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Who Will Contest Super Bowl LVII?

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Who Will Contest Super Bowl LVII?
Who Will Contest Super Bowl LVII?

Although such things are open to debate and conjecture, there is a feeling that the 2022-23 NFL season could be the most unpredictable in years.

Neither of last year’s Super Bowl protagonists, Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals, are particularly fancied to repeat their heroics, and it does feel as though there is a chasm waiting to be filled in both the AFC and NFC conferences.

The sportsbooks tend to be on the money with their NFL odds, and to that end the analysts are suggesting that it will be either the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+700) or the Green Bay Packers (+1000) that are the most likely Super Bowl champions from the NFC, while the Buffalo Bills (+650) and the Kansas City Chiefs (+900) are predicted to lead the way for the AFC.

One associated betting market that is of interest is in forecasting which two teams will contest Super Bowl LVII in Arizona on February 12, 2023, and in that spirit here’s some insight and analysis that may well bear fruit in the near future.

Beatable Bills?

It’s not rocket science that if you combine a successful offense with a watertight defense, you will do rather well in football.

The Bills had both of those elements down to a fine art in 2021-22, and will have been devastated to lose to the Chiefs in the AFC divisional playoffs.

The loss of offensive coordinator Brian Daboll could also hit hard, and the Bills’ relative lack of big-game experience – they haven’t won the AFC Conference in 30 years – suggests they can be taken on as the betting market favorites.

Message Received for Green Bay

Any team with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback has a chance of being successful.

But he still needs quality targets to make the most of his passing variety, and it has to be said that Green Bay – as far as potential Super Bowl combatants are concerned – are a little light in this area.

Wide receiver Davante Adams has headed for the bright lights of Las Vegas, and that’s 1,550 yards and eleven touchdowns from the 2021 regular season that the Packers will need to make up for – with limited quality waiting in the wings, it has to be said.

Defensively strong, it seems doubtful that Green Bay have the offensive class to go all the way to the Super Bowl.

Expect the Unexpected

The other fancied franchise in the AFC, Kansas City Chiefs, have lost their own star receiver – Tyreek Hill hitting the road to join the Miami Dolphins.

Opportunity knocks then, and it may well be an outfit like the Baltimore Ravens that comes calling. Their 2021 campaign was waylaid by injuries, but the rollcall of players fit to start this term – Marcus Peters, J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards, Ronnie Stanley, Tyus Bowser and more – suggests improvement is likely.

Lamar Jackson and All-Pro ace Mark Andrews add star quality, and with a solid draft the Ravens could yet surprise plenty in the AFC.

And that could lead them to a Super Bowl LVII date with Tampa Bay, who still look the strongest side in the NFC. That would be a meeting that can be backed at odds of +4000 with the sportsbooks, and both teams would surely offer bettors an excellent run for their money.

Saudi Arabia to build a 75 mile long skyscraper

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Saudi Arabia to build a 75 mile long skyscraper
Saudi Arabia to build a 75 mile long skyscraper

The 75 mile long skyscraper will have mirror sides that will traverse the desert, mountains and cut all the way to the coast.

This wonderful 75 mile long skyscraper mirror building will cost up to a trillion dollars with a capacity of five million people. The building will be ready by 2030 and will be carbon neutral.

What 75 mile long skyscraper will offer?

Reports say that inside, there will be floating trees, a high-speed train, stadiums, marinas for boats and many other amenities.

This sounds like something out of a science fiction movie.

After hearing about this, Stephen King ran into the writers room of Black Mirror and they haven’t slept in 5 days because they are furiously writing the next black mirror episode.

Many don’t know this but architecture was once an Olympic sport. Saudi Arabia would win this competition.

Lorraine fisher – 34

What is a skyscraper?

Imhotep, born in 2650 BC, has the title of being the first recorded architect. He would have definitely been one of the judges at the architect Olympics.

A skyscraper essentially erases the sky by sticking out and blocking it. It’s essentially scraping the sky.

How much 75 mile long skyscraper will cost?

An average skyscraper weighs approximately 222,500 tons and can range from $150 Million to $1Billion to build it. This building will be $1 Trillion.

If King Kong or The Avengers destroy it, then it’s not going to be a great outcome for them to say the least.

Concerns & Questions:

There are many questions concerning the design such as:

“Aren’t birds going to crash into the mirrors?”

“What if I come home drunk and I don’t know what side of the mirror I’m supposed to be on?”

“Wouldn’t the billionaires be inside while the rest of us would be outside?”

“Wouldn’t the sun reflect on the mirror and burn everything around it? It’s in the middle of the desert after all.”

Suffolk to help Saudi Arabia:

Saudi officials consulted with a special architect for this mighty 75 mile long skyscraper.

Suffolk architect Mr. Walsh said he will do the project under one condition: it will be made from Legos and cotton candy for the insulation.

This is the only way the building will be carbon neutral.

Saudi officials thought this was a ridiculous idea but eventually agreed.

Mr. Walsh comes from a long generation of architects.

His father helped build many football stadiums in the UK and Europe.

Going back in his family tree, his other relatives helped build the pyramids, the Eiffel tower, and the skyscrapers in the city of Atlantis

He is the perfect person to help build the mirror line.

Selfridges offering premium sex and sleep at corner shops

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Selfridges offering premium sex and sleep at corner shops
Selfridges offering premium sex and sleep at corner shops

Selfridges a chain of high-end department stores in the UK is now offering sex and sleep at local corner shops.

Selfridges & Co has a consumer rating of 1.28 out of 5 indicating that customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases, particularly with customer service. I’m sure their ratings are going to climax higher than the sexy sex that is allegedly going on.

What is Selfridges sex and sleep?

Selfridges is not offering any sex service. They are offering different ways to optimise your sex and sleep through unique, one of a kind, patented products.

The police station heard about this, so they decided to send an undercover cop to see what kind of services they are really offering.

Hugh Dennett, Crime Correspondent went undercover to see what was going on.

Purpose behind Selfridges sex and sleep:

The agent documented everything with his sunglasses on which had a small camera built in. After a brilliant investigation he brought the footage back to the station and all the police officers wanted a copy of it.

Officer wanted to find a way where he could last 8 hours in bed and only need 3 hours of sleep all while gaining height, gaining muscle and losing fat at the same time.

They gave him some CBD.

The staff said, “This special matcha CBD infused solution will cure all your ailments.”

Dennett responded with, “It didn’t cure anything, it only gave me the runs for 3 weeks straight. Now I can’t see out of my left eye.”

Conclusion:

If any departmental store is going to offer sex, it would be Victoria Secret’s. But they don’t.

Or maybe that’s been their secret this whole time, that they do offer it , you just have to give them the passcode.

I’ll give you a hint, it rhymes with “Clorainne, Sniffer, 34.”

Selfridges won the 2020 ‘Retailer of the Year’ title at the Positive Luxury Awards.

I guess they won’t be getting another trophy in 2023 after Hugh Dennett’s honest review.

Undercover squirrel breaks into Norwich BnQ

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Undercover squirrel breaks into Norwich BnQ
squirrel breaks into Norwich BnQ
Norwich B&Q

Apparently, a “not so” highly intelligent squirrel was caught stealing food inside a BnQ Norwich store for the ultimate heist.

How nuts is that?

It happened on a saturday night when a burglar alarm was triggered which called out Norwich police to the crime scene at Norwich BnQ.

The first question the officer asked was “How many nuts can a squirrel fit in his mouth?”

I guess this is the equivalent of a human robber having a big bag with a dollar sign on it.

The squirrel was photographed near a barbecue grill at Norwich BnQ before it successfully fled the scene of the crime.

Did he at least wear a black mask to hide his identity? Well according to the footage, he didn’t wear anything to conceal his identity.

Want to know what’s even more nutty?

It turns out that the Norwich BnQ thief was the ex star of the Alvin and the Chipmunks successful film franchise.

He was currently not working on any films due to his addiction of stealing nuts and other crime related endeavours.

His agent and manager Mr Walshe, 39, fired him due to his destructive habits.

Walsh said,

“I believe all this Hollywood success got to his head. He is paranoid of the alleged nut shortage that will come”.

Alvin now lives a life of crime stealing from other chipmunks and breaking into DIY stores for supplies.

Alvin stated,

“I am preparing for the nut shortage that will inevitably happen. Inflation prices are out of control which will affect the supply chain. I need to support my family. If it means I have to steal, then so be it.”

Findings:

Some species of squirrels can fly which is why they were never able to capture Alvin.

His ability to fly away is unmatched for killer police drones.

Alvin is still on the loose. There is a bounty on alvin.

Whoever finds and captures him will be rewarded 88 nuts, a lifetime supply of peanut butter, and the ultimate cure for peanut allergies, all tax free.

Be advised that he lies, he might be flying over your very own eyes.

The best games of the 2022 Women’s Euros

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The best games of the 2022 Women’s Euros
The best games of the 2022 Women's Euros

With the curtain closed on another summer of women’s international football, attention turns back towards the men’s World Cup, but not before the recent tournament, which saw the Lionesses win their first major trophy under Sarina Wiegman, gets some recognition. It was an exciting month of action in England, with a range of stadia and crowds from across the continent coming together to continue breaking down barriers for the sport.

There was plenty of drama across the competition, culminating with the showpiece event at Wembley, where a sell-out crowd packed into the capital — a refreshing sight considering the tournament had been postponed a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. With thousands in attendance throughout the month-long festival of football and lots to unpack when placing a summer football accumulator, let’s take a look at some of the most entertaining games from across the Women’s Euros.

France 5-1 Italy

The Women’s Euros is renowned for it’s high-scoring games, and this year was no exception as we saw an abundance of goals in the group stages. England might have thrashed Norway 8-0 but the highlight was France, who led Italy 5-0 before half-time in a game many thought could have ended in double figures! The Azzuri pulled a consolation goal back but France laid down a marker here and went on to reach the semi-finals.

Germany 4-0 Denmark

While the Germans might have fallen short in their quest for another European title, their group stage game with Denmark, a rematch of their quarter-final in the 2017 tournament, ended with a 4-0 thrashing which served to remind fans how they were once the dominant force in the women’s game.

The Danes might have caused an upset in Rotterdam, ending Germany’s 23-year unbeaten run, but Martina Voss-Tecklenburg’s side were emphatic this time around, putting the Scandinavians to the sword at the Brentford Community Stadium. 

Netherlands 3-2 Portugal

Former holders the Netherlands caused something of an upset when they lifted the trophy on home soil five years ago, perhaps simply down to the stranglehold Germany had on the competition. But their defence got off to a great start when they went 2-0 up against Portugal in the group stage after 16 minutes. However, Francisco Neto’s side battled valiantly to draw level two minutes into the second half. Despite piling on the pressure, the Dutch caught them on the break, with Danielle van de Donk’s goal on the hour mark enough to secure three points with a well-timed header.

England 1-1 Germany (2-1 AET)

The moment that could potentially change the course of women’s football in England, Chloe Kelly’s scrappy goal was hardly the winner she would have dreamt of scoring along Wembley Way as a girl, but the Lionesses will always remember her name after she sent the capital into delirium in extra time to put her side ahead against Germany.

England had initially taken the lead through Ella Toone but the Germans equalised with a well-timed run and finish from Bayern Munich’s Lina Magull. Wiegman remained composed in the dugout and the second the ball found the back of the net in the 110th minute you knew the trophy was bound for the Trafalgar Square parade, as captain Leah Williamson hoisted it in the air in front of 87,000.

Changes to make around the home to cut your utility bills

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Changes to make around the home to cut your utility bills

With the current cost of living crisis and the looming energy crisis that will be bearing down come winter, many people are rightly worried about paying their bills this year. But as costs soar, everyday people are wanting to know what they can do to cut the size of their bills and be more efficient at home.

Which is why we’ve put together a few tips you can use to get a jump on your utility bills this year, of course none of these will be ‘do-it-all’ solutions, but they should hopefully slim your utility bills down a bit, so you’re not feeling so hard hit.

Insulate Your Home To Keep Warmth In

When you think of high utility bills, your mind probably jumps straight to your heating bill, they’re often the most expensive utility bill we have and this year, the price of heating has increased at a scary rate. The best way to cut your utility bill is to insulate your home, this will mean that your home holds heat in more efficiently, which will allow you to use your heating less to stay warm.

Depending on your budget, there are a few things you can do. With a big budget you could fully insulate the walls in your home, or swap old windows out for more efficient double glazing, but unfortunately these are expensive projects. So, if you’re on a tight budget, doing things like installing thermal blinds on your windows, blocking off draughts and keeping internal doors closed will help improve how well your home retains heat.

Be Smarter When Cleaning With Appliances

Appliances like dishwashers and washing machines are incredibly convenient for day to day life, they take chores that no-one really enjoys and does them automatically. But one downside in using these cleaning appliances daily is that they aren’t incredibly efficient when it comes to water use and energy spent heating the water.

No-one is saying that you should wash all of your clothes by hand, or wash up by hand every day, but if costs are starting to squeeze you, being a bit smarter with your usage can help you. Firstly, for both dishwashers & washing machines, avoid doing ‘half-loads’ as you’ll use more water & energy than needed; also, when using your washing machine, run it on a lower temperature, a wash at 30°c will be cheaper and just as effective as washing at 50°c most of the time.

Use Smart Tech To Avoid ‘Stand-By’ Power Usage

Did you know, that even when you turn some electronic appliances like TVs, computers and games consoles, they will still use your electricity, even though you’ve turned them off? While one device using electricity on standby isn’t a big issue, if you have multiple appliances secretly stealing energy from you, it can be a problem.

There’s an easy solution and an easy techy solution to this problem. The easy solution is to unplug your devices from the wall when you’re finished using them, this will stop them silently siphoning your electricity, but can be a bit of a pain when plugs are hidden behind furniture.

The easy techie solution, is to install ‘smart plugs’ in your home, these plugs can be fully turned off remotely when you’re not using your devices, meaning you can avoid wasted electricity without having to pull your TV unit away from the wall every time you want to turn it off.

The best holiday homes for a budget-friendly family getaway

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The best holiday homes for a budget-friendly family getaway

Have you ever dreamt of escaping your day-to-day life whenever you like, and visit your home-away-from-home for a well-needed rest?

Or perhaps to have somewhere luxurious to crash after you’ve embarked on your latest adventure in some of the UK’s greatest holiday hotspots?

Well, it’s time to make your dream a reality because we’ve comprised a checklist to help you find the best holiday home for your budget, so you and your family can get away any time you like.

Read on to find out more.

The types of holiday home

There are two main types of holiday homes you can own — a holiday lodge and a static caravan, both coming in varying shapes and sizes.

  • Holiday lodge

A lodge tends to be the more high-end option, which can be beneficial if you’re thinking of subletting, as they are generally more sought after throughout the year.

There are various grades of lodges available with different luxurious, fully-furnished modern designs, so you can easily find the one that best suits your taste.

They usually have spacious interiors and come with all the latest fittings and fixtures, with options for hot tubs and dog-friendly accommodation as well – perfect for the entire family.

  • Static caravan

Static caravans can be a great option when you’re just starting out as a holiday home owner. There are many sizes and styles available to help you find one which suits all your family’s needs.

Make sure to take into consideration the number of bedrooms you’ll need, and depending on your budget, you could even think about additional features like bathrooms, central heating, or double glazing.

Not only can you purchase a fully or half-furnished caravan, but much like lodges, they can be pet friendly.

And the top of the range ones might even feature a hot tub!

Buying

There are many positives to purchasing your very own holiday home.

You can visit any time you like, with the potential of saving money in the long-run on family holidays, all whilst exploring some of the greatest sights the UK has to offer.

 Some of the best perks, along with the things you’ll need to consider, include:

  • Annual fees

When you buy holiday homes with Away Resorts, as an example of a holiday park operator, your pitch fees could be frozen for a number of years. With Away Resorts for instance, this will be for the next three years.

So, you don’t have to worry about the extra cost until you’re in full swing of reaping all the rewards from your home-away-from-home.

Despite this, you’ll want to bear in mind that fees can vary depending on whether you opt for a lodge or a caravan.

There will also be charges from the local authorities for things such as water, gas and electricity, as well as the need for insurance, any upkeep, and possibly entertainment subscriptions.

You’ll want to keep all this in mind when budgeting for your dream holiday home adventure.

  • Pre-owned vs brand-new

Something else to consider when buying a holiday home is whether you’d like to purchase pre-owned or brand-new.

Pre-owned holiday homes can provide you with all the benefits and flexibility of living your staycation dreams for a much more affordable price.

But, if you want a shiny-new property which exceeds your expectations, complete with all the latest designs, furnishings and fittings, a brand-new holiday home will tick all the boxes.

  • Buy to let

Owning a holiday home can be a great investment.

Whether it’s saving money in the long-run on family holidays, or subletting your property to help with the running costs, you could find many benefits of purchasing a holiday home than you initially thought.

Some holiday parks might offer certain services which can help you with your buy-to-let venture, including providing managed lettings services or a fixed return on your investment.

Location

Finally, perhaps one of the most important things to consider when picking the best holiday home for your needs, is the location.

This can affect your budget as certain homes might be more expensive when located in tourist destinations, such as Cornwall.  

So, you might want to find somewhere which balances your dream location with a more affordable area.

On the other hand, if you’re hoping to sublet your home, you might find you can charge more competitive rates in a desirable location.

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It’s clear there’s a lot to consider when picking the best holiday home for your budget-friendly family getaway.

If you’re hoping to make a longer-term investment, with the potential of sub-letting, a lodge might see the best returns.

But if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly home-away-from-home from the get go, a caravan may be the way forward.

Either way, you can now take your first steps towards discovering your dream holiday home adventure.

The Best Sports Slots to Play in the UK

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The Best Sports Slots to Play in the UK

The UK is home to a thriving gaming scene. With millions of slot game lovers in the country, there are plenty of variations that you can play. While cartoon and TV shows have been inspirations for slots, sports-themed slots are on the rise in the country.

iGaming software providers have capitalised on sports events and integrated them into slots. This brings you an incredible touch of realism, thrill, adrenaline, and the best game experience. This article covers some of the best sports slots to play in the UK, and the pros and cons of each.

Football Star from Microgaming

Developed by Microgaming, Football Star is among the most iconic sports-based slot games. It has five reels and three rows, allowing 243 ways to win.

The game also boasts quality 3D visuals, state-of-the-art mechanics, and features to keep you engaged for hours. When playing, you can take advantage of stacked Wilds, free spins with multipliers, and collapsing reels. Some of its unique features include:

  • Payout of 96.5%
  • 243 ways to win
  • Multiple Wilds
  • Free Spins
  • Fun gameplay

Scudamore’s Super Stakes from NetEnt

Scudamore’s Super Stakes is an excellent choice for horse racing fans. The game is based on Peter Scudamore’s life and features five reels, three rows, and 20 fixed bet lines.

 You will encounter Random Wilds, Peter’s Classic Cup, and an incredible bet slips feature when playing. Like most slots, the bet line wins pay from the left reel to the right side. Only the highest win per bet line will be paid.

Players will enjoy:

  • Payout of 96.11% (96.99% with side bets)
  • An interactive and immersive gameplay
  • Free spins
  • 75X multipliers

Hot Shots from iSoftBet

Hot Shots is an iSoftBet sports slot based on the World Cup. However, the game incorporates some comedic aspects, replacing the players in the field with animals such as bulls, foxes, chickens, and bears.

The football pitch is a forest clearing where the animals are strategically situated. It has a light-hearted theme with expansive symbols to make your gaming experience worthwhile.

Besides its highly comedic atmosphere and gameplay, the game allows players a high payout. It is a uniquely crafted game. Here is more on the game:

  • Free spins
  • 243 ways to win on five reels
  • Expanding Wilds
  • An exciting theme, design, and graphics
  • Payout of 97.1%

Cricket Star by Microgaming

The cricket-themed game by Microgaming is one of a kind. It is well customised with cricket-inspired symbols and a large stadium for the backdrop of the reels. Besides the unique theme and features, the slot has five reels, giving you 243 ways to win from the paylines and combinations.

When playing, gamblers get two bonus features on the offer free spins and special ‘Wild Wickets’. Microgaming prides itself in making its games mobile compatible.

As such, gamblers can enjoy this game on their devices regardless of the operating systems. While playing, the graphics and effects are just as excellent as the desktop layout. Its special features include:

  • Payout of 96.42%
  • Free spins bonuses
  • 243 ways to win
  • Unique cricket theme
  • Mobile friendly

Football Glory by Yggdrasil

If you love football, then you’ll love Football Glory by Yggdrasil. It is a slot game based on the World Cup and features some of the world’s top football stars. You can play it for free or for real money, and you’ll be able to win big thanks to the game’s high RTP feature.

Football Glory also has other great features, like an auto spin function that will entertain you as you await the next match to start and a wild symbol that can help you score big wins. With five reels, four rows, and 25 fixed paylines, gamblers stand great chances of winning. The game’s other exciting features include:

  • Payout of 96.1%
  • Free spins
  • Superstar Mode Activation
  • Random sticky wild reel
  • Logically set

Ice Hockey by Playtech

Ice Hockey is among the most renowned sports in the world, and there’s no better way to celebrate this than by playing some great sports slots from Playtech. This slot features five reels, three rows, and 15 paylines, making it perfect for anyone who loves a bit of action.

As well as being fun to play, Ice Hockey also has a lot of features that make it one of the best sports slots on the market. Several bonus rounds can be triggered by landing specific combinations on the payline.

Furthermore, if you get three or more hockey sticks on a payline at once, you’ll trigger a special bonus game that will give you a huge chance of winning. Here is more to enjoy in the game;

  • Payout of 95.26%
  • Free spins
  • Bonus icons
  • Unique layout

Conclusion

Sports slots are some of the most popular slot games in the world. Whether you’re a dedicated sports fan looking to play slots that pay out based on your knowledge of your favourite teams and players, or you’re just looking for a break from more traditional slot games, sports slots are an excellent way to do so. Apart from the modern game design and visual effects, the sports slots are something to look forward to.

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