14 h. ago Air fryer and coffee machine health alerts as people told to make check

The interior of the air fryer, particularly the basket, can become a breeding ground for mould if not properly cleaned and dried after each use, experts warn

Society

19 h. ago ‘Sack’ Snicko: England and Australia frustrated by DRS drama again in third Ashes Test

Smith dismissal echoes confusion of opening dayStarc heard through mic calling for Snicko to be ‘sacked’England’s batting coach, Marcus Trescothick, described the use of the decision review system in the third Ashes Test as “not ideal”, at the end of another day of questionable spikes, dubious frame-alignment and a dismissal of Jamie Smith that echoed the confusion of the opening day.The DRS technology in use in Australia was widely criticised on day one after Alex Carey had been wrongly reprieved by the third umpire after feathering a catch to Jamie Smith on 72. The culprit in that case appears to have been operator error involving a mismatch of sound-wave and picture frame selection. Continue reading...

Events

42 h. ago Ashes: Snicko admit mistake made as England fume over Alex Carey reprieve

Snicko technology turned down England appeals, but a mistake has now been admitted

Politics

43 h. ago Smeg espresso and cold brew coffee machine review: I tested Smeg's luxury cold brew espresso machine

Smeg's espresso and cold brew machine is a simple affair with a retro design and small steam wand for milk-based drinks.

Politics

61 h. ago Swanky coffee machines are an essential in a middle class kitchen

How much do you actually need to spend to get a decent cup of coffee at home? And can you really get the same quality cup from a cafetiere or should you buy a fully integrated bean-to-cup?

Politics

64 h. ago Coffee fans snag 'compact' home machines with up to 58% off in deal

Shoppers can create Costa, Cadbury and L'OR hot drinks in their own homes

Economics

6 d. ago I’ve used Breville’s bambino plus coffee machine for a year — here’s my honest review

The compact espresso machine is perfect for small spaces

Politics

6 d. ago Best cafetiere: I've tested dozens of french press coffee makers, these are the ones that deliver great tasting coffee

If you're a dedicated cafetiere fan, even the greatest bean-to-cup coffee machines and easy to to use pod coffee machines won't sway you from this traditional brewing method.

Politics

1 week ago Get Nespresso milk frother for less than £2 and mugs for free in deal stack

The Nespresso Vertuo Pop Coffee Pod Machine Barista Bundle usually retails at £199, but through TopCashback, new members can get it for £77.15

Economics

1 week ago Coffee fans snap up Nespresso milk frother for less than £2 in a little

The deal stack will leave shoppers with a milk frother, coffee machine, pods and two mugs for less than what the milk frother usually costs on its own

Economics

2 w. ago Black Friday deals 2025 – live: Best Cyber Monday sales, recommended by our consumer experts

The Independent’s consumer experts are finding the best Cyber Monday discounts on laptops, electric toothbrushes, coffee machines and more – follow live for the latest

Economics

2 w. ago Currys Black Friday sale promises ‘lowest ever prices’ on coffee machines, tech and more

Here are my picks for the best Currys Black Friday tech deals on HP, Samsung and moreFollow live: All the best Black Friday 2025 deals

Economics

2 w. ago Black Friday deals for 2025 – live: Best offers, recommended by our consumer experts

The Independent’s consumer experts are finding the best discounts on laptops, electric toothbrushes, coffee machines and more – follow live for the latest

Economics

2 w. ago Best coffee machines tried and tested by the OK! team and now in Black Friday sales

We've tried and tested a range of coffee machines, from pod to bean-to-cup, and these are the ones that have impressed us the most – and they're all on sale right now

Politics

2 w. ago 8 best Black Friday deals on coffee machines tried and tested by a former barista

Looking for a new home coffee machine? We've put some of the most popular models to the test – and they're all now currently reduced in the 2025 Black Friday sales

Economics

2 w. ago Our reviews expert recommended Black Friday appliance deals on coffee machines, robovacs and more: "These are the best tested products to buy"

These are my top tested Black Friday picks across kitchen, cleaning and more. Whether you're on the look out for an air fryer deal or an early christmas present, these are my top recommendations.

Economics

2 w. ago 'L'Or Barista machine that saved me hundreds on coffee is 37% off today for Black Friday'

We tested the sleek and classy L'Or Barista Absolu coffee machine to see if it's worth £74.99

Politics

3 w. ago ‘Our underachieving careers make the friendship easier’: Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater on Blue Moon and their 32

As they launch their 10th film together, the actor and director look back on how their stellar careers have progressed in tandem, through co-stars’ addictions and Hollywood pressures‘I like this, it’s good,” Ethan Hawke tells Richard Linklater, midway through a lively digression that has already hopped from politics to the Beatles to the late films of John Huston. “What’s good?” asks Linklater. “All of this,” says Hawke, by which he means the London hotel suite with its coffee table, couch and matching upholstered armchairs; the whole chilly machinery of the international press junket. “I like that we get to spend a couple of days in a room,” he says. “It feels like a continuation of the same conversation we’ve been having for the past 32 years.”It’s all about the conversation with Linklater and Hawke. The two men like to talk; often the talk sparks a film. The director and actor first met backstage at a play in 1993 (“Sophistry, by Jon Marc Sherman,” says Linklater) and wound up ch...

Politics

3 w. ago ‘It felt dangerous. You got naggy’: Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater on power, combovers and Blue Moon

Ahead of their 11th movie together, the actor and director discuss musicals, the legacy of Philip Seymour Hoffman and what being bald and 5ft tall does to your flirting skills ‘I like this, it’s good,” Ethan Hawke tells Richard Linklater, midway through a lively digression that has already hopped from politics to the Beatles to the late films of John Huston. “What’s good?” asks Linklater. “All of this,” says Hawke, by which he means the London hotel suite with its coffee table, couch and matching upholstered armchairs; the whole chilly machinery of the international press junket. “I like that we get to spend a couple of days in a room,” he says. “It feels like a continuation of the same conversation we’ve been having for the past 32 years.”It’s all about the conversation with Linklater and Hawke. The two men like to talk; often the talk sparks a film. The director and actor first met backstage at a play in 1993 (“Sophistry, by Jon Marc Sherman,” says Linklater) and wound up chatting...

Politics

3 w. ago I tried 20 Christmas sandwiches from UK supermarkets — the best was a tie

UK supermarkets have rolled out tasty sandwiches reminiscent of Christmas dinner. I set out to find which options are worth trying

Politics