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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Martti Suosalo has a surprising weakness that his partner Virpi had to intervene in

Actor Martti Suosalo revealed his susceptibility to impulse purchases which led to his partner Virpi intervening when he bought an unnecessary air mattress.

Mar 23 • 07:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I checked Simba’s website - then found the same mattress £550 cheaper elsewhere'

A shopper finds a significant price difference for a mattress listed on a third-party retailer compared to the manufacturer's website.

Mar 22 • 04:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Mattress Dollars": What Retirees Should Consider to Join the Simplified Income Tax Regime

The Argentine government has introduced the Simplified Income Tax Regime to encourage retirees to bring their informal savings into the economy.

Mar 19 • 17:27 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

In Lazdynai - Special Services Activity: A Burning Mattress Thrown Out of the Window

In Lazdynai, special services were activated following reports of a burning mattress thrown from a window.

Mar 17 • 18:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Dusk 'cloud' mattress topper that gives 'best night's sleep' of your life gets price cut

The Dusk 'cloud' mattress topper promises an exceptionally comfortable sleep and is currently available at a discounted price.

Mar 15 • 14:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

We asked 815 readers for the best place to buy a mattress – and no, it isn’t John Lewis

A survey of 815 Telegraph readers reveals their preferred mattress brands, highlighting a shift in shopping habits and varied preferences.

Mar 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Vacation in a Hotel: Extra Cost for the Mattress

The article reflects on the decline of air travel comfort over the decades, linking it to the rise of low-cost airlines that prioritize cheap fares over passenger experience.

Mar 12 • 12:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Simplified Income Regime: the most frequently asked questions about how to deposit dollars that are 'under the mattress'

The Argentine government has introduced a simplified income tax regime aimed at encouraging citizens to deposit previously unreported dollars into the formal financial system.

Mar 11 • 19:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

Couple keep their mattress for 54 years – here’s why they say you don’t need a new one every eight

A couple advocates for the longevity of mattresses, sharing their 54-year experience and highlighting the importance of maintenance.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Dollars from the 'mattress': Argentina is the second country in the world with the most foreign currency outside the system, according to the BCRA

Argentina holds an estimated $250 billion outside its financial system, ranking second globally, just behind Russia.

Mar 10 • 16:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What position does Argentina occupy in a global ranking of underground economies

Argentina ranks second in the world for the amount of cash held outside the financial system, highlighting the significant issue of 'under-the-mattress' savings.

Mar 10 • 13:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Letters from readers: Nonsense, and Justice?, dollars in the mattress

This article features letters from readers discussing their concerns about justice and political narratives in Argentina, particularly in relation to Cristina Kirchner.

Mar 10 • 03:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From the Mattress to the Market: The Three Dollar Investment Alternatives Recommended by Experts

Investment interest is rising in Argentina as experts recommend corporate bonds, short-term sovereign debt, and common funds in dollars as preferred options for those looking to invest previously saved dollars.

Mar 6 • 13:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Dollar deposits reach a record since Convertibility, but banks say that savings 'under the mattress' have not yet arrived

Dollar deposits in Argentina have hit a historic high of over $39 billion, but banks indicate that savings held outside the banking system have yet to be brought in.

Mar 6 • 13:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The death of five young people in Manlleu was accidental after a mattress caught fire from a cigarette butt

Five teenagers died accidentally in Manlleu after a mattress ignited from a cigarette butt, leading to toxic smoke inhalation, according to the police investigation.

Mar 6 • 11:59 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Sleep Week is almost here: Shop the best mattress, bedding and pillow deals now

Sleep Week, from March 8 to 14, features significant discounts on mattresses, bedding, and pillows as highlighted by the National Sleep Foundation.

Mar 5 • 15:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Video: the Banco Nación warning for Argentinians to take dollars out from under the mattress

Banco Nación launches a humorous advertisement urging Argentinians to deposit cash savings instead of keeping them hidden at home.

Mar 5 • 13:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Guns and ammunition found hidden inside a sofa and under a mattress in a district of Manhuaçu

Police discovered firearms and ammunition concealed in various locations within a home in Manhuaçu, Brazil, during a search based on allegations of illegal possession.

Mar 2 • 15:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

I’m a hot sleeper and these cooling mattresses gave me a more comfortable night’s sleep

This article reviews cooling mattresses designed to help hot sleepers achieve a more comfortable night's sleep.

Mar 2 • 13:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What they are asking for: banks hunt for "mattress dollars," though there are still few deposits

Banks in Argentina are launching campaigns to attract under-the-mattress dollars amid limited deposits since the introduction of a fiscal amnesty.

Feb 27 • 20:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Missing elderly woman found lying on a mattress in the woods in MG

An 80-year-old woman missing for over 24 hours was found in the woods in Formiga, Brazil, experiencing confusion and signs of hypothermia.

Feb 26 • 13:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

How to choose a mattress: what is marketing and what is essential

The article discusses essential factors to consider when choosing a mattress, separating marketing claims from genuine benefits.

Feb 25 • 08:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rain in Minas: federal government will transfer money for the purchase of mattresses and supplies and advance Bolsa Família and BPC

The federal government of Brazil will provide funds to municipalities in Minas Gerais to assist families displaced by heavy rains with mattress and food purchases, while also advancing welfare payments.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fire Hits Mattress Factory in São José de Ribamar, in Greater São Luís

A fire at a mattress factory in São José de Ribamar caused significant damage and destroyed up to 90% of its products, although there were no injuries reported.

Feb 23 • 17:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why does a mattress store in São Paulo have a bar and even champagne?

A new mattress store in São Paulo, Pillowmed, is redefining the shopping experience by welcoming customers with drinks, including champagne, to enhance their purchasing journey.

Feb 22 • 09:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Dusk’s under-£400 mattress that 'literally hugs you' has been hailed 'antidote to stress'

Dusk's affordable hybrid mattress, combining memory foam and 4000 pocket springs, is gaining acclaim as a stress-relieving sleep solution.

Feb 21 • 07:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

This zippered mattress cover is a hit for its effectiveness against dust mites, dust, and dirt

A new effective zippered mattress cover is gaining popularity for protecting against allergens like dust mites and dirt.

Feb 21 • 05:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Team GB's Matt Weston's go-to mattress for recovery comes with a free bedding bundle

Matt Weston, the Olympic gold medallist, highlights the importance of quality sleep for recovery, promoting a mattress from Dreams beds now available with a free bedding bundle.

Feb 20 • 08:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Dollars from the Mattress: The Government Opens the Door to Brokerage Firms and Crypto Platforms

The Argentine government has authorized brokerage firms and crypto asset service providers to accept previously informal dollars, stocks, bonds, and tokens under a simplified tax regime.

Feb 19 • 21:29 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Dollars from the Mattress: Caputo Pressures Banks and Brokerage Houses Can Accept Savings Directly

The Argentine government is facilitating efforts for individuals to deposit their hidden dollar savings directly into banks and brokerage houses without needing additional information, as part of a strategy to strengthen the economy.

Feb 19 • 19:04 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: 8 best mattress toppers of 2026 for ultimate comfort

This article reviews the best mattress toppers of 2026, highlighting their benefits for sleep quality and comfort.

Feb 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Dollars 'in the mattress': banks do not need to request any documentation for deposits under $9,769

The Argentine government is promoting a law to encourage individuals to deposit their savings in banks without needing documentation for deposits below $9,769.

Feb 18 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Amazon's 'life changing' mattress topper with 4,400+ reviews now under £30

Amazon offers a popular mattress topper priced at £29.99 that has received over 4,400 five-star reviews for its ability to rejuvenate old mattresses.

Feb 18 • 18:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The mattress fire that trapped five young people in a rat trap in Manlleu

A mattress fire in a confined space led to the tragic deaths of five young individuals in Manlleu, Spain, with authorities suspecting the fire was started by a discarded cigarette.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The investment instrument they are betting on to attract mattress dollars

Investment funds in foreign currencies that allow yielding returns from corporate bonds have surpassed $1 billion under management in Argentina recently.

Feb 17 • 19:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Luxury' mattress sale offers free bedding worth up to £836 – but you'll need to act fast

Simba is offering a free bedding bundle worth up to £836 with the purchase of its Hybrid mattresses in a seasonal promotion until February 26.

Feb 17 • 15:53 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The consumer demanded a refund for the sunken mattress. What did the consumer dispute committee decide?

A consumer sought a refund for a sunken mattress, highlighting ongoing disputes over product quality, particularly for long-term use items like mattresses.

Feb 17 • 15:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

I try the best mattress vacuum cleaners to eliminate dust and mites

The article reviews the top mattress vacuum cleaners designed to effectively eliminate dust and mites, ensuring a cleaner and healthier home environment.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Tackle stubborn mattress stains by rubbing them with common household product

A cleaning expert shares a simple method for removing stubborn mattress stains using everyday household items.

Feb 15 • 12:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Discover what it's like to experience the store that turned into a 'sleep spa' in São Paulo

A new store in São Paulo offers an innovative shopping experience by transforming traditional mattress shopping into a luxurious 'sleep spa.'

Feb 15 • 09:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Shoppers rush for £24 'cloud' mattress toppers that ease backache and relieve pressure points

Cloud mattress toppers are trending among shoppers for their comfort and ability to help alleviate back pain and improve sleep quality with a relatively low investment.

Feb 14 • 14:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Emma mattress 'good for people with back pain' slashed by £165: 'I've slept so well'

Emma is offering substantial discounts on its mattresses aimed at providing comfort, especially for back pain sufferers, during a Valentine’s promotional sale.

Feb 13 • 21:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Woman wakes up in night with 'heavy chest' then realizes why

A woman in Slovenia discovered that the cause of her discomfort during the night was her cat, who was using her as a mattress.

Feb 13 • 12:06 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

Deal alert: Shop these top mattress & bedding sales in Canada

Canadians can find great sales on mattresses and bedding to improve sleep quality, amid a ranking of being the third most sleep-deprived country.

Feb 12 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Mattress ends up on the roof of a house during strong winds in a city in Piauí

A mattress was blown onto the roof of a house in Floriano, Piauí, during strong winds, creating a viral moment on social media.

Feb 11 • 19:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Permanent Popular Amnesty: What is the fine print of the regime that seeks to get Argentines to take "dollars out from under the mattress"

The Argentine government has implemented a new tax regime aiming to encourage citizens to bring their hidden dollars into the economy, offering reduced scrutiny on personal expenditures and wealth changes.

Feb 11 • 13:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mum thought her symptoms were down to mattress - but it was leukaemia

A mother, initially believing her back pain was caused by an old mattress, was shocked to learn she had aggressive leukaemia after her symptoms worsened and medical tests failed to reveal the true cause.

Feb 11 • 11:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Economy Ministry promoted the law to bring dollars out of the mattress to operators

Argentina's Economy Ministry held a meeting with local capital market leaders to promote a new law intended to stimulate the circulation of dollars that are currently hoarded by citizens.

Feb 11 • 00:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mattress dollars: ARCA exempts interest from taxes on dollar deposits

Argentina's tax agency ARCA has declared that interest earned on foreign currency deposits will not be subject to income tax withholdings.

Feb 10 • 13:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Another carrot to get dollars out of the mattress: the interest generated will not pay taxes

A new regulation in Argentina exempts interest on foreign currency deposits from income tax, encouraging citizens to formalize their dollar holdings.

Feb 10 • 12:02 UTC

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