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A HOMESICK expat flew 690 miles to the UK for a stay of less than three hours — just to have a Nando’s.

Mark Rofe, 34, yearned for their trademark peri-peri chicken and had no interest in seeing family or friends during the whirlwind trip.

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Mark Rofe flew 690 miles to the UK for a stay of less than three hours — just to have a Nando’s[/caption]

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Mark yearned for their trademark peri-peri chicken and had no interest in seeing family or friends during the whirlwind trip[/caption]

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He flew from Barcelona to land at Gatwick Airport at 1.50pm on Wednesday — heading immediately to the chain’s restaurant in the South Terminal.

After feasting, he got on the 4.30pm flight back — taking a chicken wrap to have on the plane.

Marketer Mark said: “Nando’s has a place in my heart, and my belly.

“I know it’s not originally British but I think it’s part of British culture — I mean Ed Sheeran even wrote a song about Nando’s.

“Nothing even comes close to it in Spain.”

The South African chain has no branches in mainland Europe.

The entire trip, including flights, meal and some sauces to take home, cost £95.39.

Mark, originally from Haslemere, Surrey, said his family “thought I was a bit of an idiot and they’re not wrong”.

But he added: “I have no regrets.”

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He flew from Barcelona to land at Gatwick Airport at 1.50pm on Wednesday — heading immediately to the chain’s restaurant in the South Terminal[/caption]

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After feasting, he got on the 4.30pm flight back — taking a chicken wrap to have on the plane[/caption]

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The entire trip, including flights, meal and some sauces to take home, cost £95.39[/caption]

A BRITISH mum has written an agonising letter to her daughter who has been held captive by Hamas for nearly a year.

Writing with a mix of grief and hope, Mandy Damari called on the UK government to intensify its efforts to secure her daughter Emily’s release.

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Emily Damari has been held captive by Hamas for nearly a year[/caption]

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The 28-year-old is the only known British hostage still in Gaza[/caption]

Emily, who was taken during the devastating October 7 attacks last year, is the only known British hostage still in Gaza.

The 28-year-old’s life was shattered when Hamas terrorists abducted her from Kibbutz Kfar Aza, near the Gaza border, where she had been living.

During the assault, her beloved cockapoo, Choocha, was shot dead in her arms, and Emily herself suffered a gunshot wound to her hand before being taken hostage.

Mrs. Damari, 63, has been relentless in her campaign to free her daughter, traveling the globe and meeting with world leaders.

Despite these efforts, Emily remains in captivity, alongside over 100 other hostages.

As the anniversary of the attacks approaches, Mrs. Damari has expressed her mounting frustration, declaring that time is running out for her daughter.

“It is breaking my heart a little more, day by day,” she wrote.

“Soon there will be nothing left of my heart – or Emily.”

This week, in an act of desperation, Mrs. Damari traveled to Downing Street to deliver a personal letter to Prime Minister and Labour leader, Sir Keir Starmer.

She urged him to use all available resources—diplomatic pressure, negotiations, and humanitarian efforts—to bring her daughter home.

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A man walks past a giant billboard featuring portraits of Israeli hostages held in Gaza since the October 7 attack by Hamas[/caption]

“We don’t need tea and sympathy,” she said.

“We need actions, not words.”

Her poignant letter contains a direct message to Emily, the Daily Mail reports.

“Please keep strong, keep praying and just be your beautiful self that I love to the moon and back,” she wrote, adding, “You will come home.”

She signed off as “Mum who is always right,” referencing a tattoo Emily has in honour of her.

Mrs. Damari’s tireless activism reflects the agony of a parent who has been left disillusioned and panicked, feeling let down by the British government.

After a recent meeting with Sir Keir, she wrote of her frustration, questioning why she has had to plead for action.

“They are supposed to be intelligent people… aren’t the answers obvious to them?” she asked.

Her frustration deepened after learning about the execution of six hostages by Hamas, including Eden Yerushalmi, a young woman just four years younger than Emily, who had been starved and brutally killed.

On Monday, the world will mark a year since the October 7 attacks, when Hamas terrorists launched an unprecedented assault, killing 1,200 people in what has been described as the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust.

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It comes as…

• Israel launched airstrikes in Beirut and expanded no-go zone
•  Sinwar’s ‘right hand man’ was killed in bunker blitz in Gaza
•  Brits fleeing Lebanon in superyachts to Aiya Napa for £2,500
•  Iran could have nuclear missiles in six months, expert warns
•  Iran’s missile blitz ‘killed more of its own soldiers than Israelis’
•  Vid shows guards on Brit ship firing at Houthi drone boat
•  Eight IDF soldiers died in Hezbollah ambush in Lebanon
•  Israel plans revenge on Iran from secret mountain bunker

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Yet, as Mrs. Damari points out, many in the UK remain unaware that a British citizen is still being held hostage.

Tomorrow, Mrs. Damari will continue her campaign with a speech in London’s Hyde Park, calling on the British government to do more.

Her message is clear: time is running out, and her daughter’s life hangs in the balance.

It comes as Israel wiped out 250 Hezbollah terrorists in just four days since the invasion into Lebanon, says the nation’s military.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are continuing to fight on multiple fronts across the Middle East with Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei even defending Hamas’ October 7 massacre today.

Israel launched their ground offensive into Lebanon this week as they continue to look to eliminate Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah from the Middle East.

The IDF announced the precise operations have already wrecked the Iranian proxy – blasting militants, weapons sites and infrastructure.

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Their ground offensive was met with a strong reaction from arch rivals Iran who have invested billions in Hezbollah to train them up to help fight their battles.

Israel also says they have eliminated the “top three tiers” of Hezbollah’s terror leadership.

Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant pledged “more surprises in store” for Hezbollah after the assassination of their leader Hassan Nasrallah.

Gallant said: “Hezbollah is receiving very severe blows, one after the other.”

So far, ground clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants have been confined to a narrow strip along the border.

At least nine Israeli soldiers have been killed in battles as troops are advancing in southern Lebanon trying to wipe out Hezbollah fighters.

The new wave of strikes came after Israel issued another evacuation order for communities across southern Lebanon.

Thousands of civilians have already fled the country’s south as the showdown between Hezbollah and Israel intensifies.

Israel expanded its no-go zone and told citizens to urgently leave 25 areas.

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Apartment blocks and family homes have been ruined in the recent strikes[/caption]

CHRISTMAS is on the horizon, but the run-up to the festive season does not have to damage your finances.

The key to frugal festivities is organisation, pouncing on the best deals and not impulse-buying, according to experts.

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Dani Whitehead, of the credit-building firm Loqbox, said: “Vendors know they can take advantage of high demand and last-minute shoppers. Do shopping early and avoid higher prices and queues.”

Harriet Cooke looks at key sales dates and other tips to spread the cost.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

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Morrisons is selling two tubs of famous-name chocolates for £8 at the moment[/caption]

FOR chocolates and sweets, look for the supermarket loyalty scheme deals or multi-buy offers starting this month.

At the moment, Morrisons is selling two tubs of famous-name chocolates for £8.

Sarah-Jane Outten, of My VoucherCodes, said: “Many of the deals come to an end as soon as December kicks in.”

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

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IT is not too early to draw up a list of potential gifts for loved ones, so you can monitor prices and get the best deals.

Shopping comparison site idealo.co.uk allows you to set up email alerts if your chosen items fall to a certain price.

There is a handy graph to show you the item’s lowest cost all year, giving you a target.

Only buy from reputable sites that you have heard of and trust, and never buy at full price.

TUE & WED, OCTOBER 8-9

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FOR early gift-hunters, Amazon is holding a day of discounts and deals for Prime members, with brands including LG, Sony, Bose and Tefal.

A similar Prime Day in July saw a Ring doorbell and Amazon Echo bundle previously costing £145 reduced to £60.

Check the product’s price history on  camelcamel.com to see how good the deal is.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11

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Bookings at Ocado, Asda and Morrisons are already open[/caption]

PLAN your Christmas food delivery. Supermarkets typically open up their Christmas delivery slots in October and November, with

Sainsbury’s opening its bookings around mid-October and Tesco in early November. Bookings at Ocado, Asda and Morrisons are already open.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15

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Check out supermarket toy sales. Sainsbury’s and Smyths are expected to be around mid-October[/caption]

ON the hunt for kids’ presents? Check out supermarket toy sales. Sainsbury’s and Smyths are expected to be around mid-October, with discounted Lego, Barbie, Nerf, Hot Wheels, and Playmobil gifts up for grabs.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20

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Never buy perfume or aftershave at full price and research its previous highest and lowest prices[/caption]

CHECK out the “Fragrance Star Gift” deals at Boots, with discounts on brands such as Boss, Jimmy Choo and Rabanne. Choo perfume, for example, is £33, down from £55, and CK One was £74, now £34.

It ends on October 22, but Boots will have discounts on health and beauty products all the way through November.

Never buy perfume or aftershave at full price and research its previous highest and lowest prices.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23

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This week on Amazon you could get a Disney Princess advent calendar for £8, with an RRP of £21.99[/caption]

IF you are buying an advent calendar, particularly a pricey one containing toys, fragrance, books or booze, search online for discounts to avoid buying them at a premium on November 30.

For example, this week on Amazon you could get a Disney Princess advent calendar for £8, with an RRP of £21.99.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1

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BLACK Friday is not officially until the end of the month, but the sales typically kick off weeks before.

Liz Hunter, of MoneyExpert.com, said: Black Friday’s reputation as the cheapest time for Christmas shopping is often overstated.

“In fact, a study by Which? found that just one in 50 Black Friday deals are at their cheapest price on the day of the sales extravaganza.

“So if you spot a good deal before Black Friday or Cyber Monday, grab it while you can.”

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7

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Check out the Disney Store website to get a code for 25 per cent off toys[/caption]

ANY Disney fans in the family? Check out the Disney Store website to get a code for 25 per cent off toys, such as this Mickey Mouse soft toy.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14

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FOR sports-related presents, Adidas normally has 50 per cent off selected items around this time.

Later in the month, Nike has 25 per cent off for spending £50 or more.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18

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November is a good time for getting in the festive booze, with supermarkets typically offering 1-litre bottles of Baileys for £10[/caption]

MID to late November is a good time for getting in the festive booze, with supermarkets typically offering 1-litre bottles of Baileys for £10.

Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Asda usually offer 25 per cent off six or more bottles of wine, sparkling wine or prosecco around now.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23

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The last week of November has previously seen French Connection doing 30 per cent off[/caption]

GET an array of discounts on designer and high street clothing brands online.

The last week of November has previously seen French Connection doing 30 per cent off, Asos 80 per cent, Disney Store 30 per cent, Ralph Lauren 30 per cent, Urban Outfitters 50 per cent, Gap 20 per cent and Selfridges 20 per cent.

Some shops discount everything, but with others it is only selected items.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25

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‘Reusing last year’s giftwrap leaves more money in the pot to buy the actual presents’[/caption]

WITH one month to go, check your wrapping paper supplies before buying any more.

Amy Knight, of NerdWallet, said: “Reusing last year’s giftwrap leaves more money in the pot to buy the actual presents.”

BLACK FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29

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Cyber Monday offers another round of online discounts. If you are looking for tech for Christmas, such as a Fitbit or iPad[/caption]

IT’S Black Friday – the year’s biggest shopping day, with deals of up to 80 per cent off.

Cyber Monday offers another round of online discounts. If you are looking for tech for Christmas, such as a Fitbit or iPad, it is a good time to look, especially if you are prepared to buy an older model rather than the latest.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30

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GET a letter from Santa by sending one to the big man himself at Santa/Father Christmas, Santa’s Grotto, Reindeerland, XM4 5HQ.

Include your full name and address and don’t forget to put a stamp on it.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1

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Last year’s complimentary handouts included a box of chocs and an Apothecary reed diffuser, each worth £6, and Percy Pigs, which usually cost £2[/caption]

MARKS & Spencer is likely to start its “12 Days of M&S” online daily deals, with discounts and freebies for members of its loyalty scheme.

Last year’s complimentary handouts included a box of chocs and an Apothecary reed diffuser, each worth £6, and Percy Pigs, which usually cost £2.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7

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STARTING from the first Saturday of December and lasting for two weeks, American Express cardholders can normally get £5 cashback for a minimum spend of £15 or more at selected local businesses, normally including clothes shops and hairdressers, after registering their Amex card with the Shop Small website.

It is a great way to cut costs and helps your community.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10

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Large delivery companies have struggled to clear the backlog of parcels before Christmas Day, so get orders in by early December[/caption]

THE last days for online Christmas orders are normally between December 16 and 20, depending on the retailer.

But do not leave it until then. In recent years, large delivery companies have struggled to clear the backlog of parcels before Christmas Day, so get orders in by early December.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12

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Look out for deals on board games around this time[/caption]

SMYTHS Toys was running a three-for-two sale on board games about this time last year, so keep an eye out for another promotion.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15

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John Lewis normally does half-price on selected decorations around now[/caption]

MID-December and onwards presents the best opportunity for getting some bargain Christmas decorations. John Lewis, for example, normally does half-price on selected ones around now.

M&S tends to discount from early December.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18

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Keep on top of your posting dates to keep costs down by avoiding First Class stamps[/caption]

DASH to the post box! It is the last day for sending Christmas cards by Second Class post, which costs 85p per stamp.

Send by this date or earlier, or you will need to pay for a First Class stamp, which rises to £1.65 on Monday, for which the last date to post in time for Christmas is December 20.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19

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Don’t buy any Christmas dinner veg until supermarkets start slashing prices to 19p per kilo. This normally happens around now.