THE family of a missing woman last seen at Notting Hill Carnival fear she’s been kidnapped.
Patricia Araujo, from Ashford, Kent, travelled to London at the weekend for the event.
But she last contacted relatives on Sunday morning.
Her loved ones say the 26-year-old’s disappearance is “very out of character” and are pleading for her to make contact.
ASOS is set to announce a big change to its return policy, following several shops introducing fees.
More and more, retailers are introducing unpopular fees to return online orders.
The latest clothes retailer was PrettyLittleThing, which implemented a charge of £1.99 per item returned.
The fast fashion retailer also said it would ban some customer accounts if they made too many returns.
It seems a similar change may be afoot for huge online marketplace ASOS.
The company sent out a cryptic email to account holders over the weekend which alluded to a possible change to the returns rules.
The online fashion giant sent an email to both premier and non-premier members over the weekend, explaining it would be making changes to its fair use policy concerning returns “in the next couple of weeks”.
It said the new policy would apply to a “small group of customers”, but did not give any more details.
The cryptic email has sparked speculation that ASOS may be amending its free returns policy in the UK after rolling out a similar strategy in the US last year.
That policy sees customers charged a $4.99 fee for returns when they are deemed to “constantly take actions that make providing them with free returns unsustainable”.
The Sun has asked ASOS for further details of the policy change.
Rival brands have one by one introduced similar policies and started charging customers for returns after seeing a rise in large-scale takebacks.
Below we reveal the full list.
PrettyLittleThing (PLT) started charging all customers for returns in June.
The fashion brand, owned by Boohoo, introduced a £1.99 fee on June 3.
The charge is deducted from a shopper’s full refund amount.
PrettyLittleThing fans who are members of its PLT Royalty programme can’t avoid the charge either.
PLT Royalty costs £9.99 a year and gives members free unlimited delivery on all items.
In February, River Island angered customers by introducing a £2 charge to return items ordered online.
The charge will be deducted from the total amount refunded after the customer has posted back the items.
River Island says items must be returned within 28 days of delivery and should be clean, unworn and with tags still attached.
Angry customers have railed against the change and even vowed to stop shopping there.
THE SUN’S Head of Consumer, Tara Evans, explains your return rights:
YOUR right to return items depends on where you purchased it and why you want to return it.
If you bought an item online then you are covered by the Consumer Contracts Regulations, which means you can cancel an item 14 days from when you receive it.
You then have a further 14 days to return the item, once you’ve notified the retailer that you want to return it.
If an item is faulty – regardless of how you bought it – you are legally able to return it and get a full refund within 30 days of receiving it.
Most retailers have their own returns policies, offering an exchange, refund or credit.
Shops don’t have to have these policies by law, but if they do have one then they should stick to it.
H&M brought in a £1.99 fee in September last year.
The huge Swedish-owned retailer updated its policy on its website.
Shoppers returning parcels bought online via courier are now charged, with the cost coming out of their refund.
Those who are H&M members, which is free to sign up for, still get to return their hauls for free though.
On the H&M website, it says: “There is a £1.99 return fee per return parcel to store or online for non-members which will be deducted from your refund.”
It goes on to say that shoppers won’t be charged the fee if the item they’re bringing back is faulty or incorrect.
Boohoo also introduced a £1.99 charge for returns after previously offering them for free.
The large online retailer updated its policy on its website.
It states: “Please note a returns charge of £1.99 per parcel will be deducted from your refund amount.
“Returns are FREE for premier customers.”
A Boohoo spokesperson said at the time that the change had come with the cost of shipping increasing.
They added the decision was made so the company can “continue to offer great prices and products and do this in a more sustainable way”.
Boohoo’s policy applies to shoppers using gift cards, store credit or vouchers as well.
Boohoo’s website states: “If you paid for your order with a gift card, store credit or a voucher, a replacement to the value of the refund will be issued minus the cost of £1.99 for returning the item to us.”
In May 2022, high-street retailer Zara started charging customers £1.95 for returns.
Shoppers are being charged £1.95 to send back items, with the fee deducted from their refund.
However, customers can still return items purchased online to a Zara store free of charge, as long as they have the matching e-receipt and it’s within 30 days from the date of shipment.
A spokesperson for Zara said previously: “Customers can return online purchases at any Zara store in the UK free of charge, which is what most customers choose to do.
“The £1.95 fee only applies to the return of products at third-party drop-off points.”
Back in 2023, New Look announced it was trialling a £1.99 return fee for online orders to offset any possible price rises.
The fee applies to postal returns only, with in-store returns for online orders to continue being free.
In a statement at the time, a New Look spokesperson said: “New Look has taken the decision to trial a £1.99 fee for postal returns.
“This is in line with the wider industry and reflects increased costs related to delivery and collection. Customers are still able to return their online orders to our stores free of charge.”
Plus in December 2023, Debenhams left shoppers feeling “cheated” after introducing a charge for returning online goods.
The new £1.99 fee came amid fears shoppers have been abusing free returns by ordering items, wearing them briefly and then sending them back.
The Debenhams website now says shoppers must pay £1.99 for every parcel returned.
Angry shoppers moaned on social media, with one saying: “Since when did Debenhams charge for returns??
“Should’ve been clear before placing an order #debenhams.”
Customers with Unlimited membership – which costs £9.50 a year – get unlimited returns and deliveries with no additional charges.
Next brought in the change at the start of 2023 and now charges customers £2.50 per item that is returned.
Customers can save money on deliveries and returns by opting for an annual subscription, which costs £22.50 a year.
You can return any items to one of the retailer’s more than 450 stores without charge.
Previously, you could also get courier returns included for free as well, but the retailer has now ditched them.
Meanwhile, it’s not just clothing retailers who are charging for returns, we’ve rounded up all the retailers including Amazon and Ikea.
Plus, these are the best and worst shops for delivery fees revealed as we investigate “confusing and complex” charges.
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Actress and comedian Ellie Taylor has revealed a recent hospital dash after suffering a painful leg injury while racing up a ramp.
While many assumed it might have been caused by her filming for the forthcoming series of the Celebrity Gladiators special, she was quick to point out an ironic turn of events.
Taking to her Instagram account last night she posted a picture of her with her leg in a protective orthopaedic boot.
Captioning the image she said: “A brutal, physically arduous day filming Celebrity Gladiators = no probs. 30 mins in a soft play with my daughter = visit to Urgent Care.”
She then revealed the unfortunate event: “Nothing like trying to show off in front of some children to bring you back down to earth with a bump.”
“Or a pop, which is what my calf muscle did as I heroically raced up a treacherous 3ft ramp.”
With the irony not lost on her followers, many were quick to offer support, with one saying; “You still look beautiful and giving off that gorgeous smile. Hope you’re ok.”
Another said: “Sending positive thoughts for a speedy recovery. You make it look good!”
Others said they hoped all of her filming for the forthcoming series was completed, given her injury.
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MANCHESTER UNITED fans have claimed the club is “finished” after Sofyan Amrabat finalised his move to Fenerbahce.
The former Red Devils has joined the Turkish outfit Fiorentina on a loan deal.
Amrabat, 28, was in the final year of his deal in Italy and will now link up with a number of ex-Man United members.
He will be managed by Jose Mourinho, who led the Old Trafford side between 2016 and 2018.
The midfielder will also be team-mates with Fred, who played for the club for five seasons before leaving in 2023.
The transfer has left Man United fans fearing for the club’s chances in the Europa League.
Erik ten Hag‘s side were drawn against Fenerbahce, having qualified for the competition by winning last season’s FA Cup.
Supporters are now expecting the worst for when the two clubs meet in the tournament’s league phase.
One posted: “That smile is like ‘I’ll see you soon Manchester United‘. We’re finished.”
A second wrote: “Mourinho will develop him very well.”
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A third commented: “Fred, Amrabat and Jose Mourinho vs Manchester United in the Europa, I know how this is going to end.”
A fourth said: “Amrabat master class Against Man Utd would be crazy.”
A fifth feared: “You’re telling me Amrabat and Mourinho will face United.”
Another added: “Man United are getting cooked in the Europa.”
Man United also face Rangers in the competition at Old Trafford.
The club’s remaining fixtures will see them travel to Porto, Viktoria Plzen and Twente, as well as hosting PAOK, Bodo/Glimtand FCSB.
Meanwhile, Man United are expected to announce the signing of Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain today.
The midfielder will become the club’s fifth signing of the summer.
He follows Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraouri into Old Trafford.
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CHELSEA’S Victor Osimhen pursuit could be back on with Al-Ahli fuming at Napoli.
The Saudi Pro League outfit agreed a deal worth around £67million to sign the Nigerian striker, 25.
But Sky Sports are reporting that Napoli raised their asking price overnight – with angry Al-Ahli chiefs refusing to budge.
The Saudi outfit are also working on a deal for Brentford’s Ivan Toney and cannot sign both.
That would clear the way for Chelsea to try and land Osimhen.
The hotshot’s staggering £500,000-a-week demands are likely to prove a huge stumbling block, however.
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has introduced a wage structure, relying on long-term deals with smaller salaries to tempt stars into moves.
And The Athletic claim Stamford Bridge chiefs are waiting to see if Osimhen, who is keen on a London switch, will agree an incentive-based package.
Chelsea have drawn up a three-man shortlist as Enzo Maresca looks to add more firepower before the window slams shut,
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is in the last year of his contract and with no sign of him agreeing a new deal, would be difficult for Everton to hold onto.
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Chelsea reportedly remain in talks to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli, with time running out for the Blues to complete a deal.
Meanwhile, Ivan Toney is expected to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, according to reports.
Elsewhere, Newcastle are set to walk away from their long-running pursuit of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi.
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He could be available for £20m – half the current value of Brentford’s England front man Toney.
Another player on Chelsea’s radar is Brighton’s Evan Ferguson.
Finally, the Blues could consider a late return for Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran.
The hitman held talks with Blues chiefs earlier this summer.
He then looked set for a move to West Ham but remains at Villa Park.
Duran apologised to Villa fans after scoring a late winner against the Hammers.
The strike came weeks after he teased a move to the London Stadium by performing an Irons gesture.
PREMIER LEAGUE legend Jamie Carragher let rip at Chelsea's transfer market activity, going on an epic rant about the west Londoners…
He told Sky Sports: “Chelsea have just got to stop buying players and players have got to stop signing for Chelsea.
“If I was a player and look at Chelsea, why would you sign?
“The only reason you’d sign is because someone might say – your agent might say – ‘We’re getting a seven-year deal’.
“You know what I’d say? ‘Back yourself as a player, sign a four-year deal at a proper club and back yourself to do well’.
“And then when you’re due for renewal your money goes up anyway.
“I don’t understand why you’d sign a seven-year deal. Back yourself.”
He continued: “All players need competition. But every team I played in there were seven or eight players who knew they were playing every week.
“Then you’ve got six or seven players who are fighting for three positions, and then you’ve got another six players who know they are squad players.”
And of the Blues’ swollen array of talent, Carragher asked: “Where are they going to fit in the changing room?
“How are you going to put on a training session.”
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CORONATION Street star Saira Choudhry has married her fiance 25 years after they first met.
The actress, who played reporter Naila Badil on the ITV soap from 2013 until 2019, tied the knot to long-term boyfriend Marcus Jackson in romantic ceremony in Crete.
The soap star, 42, looked stunning a white off-the-shoulder bridal gown with button detail along the back.
Saira wore her hair in a half updo with a bow and finished her look with flawless makeup.
She was joined by her friends and family as she walked down the aisle in front of a stunning mountain and sea view.
The couple partied into the early hours at a stunning outdoor venue.
Saira got engaged back in 2022 after businessman Marcus got down on one knee.
Sharing a picture of them together outside Edinburgh Castle, the soap actress wrote: “I said yesss. Mrs Jackson it is then. Love you. Met you 23 years ago.
“Who knew our journey would lead us here. Here’s to our next chapter.”
Saira’s followers – including some of her former Hollyoaks co-stars – were quick to congratulate her on the news.
Sarah Lawrence, who played Darlene on the show, wrote: “You deserve all the happiness in the world my girl.”
While another commented: “Congratulations. Awesome news for NYE.”
The couple are seeing in the New Year in Scotland with pals and now plan to party the night away as they celebrate their news.
The actress is best known for playing reporter Naila on Corrie.
Before that, she played troubled schoolgirl Anita Roy in Hollyoaks for four years between 2008 – 2012.
Saira has also appeared in a string of other TV roles including Cold Feet, Life and No Offence. She also currently stars in CBBC series Dodger.
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