put me on this product and it’s amazing,” one woman added.

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AMAZON has made a big change to its Fire TV Sticks, making it easier to find free content.

This feature is coming to both Amazon’s Fire TVs and Fire TV Sticks, including the latest 4k Max Stick.

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The US company has introduced ‘transparency’, which makes it clear whether a particular TV show or movie you have searched for or is recommended to you is included in your subscription package or whether it is a video on demand .

The information can be found on the show or movie’s mini-detail page, where you’ll get more information about the title.

Below the show or TV title and above the synopsis, you will now see a new indicator that lets you know if the show is included in your subscription, if it is available for free with advertising option, or if it is a rental or purchase option. .

Other improvements have also been made.

In addition to the improved transparency, Amazon has made some upgrades to other parts of the user interface.

A new Top Results row has been added that shows the five most likely results when you search.

So if you search for comedy movies, you’ll see five recommendations based on a combination of your own viewing and search history and what’s popular and what’s currently trending.

The Continue Watching row has also been expanded.

When it started last year, it included content from a range of streaming apps, including Prime Video, Freevee, MGM Plus, Max and STARZ.

Now Hulu and Tubi have been added to the list, with Amazon also saying Disney Plus is coming soon too.

Another new feature is the browser-based virtual keyboard and remote that lets you type and control your TV from your phone.

Whenever the onscreen keyboard appears, it will also display a QR code that can be used to bring up the browser-based keyboard on your phone.

The feature, similar to that found in the Apple TV 4K when used with an iPhone, should make text entry much faster.

Meanwhile, an Amazon Fire TV Stick user reveals six ‘great apps’ for streaming ‘tons of content’ for free, including popular movies.

Amazon Fire TV Stick users can also try a lesser-known app to get free content.

We explain the difference between Fire TV Stick Lite and Fire TV Stick.

Owners of Amazon Fire TV Sticks have also been warned that their bank accounts are at risk of being raided amid a new crackdown on illegal streaming.

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