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Sodas, candy to be banned from Texas food stamp purchases

Buoyed by the Trump administration's willingness to place restrictions on food assistance programs, Texas moves to limit junk food.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 4, 2025

Why a Rio Grande Valley hospital is helping to feed its patients

As the Edinburg facility and others seek to assist people experiencing food insecurity, state lawmakers have more than a dozen bills that could tackle Texas’ food deserts.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 6, 2025

'I tried McDonald's Biscoff McFlurry and Double Chocolate Pie - one is my new favourite'

In a serious overhaul, McDonald's has added six items to its menu today. Keen to put the new desserts to the test, Mirror writer Amber O'Connor tried the Lotus Biscoff McFlurry and double chocolate pie

Daily Mirror · Jun 21, 2023

'Morrisons' cheddar Easter egg is delicious, but one feature really cheesed me off'

Morrisons' cheese Easter egg is the seasonal treat that has been on everyone's lips this year - but could it replace the nation's chocolate favourites? Mirror writer Amber O'Connor put the treat to the test

Daily Mirror · Apr 4, 2023

'I tried the 30p microwave cleaning hack Mrs Hinch fans swear by - there's no scrubbing'

Mrs Hinch fans often praise the brilliance of lemon juice, something commonly used in cleaning supplies for its antibacterial properties. Mirror writer Amber O'Connor tried cleaning her microwave using one to see if it really works

Daily Mirror · Mar 16, 2023

Shoppers 'turn off central heating' after trying £7 thermals that are cheaper than Marks and Spencer's

"Very cosy. Helps to keep me warm in the house without turning on the heating. Will pay for itself very quickly."

Manchester Evening News · Jan 23, 2023

'I tested £6 thermals for two months - now I won't leave the house without them'

Mirror writer Amber O'Connor first tested the popular thermals back in November. Two months on, she loves the base layers and they've become a staple in her wardrobe

Daily Mirror · Jan 18, 2023

Woman warns tourists about 'Super Spoons' pub and its one downfall

The 'world's largest' Wetherspoons in Ramsgate boasts a beach front location and an inviting sundeck, but visitors are warned to not have high expectations.

Daily Record · Jan 12, 2023

'The world's biggest 'Spoons is my local pub - here's why I always warn visitors'

Mirror writer Amber O'Connor loves living in the same town as the world's biggest Wetherspoons, but she has a warning for the visitors who flock to her local pub

Daily Mirror · Jan 11, 2023

'I tested £12 bargain thermals - one item will help me stay warm at home this winter'

With the cost of living rising, many people are looking for ways to keep warm while lowering their energy bills. Mirror writer Amber O'Connor put low-cost base layers to the test to see if thermals could help

Daily Mirror · Nov 2, 2022