17 h. ago Remove maggots from bin 'instantly' using common household item

It can be hard to keep your bins free of flies and maggots, especially if you don't clean it regularly - but one common household item can help you get rid of these pests quickly

Politics

18 h. ago House owner who 'lost everything' in fire urges people to be wary of common item

A young woman has issued a stern warning to people about charging electronics and batteries in homes. After she made a 'crucial mistake' things were never the same again

Events

20 h. ago 'I'm a food expert and everyone should check the fridge for product that fosters mould'

An expert has shared her top tips for keeping your kitchen clean and hygienic - and one common fridge item is a breeding ground for mould, here's how to prevent this from happening

Politics

3 d. ago 'I asked chefs the one order they always avoid at restaurants—they all agreed'

Chefs have shared the one food they would never order at a restaurant, and it's a very common menu item. They've also shared their tips for spotting a bad dish.

Politics

7 d. ago White trainers will look like new again if you use common bathroom item everyone has

A woman took to the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips Facebook page to ask for help when it came to cleaning her trainers—and people flooded the comments with the same advice

Events

1 week ago The popular holiday hotspot where you could be fined THOUSANDS for wearing common item of clothing

Holidaymakers heading to popular destinations could face fines of up to £3,000 - or even prison time - for wearing a seemingly harmless clothing item. 

Politics

2 w. ago California bill would require restaurants to disclose food allergens on menus

California could become the first U.S. state to require restaurants to disclose common food allergens in each menu item under legislation being considered by state lawmakers

Society

2 w. ago Gardeners must 'avoid' 1 common item in their garden or else birds will be 'in trouble'

There is one popular gardening item that should avoided by those wanting to encourage birds and other wildlife to enter their garden

Events

2 w. 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

2 w. 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

2 w. 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

2 w. 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

2 w. 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

3 w. 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

3 w. 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

3 w. 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

3 w. 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

3 w. 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

3 w. 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

3 w. 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