44 m. ago Common household item is dirtier than your toilet and could make you sick

Common household items could actually be making you ill as they harbour hundreds of thousands of potentially harmful bacteria - and may be dirtier than your toilet seat

Politics

22 h. ago How injecting small amounts of this very common household item could be the secret to tackling breast cancer... as researchers suggest stunning plan could also fight other tumours

A colourless liquid with a sharp odour, hydrogen peroxide occurs naturally in tiny amounts in human tissue (as a by-product of cells burning energy) and is also found in plants, bacteria, the air and water.

Society

24 h. ago Common item will make sunflowers last longer and be healthier

Sunflowers are a popular plant, but they can be challenging to look after. Thankfully, there's a simple method for keeping them fresh for longer.

Science

32 h. ago Travel expert reveals the surprising reason why we overpack underwear

When packing for a trip, it can be difficult to know how many socks and dresses to bring. But the most common item holidaymakers always admit to packing too much of is underwear.

Politics

47 h. ago Banish rats from your garden by ditching one common item they love

Rats are a more common problem than many understand and particularly attracted to gardens. Thankfully, one wildlife expert has shared tips on how to deter these pests.

Politics

4 d. ago Travellers at UK airport warned as scanners mistake food item for 'dangerous device'

Travellers flying from this UK airport may want to rethink packing one common food item after a recent incident revealed airport security scanners may flag it as potentially dangerous

Events

4 d. ago Drivers told to keep common item in glovebox or risk huge fine in sunny weather

The Highway Code states that drivers must take precautions during sunny spells

Events

8 d. ago Tourists face big fines or criminal record for having common item in holiday hotspots

More than 550,000 people in the UK use the item regularly

Events

8 d. ago Major airline announces new policy on common travel item over fears of fire and EXPLOSIONS

Travellers jetting off with Emirates will soon not be allowed to bring an everyday item with them on any flights - the cabin baggage or in the hold.

Events

8 d. ago Emirates bans use of common travel item onboard flights from October

The Dubai-based carrier has introduced a ban on a common travel item onboard its flights from October with passengers warned to be aware of the new rules

Transport

8 d. ago 'Genius' travel hack to avoid extra luggage fees of up to £60 is praised by passengers

A plane passenger-turned-designer has devised a 'genius' way to avoid excess baggage fees when flying with budget airlines - and it all starts and ends with a common clothing item.

Economics

9 d. ago Households warned to take this one item out of garden or risk huge fine

Be careful which items you leave out in your garden - experts warn that a common item left outdoors for too long can actually result in serious fines and legal action

Events

1 week ago Revealed: The common item that should never be left in the security trays

Airport security can often feel like a chaotic rush, with liquids and electronics needing to be quickly organised. But there's one item that travellers are being urged to be particularly careful with.

Events

1 week ago UK households urged to remove one item from kitchen worktops and cupboards

Experts are urging Brits to keep a common food item in the fridge during the summer months

Politics

2 w. ago WiFi connection will instantly improve when one common item is moved away from router

Households have been warned to keep this one common device away from your WiFi for a faster connection.

Politics

2 w. ago Salt and vinegar need one other common item to kill gravel weeds for good

Weeds are a common problem in any garden and can be difficult to get rid of. However, one woman has shared a simple and effective solution to kill weeds permanently using a homemade solution

Events