49 h. ago Expert offers £23 hack for better sleep this autumn without turning the heating on

As the nights get colder, we're all looking for ways to stay warm and get a comfortable night's sleep without racking up the energy bills - and this expert may have an affordable solution

Economics

4 d. ago Eight ways to keep warm all night without turning the heating on – including the free trick that’ll stop draughts

WITH autumn nearly upon us and the energy price cap rising from October, it's little surprise many homeowners are holding off switching the heating on. But no heating can make getting a good night’s sleep tricky - too cold and you can’t drift off, but too many heavy layers and you wake up overheating at 2am. So,...

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4 d. ago Five savvy ways to stay warm at night without cranking up the heating

NIGHTS are drawing in and there’s a definite nip in the air. But before you crank up the heating and send your bills soaring, try these cheap tricks for a cosy feeling and a restful night’s sleep. DUVET DEALS: The quickest way to winter warmth is a higher tog duvet. The perfect tog count for...

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9 d. ago Met Office attempts to settle debate on whether it's too early to crank heating up

The Met Office has attempted to settle the debate among Brits who are in team 'turn it on the second you get cold' or team 'just put another jumper on and get over it'

Society

1 week ago Liam Donnelly on 'sweet' feeling after St Mirren beat Kilmarnock to seal Hampden spot

The former Rugby Park midfielder returned to his old club on Friday night but didn't receive a warm welcome.

Politics

1 week ago Ryder Cup home crowd could turn on USA team at Bethpage, claims Luke Donald

Europe’s captain refers to payments to US players‘We all know how high the ticket prices are’Luke Donald has cranked up the heat on the United States Ryder Cup team by claiming the home crowd at Bethpage from Friday may be more likely to turn on Keegan Bradley and his players because they are being paid to take on Europe. In what is a highly controversial move, Bradley and his 12-man side will each collect $500,000 (£370,000) – $300,000 of which must be directed towards charity, with the rest labelled a stipend – while the European contingent continue to perform at the Ryder Cup for free. Added to the mix is the fact that tickets start at $750 per tournament day.Much has been made of likely antipathy from the New York audience towards Donald and his players as Europe look to retain the trophy they won in Rome two years ago. However, the Englishman believes USA could find themselves under intense gallery pressure if Europe gain an upper hand. “That could happen,” said Donald. “We all...

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1 week ago Jimmy Thelin sees Aberdeen heat cranked up as Regan Charles Cook fires Motherwell to Hampden – 5 talking points

The attacking midfielder netted his first goal for the Steelmen as he secured a trip to the National Stadium

Society

2 w. ago 'Super cosy' Dunelm electric throw cut to under £17 with money saving hack

One shopper said the throw is like a 'warm hug on a cold night'.

Economics

2 w. ago Genius way Victorians kept their draughty homes warm before central heating

As energy costs continue to rise, households nationwide are seeking ways to keep their homes cosy without cranking up the heating and inflating their energy bills

Society

2 w. ago Amazon's 'magical' £14 garden lights 'cast a warm glow' at night

Amazon shoppers have praised the "adorable" and "amazing" garden lights that feature a 'flickering flame' effect

Economics

2 w. ago Save on heating bills with this bargain Russell Hobbs fan heater deal

If you’re looking for a low-cost way to stay warm without cranking up the central heating, this Russell Hobbs fan heater is a smart buy at under £30

Economics

2 w. ago Shoppers say 'cost effective' Dunelm electric blanket is 'perfect for cold nights'

As the temperature slowly starts to drop, nothing beats snuggling down in a warm and cosy bed at night

Economics

3 w. ago The 10 biggest films hitting cinemas this autumn, including a Bruce Springsteen biopic and a thriller with Julia Roberts

As we prepare for the good old British winter, we're always looking for things to do of an evening that are a) warm and b) prevent another night sprawled on the sofa swigging wine.

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