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Tango reveals ANOTHER new ‘limited edition’ flavour days after ice blast favourites appear on shelves

TANGO has revealed another new “limited edition” flavour of drink just days after some of its ice blast favourites appeared on shelves.

The brand has launched a fresh “bold” flavour that it says will “tantalise tastebuds”.

Tango Strawberry Smash sugar-free can.
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Tango has launched its new Strawberry Smash flavour[/caption]
Tango Strawberry Smash sugar-free bottle.
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The drink comes in a range of sizes[/caption]

Tongues will no doubt be wagging at the new Tango Editions: Strawberry Smash drink.

Combining sweet strawberry with tropical pineapple, the drink can transport you to feel like you are on an exotic beach.

The drink is the latest in a long line up of Tango Editions, with previous flavours including Berry Peachy and Paradise Punch.

It also joins the range of traditional flavours alongside Tango Orange, Tango Apple Sugar Free, Tango Mango Sugar Free and Tango Cherry Sugar Free.

The exciting new drink has been available across UK supermarkets and stores since early February.

“Deliciously” sugar-free, Tango says the drink “does not compromise on taste”.

It is available in a range of sizes, including: 330ml cans, 500ml and two litre bottles, and even multi-packs of eight and 24 cans.

Tango said: “Set to tantalise tastebuds with an irresistible explosion of flavour, Tango Strawberry Smash combines sweet strawberry and tropical pineapple flavour for an instant, and outrageously bold hit of fruity tang.”

Victoria Burridge, Tango Brand Manager, Carlsberg Britvic added: “We know our Tango fans crave invigorating new flavours that stray away from the mundane, and Strawberry Smash does just that.

“Combining strawberry and pineapple flavour for a major hit of fruity tang, be prepared to experience outrageously bold flavour when drinking.” 

The drink has rolled out to major supermarkets across the UK, including Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and many convenience stores.

Tango has said the drink will only be available for 12 months and has also listed its suggested retailing price.

You can expect the 330ml single cans of the exotic drink to sell for around 85p, while the 500ml bottles will set you back around £2.15.

For the larger two litre bottles, you can expect to pay £3.35, while for the eight and 24-can multi packs, you should expect to pay £5.29 and £13.19 respectively.

Tango has brought out a multitude of flavours this month, including a new mango flavoured drink.

Succeeding Tango’s popular Paradise Punch flavour, this latest rotation is set to meet the demand for Mango flavoured drinks, giving shoppers more sugar-free options without compromising on taste.

Available from 1 February for 12 months, the fruit-flavoured fizzy drink is available to enjoy in formats to be consumed at home or on the go.

The flavour will be available in a variety of formats – 330ml cans, 500ml bottles, 2-litre bottles, 8-can multi packs and 24-can multi-packs.

Shoppers have already taken to Facebook after spotting the 2-litre bottles in Asda this weekend.

One Tango fan said: “Mango Tango? Love the rhyme!”

Another said: “This is a bit of me.”

“It’s gorgeous,” said a third shopper.

This also comes as Tango announced it was releasing bottled versions of its popular Raspberry Blast and Cherry Blast slushies.

Fans of the new flavours were ecstatic and wanted to try the new drinks.

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The drinks have already rolled out to supermarkets and stores across the UK[/caption]

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Shoppers rush to Sainsbury’s for ‘Easter twist’ on Brits’ beloved biscuits scanning for just 65p

BARGAIN hunters are rushing to Sainsbury’s to buy Brits’ beloved biscuits that now come with an “Easter twist”.

Fans have gone wild over the latest edition of the iconic British biscuits.

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Shoppes are rushing to Sainsbury’s to buy the new flavour of Custard Creams

Sainsbury’s is selling the all-new Hot Cross Bun flavoured Custard Cream biscuits for just 65p.

Bargain hunters and snack-time lovers flooded the comment section after news of the arrival was shared on social media.

Posting about it on Facebook, one customer wrote: “New Hot Cross Bun Custard Creams spotted at Sainsbury’s.”

Another intrigued shopper said: “Interesting one. Would love to try these.”

Meanwhile, a third person wrote: “Adding these to my Saino’s shopping list.”

“Oooh, I need to dunk them in my cuppa,” agreed a fourth.

It comes after a flavour of an iconic biscuit branded “Aussie gold” has landed exclusively in a major supermarket.

The Australian treat, Tim Tam, has come out with a new extra chocolatey flavour.

Fans have obsessed over the choc, which launched in the UK last year.

Now, UK shoppers can get their hands on the latest edition, which has an extra layer of smooth milk chocolate added.

Talyah Falabella, Tim Tam’s International Marketing Manager, said: “For over 60 years, Tim Tam has been Australia’s favourite chocolaty biscuit.

“We’re excited to bring another irresistible addition to the UK, offering the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers.”

Chocolate lovers rejoiced when the biscuits became available in the UK for the first time last year.

And were available at Waitrose and Ocado, before then being stocked at Tesco.

It comes as iant bags of Quality Street chocolates are scanning for just £2.50 at Sainsbury’s tills.

Originally the Quality Street refill packs were selling for £8 but a few weeks after Christmas supermarkets have slashed prices in hopes of getting rid of their extra stock.

How to bag a bargain

SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…

SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…

Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.

Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.

Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.

Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.

Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.

When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.

Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.

Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.

And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.

MORE ‘SWEET’ NEWS

Shoppers have been going wild for a Cadbury selection box full of Australian chocolate favourites usually unavailable in the UK.

They include Dairy Milk white chocolate Freddos, Scorched Peanut Bars, Snickers Butterscotch, Caramilk Twirls and regular Dairy Milk milk chocolate bars.

Last year, others yelled “it’s a party in my mouth” as B&M rolled out a new M&M flavour normally only seen in the land down under.

The retailer is stocking a Mocha Mudcake version of the classic snack after launching it down under in July last year.

Now the quirky flavour has landed in B&M, with shoppers keen to snap it up.

Instagram page Newfoodfindsuk posted a photo of the 130g bag of sweet online with almost 150 giving the post a like.

Cadbury Twirl Bites in Caramilk and also strawberry also launched last year.

Eagle-eyed foodies spotted the treats, titled “Aus Twirl” in B&M.

Retro food fans will also be pleased to know that some of their favourite “nostalgic” snacks are back on the shelves.

Most people have a favourite chocolate bar or crisp flavour they would love to see return – and we can now reveal some that have.

Aldi made biscuit lovers’ dreams come true when it revealed it was bringing back the beloved Elkes Sports Shortcake biscuits.

The Hazelnut KitKat Chunky has made a return to the shelves after three years and shoppers can’t get enough of it.

Plus, Morrisons started stocking Marmite crisps in February last year after Walkers announced it would be discontinuing the flavour.

Biscuit lovers were rejoicing at the return of the McVities white chocolate biscuit after almost 20 years.

The tea-break favourite was last seen on the shelves as a limited edition in 2005 and made its return in July last year.

Elsewhere, Happy Faces were axed around 2015 and were spotted back on the shelves last year.

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Horse racing tips: ‘The trainer has a fine record in this race’ – Templegate’s NAP looks a good thing

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JOLTING N JIVING (3.20 Carlisle, nap)

He looked a surefire future winner when running an excellent second on debut at Bangor last time. There was a good gap to the third and the winner wasn’t disgraced in Listed company latest. Trainer Donald McCain has a fine record in this race with three wins in the past four runnings. He can act to that tally with Brian Hughes on board.

SALT ROCK looks solid (2.05 Southwell, nb)

He comes here in fine form having won both his starts since switching to fences. He saw out this trip with plenty left in the tank at Donny latest and there’s plenty more to come.

ASA (4.15 Southwell, treble)

Clocked a big personal best when scooting in by 11 lengths at Catterick seven days ago. That was over fences but she has decent hurdles form on her CV too. Trainer Philip Kirby is in excellent form and rider Joe Williamson takes off 3lb.

NEPTUNE LEGEND (7.00 Wolverhampton, Lucky 15)

Is consistent and went down by less than a length at Southwell on Friday in a similar race to this. He likes it here too and is best over this trip.

Templegate’s tips

CARLISLE

1.20 Bishbashbosh
Ran well in stronger race at Down Royal last time.

1.50 Butch
Impressive chase debut at Leicester and has more to come.

2.20 Saint Malinas
Showed promise when second on hurdles debut at Hexham.

2.50 Fortunate Man
Good effort at Windsor last time and will prefer this track.

3.20 Jolting N Jiving (nap)
Went close on hurdles debut and doesn’t need much more.

3.55 Mavis Pike
Bit in hand when winning at Fakenham last time out.

4.30 Tommy Combats
Two good runs heading here and in the hunt again.

5.05 Broughshane
Has won two of past three and had a little break since.

SOUTHWELL

1.35 Ali Star Bert
Has shown his best form over this course and distance.

2.05 Salt Rock (nb)
Won past two nicely and has more to offer.

2.35 In The Age
Cost £100,000 and won on debut over course and distance latest.

3.05 Wolf Moon
Good second on hurdles debut at Huntingdon and form’s franked.

3.40 Born In The West
Went close last time and every chance of one better here.

4.15 Asa (treble)
In flying form over fences and useful hurdler too.

4.45 Gotthereintheend
Went close over course and distance last time out.

WOLVERHAMPTON

4.25 King’s Code
Has landed three wins over this course and distance.

5.00 Overnight Oats
Likes it here and impressive win at Southwell latest.

5.30 Bryant
Expensive buy who showed promise on York debut.

6.00 Layla Liz
Did well last year and this 5f trip has brought more.

6.30 Pessoa
Likes it here and didn’t get run of the race last time.

7.00 Neptune Legend
Another good effort when third at Southwell latest.

7.30 Back Tomorrow
Three good wins before unlucky effort here last time.

8.00 Mumayaz
Likes it here and bit in hand when winning at Southwell.

8.30 Hierarchy
Goes well here and been knocking on the door.

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Shirley Ballas, Victoria Derbyshire & Julia Bradbury urge thousands to get life-saving breast cancer checks in NHS drive

A MAJOR breast cancer screening drive will see celebs writing “personal” letters to women, urging them to attend life-saving screenings.

It’s hoped that the campaign – backed by Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas and presenters Victoria Derbyshire and Julia Bradbury – will help spot thousands more breast cancer cases earlier.

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Shirley Ballas and other celebs have penned letters to women urging them to take up breast screening invitations[/caption]
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Breast cancer survivor Julia Bradbury also backed the campaign[/caption]
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Newsnight anchor Victoria Derbyshire shared her experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015[/caption]
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Women get their first breast screening invite between the ages of 50 and 53[/caption]

NHS England has launched it’s first-ever breast cancer screening campaign, as figures showed that over four in ten invited for their first breast check don’t take up the invitation.

In 2023 there were 18,942 tumours detected out of 1.93million women screened for breast cancer, but a further 1.05m women who were invited did not attend.

The one per cent detection rate means there were potentially 10,000 missed cases.

Women registered with a GP are automatically invited for NHS breast screening between the ages of 50 and 53, then every three years until the age of 71.

The campaign – supported by Breast Cancer UK and Cancer Research UK – encourages women to make the most of regular mammograms and shows that screenings can detect cancers as early as possible.

If 80 per cent of those eligible for a breast check had one in the next year, nearly a million more women could be screened compared to 2022/23, NHSE estimated.

Meanwhile, over 7,500 breast cancers could be detected at an earlier stage, when they are more treatable.

Adverts will be splashed across TV, radio and online, but celebs will also add a “personal” touch to the drive.

Strictly judge Shirley Ballas, Newsnight anchor Victoria Derbyshire and presenter Julia Bradbury will all write “unofficial” invitation letters to women, sharing their own personal screening experiences to reassure them and encourage them to attend. 

Victoria penned an open letter to women invited for breast checks, saying: “I’ve had breast screening multiple times. For me it was painless and I was happy to be screened; my motivation was to make sure any irregularities were picked up – because the earlier breast cancer is detected, the greater the chance of survival.”

The anchor was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015.

She said: “When I was diagnosed, I thought I wouldn’t get to see my two little boys grow up (then aged 8 and 11).

“I thought I wouldn’t get to grow old with my partner Mark. I’m still here thanks to the skill of the NHS – 2025 will be 10 years since I was diagnosed.

“Breast screening might just help save your life. Please go.”

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Victoria feared she wouldn’t get to see her son grow up[/caption]
Portrait of Julia Bradbury holding a sign that says, "Cancer. The word no one wants to hear."
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Julia made an intimate documentary about her own battled with the disease[/caption] Free NHS cancer screenings: breast, bowel, and cervical.  Eligibility criteria are listed.

Cancer survivors, NHS staff and TV doctors will also join the celebrities in sharing letters.

Around 56,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year.

The disease can also affect men, with 400 cases spotted each year.

NHS national cancer director, Dame Cally Palmer, said: “Breast screening detects breast cancers earlier and saves lives – but we know for many women there can be lots of reasons why they might be reluctant to come forward, or why it’s not top of the priority list in their very busy lives.

What happens at a breast cancer screening?

Breast screening is usually done by one or two female mammographers. You can ask them about any questions or concerns you have.

During your appointment, you’ll have two breast x-rays, also known as mammograms, on each breast.

Each will only take a few minutes.

Here’s what to expect:

  1. You’ll need to undress, in a private changing area, so you are naked from the waist up. You may be given a hospital gown to put on.
  2. You’ll be called into the X-ray room and the mammographer will explain what will happen.
  3. The mammographer will place your breast onto the X-ray machine. It will be squeezed between two pieces of plastic to keep it still while the X-rays are taken. This takes a few seconds and you need to stay still. Your breast will be taken off the machine afterwards.
  4. The X-ray machine will then be tilted to one side and the process will be repeated on the side of your breast.
  5. Your other breast will be X-rayed in the same way.
  6. You will then return to the changing area to get dressed.

You should get your results within two weeks after your appointment, via letter. Your GP surgery will also be sent a copy.

If there’s no signs of breast cancer, that’s it until you’re next invited for a check-up.

If something is spotted in the mammograms, you might need to have a few more tests done, such as a breast examination, ultrasound scans and biopsy.

Most people who need further tests won’t end up diagnosed with breast cancer.

But if there are signs of breast cancer, finding it early means treatment is more likely to be successful.

When will I get my invitation?

You’ll automatically get your first invite for up to three years after you hit 50, as long as you’re registered to a GP surgery.

After that, you’ll be invited every three years until you turn 71.

If you’re a trans man, trans woman or are non-binary, you may be invited automatically, or you may need to talk to your GP surgery or call the local breast screening service to ask for an appointment.

If you have not been invited for breast screening by the time you are 53 and think you should have been, contact your local breast screening service.

But if you’re experiencing symptoms of breast cancer before you reach screening age, don’t wait to be invited – see a GP.

“We hope that by hearing other women’s stories, it will reassure them and remind them why screening is so important.

“Cancer survival is at an all-time high in England thanks to a real focus on early detection – and we want hundreds of thousands more women to access screening so that any breast cancers can be spotted as early as possible to help save more lives.”  

Claire Rowney, chief executive at Breast Cancer Now, said the charity was thrilled about NHSE’s new campaign, adding: “For too long thousands of women have missed out on the vital screening that saves lives from breast cancer.”

She noted that breast cancer screening uptake tends to be lower in people ling “in more deprived areas and from certain minority ethnic communities”.

“As such, NHS England’s plans to focus especially on reaching women who are less likely to get screened and often face additional barriers to attending, is so crucial to the success of this campaign,” she stressed.

The campaign comes as a new NHS survey of 2,000 women showed that almost 40 per cent rarely or never talk about breast screening with their female friends and families, and almost a quarter of women said they wouldn’t attend if they didn’t already have symptoms like a lump.

More than a fifth also said that embarrassment at being topless in front of someone would prevent them from attending, and 18.5 per cent were concerned the screening might be painful.

'The mammogram is knowledge'

When Liz Jadav from Kennington in London turned 50, she received an appointment letter for her first breast screening.

After her appointment, she was asked to return for more tests. Although Liz had no symptoms and was otherwise fit and healthy, the results confirmed that she had breast cancer.

She was thankful that the cancer had been caught at an early stage, and to be able to start discussing treatment straight away.

Liz had been about to start a job with the Royal Shakespeare Company, so her first question after diagnosis was, “How is this going to affect my work?”

Her employer was very supportive. Liz attended the first day of rehearsals, underwent surgery to remove the cancer on the second day, and was back with the company by the end of the week.

Following the success of the surgery, Liz received radiotherapy; she will continue taking a daily pill for a few more years to reduce the risk of cancer returning, and attends yearly mammograms.

Liz said: “I think lots of women are worried about a cancer diagnosis and this puts them off from going to their screening appointment.

“But the mammogram isn’t cancer. The mammogram is knowledge.

“Without my mammogram I wouldn’t have known that I had breast cancer. I wouldn’t have been offered treatment.”

“I’d say, when you’re invited for breast screening, make the time to go to your appointment. You’ll be glad you did.”

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Nearly six pubs closed a week last year with 4,500 jobs lost amid rising costs

NEARLY six pubs were shut every week last year as they were hit by rising business costs.

In total, 289 boozers closed in 2024, resulting in 4,500 job losses.

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Nearly six pubs were shut every week last year as they were hit by rising business costs[/caption]
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The number of English and Welsh pubs fell to 45,345, from 47,613 in 2019.

Industry leaders said closures were avoidable but had been forced by crippling energy bills.

They are calling on ministers to step in when the business rates discount for hospitality businesses is slashed in April.

And with the National Insurance rise and minimum wage boost, the British Beer and Pub Association warned of an additional £650million hit.

The Sun’s Save Our Sups campaign is calling on ministers to throw a lifeline to boozers.

The BBPA’s Emma McClarkin said: “The scale of these closures is completely avoidable because pubs are doing a brisk trade.

“Consumer demand is there, however, profits are being wiped out with sky high bills and pubs are facing yet more rates and costs come April.”

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In total, 289 boozers closed in 2024, resulting in 4,500 job losses
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Businesses planning ‘most brutal round of job cuts in a decade’ after Labour’s tax rises

BUSINESSES are planning the most brutal round of job cuts in a decade to offset Labour’s tax rises, a survey reveals.

A third of employers are preparing to slash staff through redundancies or reduced hiring, while two in five say they will raise prices.

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ £25billion hike to employers’ National Insurance from April is tanking confidence, say business leaders
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The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development said Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ £25billion hike to employers’ National Insurance from April is tanking confidence.

Its analysis of more than 2,000 firms found a “sharp increase in redundancy intentions” since her October Budget.

Chief executive Peter Cheese warned: “These are the most significant downward changes in employer sentiment we’ve seen in the last ten years, outside of the pandemic.

“Employer confidence has been impacted by planned changes to employment costs, and employment indicators are heading in the wrong direction.

“Businesses have had time to digest these impending changes, with many now planning to reduce headcount, raise prices and cut investment in workforce training.”

Labour’s growth mission is also at risk, with a quarter of firms warning they will scrap plans to expand.

But Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds told Times Radio: “Stick with us, this is the right platform for the UK.”

A Federation of Small Businesses survey found firms’ confidence hit its lowest recorded point outside the pandemic in last year’s fourth quarter.

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves whose October budget has led to ‘sharp increase in redundancy intentions’[/caption]

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Shirley Ballas joins fellow stars in backing new NHS breast cancer screening initiative and urges people to get checked

STRICTLY’S Shirley Ballas today joins fellow stars in backing a new NHS breast cancer screening initiative.

Telly’s Julia Bradbury and Victoria Derbyshire will join her in writing personal letters to patients — in the first initiative of its kind.

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Shirley Ballas will join fellow stars in backing a new NHS breast cancer screening initiative
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Victoria Derbyshire at the Women in Film and Television Awards.
Victoria Derbyshire, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, has urged Brits to get screened
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It is hoped the personal touch will get more women patients to take up their first mammogram.

It came as figures showed more than four in ten turned down their first invitation, making it harder to spot cancers early on.

Some 7,500 additional breast cancers could be detected at an earlier stage, when they are more treatable.

BBC Newsnight anchor, Victoria Derbyshire, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, writes in her letter: “I’ve had breast screening multiple times.

“When I was diagnosed, I thought I wouldn’t get to see my two little boys grow up (then aged 8 and 11).

“I thought I wouldn’t get to grow old with my partner Mark.

“I’m still here thanks to the skill of the NHS – 2025 will be 10 years since I was diagnosed.

Breast screening might just help save your life. Please go.”

Women are entitled to their first screening between the ages 50 and 53, then every three years afterwards until the age of 71.

In all, 56,000 breast cancer diagnoses are given every year.

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TV’s Julia Bradbury will join them in writing personal letters to patients[/caption]

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