15 h. ago Four common garden plants that are causing damage to homes and are even illegal to have

These are all popular garden plants - but they're causing more damage to homes than people realise. Here are the expert warnings you should be aware of

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66 h. ago Rats won't go near gardens if 1 'highly effective' natural deterrent is used

Rats can cause a lot of damage in your garden by burrowing under plants, eating your flowers and vegetables and even gnawing on trees. But there is a way to keep rats at bay — and it's all natural

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3 d. ago Two people and dog dead after small plane crashes into Los Angeles

Officials warn people to stay clear of area in Simi Valley after two homes sustained structural damage from collisionA small plane crashed into a neighborhood in Simi Valley on Saturday afternoon, killing two people and a dog aboard the aircraft and damaging two homes, authorities said.Fire crews responded, and police cordoned off the streets, warning people to stay clear of the area. Smoke could be seen billowing from the roof of one home in the Wood Ranch section of the community, which lies nearly 50 miles (80km) north-west of Los Angeles. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago ‘Everything we built – gone’: how the wildfires decimated LA’s music scene

January’s blazes in California have devastated the livelihoods of performers, technicians and other music industry pros. They reveal what they lost – and how they’re rebuildingWithin the ashes of what used to be Christopher Fudurich’s home in Los Angeles, some objects from his garage music studio were still identifiable. Microphones charred and blackened, a scorched keyboard and melted cables among the toxic debris. Not just objects; a life’s work, passion and creativity burned up. “Things I’d been collecting since I was a teenager,” says the songwriter, producer and sound technician. “Just gone.”This was the reality confronted by Fudurich, and thousands of other Angelenos, following January’s wildfires. Their homes have been damaged or levelled, their possessions destroyed. The fortunate ones fled with what they could; for Fudurich that was some treasured vintage synthesisers, a bag of clothes and his passport. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Small plane crashes into Simi Valley neighborhood in Southern California, killing 1 person

Authorities say a small plane crashed into a neighborhood in Simi Valley, killing a person aboard the aircraft and damaging two homes

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to leave out £2.10 food for four types of birds in May

Bird lovers are being urged to leave out a simple £2.10 food this May to help support four common garden bird species, but care is needed to avoid harming other wildlife

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5 d. ago Pigeons will turn and fly out of gardens if they see flower bearing one colour

While they may seem harmless, pigeons are a lucrative bird that are the cause of common garden problems - but there's one specific colour that will put them off flying in

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6 d. ago ‘A ruthless agenda’: charting 100 days of Trump’s onslaught on the environment

Guardian reporters map out how Trump is eviscerating efforts to protect the natural world – from ‘drill, baby, drill’ to mass firings100 days of Trump: inside Trump’s whirlwind start to his second termDonald Trump has never been mistaken for an environmentalist, having long called the climate crisis a “giant hoax” and repeatedly lauding the supposed virtues of fossil fuels.But the US president’s onslaught upon the natural world in this administration’s first 100 days has surprised even those who closely charted his first term, in which he rolled back environmental rules and tore the US from the Paris climate agreement.Taken more than 140 actions to roll back environmental rules and push for greater use of fossil fuels.Set about rewriting regulations that limit pollution from cars, trucks and power plants.Officially reconsidering whether greenhouse gases actually cause harm to public health.Legally targeted states that have their own laws on tackling the climate crisis.Speeded up env...

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7 d. ago Brits warned not to make 'common mistake' at garden centre this weekend

A gardening expert has warned Brits not to make a common mistake when buying plants at garden centres - and has shared the best flowers to plant in April and May

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9 d. ago Moving tips: mirrors, crockery and furniture are most likely breakages while moving home

A third of those who experienced damage during their move admitted they broke the items themselves

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1 week ago Smashing new home: Mirrors and crockery ‘most likely to be damaged during moves’

A third of those who experienced damage during their move admitted they broke the items themselves.

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2 w. ago 'Common' lawn mistake could damage your grass and ruin your garden

Michael Griffiths, who boasts over 4 million followers on social media, has shared a common lawn mowing mistake that people make - and how it could damage your grass

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2 w. ago What is the most common garden bird 2025? Here are the 13 breeds you are most likely to see on your bird table

The results are in from the Big Garden Birdwatch - and there’s a familiar feathered face at the top of the flock.

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2 w. ago Worrying cause of Hadera shark attack as nuclear power plant is blamed

WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT: A swimmer is still missing after being attacked by a shark in Hadera, Israel, and scientists have now confirmed why hungry sharks were hovering around the beach coast

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2 w. ago Gardener reveals how we're watering our plants entirely wrong

Keen gardener Joseph Clark shared one of his top tips for when it comes to watering potted plants, as he said most people may make one common mistake which can cause their plants to die

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2 w. ago Home Secretary says damage to statues during trans rights protest 'completely unacceptable'

Plans are underway to remove the graffiti ,but will require specialist equipment, the Met Police said on Sunday

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2 w. ago Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calls damage to statues 'disgraceful'

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calls damage to statues 'disgraceful'  BBC

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2 w. ago Spring pest warning to homeowners over insects that can cause 'significant' damage to property

Moths are not thought to be dangerous, however an infestation can cause serious problems.

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2 w. ago Keep cats out of your garden this spring with this 30p common item

This hack will deter the feral felines from prowling in your garden when they are not invited.

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2 w. ago Gardeners warned over invasive plant that's just like Japanese knotweed

These beautiful bushes are known for their delicious smell and glorious flowers, however experts have warned that they are high invasive and can cause severe damage to your home

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