35 m. ago Households urged to put A4 paper in fridge within the next 24 hours

As the UK braces for another heatwave this week, experts have revealed a simple trick to check if your fridge is working properly - and it involves using a single piece of A4 paper

Politics

9 h. ago Households urged to avoid drying clothes on washing lines from Tuesday

The Met Office has issued a 'very high' pollen count warning for parts of the UK this week as the country is set for another heatwave, which will see temperatures soar to 30C in some areas

Politics

52 h. ago Greater Manchester set for 29C as Met Office forecasts 'widespread heatwave' in UK

The UK is set for another heatwave as temperatures climb next week – and this time northern parts of England could also feel the heat

Society

3 d. ago Brits urged to use hot water bottles on Tuesday as temperatures set to soar

The Met Office has forecast that the weather will start to turn warmer again from Tuesday, July 8, and households are being urged to take action to ensure they get a good night's sleep

Politics

3 d. ago Zara at 50: how the brand rose to the top – and what it’s doing to stay there

As fashion empire hits middle age, it’s cutting costs and closing stores, shifting to larger outlets and new productsIn Arteixo, northern Spain, workers are putting the final touches to a gigantic white box of a building, fixing windows and planting greenery in the new global headquarters of the fashion brand Zara, which turned 50 this year.The site, complete with a private high street where the retailer will test out its latest store concepts, is not far from the small store on the corner of a nondescript street in the centre of nearby La Coruña where, in 1975, Amancio Ortega opened his first fashion store. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago UK households with ponds urged to complete one task immediately

Households are being urged to immediately remove algae and pondweed from their back gardens during the month of July by using this one natural and effective method

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6 d. ago Martin Lewis’ MSE urges households to check if they can get £2,000 compensation

You will get up to £2,000 for severe issues such as flooding, while households suffering consistent low water pressure will get up to £250

Economics

6 d. ago UK households urged to cover soil in one item already in your garden

As the temperature heats up across the UK, an expert has recommended taking this one easy step to help protect your soil and garden plants from the sun's relentless rays

Politics

7 d. ago UK households urged to leave beds unmade before going on holiday

A cleaning influencer has shared why you should never make your bed before going away

Politics

7 d. ago Householders urged to leave beds unmade when you go on holiday for one good reason

It might be the last thing you want to do but there's a vital reason beds should be left stripped

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7 d. ago People urged to still send in energy meter readings as new price cap kicks in

The typical household bill for those who have not signed up to a fixed tariff has dropped by £129 to £1,720 per year when the regulator's new price cap came into force today (July 1)

Science

7 d. ago Met Office urgently asks UK households to follow 11am 'rule' this week

The government agency is encouraging people to follow one rule for four hours of the day during the hot weather

Society

7 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers to keep butterflies returning all summer

Gardening experts are urging households to plant these five plants to keep butterflies around during the summer time, and it only takes a couple of minutes from your day.

Politics

8 d. ago Government urges families to buy this one vital item in case of war or pandemic

The Government is urging households to prepare for the possibility of the UK coming under direct threat and one appliance is essential to help keep in touch with the outside world

Events

8 d. ago UK households urged not to drink coffee today for important reason

The Met Office has issued an amber heat alert for parts of the UK as temperatures are expected to reach 34C in southern England. The hot weather could make it difficult for Brits to get a good night's sleep

Politics

8 d. ago UK households urged to do one task so butterflies will keep returning

Transform your garden into a colourful butterfly haven with this one expert gardening tip that will see these gentle creatures fluttering around your lawn summer-round

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8 d. ago Households urged to send in meter readings ahead of energy price cap drop

Ofgem’s energy price cap will fall by 7% from July 1, meaning a drop of £129 to £1,720 per year for the typical household bill.

Politics

9 d. ago Brits urged to leave one item in front of windows this weekend

British households are being urged to keep a few bowls of water in front of their windows to try and keep temperatures down in their homes

Politics

9 d. ago UK households with gardens urged to take action if they see these birds

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is urging UK households to take action for one of the most frequently seen birds in UK gardens and outdoor spaces

Politics

9 d. ago Sainsbury's issues urgent recall of three common household items amid fire fears

Shoppers can find ongoing product recalls on the supermarket's website

Events