5 h. ago Iconic dress brainteaser has a sequel as people can't work out colour of flip flops

A pair of flip flops have sparked a debate as social media users try to figure out whether they're blue and black or white and gold, just like the viral dress that caused uproar 10 years ago

Politics

1 week ago Chinese car maker launches odd new feature to relieve road rage

Xpeng has debuted the 'Road Rage Reliever'. At the press of a button, drivers can fling anything from virtual angry faces, flip-flops and even pigs at an offending motorist. Here's how it works...

Transport

1 week ago Time to remember Meredith: Lawyer hits out at Amanda Knox after she poses up a storm at premiere of series based on her ex

Amanda and her boyfriend at the time, Raffaele Sollecito, were convicted in their first trial of killing Meredith but after another round of flip-flop verdicts, they were ultimately exonerated.

Events

2 w. ago Trump’s critics say Putin ‘flattered’ Trump at the Alaska summit. Europe’s leaders aim to do the same

Trump’s meeting with Putin rolled back key red lines that Zelensky says Ukraine won’t cross. But Europe could be relying on Trump to flip-flop once again, writes John Bowden

Politics

2 w. ago Why you should never drive in flip flops or sliders as you could hit you with 5,000 fine

As the UK heatwave continues, many Brits have been whipping out their summer clothes and sandals to beat the heat - but maybe you shouldn't drive like you're at the beach

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2 w. ago Sunbed wars continue across Europe as people line up by pool gates in the early hours and 'sprint' to grab their spot in 'embarrassing' holiday trend

Sunseekers armed with towels, suncream, and flip flops were captured queuing at pool gates from as early as 6am just to bag their favourite lounger in resorts across Spain, Greece and Portugal

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3 w. ago Provocative? Polarising? Or just plain weird? Welcome to ugly shoe summer

Vibram’s toe-spreading styles are the ubiquitous side of a trend that can be traced back to 15th-century JapanWhen it comes to summer style muses, Jane Birkin in a pair of woven sandals or plimsoll sneakers strolling around Provence was once the perennial reference. But change is afoot. This summer’s biggest footwear muses include kayakers and barefoot running enthusiasts.The most surprising yet desired shoes in fashion right now include rubber flip-flops, neoprene slip-on water shoes and Vibram’s FiveFingers, a glove-like fitness shoe that punctuates each individual toe. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Moment tourists tackle and detain migrants landing on packed Spanish beach

Beachgoers in Spain had their day out take a turn when a boat carrying 13 migrants landed on a jam packed beach as flip flop wearing tourists tackled them

Society

4 w. ago 'Idiot' tourist risks jail by walking on Yellowstone National Park forbidden zone

The man has been slammed online after he was seen walking in flip-flops over a delicate eco-system in Yellowstone National Park. 'Thermal trespassing' is punishable by fines, park bans, and even jail time

Events