38 h. ago Clean washing machine mould in seconds with 1 extra step on wash day

Washing machines can stop working as effectively if mould begins to grow inside the appliance - but one quick step can eliminate the problem

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1 week ago Four energy experts agree on the cheapest time to use a washing machine

From the best time of day to wash your laundry to the ideal temperature, here's everything you need to know to reduce energy bills

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1 week ago Experts urge Brits not 'to cut corners' and add 1 extra step to dental routine

New research shows millions of Brits regularly cut corners when doing a range of everyday tasks, often doing so when they brush their teeth.

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1 week ago UK and Scottish governments row over footing £24.5m bill for Trump and Vance visits

Treasury says trips were private while Scottish ministers point out US president met Keir Starmer and it had to stump up for extra policingThe UK government needs to “step up” and reimburse the £24.5m cost of Donald Trump and JD Vance’s recent visits to Scotland, Holyrood’s public finance minister has said.Provisional costs of almost £24.5m for the two working visits have been published by the Scottish government. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Scotland demands £24.5m from Westminster for Trump and Vance visits

Treasury says trips were private while Scottish ministers point out US president met Keir Starmer and it had to stump up for extra policingThe UK government needs to “step up” and reimburse the £24.5m cost of Donald Trump and JD Vance’s recent visits to Scotland, Holyrood’s public finance minister has said.Provisional costs of almost £24.5m for the two working visits have been published by the Scottish government. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Householders warned not to use pressure washer to clean garden slabs

Now is the perfect time of year to get your garden packed up for the winter.

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2 w. ago Cleaners and engineers use this 1 method to remove mould from entire washing machine

Cleaning a washing machine might seem like a pointless task, but failing to do so can lead to odours and residue on freshly laundered items, as well as a build-up of mould and bacteria within your machine

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3 w. ago Remove mould from washing machine seals in 1 cycle with 1 common kitchen item

If you've noticed that your clothes still smell after a wash, it could be due to a mould issue in your washing machine

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3 w. ago Helen Goh’s recipe for pumpkin cheesecake with maple pecan brittle | The sweet spot

A warming slice of creamy autumn sweetness, offset with a nutty crunchSilky, spiced and just sweet enough, this pumpkin cheesecake is a celebration of autumnal comfort. I’m not a fan of tinned pumpkin – it’s watery and flat-tasting – so I’ve taken the extra step of roasting some butternut or Kent squash; the oven’s heat coaxes out its natural sweetness while evaporating excess moisture, resulting in a smooth, flavourful puree that gives the cheesecake real depth. The maple pecan brittle provides the final flourish: golden, nutty and with just the right amount of crunch to offset the cheesecake’s creamy softness. Continue reading...

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