I've started waking early. It's well annoying as it means I'll nod off in the evening wake and eventually go to bed late but still wake early again. It's like having two short days in one.

I'm inclined to agree with you on that. I was hopeful when he got elected but have not been impressed with him since from what I've seen. I don't follow American politics closely though.

It's a Chinese eBay without sfaik the auctions or private sellers - in other words a marketplace. I've not used it but I do use AliExpress which is an older Chinese marketplace and would doubtless get the same review from wherever you found that one.

These places are amazingly cheap but you do need to be wary. Ali offers decent buyer protection and you will get refunds if stuff doesn't arrive in working order or is complete junk.

I don't advise buying any mains equipment as it probably won't have valid certification to UK/EU standards. Branded items are more likely to be fake than genuine. Claims will be exaggerated. That said a lot of things are absolute bargains.

I assume Temu will be the same  and hopefully others that do use it will comment.

All I'd advise is give it a go but don't risk a lot and be wary on the sort of things you buy. Check sizing carefully if buying clothes. Find things with actual numbers rather than S M L etc.

Quote from: Raven on Yesterday at 07:58:57 PMAlex I think they're all heading for the loony bin. As for that new Ladd, well, crazy and I believe it will cause trouble before long.

How do you feel about Scottish Nationalism? I'm half Scottish and very much
 prefer the status quo. 

Quote from: muddy on Yesterday at 08:33:10 PMI used to love cadburys milk chocolate but ......one look at the palm oil pouring into it ( instead of milk) has put me off completely .

I agree, since it was bought by an American company it has gone to pot.
That's why I no longer buy it.

Trump would do better by trying to get the US out of the dreadful mess he created.
The meglomaniac has caused enough trouble in his own country without trying to 
cause more in mine.

Quote from: Mups on Yesterday at 10:06:57 PMI know this will probably sound really dim,  but what is Temu?
I keep hearing people saying they use it,  but I don't really know what it is.
Is it just another online shop?    Where are they?

Oh dear,  I have just googled this,  and this is what came up:


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Temu is considered safe for transactions in the UK regarding payment security—using SSL encryption and reputable payment providers—but it carries risks regarding product quality, safety standards, and data privacy. While many users receive goods as described, investigations have found dangerous electrical items, toxic heavy metals in items, and poor quality control.

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I think that's put me off for a start!

When Polly was Eric's old wife
By gum was she trouble and strife

Quote from: Alex on Yesterday at 08:36:57 PMhttps://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/donald-trump-swoops-in-to-save-britains-borders-at-the-worst-moment-possible-for-the-pm-lee-cohen/ar-AA230gI5

Yes, I've just read this.  I find it encouraging that, despite our present government continuing to damage our country, and also TwoTier's failure to support Trump re. Iran, Trump is willing to make an effort to save our country from its present continuing invasion.
Of course, there will still be many British people who hate Trump and America, and even some who agree with the illegal invasion of our country.  However, I still believe that most genuine British people will welcome any help in this regard from America.  I certainly do, as a Reform government are not expected to arrive for another three years.

Quote from: Raven on Yesterday at 08:08:03 PMHave to be soooooo careful what we put down when there's animals around.

Yes,  I am almost paranoid about it Raven,  especially,  as I have said before,  Gertie is an avid gardener and digs and prunes all the time!