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Deliveroo is delivering d*ldos in lead up to Valentine’s Day with Ann Summers

So many puns floating through our heads right now that we're just going to refrain and be mature adults for a change.

Danny Jones Danny Jones - 6th February 2024

Nope, not a seriously NSFW typo, Deliveroo is genuinely expanding its ever-growing non-food delivery base into the world of lingerie, toys, sexual wellness products and more as part of a new partnership with Ann Summers in the lead-up to Valentine’s Day.

Deliveroo has gradually been building out its new ‘Shopping’ service since November, allowing people to order everything from toys, DIY, electronics and beauty products directly to their homes through the app and soon set to expand into the world of pharmacy, pet care and more.

And now, for those in need of any last-minute marital aids, cheeky bits or simply an extra little something to spice things up for the annual celebration of love, you’re now able to order from a range of 15 different Ann Summers’ products you’d normally find on the high street straight to your door through Deliveroo.

There really is an app for everything these days, isn’t there?

In case you didn’t quite believe us, it’s been on the telly and everything.

Available in London, Brighton and Manchester, ‘Deliveroo Shopping’ now does everything from Screwfix supplies and a bunch of flowers to bullet vibrators and flavoured lube. What a time to be alive.

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As per a press release, you can order from a wide range of Ann Summers’ most popular sexual wellness items, including a Couple’s Play Set, Bullet Vibrator, Massage Oil, Rechargeable Power Bullet Gold, Silky Waterbased Lube and Buzz Fresh Wipes amongst a broader product range.

Eric French, Chief Operating Officer at Deliveroo, said: “We’re incredibly excited by ‘Deliveroo Shopping’ and its growth potential, ensuring we can bring as many high street products on demand to people’s doors as possible.

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“Ann Summers is an iconic British multi-channel retailer, much loved by individuals and couples across the country, and ahead of Valentine’s Day this year we’re making it easier for customers to buy their products.”

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Maria Hollins, Chief Executive of Ann Summers, added: “This is a fantastic new partnership for Ann Summers and we’re proud to be teaming up with Deliveroo to offer customers access to our popular products in minutes.

“Valentine’s Day is one of the most exciting and important occasions for Ann Summers fans and we can’t wait to provide new and existing customers with another way to shop with us.”

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So for any of you who’ve ever worried about nipping into the shop in person or how ‘discrete’ their own delivery packaging is, why not just get a man with a bike and a bag on his back to drop it off? Just make sure to give him a tip — pardon the pun…

Another beloved British retailer is also making sure you have a perfect Valentine’s evening this year as well, and not just any night in, an M&S night in.

M&S unveils 2024 menu for popular Valentine’s ‘Dine In for Two’ £25 meal deal

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Arrest made after 14-year-old boy found in critical condition on Market Street

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Arrest made after 14-year-old boy found in critical condition on Market Street

An arrest has been made after a teenage boy was found unresponsive on Market Street in Manchester city centre.

Detectives believe that the boy, 14, was approached by seven males who stole a designer jacket from him.

Following the altercation, he went into cardiac arrest and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition.

Thankfully, the teenager is continuing to recover well.

Detectives from Manchester City Centre Criminal Investigation Department confirmed that an 18-year-old male was arrested yesterday, Thursday 20 February.

He has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and remains in police custody.

Detective Inspector Mark Astbury of GMP’s City Centre Criminal Investigation Department, said: “We hope the victim can continue his recovery following what must have been a terrifying ordeal for him.

“Officers are fully investigating all aspects of this shocking incident that has left a man with serious injuries in hospital.

“Our work doesn’t stop here, we are continuing to investigate this incident and information from the public plays an incredibly important role in our investigations and I ask that the community keep talking to us and keep sharing their concerns with us so our teams can act.”

If you have any information, contact GMP 101 or 0161 856 4305 quoting log 2854 of 16/2/25.

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Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials

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Trials are currently underway to see if comedy could be an alternative to antidepressants as a way to reduce NHS costs.

UK tech company Craic Health has secured important funding for its ‘comedy on prescription’ project that’s aimed at helping the Government work with the comedy industry, communities, and organisations on comedy-based social prescriptions in the hope that they can solve financial struggles within the NHS.

The groundbreaking scheme uses stand-up shows and workshops to help people who are isolated, lonely, and vulnerable.

Craic believes comedy is an ‘untapped opportunity’ to improve health and wellbeing, and has a goal to make comedy easier to access, so that it can help communities experience its mental health and social benefits.

To achieve this, the company has started trialling Comedy-on-Prescription experiences in the UK – starting in London, with the potential for expansion – which includes things like curated comedy panel game show events and workshops, and general stand-up comedy shows at some of the capital’s world-famous venues.

Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials / Credit: Wikimedia Commons

“Mental health issues like loneliness, isolation, and stress are more common than ever,” the company explains.

“So much so that it’s projected that by 2030, mental health problems, particularly depression, will be the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally, [but] in this challenging world, comedy stands out as a universal language that breaks barriers.

“Research shows that comedy and laughter have powerful effects – they bring people together, create positive connections, and make life more enjoyable.”

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Craic Health says that social prescribing, of which Comedy-on-Prescription is a part of, is all about inclusivity, which makes it making it suitable for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

Its focus is on personalised support, tailored to individual needs and preferences.

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