42 m. ago One popular kitchen item 'startles' rats and stops them coming into your home

Rats and mice are looking for a warm place to spend the winter, and that could mean your home. But there's a simple way to keep them out without using traps or poison.

Politics

76 m. ago Lumie SAD light with 'instant results' helps with the 'struggle of winter weather'

'This is simply the brightest thing to have ever existed'

Politics

1 hour ago Urgent flu 'SOS' warning over 'concerning' mutations and 'worst winter in a decade'

Experts fear this year's flu season could be particularly brutal, with a number of mutations spreading through the summer, and have issued an urgent 'SOS' warning for people to get their jabs

Events

2 h. ago US states must stop the power shutoffs during the shutdown | Edward J Markey and Mark Wolfe

Americans are choosing between heating their homes and putting food on the table. Officials and utilities can prevent thisAs the stalemate over government funding and healthcare benefits continues, winter is approaching – but federal heating assistance, blocked by the shutdown, isn’t arriving in time. Millions of American families are about to face an impossible choice: heating their homes or putting food on the table. As the senator for a state known for its volatile winters and as executive director of the National Energy Assistance Directors Association, we call on states and utilities to choose a different outcome for those families and shut off the shutoffs. A nationwide freeze on utilities’ ability to disconnect customers from heat for nonpayment isn’t about politics – it’s about public safety.The breakdown in federal budget negotiations has frozen the release of funding for many of the essential services families rely on nationwide, including the Low-Income Home Energy Assist...

Events

2 h. ago Killer flu warning for UK comes after virus mutates to beat immunity

Experts have warned the public amid concerns the worst flu season on record could hit the country this winter - a potentially deadly new virus mutation is behind the worry

Events

3 h. ago Trump tariffs and strict US border rules threaten flight of Canada’s ‘snowbirds’

Annual migration from frigid Canadian winter to Florida sunshine could become thinner as travellers look elsewhereThe annual migration of hundreds of thousands of Canadian “snowbirds” escaping freezing temperatures in their homeland and heading to warmer US states such as Florida for the duration of the winter could be about to become noticeably thinner.Many have ditched plans to visit their southern neighbor and are looking to spend their valuable dollars elsewhere, largely put off by Donald Trump’s escalating economic war with Canada and strict new immigration rules that have created fear and confusion. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Marks and Spencer shoppers can get £15 off 'beautifully soft' loungewear set

'The fabric is very good quality - it feels soft on the skin and keeps me warm during the winter'

Economics

5 h. ago I paid my mortgage off early by 36 as a single parent. You miss out on fun and freedom, but if you're willing to make sacrifices you can do it too

Rebecca Tidy purchased her dream home just outside St Mawes, Cornwall, in 2017 for £450,000. However, three years later, she had no choice but to leave for a cheaper alternative.

Politics

7 h. ago This £1 item sitting in your kitchen cupboards could stop rats invading your home this winter

A waste expert has shared his top tips on how to prevent rodents from infesting your home in the colder months.

Economics

7 h. ago 'Magical' tidal pool is free to use and 'perfect for winter swim'

The wild swimming spot is popular with reviewers, who praised the 'stunning' views

Politics

7 h. ago Four common scams targeting older people to look out for this winter

The end of the year is peak season for scammers trying to trick people out of their hard-earned cash or savings. Here are four common scams to look out for this winter

Events

9 h. ago Snag's 'flattering' knitted dress is perfect for winter and it even has pockets

Crafted from cloud knit fabric, fans 'really love' the stylish dress from the size-inclusive clothing brand

Politics

10 h. ago Sainsbury's 'delicious' new festive drink is 'lovely for cold winter nights'

Sainsbury's has launched a new festive flavour that has won rave reviews from shoppers

Politics

10 h. ago Woolwich venue to transform into ‘winter wonderland’ this Christmas

Woolwich venue to transform into ‘winter wonderland’ this Christmas  This Is Local London

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11 h. ago 'Very warm and snuggly' fleece throw has £48 saving and 'gorgeous print'

One shopper said the throw is 'just what is needed for a cold winter day or night'

Economics

11 h. ago Cottage pie will taste even richer if you add 1 ingredient when preparing

Cottage pie is the ultimate comfort food, and I've been making it for years. But recently I discovered a secret ingredient that makes it even more delicious - and it's so simple.

Events

11 h. ago Popular supplement combination could slash arthritis pain 'in 79% of patients'

Around 10 million Brits suffer from some form of joint pain

Science

14 h. ago As the dark, cold nights close in... is street lighting to blame for our winter blues?

Research found people with depression during the winter months were more likely to live in areas flooded with artificial outdoor lighting than places where the nights are darker.

Politics

14 h. ago Cheapest way to heat your home this winter – and it could save you £240

THE Energy Saving Trust has shared eight practical ways to keep your home warm and energy-efficient this winter. From draught-proofing to insulation upgrades, each measure comes with typical costs, savings, and payback times to help you make informed choices. Draught-proofing your home is one of the simplest and most effective ways to save energy. Around...

Society

16 h. ago UK 'beast from the east' could freeze Brits just like in 2018 as snow on its way

The Met Office has issued a list of essential items to prepare for "severe winter weather" as the UK braces for potential snowfall and icy conditions in the run-up to Christmas

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