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Absence Of CID Lozikeyi Unit At Detective Cassandra Hove’s Funeral Raises Eyebrows Amid Claims She Was Shot By Police

Shock As CID Lozikeyi Unit Skips Detective Hove’s Funeral Amid Controversy There was shock and outrage at the funeral service of Detective Constable Cassandra Hove in Bulawayo, as no member of the elite all-female Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Lozikeyi Unit attended. This came amid allegations that Hove was shot by a fellow police officer and […]

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Several People Feared Dead After Bandama Dam Collapsed in Chipinge

Several people are feared to be dead after the collapse of the Bandama bridge in Chipinge on Sunday. While the exact number of casualties remains uncertain, Chipinge Ward 10 Councillor Pearson Sithole confirmed to state media that three bodies have been recovered so far. Tragically, three children are still missing, adding to the heartbreak of […]

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NO POS Machine, NO Business Licence: Zimbabwe Cracks Down on Informal Businesses

No POS Machine, No Operating Licence: Zimbabwe’s Government Warns Businesses Zimbabwe’s government has issued a stern warning to businesses: no POS machine, no operating licence. As part of a nationwide push to formalise the informal sector, authorities have made it mandatory for businesses to have functional point-of-sale (POS) machines and registered bank accounts to qualify […]

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Everyone assumes we live like monkeys just because I’m a mum-of-10 kids aged 1 to 16 – I’m so sick of the stigma

A MUM-OF-10 has insisted she hates the “stigma” that comes with having a large family.

Vanessa regularly posts about her busy home life on her social media pages, and has recently been sharing videos of herself prepping dinner for her brood.

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Vanessa, who has 10 kids, took to TikTok to admit she’s sick of the “stigma” surrounding large families
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She was responding to someone who had complimented her ‘nice’ kitchen[/caption]

In a comment on one such video, a viewer wrote: “Your kitchen is so nice considering you have 10 kids”.

And Vanessa – mum to kids who are 16, 15, nearly 14, 13, 8, 8, 7, 4, 3 and 22 months – decided to reply in another clip, as she said: “I’m sure this wasn’t meant as a backhanded compliment but it really is.

“No hate to this woman at all, but large families or people with lots of kids just have such a bad stigma attached to them.”

Vanessa explained that whenever she mentions she has a large family, there’s an “automatic low-level thought process” that happens.

“I mean I prefer to spend more time in my kitchen than the average person,” she continued.

“So why not? Why wouldn’t I have a nice kitchen?

“My children aren’t monkeys that hang off the units or climb up the side sometimes to reach something.

“Do you know what I mean?”

She continued to say that when she’s filmed TikToks before, people have commented on how “quiet” her house is.

“People were like, ‘Oh your house is quiet considering you’ve got ten kids’,” she said.

“Like, it’s not crazy all the time!

“And that’s why I’m on TikTok – to break the stigma of large families really.

“Every little helps!”

Vanessa added in the video caption: “I know the comment isn’t meant with any malice but people always naturally have such a low opinion of large families – it’s sad.”

Tips for feeding your family for less

PREPARING tasty meals for a family doesn’t have to be expensive.

Clinical Nutritionist, Suzie Sawyer from Feel Alive UK, has shared how you can cut costs and feed a family of four for just £20 a week.

She advised: “It’s always best to plan meals for the week ahead, whether you’re on a budget, cooking for a hungry family or just looking after yourself. 

“However, it’s essential if you’re feeding a family of four on a budget of £20 per week – that’s just £2.85 per day! While it might take a little more planning, it can definitely be achieved.”

LOOK FOR ‘UGLY’ FRUIT AND VEG: Suzie says Morrisons is a great place to start. 

She says: “The supermarket chain, Morrisons, in particular have launched a range of ugly fruit and vegetables and also ‘wonky’ fruit. 

“We have all come to expect perfect specimens in the supermarket, therefore the less attractive ones get left on the shelf. 

“However, they are still packed with essential nutrients and are considerably cheaper in price.”

BUY SUPERMARKET BUDGET BRANDS: A simple yet effective way to feed a family of four on a budget, advises Suzie, is to buy supermarkets’ own budget brands.

She says: “Buy supermarket budget brands – they will generally contain the same levels of nutrients, although they may not taste quite as good. 

“However, that could often be down to more sugar, salt or artificial flavours so they might even end up being healthier!”

BATCH COOK: Nutritionist Susie says shoppers should cook in bulk if they’re trying to feed a family of four on a budget. 

“Cooking in bulk is a great way of saving money,” explains Suzie.

“For example, a lentil spaghetti bolognaise can be batch cooked and frozen. Many dishes, especially curries, actually taste better after freezing.”

CLEVER SHOPPING: Suzie says there can be a vast difference in price in differing supermarkets – but Morrisons is famous for its low prices. 

She says: “There can be a vast difference in price between the big chains so do price match. 

“Plus, it’s worth remembering that small corner shops are always going to be much more expensive. 

“And there will always be a price benefit from buying in bulk with larger quantities.”

BUY DRIED VERSIONS RATHER THAN TINNED: The nutritionist says buying dried versions of items like beans and lentils – rather than tined – are great family food staples that come within a £20 budget.

Plus – Morrisons have a great range available in all their stores.

Suzie says: “Buy dried versions rather than tinned – I’m talking beans and lentils, which are great sources of protein.

“Buy them in bulk and soak them before using as per their instructions on the pack. Plus, you’ll not be eating salt and sugar generally added to canned food.”

BUY FRUIT AND VEGETABLES LOOSE: Suzie also recommends shoppers feeding a family of four for £20 a week by their fruit and vegetables loose. 

She says: “It’s a great idea to check the per kilogram price on foods so you can buy the cheapest but these will generally be lower on loose fruits and veggies, rather than those pre-packaged. 

“Plus, you don’t need to buy fruits and vegetables ready chopped (they’ll have lost nutrients in any case), cheese ready-grated or other produce pre-prepared.”

The clinical nutritionist also added that it’s important to note that it’s not easy to get all the nutrients the body needs on a daily basis, (bearing in mind there are 45), particularly on a tight budget. 

And one person in the comments section wrote: “I get all the comments like this!

“You look so good/young/sane ‘considering’ you have 7 kids!

“So if I didn’t have 7 I must look rubbish/old/crazy etc!”

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Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards: Date, start time, TV channel and undercard

THREE Bantamweight titles are up for grabs as Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards go head-to-head on Saturday night!

Cain will be fighting in his hometown of Liverpool and will be defending his WBC International Silver Bantamweight belt – but that’s not the only title on the line.

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Charlie Edwards is back in action on the undercard of Nick Ball vs TJ DOheny

The 28-year-old star will also be defending his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles against Charlie Edwards.

Cain defeated Lazaro Casseres by TKO in the second round in his last fight.

He faces Charlie Edwards, 31, who has not lost a professional bout since 2016.

Edwards was victorious against Thomas Essomba by unanimous decision as he looks to continue his rebuild towards another world title tilt.

The bout is set as the co-main event of the fight card which is known as ‘Hard Days Night’.

The Liverpool card also features a massive world title fight between Nick Ball and TJ Doheny as the main event.

When is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards

  • The Fight is live from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.
  • The card is set to start at 7pm GMT.
  • The ring walk for Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards is scheduled for approximately 9pm GMT.

What TV channel is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards on and can it be streamed?

  • Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+.
  • Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fight.
  • Alternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.

Full card

  • Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight title
  • Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titles
  • Brad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight title
  • Jadier Herrera vs Jose Enriquez
  • Jack Turner vs Ryan Farrag
  • Boma Brown vs Cristian Uwaka
  • Jack Power vs Jose Aguirre
  • Stephen Clarke vs Dmitri Protkunas
  • William Birchall vs Engel Gomez
  • Lucas Biswana vs Ezequiel Gregores
  • Lewis Lawton vs Artjom Spatar
  • Leighton Birchall vs Laszlo Bernath

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