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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Aldi shopper says people make same mistake that 'doubles' supermarket bills

An Aldi shopper highlights a common mistake that can significantly increase bills during grocery shopping.

Feb 26 • 09:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tesco announces huge change to supermarket - but it's only for a month

Tesco introduces a limited-edition menu featuring trendy new items in its in-store cafés for one month.

Feb 26 • 09:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The smell of cleanliness and discounts: 'Iki' is hosting the long-awaited 'Cleanliness Fiesta' with discounts of up to 50 percent.

Lithuania's supermarket chain 'Iki' launches 'Cleanliness Fiesta' offering substantial discounts on cleaning products as spring cleaning season begins.

Feb 26 • 08:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Supermarket Merchants Say Allowing Early Morning Deliveries for Large Retailers is a Death Sentence for Local Businesses

Supermarket merchants in South Korea oppose amendments to the Distribution Industry Development Act that would allow large retailers to conduct early morning deliveries, claiming it threatens local economies.

Feb 26 • 06:48 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Delicia Supermarket in Nagano Warned for Antitrust Law Violation; Uses Supplier Employees for Display Work Without Pay

The Delicia supermarket chain in Nagano, Japan, has been warned by the Fair Trade Commission for potentially violating antitrust laws by making supplier employees perform display work without compensation.

Feb 26 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Too Mush, the lion's mane mushroom steaks that want to make a space on the supermarket shelf

The Spanish brand Too Mush is introducing ready-to-eat lion's mane mushroom products, aiming to popularize this nutritious fungus in households and restaurants.

Feb 26 • 04:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Budget 89p supermarket jam crowned best in new taste test beating Hartley's

Aldi's budget jam surprised taste testers by outperforming the well-known Hartley's brand in a recent supermarket jam taste test.

Feb 26 • 02:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Supermarket hot chocolate beats Hotel Chocolat in taste test for half the price

A taste test reveals that a supermarket's hot chocolate surpasses premium brands like Hotel Chocolat, offering a better flavor at half the price.

Feb 25 • 14:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Clerk arrested for stealing Coca-Cola Zero, hair cream, and energy drinks at his own workplace

A 31-year-old stock clerk was arrested for stealing from the supermarket where he worked in Boa Vista, Brazil.

Feb 25 • 14:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Coffee, baked beans and Yorkshire puddings ranked the best at cheap supermarket

The Mirror reports that coffee, baked beans, and Yorkshire puddings are among the top-rated food products at the UK's cheapest supermarket, Aldi, as consumers seek to save money amid rising food prices.

Feb 25 • 14:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

American visits Sainsbury's for first time and floored by price differences

An American woman shares her astonishment at the variety and pricing of groceries during her first visit to Sainsbury's in the UK.

Feb 25 • 11:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Another supermarket chain received contaminated meat: by the time they received test results, it was no longer on the shelves

A Lithuanian supermarket chain, Maxima, has been alerted to Salmonella contamination in fresh chicken thighs from Poland, which was discovered only after the product had expired.

Feb 25 • 10:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Thieves rob supermarket and take eight employees hostage in Moema, South Zone of SP

Five armed thieves robbed a supermarket in Moema, São Paulo, taking eight employees hostage but ultimately leaving without any cash.

Feb 25 • 10:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sainsbury's introduces major change in stores in the run-up to Easter

Sainsbury's is implementing significant discounts on selected Easter eggs for loyalty cardholders in preparation for Easter 2023.

Feb 25 • 09:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Mercadona distributes 780 million euros in profits among its 112,000 employees

Mercadona has announced the distribution of 780 million euros in bonuses from profits to its employees, alongside other initiatives aimed at improving their purchasing power.

Feb 25 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Judge in Coles court case questions whether ACCC case has to fail

A judge has raised doubts about the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's case against Coles, which accuses the supermarket of misleading consumers with deceptive discount practices.

Feb 25 • 01:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Paula, the 'service provider' for drug traffickers who fled with a million euros in supermarket bags

A major drug trafficking network operating in Spain and beyond was dismantled, resulting in significant arrests and the seizure of over 3,400 kilos of cocaine.

Feb 24 • 23:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Lidl Approaches One Hundred Billion. Profits Remain in Czechia

Lidl's revenue is nearing 100 billion, with profits maintained in Czech Republic.

Feb 24 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

D. Dundulis, head of 'Norfa', on competitors and G9: For now, 'Lidl' will operate

Dainius Dundulis, head of the Norfa supermarket chain in Lithuania, discusses the chain's success and competition in the retail market.

Feb 24 • 14:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Supermarket and cash-and-carry chain offers 82 job vacancies in the region; see locations

A supermarket group is offering 82 job vacancies in various roles across its units in the Campinas region of Brazil.

Feb 24 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Iceland shopper pays £4 for lucky bag and is floored by contents

An Iceland shopper purchased a mystery lucky bag for £4 and was pleasantly surprised by its contents.

Feb 24 • 10:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shoppers told 'don't panic buy' as supermarket shelves left empty

Shoppers in the UK are facing empty supermarket shelves and rising food prices due to severe weather disrupting supply chains, particularly for fresh produce like strawberries and raspberries.

Feb 24 • 09:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I eat sourdough bread every day - 1 supermarket wins on taste

A writer shares their experience of trying various sourdough breads from different supermarkets, ultimately favoring M&S's San Francisco Style Sourdough for its superior taste.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Head & Shoulders: why does this supermarket anti-dandruff shampoo leave hair so shiny?

The article discusses the surprising effectiveness of Head & Shoulders shampoo, highlighting its ability to not only combat dandruff but also leave hair feeling shiny and light, a revelation shared by users online.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Trial of police officer who ran over and killed woman in front of supermarket starts this Monday (23)

The trial of military police officer Alan Melo Martins, accused of running over and killing Silvinha Pereira da Silva in Rio Branco, Brazil, begins this Monday and is expected to conclude Wednesday.

Feb 23 • 15:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Court Orders Psychiatric Evaluation of Man Accused of Assaulting Lesbian Couple in Supermarket in BH

A court in Belo Horizonte has ordered a mental health evaluation for a man accused of verbally assaulting a lesbian couple in a supermarket, pausing the related criminal proceedings.

Feb 23 • 15:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Morrisons shoppers say 'write to your MP' as supermarket introduces new fee

Morrisons customers in Stakeford are upset over a new fee for cash withdrawals from ATMs at their local convenience store.

Feb 23 • 14:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The love story of Nicolás Keenan and Rob Jetten: from a crush in a supermarket to being the talk of the town

The article narrates the love story between Argentine hockey player Nicolás Keenan and Dutch politician Rob Jetten, highlighting their relationship's public prominence amid Jetten's political success.

Feb 23 • 13:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

F1 champ Jenson Button takes on supermarket cashiers in high-speed scanning race

Jenson Button faced off against supermarket cashiers in a speed scanning challenge, ultimately losing to Rofiat Adeleke who won the Doritos Scan Grand Prix.

Feb 23 • 12:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The 'Iki' team grows from within: every fourth new employee is recommended by a colleague

The 'Iki' supermarket chain is successfully expanding its workforce through a recommendation program, highlighting the value of employee referrals for building a cohesive and innovative company culture.

Feb 23 • 10:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New M&S stores confirmed so far as supermarket reveals 'wish list' of 500 locations

M&S has outlined a plan to open new stores in several locations, including Northwich, Abingdon, and Stonehaven, while also revealing a wish list of 500 potential future locations.

Feb 23 • 09:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Murder on the Street in the Quarter of the 'Maranza'. Residents in Rome Forced to Curfew

A murder in a Roman supermarket district highlights the escalating safety concerns in the Cornelia area, where residents feel compelled to impose a curfew due to crime.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Soldier is arrested after assaulting a police officer and other police officers in a supermarket parking lot in Vitória

A military police officer in Espírito Santo, Brazil, was arrested for assaulting colleagues in a supermarket parking lot during a violent altercation.

Feb 22 • 18:20 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Coles in court: the high-stakes battle over the price of your groceries – podcast

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is suing Coles over allegations of providing misleading discounts on everyday products, as the supermarket maintains its innocence in court.

Feb 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I tried 5 supermarket frozen chips - winner tasted better than McCain at £1.60 less

A taste test of five frozen chip brands reveals a supermarket option that surpasses McCain in flavor at a lower price.

Feb 22 • 11:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Popular UK supermarket launches new chocolate that's ‘better than Cadbury Creme Eggs’

Marks and Spencer has introduced a new Easter treat called Sunny Side Up Whips, which are being compared to the popular Cadbury Creme Eggs by shoppers.

Feb 22 • 10:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman found dead at Slough Iceland in front of horrified shoppers as cops swarm store

A 42-year-old woman was found dead in the car park of an Iceland supermarket in Slough, prompting a police investigation that confirmed the death is not suspicious.

Feb 22 • 10:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Supermarket cashier in Britain fired for not paying for a bottle of water worth five crowns

A supermarket cashier in Britain has been dismissed for failing to pay for a bottle of water costing five crowns.

Feb 22 • 04:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Teacher's shame as she 'punches shopper in face over rotisserie chicken'

A UK teacher has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a shopper over a dispute regarding the last rotisserie chicken in a supermarket queue.

Feb 21 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

José Elías Navarro, businessman: "Setting up a supermarket costs 300,000 euros and only leaves 30,000 in annual profit"

José Elías Navarro discusses the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in Spain regarding the establishment and sustainability of businesses, exemplified by the costs and profits of setting up a supermarket.

Feb 21 • 18:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Expired Cheeses Found for Sale in Supermarket in Fortaleza

A government inspection uncovered expired cheeses being sold at a supermarket in Fortaleza, Brazil, prompting a statement from the store about its quality control measures.

Feb 21 • 14:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Unexpected find spoiled the appetite of a woman from Šiauliai: "We don’t even want to think about it"

A woman from Šiauliai found a disturbing item in her food purchased from a local supermarket, leading her to lose her appetite.

Feb 21 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Gut health scientist issues alert to anyone buying olive oil from the supermarket

A gut health expert warns consumers about purchasing olive oil and emphasizes the importance of checking labels for quality assurance.

Feb 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: Tesco car park crash victim named after horror collision outside supermarket

Bill Hepburn, a 66-year-old pedestrian, has been identified as the victim of a fatal collision at a Tesco car park in Corstorphine, near Edinburgh Airport.

Feb 20 • 14:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Morrisons is selling 'yummy' new KitKat Chunky flavour and customers are so excited

Morrisons supermarket has launched a new KitKat Chunky flavour that features a marbled caramel effect, inspired by Formula 1, generating excitement among chocolate lovers.

Feb 20 • 14:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Floods: Images of a Man Kayaking in the Flooded Parking Lot of a Leclerc

A humorous video shows a man kayaking in a flooded parking lot of a Leclerc supermarket in Saumur, France, as parts of the region face severe flooding.

Feb 20 • 14:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Best supermarket olive oil 2026 named and it's £2 cheaper than Filippo Berio — not Aldi or Lidl

Asda's Extra Special Greek Koroneiki Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been named the best supermarket olive oil for 2026, outperforming other brands including Filippo Berio.

Feb 20 • 14:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I tried all the UK supermarket cookies and this is the best one'

A food blogger reviews chocolate chip cookies from various UK supermarkets, declaring a winner based on her tasting experience.

Feb 20 • 11:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Grow Your Own Tomatoes from Those from the Supermarket. You Can Also Use the Box in Which You Brought Them Home

The article discusses how to grow your own tomatoes using seeds from supermarket tomatoes while also utilizing the packaging they come in.

Feb 20 • 08:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Grabbing 'Piemenėlio' dairy products - both their quality and excellent taste are appreciated

A local supermarket in Vilnius highlights discounts on dairy products, especially from the 'Piemenėlio' brand, which are popular for their quality and taste.

Feb 20 • 06:00 UTC

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