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City of Cape Town says law enforcement services continue to clamp down on metro’s crime

The City of Cape Town says its law enforcement services continue to clamp down on crime in the metro. Its teams have arrested 293 suspects and issued over 67,000 fines this past week. This included law enforcement advancement programme officers arresting 97 suspects for the possession of illegal drugs. Mayco Member for Safety and Security […]

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Cara Download Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Untuk Android dan iOS

Game besutan Bandai Namco yang awalnya rilis di PlayStation yaitu Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm akan rilis secara global untuk smartphone berbasis Android dan iOS. Dari pengumuman resminya, game ini akan rilis pada tanggal 25 September 2024. Ini kabar baik untuk para penggemar franchise game Naruto. Pasalnya, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm merupakan judul yang terkenal dan […]

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Doug Townson, Social Media Influencer and Celebrated Car Salesman Mocks Death Rumors

The “greatest car salesman in the world,” according to his followers on social media, Doug Townson, has stepped out to comfort admirers who have been alarmed by rumors that he has passed away. Over the weekend, Doug Townson’s obituary went viral and terrified followers when the salesman from Watson, Louisiana shared it on social media. […]

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Top 40 books every child should read before age 4 revealed – as handy tool puts together perfect reading list

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WITH MILLIONS of great stories already out there, it can be difficult to narrow it down to a select few but, by inputting a few details, this clever ‘book-u-lator’ will do the hard work for you.

It comes as the top 40 books every child should read before they’re four was revealed – including The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson, The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr, and the Michael Rosen classic – We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.

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Experts revealed the top books children should be reading by aged 4 (stock image)
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Busy Bees has created a handy reading list tool
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Busy Bees has created the tool to support parents as it marks the launch of its new curriculum, Bee Curious, which is scientifically designed to ignite a lifelong love of learning through play and storytelling.

The study of 2,000 parents with preschool aged children found The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell and Elmer by David McKee are also among the stories children should read by the time they start school.

Gill Jones MBE, group chief quality officer at Busy Bees, said: “Storytelling is crucial for children’s development, helping them to learn about the world around them and build important communication skills.

“Our expertly developed curriculum is based on the latest scientific research, with a key element being learning from stories and vocabulary, as well as other increasingly important subjects such as mathematics to help prepare young minds for school and give them the best start possible.

“We hope the tool offers those looking for inspiration some ideas for different books to read with their little ones, outside of the classics.”

Reading is clearly a part of the routine for many parents, with six in 10 reading to their child at least once a day and bedtime the most popular time for stories (46 per cent).

Four in 10 (39 per cent) parents typically read both during the day and before bed.

On average, parents spend 21 minutes reading to their child each day with nearly all of them saying they enjoy this time (97 per cent).

As many as 98 per cent think reading is important to do before children start school to support their development.

More than half (52 per cent) agreed reading to their child from a young age helps expand their vocabulary.

A further three in 10 believe it improves concentration and 25 per cent said it helps build a strong bond between parents and child.

Repetition is important for language development and almost three quarters (72 per cent) say their son or daughter has a favourite book they want to read on repeat.

While 27 per cent see the funny side of this strong preference, nearly half (49 per cent) have owned up to missing words or even skipping pages to speed up the bedtime routine.

The OnePoll.com study also found that 58 per cent of parents have a list of books they want their little one to enjoy, but 36 per cent will let their child choose which story to read.

But 35 per cent admitted they lack inspiration when it comes to choosing new books for their child, with parents’ book choices strongly influenced by the tales they read themselves when they were young (62 per cent).

While 45 per cent will go to their local library to find something new, almost a third (31 per cent) rely on their child’s nursery or childminder for advice.

Gill Jones MBE, for the childcare provider, which is searching for the nation’s best bedtime storyteller to win £1,000 and a donation of the top 40 books to a local library of their choice, added: “The results from this research show just how important storytelling is during children’s early years and beyond, with parents understanding the vital role it plays in early development.

“The new curriculum brings together 40 years of experience, global best practice and the latest scientific research on areas that lead to better life outcomes to give children a head start for school.

“All of our early years educators have been expertly trained to support children’s individual development, allowing them to provide quality, playful teaching.”

Top 40 books to read before you turn four:

  1. The Gruffalo (Julia Donaldson)
  2. The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Eric Carle)
  3. The Tiger Who Came to Tea (Judith Kerr)
  4. We’re Going on a Bear Hunt (Michael Rosen)
  5. Winnie-the-Pooh (A A Milne)
  6. The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter)
  7. Dear Zoo (Rod Campbell)
  8. Guess How Much I Love You (Sam McBratney)
  9. Room on the Broom (Julia Donaldson)
  10. Where’s Spot? (Eric Hall)
  11. I Want My Potty! (Tony Ross)
  12. Elmer (David McKee)
  13. The Rainbow Fish (Marcus Pfister)
  14. Goodnight Moon (Margaret Wise Brown)
  15. Giraffes Can’t Dance (Giles Andreae)
  16. Funnybones (Janet and Allan Ahlberg)
  17. Owl Babies (Martin Waddell)
  18. Mog the Forgetful Cat (Judith Kerr)
  19. That’s Not My Teddy (Fiona Watt)
  20. Peek-a-Who? (Nina Laden)
  21. Green Eggs and Ham (Dr Seuss)
  22. Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy (Lynley Dodd)
  23. The Jolly Postman and Other People’s Letters (Janet & Allan Ahlberg)
  24. Peace at Last (Jill Murphy)
  25. The Lion Inside (Rachel Bright)
  26. Each Peach Pear Plum (Janet and Allan Ahlberg)
  27. Where the Wild Things Are (Maurice Sendak)
  28. Oh Dear! (Rod Campbell)
  29. Elephant and the Bad Baby (Elfrida Vipoint)
  30. Orange, Pear, Apple, Bear (Emily Gravatt)
  31. Shark in the Park (Nick Sharratt)
  32. Bathtime for Little Rabbit (Jorg Muhle)
  33. Chocolate Moose for Greedy Goose (Julia Donaldson)
  34. Peepo! (Allan Ahlberg)
  35. Winne the Witch (Valerie Thomas and Korkby Paul)
  36. I Want My Hat Back (Jon Klassen)
  37. So Much (Trish Cooke)
  38. Clap Hands (Helen Oxenbury)
  39. Cars and Trucks and Things That Go (Richard Scarry)
  40. Harry the Dirty Dog (Gene Zion)

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    Premier League clubs ‘send concerns about Arsenal gamesmanship to PGMOL’ as Arteta’s side accused of ‘dark arts’

    PREMIER LEAGUE clubs have flagged concerns about Arsenal’s use of the ‘dark arts’ last season.

    And clubs might just do the same again after Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Manchester City.

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    Premier League clubs have raised concerns over Arsenal’s time-wasting to the PGMOL
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    The Gunners stand accused of employing the ‘dark arts’ during their 2-2 draw with City

    The Daily Mail reports that Arsenal’s apparent gamesmanship was the talk of the top flight last year.

    Coaching staff and analysts across the division openly and frequently discussed the ‘dark arts’ from the Gunners among themselves.

    Arsenal were on the receiving end of heavy criticism after their trip to Newcastle and Wolves in 2023 and when Brighton gained momentum in the Seagulls’ defeat last December – to name but a few.

    Mikel Arteta’s side were again accused of using delaying tactics as they aimed to hold onto their 2-1 lead in the second half at the Eithad.

    Arsenal were down to 10 men after Leandro Trossard was booked for kicking the ball away in the eighth minute of first half stoppage time.

    Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly also received a yellow card while on the touchline at 65 minutes – half-an-hour before making his Prem debut.

    The 17-year-old was cautioned after walking behind David Raya‘s goal shortly before the keeper went down with cramp ahead of goal kick.

    The Mail report cites the PGMOL revealed the midfielder was cautioned for “showing a lack of respect for the game”.

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    Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville claimed on commentary: “There is no doubt that is a tactic.”

    Several other stars went down with curious injuries such as cramp – but they were forced into working hard to stop Man City scoring.

    Arsenal retreated into a low block to frustrate the hosts.

    But sub John Stones equalised for City with almost the last kick of the game in the 98th minute.

    Tempers boiled over in the aftermath, with Erling Haaland seen arguing with Gabriel Jesus, and Bernardo Silva had plenty to infer when he said Liverpool had always faced City “head on”.

    SunSport reported this week that Arsenal have wasted the most time on average so far this season.

    The data looked at when the game stops for corners, free-kicks, goal kicks, kick-offs, penalties, drop balls and throw-ins.

    And the Gunners take an average of 33.5 seconds each time – the joint-longest in the league alongside Aston Villa.

    In a press conference on Tuesday, Arteta said: “We have already moved on and are ready to battle again.”

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    iPhone 15 Black Friday 2024: what to expect this November

    NOVEMBER might feel a little far off, but it’s the perfect time to snag a deal on Apple’s previous flagship once the Black Friday offers drop.

    If you’re thinking about an upgrade, this is your go-to guide for all those iPhone 15 Black Friday deals and we’ve rounded up what to expect below.

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    The annual Black Friday sale frenzy is the ideal time to save on Apple’s former flagship handsets

    Apple iPhone 15, £699 £681

    With Apple rolling out its shiny new iPhone 16, prices on older models, like last year’s star, the iPhone 15, are starting to drop. 

    And while Black Friday still has a few months to go, it’s the biggest sale event of the year and the perfect time to snag a great deal.

    Retailers love to cash in on the sale, slashing prices throughout November, but Apple’s usually not one of them.

    So, if you’re hoping to save on an iPhone 15, you’ll need to shop elsewhere, which is where we come in.

    We’ll be tracking the best deals as they drop, so keep reading to find out where to score big savings on the iPhone 15 this Black Friday.

    You can already pick up a modest saving on the iPhone 15 at Amazon, where it has been dropped to just £681, and expect that to drop further.

    In the meantime, we’ve taken a look back at the offers available on last year’s former flagship, the iPhone 14, to give you a taste of what’s to come this year.

    When is Black Friday 2024?

    November 29 is the date to know, but you can expect deals to land throughout the month, with the best reserved for the big day.

    The sale always falls on the day after Thanksgiving, as per the American tradition.

    But while it may have begun over in the States, Black Friday has snowballed into one of the biggest events across the world, including in the UK.

    If you’re interested in learning more, check out our guide to the meaning behind Black Friday.

    For more details on the wider sale, and what retailers to expect, head to our ‘When is Black Friday?‘ explainer.

    Is Apple taking part in Black Friday this year?

    Apple doesn’t tend to discount its tech, and the brand doesn’t join in Black Friday shenanigans.

    So third-party retailers are your best bet, and often where you’ll find the biggest discounts on Apple products during the sale period.

    The likes of Argos, Amazon, John Lewis and Currys will almost certainly have offers to jump on, as well as the mobile phone network providers.

    We’ll handle the hard work for you by updating this page with the best discounts as soon as they drop. So, keep checking back to snap a bargain.

    What to expect from the iPhone 15 Black Friday sale 2024

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    We’re anticipating great deals on the iPhone 15 this Black Friday

    Apple iPhone 15, £699 £681

    Last year, there were dozens upon dozens of deals on the iPhone 14 for Black Friday across different retailers: be it SIM-free discounts or pay monthly offers.

    We’re expecting a similar story for the iPhone 15 this year, which remains an impressive choice that stands up to the newer iPhone 16 series.

    When it comes to Apple we can count on the latest all-singing Apple handset released in September to knock prices down on older models.

    So if you’re not fussed about having the absolute latest features, then it’s a great time to pick up a bargain on the iPhone 15, which will continue to be supported by Apple until at least 2028.

    What was in the iPhone 14 sale last year?

    In 2023, we saw a bunch of amazing deals on Apple’s iPhone 14, and things will likely follow a similar blueprint for the iPhone 15 this year.

    For a taste of what you can expect on SIM-free and pay-monthly deals across the retailers, here are a few of our favourite deals from last year:

    SIM-free

    • Apple iPhone 14, £649 (was £699) from Amazon – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14, £699 (was £764) from Argos – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14 Plus, £749 (was £864) from Very – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14 Plus, £749 (was £799) from Amazon – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14 Plus (renewed), £639.97 (was £799) from Amazon – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14 Pro (renewed), £698.96 (was £1,039) from Amazon – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14 Pro (renewed), £879.98 (was £898.99) from Amazon – buy here

    Pay monthly

    • Apple iPhone 14, 250GB data, £29.99pm, £9 upfront from Mobiles.co.uk – buy here
    • Apple iPhone 14, Unlimited data, £40pm, £0 upfront from Mobiles.co.ukbuy here

    When is Cyber Monday 2024 and is Apple taking part?

    Cyber Monday comes three days after Black Friday, falling on Monday, December 2.

    Back when Black Friday was a bigger brick-and-mortar event, Cyber Monday had been reserved for an exclusive online-only event.

    These days things have moved on and the day is more of an extension to the month-long event, with pretty similar deals across the board.

    That’s not to say there are no surprises, but where iPhones are concerned, the deals will only last as long as the stock does, so with hot ticket items like this, it pays to snag them early.

    To learn more about the last shopping event on the calendar, head to our when is Cyber Monday? explainer.

    How much does Apple’s shipping cost?

    Apple offers free standard shipping for all online orders in the UK. Typically, standard delivery takes about 1-3 business days.

    That said if you’re shopping for a bargain, you likely won’t be shopping there. So the shipping costs will vary from retailer to retailer.

    To avoid any surprises, check your chosen retailer’s shipping costs prior to checking out.

    Does Apple offer any other discounts?

    If you are shopping with Apple directly, there are a few types of discounts offered.

    First are its education discounts for students, teachers, and educational staff, available through its education store.

    This typically includes savings on Macs, iPads and accessories, along with free Apple Music subscriptions and discounts on AppleCare.

    There’s also a trade-in programme which allows you to trade in eligible devices for credit towards a new purchase or an Apple Store Gift Card.

    Plus you can check out the certified refurbished products page, which features discounted items that have been tested and come with a full warranty – often making them a cost-effective option.

    Apple iPhone 15, £699 £681

    Which retailers have the best Black Friday iPhone 15 deals in the UK?

    Seeing as Apple is one of the most well-known brands worldwide, all major network providers in the UK will be selling the smartphone.

    If, on the other hand, you’re just looking for the device without a SIM, you can also expect to find it on major retailer sites.

    If you want to land yourself the best deal possible, ensure you have a look at more than one site

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