5 h. ago Gardeners urged to put one material on flowerbeds in July to stop plants dying

If you're worried about your precious plants drying out under the high heat follow this one easy expert tip which requires just one natural material that keeps soil cool

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27 h. ago Gardening expert names 'best time of day' to water tomato plants and how often

Tomatoes are relatively easy to grow and will fruit readily if watered on a regular basis. However, the time of day you water your plant could have a major impact

Politics

37 h. ago Hakeem Jeffries breaks record for longest House floor speech while opposing GOP tax bill

Democratic leader spoke for more than eight hours to rail against Trump’s sweeping tax-and-spending billThe Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries broke the record for the longest House floor speech ever on Thursday after he spoke for more than eight hours to delay a vote on Donald Trump’s signature tax-and-spending bill.Early on Thursday, after a marathon night of arm-twisting, cajoling and pressure by tweet, House Republicans said they were finally ready to vote on Trump’s $4.5tn tax-and-spending package – a colossal piece of legislation the president wants passed by Friday, the Independence Day holiday. Continue reading...

Economics

57 h. ago Brace for a Labour tax bomb, Tories warn families and businesses in wake of welfare U

On Tuesday, the Government abandoned its flagship plan to cut disability benefits following a furious backlash from MPs.

Events

68 h. ago Garden experts share the best hours to water plants to avoid ‘killing them’ – not AM

Gardeners need to water their plants diligently to ensure they flourish and grow, but the time of day they do it is critical to their health and well-being

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69 h. ago Gardening expert urges immediate action if plants show 'sneaky' soil sign

It is a sign some gardeners could mistake as a positive one - but garden centre manager Hayden Salt says it is anything but

Politics

2 d. ago The UK Government should never have entertained the thought of cutting benefits

Writing in the Daily Record, Scottish Labour MP Brian Leishman says reducing welfare spending is "cruel and wicked".

Politics

3 d. ago Ten plants most likely to be stolen from your garden this summer – see full list

The majority of Brits have had plants pinched from their gardens as thefts skyrocket and thieves eye up potentially valuable botanicals - now an expert has named the 10 plants most at risk

Politics

3 d. ago Half of the most Instagrammable houseplants are dangerous for your pets, experts warn

While posting aesthetic pictures of your home surrounded by beautiful, lush plants has boomed in popularity, an expert has warned that many popular houseplants can be toxic to pets and pose serious health risks if ingested.

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4 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.

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to act now to get rid of destructive pest living under soil

Watch out for this highly destructive garden pest which likes to hide in plant pots and destroy your plants - luckily, experts say there are several ways to banish them

Politics

4 d. ago Common gardening mistakes Brits make that can ruin your veg garden

With searches for 'plant spacing tips' and 'soil testing' on the rise, experts at Yell have shared some of the most common gardening mistakes we all need to avoid

Politics

4 d. ago Relief for Reeves as 0.7% growth is confirmed for first quarter of 2025 but economists warn slowdown is already hitting amid tax hike fears

Official figures showed the powerhouse services sector expanding by 0.7 per cent between January and March.

Events

5 d. ago US energy groups spend record sums on power plants to feed data centres

Rising capital expenditure raises fears of higher energy prices for consumers

Economics

6 d. ago Starmer told to rein in Rayner's workers' rights Bill as Tories warn the rule changes could lead to £1billion in tax rises

Sir Keir Starmer was told to rein in Angela Rayner 's new labour laws last night amid claims they could lead to a £1 billion tax hike.

Economics

6 d. ago Prince Harry will be excluded from 'all' royal plans when William is King, says expert

A royal expert has shared that Prince Harry isn't likely to feature in William's royal plans 'at all'.

Politics

7 d. ago Households urged to pour 39p drink onto gardens immediately to repel slugs

Fill up a saucer with the slimy pests' favourite drink each night and watch them leave your precious plants and vegetables alone, says expert Diarmuid Gavin

Politics

7 d. ago What’s the safest seat on a plane? What experts say after miracle of seat 11A on Air India crash

The sole survivor of the crash has recounted how his proximity to an emergency exit allowed his escape

Events

8 d. ago Starmer ‘agrees’ concessions with welfare cut rebels as he faces huge revolt

Economists warn tax rises could be needed to fund a U-Turn on Sir Keir Starmer’s £5bn welfare reforms as PM opens door to concessions

Politics

8 d. ago Tax rise warning as Starmer in talks on concessions with welfare cut rebels as he faces huge revolt

Economists warn tax rises could be needed to fund a U-Turn on Sir Keir Starmer’s £5bn welfare reforms as PM opens door to concessions

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