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Beware terrifying ‘Evil Twin’ bank-raiding attack on holiday as tourists warned to spot signs you’re in danger

TOURISTS have been warned of the dangers of connecting to public WiFi at tourist hot spots.

Experts have urged Brits to look out for the warning signs of hackers bank raiding attacks.

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Tourist hot spots are targets for hackers[/caption]

Connecting to WiFi in hotels, airports and other popular destinations could put your personal data and even your money at risk.

The hot spots have become hunting grounds for malicious hackers taking advantage of rushed tourists, free WiFi and relaxed security awareness.

Shocking statistics revealed by McAfee show 25% of travellers are hacked while using public WiFi abroad.

Terrifyingly 40% of people have had their information compromised while using public WiFi networks.

Brits have been warned of a few of the methods used by criminals to hack their personal data.

“Evil twin networks” which impersonate legitimate WiFi networks are a particular concern.

These have been used to steal personal information and even gain access to banks.

The “Evil twin network” sets up with a name similar to publicly available networks like “Airport_WiFi” instead of “Airport_Wi-Fi.”

Unsuspecting tourists then connect to the dodgy network and from their hackers can gain access to their data.

The technology needed to carry out an “Evil twin network” attack is now cheaper than ever making it more appealing to hackers.

The tech to pull off one of these attacks can be bought for less than $500.

Several other methods are used by dodgy internet crooks to steal data from unsuspecting tourists.

Cybersecurity experts have warned that “vacation brain” can leave tourists with their guards down, making them easy targets.

Brits have been urged to keep themselves safe online while travelling with several security methods recommended to tourists.

Using a VPN to mask your personal data from network providers is top of the list.

Reviewing travel security settings is also important, your devices have inbuilt settings to protect your data from malicious actors.

Reviewing these and ensuring you have them turned on when travelling is a key step to ensuring your safe online while abroad.

Taking extra care not to connect to malicious or dodgy looking WiFi networks is also important.

Experts are urging tourists to make absolutely sure the networks they connect to abroad are secure and legitimate.

Remaining vigilant even while trying to relax on holiday is important to protect your data.

How to stay safe from hackers

  • Protect your devices and networks by keeping them up to date: use the latest supported versions, use anti-virus and scan regularly to guard against known malware threats.
  • Use multi-factor authentication to reduce the impact of password compromises.
  • Tell staff how to report suspected phishing emails, and ensure they feel confident to do so, investigate their reports promptly and thoroughly.
  • Set up a security monitoring capability so you are collecting the data that will be needed to analyse network intrusions
  • Prevent and detect lateral movement in your organisation’s networks.

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Ejercito backs Escudero as Senate president

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. JV Ejercito said while he still respects former Senate president and reelected Sen. Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, he was still throwing his support behind incumbent Senate President Francis Escudero to lead the chamber. This came in an interview over DWIZ on Saturday after Sen. Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri said a “veteran

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Coco Martin Shares Secret In Having A Strong Relationship With Julia Montes

This is what Coco Martin shared about his relationship with the actress. ABS-CBN actor Coco Martin has this to share about what keeps his relationship with actress Julia Montes strong. From the outside, celebrity relationships seem glamorous. But just like the other relationships, there also come unique problems and challenges. The only difference is that ... Read more

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Dunnes Stores fans rushing to buy belly-friendly crinkle dress for summer after it lands on racks

DUNNES Stores fans are rushing to buy a new belly-friendly crinkle dress for summer after it landed on racks.

The Gallery Alba Hybrid Crinkle Dress is available in stores and online now.

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The lemon dress is available in stores and online now
Woman in a pale yellow pleated midi dress.
It is a bargain at €35

It is priced at just €35 and comes in sizes 8 to 20.

The retailer said: “This unique hybrid dress features a relaxed fit bodice crafted from a softly ribbed cotton-rich fabric, and a pleated skirt made from a lightweight plissé material.

“A gathered panel at the waist creates a flattering silhouette.

“Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”

The lemon dress is very easy to style and can be worn with trainers, sandals or heels.

Meanwhile, fashion fans are also loving a stunning new co-ord that’s perfect for special occasions.

Instagram user Monica, who posts under the username @mon.fesa, alerted her followers to the new arrival.

In the caption of the post, she wrote: “Check out this outfit from Savida in all the Dunnes Stores.

“I really thought it was worth trying it; the top is so different and super cute, with a zipper on the side to make it easier to put on.

“Loved the lace trim and the adjustable bodice to make it cropped or a bit longer – great idea, I have to say.

“And the skirt… Well I love silk so this is my ideal outfit, can look super cute with heels or more funky with trainers.”

In the video, she can be seen wearing a gorgeous silk co-ord, in a lovely green colour.

She stuns in the outfit that is perfect for any summer event, from weddings to a laidback occasion.

In a caption inserted into the post, Monica noted: “What do you think of the new outfit?”

The top features a plunging v-neckline, complete with short sleeves and a lace trim along the neckline.

The sides of the top are ruched, with buttons in the centre.

Monica added: “With a lace trim top and adjustable bodice. So different.”

She shows that on either side of the top are two strings to control how loose or tight the top is.

Monica added: “Both with zips to make dressing easier.”

The maxi skirt features a zip up the side and has a flattering fit.

When worn together, it looks like a stunning dress that is perfect for a wedding.

THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES

DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit.

Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland’s first ‘shopping frenzy’.

During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne’s ‘Better Value’ bargains.

Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 – starting with apples and oranges.

The retailer said: “Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town.

“Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong.

“Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas.”

The retailer’s first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960.

They added: “In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed.

“Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England.”

Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.

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I tried Sky’s new £6 a month TV that could finally win over Q box viewers – but popular feature is still missing

TELLY is still a favourite for many Brits and when it comes to premium TV most of us think of Sky.

In a world of streaming with Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime and every other app it’s harder than ever to get everything in one seamless place.

Sky Cinema Gladiator II movie screen on TV.
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Watching Gladiator 2 looked great on the new Sky Glass Air[/caption]
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The frame is slimmer than previous Sky Glass devices[/caption]
Sky Glass TV in its box.
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And the set-up was super easy[/caption]

Sky came the closest yet with Sky Glass, which it launched in 2021.

Since then, we’ve seen a Sky Glass Gen 2 arrive earlier this year.

And now there’s another new kid on the block – Sky Glass Air.

For those who don’t already know, they all do away with the need for a satellite dish and instead rely on the internet.

There’s no box either, it’s all neatly built into the TV itself.

You need a minimum broadband speed of 25mbps to have a smooth service.

So how does Sky Glass Air differentiate from its older siblings?

One of the biggest criticisms about the main Sky Glass TVs is their chunky size which is designed to pack in a mighty soundbar.

Sky Glass Air does away with the soundbar to make the device more compact than before – and cheaper.

As The Sun’s tech reviewer, I’ve got hands on with a number of TVs over the years and I write regularly about Sky.

I used to have the first Sky Glass and currently have a Sky Glass Gen 2 TV, so I’m well placed to talk about the key changes and whether they’re any good for you – and why some Sky Q viewers may finally be tempted to switch.

That said, a much loved feature on Sky Q remains missing.

Read on to find out more after testing Sky Glass Air at home this week.

Sky Glass Air: Settings up

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Setting up the mount is super easy too[/caption]

Sky made the set-up a lot easier on the Gen 2 and that has fortunately continued with the Air.

You don’t need any tools for the TV mount, it’s just a tough metal slate with two large bolts.

Twist the bolts into the slots and then place the TV on top of them, pushing down so it’s firmly secured. Super duper easy.

There’s a power cable and remote – with batteries – in the box.

All you need to do is power up, enter your Wi-Fi password and you’ll be watching TV within five minutes.

As an existing Sky account holder, I didn’t even have to enter any login details, it already knew it was for me.

Setting up couldn’t be any easier.

Sky Glass Air: Look and feel

Sky Glass and Sky Glass Gen 2 are serious hunks of metal and quite heavy.

The Sky Glass Air is lighter and has a slimmer frame.

I’m testing the 43-inch version which comes in at 8.85kg without the stand – the Gen 2 equivalent weighs 14.7kg.

While the Sky Glass Air has a slimmer frame it does bulk out around the back.

The ports are all handily around the left side too making them much easier to reach compared to the Gen 2 where they’re more centre back.

The interface of Sky Glass Air runs on Sky OS, so it’s exactly the same as what you see on any other Sky Glass device.

It’s by far my favourite TV interface around as it’s the closest thing to having everything in one place within a slick, smooth and seamless design.

Sky Glass Air: Features

Sky OS provides access to all the apps you know and love.

The Sky Playlist feature is the company’s answer to recording – though unlike traditional recordings nothing is kept locally on a box or your TV.

Instead, they’re kept in the cloud.

This is both an advantage and a disadvantage, which has divided some.

The advantage is you’re not restricted by storage space, so no need to go through the hassle of deleting shows.

Instead, Sky will automatically link whatever you’ve added out to the relevant streaming platform or record it on the cloud for you to watch.

The disadvantage is you have less control over the recordings – something Sky Q loyalists are always quick to mention.

While infrequent, if there’s a rights issue that means a certain show or movie can’t be recorded it may not be available (this has happened to me previously with the Gen 2, but not in my time reviewing the Air).

It also means you’re at the mercy of your broadband service – if there’s an outage, you don’t have recordings on a box or TV as a back-up option.

How to cast on Sky

Casting to your Sky device is done with Apple AirPlay, meaning it only works with an iPhone, iPad, Mac or HomePod

It’s also important to add that AirPlay is only available on Sky Glass and Sky Stream.

For it to work, your Sky device and your iPhone (or other Apple gadget) have to be on the same Wi-Fi network.

If you’re using an app like Netflix, you need to look for a casting icon which looks like a small TV

Tap this and select your TV from the list.

When using Apple AirPlay on your Sky TV for the first time, you’ll need to enter a code that appears on your screen to confirm it’s you using it.

If you want to show photos or videos on your Sky Glass or Sky Stream device follow the instructions below:

  • Go to the Photos app
  • Select the photo or video you want to cast
  • Tap the share icon in the bottom left of your screen (the box with an arrow pointing upward)
  • Select AirPlay from the options
  • Tap your Sky TV from the list
  • Close the app on your phone at anytime to stop casting

Sky Glass Air: Picture and sound

The picture quality on the Sky Glass Air is great – but not the most beautiful I’ve seen as TVs go.

Colours look vibrant and sharp, darks are darker, brights are brighter.

And the sound seriously surprised me – I hardly noticed the lack of a soundbar at all

But it’s the sound I was most curious about with the absence of an integrated soundbar like the other Sky Glass TVs.

And I was pleasantly surprised – in fact it started off quite loud on setting up, despite only having about 30% of the volume up.

Watching Gladiator 2 and I felt every swish and clang of a sword.

Sky Glass Air: Price

The Sky Glass Air is the cheapest Sky Glass device yet starting at £6 per month.

But that’s only for the TV itself on a 48 month contract.

To get Sky’s channels you’ll need to add a package on, which starts at £15 for the Sky Essential TV pack with Sky Atlantic, Netflix and Discovery+ included.

So, for the TV hardware and Sky channels you’re looking at at least £21 per month.

As a monthly cost, that’s cheaper than Sky Q which starts at £31 a month – and remember that doesn’t come with a TV, it’s just a box.

Sky Glass Air: Verdict

By Jamie Harris, Assistant Technology and Science Editor at The Sun

With a combined cost of at least £21 a month, Sky Glass Air is a tempting offering for anyone in the market for premium telly. And maybe even Sky Q customers.

The TV itself is a great addition to the Sky Glass family, offering wonderful quality in a much more adaptable form.

And the sound seriously surprised me – I hardly noticed the lack of a soundbar at all.

If you’re still unsure about Sky Glass, there’s another cheaper option that you can subscribe to on a rolling month by month contract, Sky Stream.

Rating: 4.5 / 5

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Inside abandoned British ghost town left at nature’s mercy for a decade that looks just like a scene out of Walking Dead

A YOUTUBER has discovered an eerie abandoned town which looks like a scene out of Walking Dead.

The creepy abandoned community was once home to thousands of British soldiers but now it is slowly decaying with buildings falling apart.

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The creepy town once houses thousands of British personnel[/caption]
Overgrown abandoned brick building.
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Houses remain untouched a decade on[/caption]
Abandoned British town house.
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Buildings could be worth millions if sold today[/caption]
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The explorer said the inside felt oddly cold despite warm weather outside[/caption]

An entire village, with hundreds of enormous four-bedroom homes, a barrack-like apartment complex, sports facilities and even a gas station, has been frozen in time for more than ten years and is now being reclaimed by nature.

The abandoned site looks like a typical British town, with many of the houses resembling English architecture and having their own garages, some of which are unlocked.

But it is located in Germany and was built during the height of Cold War by the British government.

JHQ Rheindahlen once housed up to 12,000 British personnel and their families between 1952 and 2013.

Colin Hodson, known online as the Bearded Explorer, said on his channel: “This place is so big it is pretty much its own city.

“I cannot believe this whole estate is completely abandoned.”

Wandering through the former town, which is now solely inhabited by red squirrels and deer, he compared it to being in a post-apocalyptic world where all human life has disappeared.

The 376-hectare haunting site is hidden by the dense forest, making it almost impossible to spot in summer.

During Colin’s visit, the trees were bare, giving the audience an idea of what the garrison town would have looked like when it was inhabited.

The properties in the ghost town would fetch millions of pounds if they were sold today.

Although there is occasional evidence of graffiti and vandalism, the houses are mostly undamaged.

But Colin noted that despite the warm weather, the eerie buildings were oddly chilly inside.

Colin continued: “This is actually incredible. This is probably the closest I’ve ever felt to be like walking around in The Walking Dead.

“This is exactly what it would look like if the world ended everyone disappeared nature would just literally take over everything.”

At its peak, the town had five British primary schools, a clothes shop, two post offices, a BP gas station and a NAAFI bookshop.

Plans were created to renovate the town to accommodate asylum seekers after the British Army formally returned it to the German government in December 2013.

But over a decade on, there has been little improvement.

In 2015, a group of Arab businessmen put forth plans to turn the property into a leisure park, but it seems that those plans have since been shelved.

The followers lamented the town’s downfall, with many flooding to the comments.

One person wrote: “What a waste, this is criminal letting all these good houses go to rack & ruin.”

Another one said: “This is very high quality accommodation and still in reasonable condition.

“It probably wouldn’t take too much to refurbish and either use as social housing, or just sell off.”

A third person added: “I lived there for over 6 years as my father was military. It was an absolutely brilliant place back in the day. So so sad to see it like this now.”

Colin only scratched the surface of the enormous territory and plans to return to the site to explore it further.

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Tecno Pova 7 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines

Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Tecno Pova 7 The Tecno Pova 7 was officially announced on July 04, 2025. The 5G-ready smartphone is fueled with a 6000 mAh battery + 45W wired + 30W wireless (magnetic) + 10W reverse wired charging. It is available in colors like Geek Black, ... Read more

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Desperate search for missing woman, 30, who disappeared from a coastal town before she was due to meet a friend

A FRANTIC hunt has been launched for a woman who disappeared from a coastal town without a trace.

Emma, aged 30, was due to meet a friend in Bournemouth yesterday, July 4.

Police have now launched an urgent search for Emma after she disappeared.

She was due to meet a friend at 12pm but has not been heard from since 9:30am.

An investigation into her whereabouts has subsequently been launched by the cops who are appealing for the publics help in locating Emma.

She is described as five feet one inch tall and of slim build with long black hair.

Her disappearance was described as out of character with Emma usually keeping in close contact with friends and family.

Inspector Dan Galloway, of Dorset Police, said: “It is out of character for Emma to not be in contact with family or friends and we need to find her to make sure she is OK.

“I would ask anyone who has seen Emma, or a woman matching the description given, to please contact us.

“Finally, if you see this appeal Emma, please get in touch with us or your loved ones as we all just want to make sure you are safe and well.”

Anyone with information or knowledge as to Emma’s whereabouts is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident number 4:237.

Photo of Emma, a missing 30-year-old woman.
Emma hasn’t been heard from since yesterday morning

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Wimbledon 2025 LIVE RESULTS: Play DELAYED as Djokovic headlines Day 6, Shelton, Sinner and Swiatek also feature

WIMBLEDON is heading towards the business end at the All England Club.

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Clarkson’s Farm beauty Harriet Cowan set to rake in huge six figure sum as she sets up business to capitalise on TV fame

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CLARKSON’S Farm beauty Harriet Cowan is set to rake in a huge six figure sum, as she sets up her own business to capitalise on her TV fame.

The 24-year-old became an instant hit with viewers after she mucked in at Diddly Squat while Kaleb Cooper took some time away from the show.

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Harriet Cowman’s been a hit on Diddly Squat Farm and is now set to rake in the big bucks[/caption]
Woman sitting on a red McCormick tractor.
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The star often teases fans on Instagram with her pics[/caption]
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Harriet is also very popular on Instagram which will boost her income[/caption]

Now, The Sun can exclusively reveal how Harriet is set for huge things in her future.

Following her instant fame, she has set up a private company called Farmfluence, incorporated on July 1. 

Its nature of business is listed as “motion picture, video and television programme post-production activities” and Harriet is the sole director/shareholder. 

PR expert Lynn Carratt has speculated on just how she could earn in the future.

Speaking to The Sun, she told us: “Harriet has around 1.2 million followers across Instagram and TikTok.

“If she is savvy she could rake in £500,000 in the next 12 months.”

If that wasn’t enough she has also signed to top talent agency Off Limits Entertainment, which has helped lots of reality stars including Love Island hunk Chris Hughes.

It was previously revealed that she had already landed a brand deal with Country Moos ahead of the show – a sock company dedicated to cow-designs.

Harriet has become very popular on Instagram, and has been teasing fans with snippets of her life away from Clarkson’s Farm.

Last month she sizzled in a bikini as she shared a sexy selfie on holiday, which no doubt boosted her follower count.

Harriet also features in July’s edition of Country Life magazine.

In the publication she is seen posing in a summer dress and knee-high cowgirl boots as she perches on a tractor tyre.

Harriet will be hoping to emulate Clarkson’s Farm favourite Kaleb Cooper, currently on a leave of absence from the hit show. 

Accounts at Companies House reveal he has banked £2.4 million so far off the back of his starring role as Jeremy Clarkson’s sensible sidekick.

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Harriet recently set pulses racing with this sexy holiday snap[/caption]

Netting £1 million at Kaleb Cooper Productions, £1.4 million at Kaleb Cooper Construction, £76,000 at K Cooper Holdings and £28,000 at K Cooper Retail.

Meanwhile, Jeremy recently clarified why Harriet was brought onto the farm as speculation mounted over Kaleb’s future.

He said: “What happened is this, he went away on his speaking tour, for a couple of months because he imagined that after four years, I’d be able to manage on my own.

” I didn’t – I made a complete mess of everything and had to bring in a young girl called Harriet.

“Harriet is brilliant and looked after the fort until he got back.

“That is it – that’s the story!”

Fans are desperate to know if Harriet will remain on the farm when Kaleb returns and, so far, she’s keeping coy, telling them: “Hmm we will have to see.”

Jeremy Clarkson and his farmhand Harriet Cowan in a tractor.
Harriet struck up a friendship with boss Jeremy Clarkson
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