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SEASON Two of Netflix’ Six Nations documentary ‘Full Contact’ dropped on Wednesday…and it won’t be long before it drops out of the Top 10 trending list.

Disappointingly, the same flaws that characterised its debut season remain throughout the eight episodes.

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2024 captain Peter O’Mahony carries the can in terms of Irish input[/caption]

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SunSport watched the entire season so you don’t necessarily have to with only three main takeaways to emerge from it.

1: We’re barely in it!

Despite Ireland again winning the bloomin’ thing, showrunners opted to spend far more screen-time with England and Scotland stars.

Marcus Smith is very much the golden boy as you sense they pinpointed him as the most intriguing character given he is meant to be on the cusp of superstardom.

That he plays for England and its far bigger audience than Ireland or Wales can’t have hurt either.

If you’re only interested in seeing snippets from the Irish camp you can safely skip on to episode five which is entitled ‘Eyes on the Prize’.

That revolves around England’s scuppering of the back-to-back Grand Slam dream at Twickenham where Smith did deliver a last gasp winning drop goal after coming on off the bench.

The last episode, ‘The Final Reckoning’, also features Irish voices a bit but only as it recaps all six teams so it’s more in a ‘And in the end Ireland won again’ way than anything more substantive.

2: Peter O’Mahony’s garden is even more impressive than his Instagram would have you believe

The real star of the show. And no, we’re not talking about the Munster bruiser.

In a generous comparison to a far more entertaining programme in Come Dine With Me, you do at least get to have a proper snoop around his Cork home, garden and shed.

At one stage he amusingly muses on what lies ahead over the forthcoming few weeks while eyeing up his shears and calmly stating ‘Ready for war.’

Unfortunately, Netflix haven’t shared any shots from Chez O’Mahony in its trailer or accompanying promotional photos.

But there is always the treasure trove that is his Instagram account for that:

3: The additional ref mic moments are the best bit

POM is front and centre here too as he goes full schoolboy in a desperate act to avoid being sin-binned for as blatant a slowing down of a ruck you’re ever likely to see.

Showing his years of experience (and passable acting chops), the 35-year-old wears his most innocent face while gently asking the official: “Sir, was I off my feet? I apologise sir.”

While it is a fresh perspective for us the viewer, Nika Amashukeli has clearly seen and heard it all before.

He immediately swats O’Mahony aside and tells him to give him some space before ultimately approaching him and explaining why he’s being shown a yellow card.

All in all, we’d brandish a red card at this entire underwhelming offering.

It doesn’t take long at all to see why Netflix have cut their losses and already announced that there won’t be a season three.

NESTLE has announced plans to axe a popular bar range from Irish stores – and chocolate lovers say they’re “gutted”.

The Vegan KitKat is set to be taken off the shelves in the coming months.

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The treat was a popular choice among vegans and those with lactose intolerance[/caption]

In a recent statement, the chocolate brand Nestlé revealed plans to remove the Vegan KitKat from shelves in Ireland and other countries.

And vegans and those who are lactose-intolerant have been left disappointed by the news.

The snack, made with rice milk, was sold in 15 European countries and became a favourite among many chocolate lovers in Ireland and the UK.

Launched in 2021, the vegan KitKat was created in response to strong demand for a dairy-free version of the classic chocolate bar.

It also helped Nestlé’s Net Zero goals for 2050, with a carbon footprint 18 per cent smaller than the original.

But Nestlé has now said it’s pulling the bar due to lower-than-expected sales, making it too complex to keep producing.

There’s no specific date for when it’ll disappear from Irish stores, but it will be available “until the summer.”

A spokesperson from Nestlé explained that global demand had dropped so much that production became increasingly difficult.

They said: “We know that the vegan KitKat has been popular for those looking for dairy-free or vegan alternatives.

“Unfortunately, global demand has been reducing to the point that production was making manufacturing more and more complex and we have now made the difficult decision to discontinue the product.

“We know there will be some disappointment, however it will still be available in the UK and Ireland until the summer.”

The decision has sparked some disappointed reactions online from Irish chocolate lovers.

One person wrote: “I’m lactose intolerant so it was one of the only bars I could enjoy. I’m gutted.”

Another said: “I must buy one nearly every day, there’s definitely still a market for it.”

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This comes after Krispy Kreme has confirmed it has discontinued a classic doughnut – as shoppers ask “who’s eaten them all?”

In an official statement, a Krispy Kreme spokesperson elaborated on the decision to discontinue the original glazed jam doughnuts.

They said: “The decision to retire this traditional favourite for the time being was not taken lightly, but the good news is we’ve got a fresh new range of doughnuts and we’re confident that you’ll find a new favourite amongst them.”

Despite the end of the cult favourite, doughnut lovers can look forward to two new flavours – s’mores and rocky road.

The S’mores come with marshmallow flavour filling and are topped with chocolatey icings, marshmallows and biscuit pieces.

While the Rocky Road is covered in chocolate icing and decorated with vanilla-flavoured frosting, cookies and marshmallows.

PARKING charges are set to rise for drivers in a major part of Britain in a warning to some 550,000 motorists.

Vehicle owners in East Sussex have been told they have less than 60 days to prepare for a new ruling that will force them to pay more – depending on the type of vehicle they drive.

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Thousands of drivers across East Sussex could face a rise in parking permits[/caption]

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Higher-polluting vehicles will face charges ranging from £7 for Blue Badge holders to as much as £140 annually[/caption]

The changes, brought in by East Sussex County Council, could impact many of the county’s 550,000 residents, with plans to target owners of petrol and diesel vehicles with higher charges.

The changes, effective from 2 April 2025, described by some as the ‘doomsday date’, will see new parking permits designed to impose higher fees on vehicles that emit more pollution, along with varying rates based on location and duration of stay.

In addition to increased hourly charges, the cost of resident, visitor, and business permits will rise, with adjustments also affecting discounts for disabled motorists and low-emission vehicles.

Higher-polluting vehicles will face charges ranging from £7 for Blue Badge holders to as much as £140 annually, while owners of lower-emitting vehicles will pay much less, with costs starting at just £17 per year.

Business permits will also be subject to hikes, with fees rising from between £154 and £590 annually, depending on emissions output.

However, businesses operating electric vehicles will see more modest increases, with costs rising from £108 to £140 for a 12-month period.

On-street parking charges will also increase, ranging from 70p to £2.70 per hour, depending on the location.

As reported by GB News, a spokesperson for East Sussex County Council said: “When the county council took over responsibility for on-street parking in Rother in 2020, charges were set at a lower level and have not changed significantly since.

“This reduces the influence that the charges have on travel choices.”

The council added that the primary aim of the increased charges for petrol and diesel vehicles is to improve air quality in the region.

Reactions to the announcement have been mixed.

One local resident said: “If you make parking more expensive, who is going to come to Eastbourne when you can shop at The Crumbles for free?

“Eastbourne needs more visitors, not fewer.”

Another said: “I’d love to get a job in the town centre, but there’s nowhere you can realistically park all day in town anymore.”

Councillor Claire Dowling believes the new charges will help manage demand in the region and reduce congestion.

She said: “When the county council took over responsibility for on-street parking in Rother in 2020, charges were set at a lower level and have not changed significantly since.”

At a recent council meeting, Councillor Ian Hollidge questioned how increasing prices for residents would promote sustainable transport.

He asked what evidence there was to prove the effectiveness of similar measures in Lewes, Hastings, or Eastbourne, and whether Rother truly has an air quality problem “that can be addressed by increasing fees.”

Hollidge said: “These price increases will affect Bexhill the most.

“These are above-inflation increases, and they’re being justified by comparing [prices] with Lewes, Eastbourne, and Hastings.

“I think we all support equality, but should we not focus on ensuring equality by bringing Wealden into [Civil Parking Enforcement]?

“The way it’s working at the moment means Bexhill residents are paying more to subsidise bus services in Wealden. Is that fair and is that equal?”

LEWIS HAMILTON suffered an unfortunate crash for Ferrari on Wednesday.

The 40-year-old, driving in just his second testing session for his new team, lost control of his car in the final part of the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

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Lewis Hamilton suffered a crash while driving for Ferrari on Wednesday[/caption]

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And it may outline when Hamilton could win his next F1 title[/caption]

His car – Ferrari’s 2023 Formula One challenger – is said to have sustained “significant” damage to its suspension and some aerodynamic parts.

Fortunately, Hamilton walked away unharmed and with an improved understanding of the hardware he will use throughout the season.

However, his crash could actually be an omen for when he will win his next F1 title.

The last Briton to win the title at Ferrari was John Surtees in 1964, while no driver has ever won an eighth world title before.

Michael Schumacher is the only other driver to match Hamilton’s tally of seven, winning five of his seven titles with the Scuderia between 2000 and 2004.

And Hamilton could now be counting the stars towards title number eight following his crash.

That is because the Stevenage-born racer has ended up winning the title with each of his two previous teams after crashing in pre-season testing.

Hamilton first crashed his car during his rookie season with McLaren in 2007 after losing control of his car and skating across the gravel and into the wall at 186mph during testing Valencia.

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He then repeated this unfortunate event in 2013 after moving to Mercedes as he suffered a break failure at the Circuito de Jerez in Spain.

However, in both cases, Hamilton then went on to win the title in his second season with the team.

Hamilton picked up his maiden F1 World Driver’s Championship in 2008 after going agonisingly close in 2007, while he also picked up the first of his six titles with the Silver Arrows in 2014.

History appears to have repeated itself at his third team with his debut season testing crash happening in Spain.

Ferrari finished second in 2024’s Constructor’s Championship, and will consequently have precious extra time testing aerodynamics in their wind-tunnel over winners McLaren.

That could give the Scuderia a vital edge to winning one of the two titles in 2025.

But should the stars align for Hamilton once again, he should land the World Driver’s Championship in 2026, rather than the upcoming season.

That just so happens to be the year new F1 technical regulations hit, with smaller cars and more efficient engines present which could disrupt the playing field.

The 2025 season gets underway on March 16 in Melbourne, Australia.

Every team will reveal their car liveries at the same time on February 18 at the O2 Arena in London to celebrate F1’s 75th anniversary.

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LIDL Ireland is set to sell a major garden staple just in time for spring – for as little as 79 cent.

The new premium seed range has dropped at the supermarket just in time for the warmer weather.

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There are plenty of mix and match deals[/caption]

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The new items come in time for spring[/caption]

They are the perfect item for lovers of gardening or for those who want to start it as a hobby.

Taking on the task can be expensive, but luckily for fans, Lidl‘s new range doesn’t break the bank.

The range includes everything you need to keep your garden, house and driveway looking amazing.

And for those who like to know where their food comes from, there are plenty of vegetable seed offers as well.

The flower range includes Sweet William seeds, which bring bright pink and red colours to any space where they are planted.

The small flower is the ideal way to add a pop of colour to any space.

And the good news is, you don’t need a huge garden for them – a small pot will do just fine.

The seed pack costs just 99 cent but can be bought in a pack of four for €3.

Another pretty flower seed on offer is the Zwegastern, which flowers in pink, purple and white.

They cost 79 cent per pack or can be bought in a set of four for just €2.

Another handy item included in the flower range is the seed tape, which offers a mix of different flowers.

Stuck down on a handy tape, it can be used to bring colour to any space and costs just €1.99.

Or, gardening lovers can grab the bright hedging mix seed tape, which makes it easier to build a hassle-free flower bed.

For those who enjoy eating home grown food, the range has everything you need.

Radish seeds cost just 79 cent and allow you to grow the little veggies at home.

And outdoor cucumber seeds are priced at only €1.99 so you can stock your own greenhouse with them.

Or they can be bought as part of the mix and match, with four seed packs costing €6.

And for those who want to eat more greens, a set of pea seeds costs just 99 cent.

Another great item in the new range is the herbal seeds, so you can grow your own garnishes and spices at home.

Basil seeds cost just €1.99 but can be bought in a four for €6 deal.

And parsley and dill are also available.

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People can now grow their own veg at home[/caption]

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The new items are ideal for spring[/caption]

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The range features colourful flowers[/caption]

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