19 h. ago UK households that own a wardrobe urged 'to check now before it's too late'

People in the UK have been cautioned that this problem can be tricky to spot, but there are some usual warning signs.

Events

19 h. ago UK households urged to unplug three electrical devices right now

They could be making your home feel even hotter amid the heatwave

Politics

20 h. ago UK households urged to keep windows and blinds closed during these hours this weekend

It might be tempting to open your windows, but it can often do more harm than good

Politics

21 h. ago UK heatwave: Everywhere due to bask in 31C temperatures today before warm weekend

Temperatures in some parts of the UK could reach 31C on Friday, with warm sunshine and glorious blue skies hanging around for much of the weekend as Brits enjoy the hot weather

Events

21 h. ago Households urged to spray windows with one thing this weekend during hot weather

The UK is facing its fourth heatwave of the summer, with temperatures exceeding 30C in many parts of the country. But one of the most annoying things is the insects that invade our homes

Society

43 h. ago UK households urged to avoid drying washing outside this weekend

It comes amid hot, dry weather spells this week

Politics

62 h. ago UK households urged to avoid eating these three types of foods tonight

It can impact your quality of sleep, particularly during the heatwave

Society

64 h. ago Urgent reminder issued to millions of households on benefits set to get £150 off energy bills this winter

Millions of household on means-tested benefits will receive a discount on their energy bills this winter

Economics

2 d. ago Households in Wales urged to close curtains and blinds this week

You should also close your windows, say experts, as a heat alert has been issued

Politics

3 d. ago Government urges households to check if they can save £150 on energy bills

There are less than two weeks to ensure you will receive the discount, the government has warned

Economics

3 d. ago UK households urged not to sleep naked during heatwave this week

Scientists say that sleeping naked in the heat is 'one of the worst things you can do'

Society

3 d. ago UK householders urged to place a bowl of water by the window today

This clever hack can help to keep your home cooler this week

Politics

3 d. ago UK householders urged to remove all electrical devices from bedrooms

The advice comes as temperatures are set to soar across Scotland.

Politics

4 d. ago Two women die within hours after they're both pulled from sea at nearby beaches

Two women have died after getting into trouble in the sea at two beaches not far apart in Cornwall as many people headed to the coast over weekend due to the hot weather

Events

5 d. ago Households urged to sprinkle cinnamon in hoover to make entire home smell fresh

Sprinkling cinnamon powder in your hoover has two huge benefits according to cleaning experts.

Society

6 d. ago UK households urged to check bird feeders as seeds could put them in danger

If you have bird feeders set up in your garden then an expert has recommended making sure you check one vital thing - otherwise you could risk making birds sick

Politics

7 d. ago Storm Dexter to hit UK within hours but Met Office says it's great news for heatwave

A tropical storm is bringing hot weather to much of the UK this weekend and it looks likely like that a heatwave will be declared

Events

7 d. ago UK households urged to place two types of fruit on garden lawns

Experts say it is important to keep birds fed over summer as well as winter

Society

7 d. ago Urgent window warning as brutal bite spiders about to invade UK homes

UK households are being urged to keep their windows closed both day and night in a bid to keep False Widow spiders at bay as they prepare to mate in their droves

Events

7 d. ago UK households urged to 'sleep downstairs' from Wednesday evening

All households have been told to sleep downstairs from Wednesday amid heatwave warnings - and the Met Office offered some tips for a better night's sleep during the heatwave

Society