2 h. ago Make basil grow 'bigger leaves' in just 5 seconds by doing 'once a week' task

Basil is a popular herb that is easy to grow, but it can be tricky to keep it healthy and produce big, lush leaves

Politics

2 h. ago Amazon cuts price of handheld vacuum shoppers brand 'fantastic'

The Powools Handheld Vacuum Cordless is super lightweight yet powerful, it's compact and designed to make cleaning up quick and easy

Economics

3 h. ago 'Flavourful' green beans will be 'tasty' in 15 minutes by adding 2 ingredients

Green beans can be a bit bland on their own, but with a few simple additions, they can be transformed into a delicious and flavourful side dish that will have you coming back for seconds

Events

8 h. ago 'I lay next to my murdered son on his hospital bed and made him a promise'

*WARNING GRAPHIC IMAGES* Grieving mum Claire Throssell has spent years fighting for a change in the law after her sons were murdered by their dad – as she shares her unfathomable pain.

Events

8 h. ago Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening

Hospitals and doctors' offices are inviting singers and musicians to help patients manage their pain, as music's ability to reduce pain is gaining attention

Science

9 h. ago Tens of thousands of homeowners could be hit by new council tax bands as Rachel Reeves sets her sights on higher

Affluent Londoners and those in the South East are expected to be the prime targets as Chancellor Rachel Reeves tries to find £42billion to balance Labour 's books.

Events

9 h. ago Mega volcano extinct for 700,000 years suddenly wakes up as eruption fears grow

Gas from the 'zombie' volcano in Iran can be smelled 30 miles away, and it's so pungent that people are talking on social media – it could explode in the Middle East's first eruption in 800 years

Politics

10 h. ago EastEnders Max Bowden and Katie McGlynn confirm romance with steamy display

Former EastEnders actor Max Bowden and Coronation Street's Katie McGlynn didn't care who was watching as the couple confirmed their romance with a steamy kiss

Politics

10 h. ago Paul Mescal enjoyed ‘special time’ with Josh O’Connor filming new romance film

Actor Paul Mescal said exploring the weighty themes of his new film The History of Sound was made easier by sharing the experience with his close friend and co-star, Josh O’Connor.

Politics

11 h. ago Trapped 200ft underwater with time running out: How a sub crew escaped death only to meet a fate MUCH worse

There were no more than four or five hours of air left. They needed an escape plan before the men began to slip into unconsciousness. But it would not be easy.

Events

13 h. ago Nutritionist reveals the healthiest things to order from your local Chinese takeaway

Ordering a Chinese takeaway is a weekend treat enjoyed by millions-but worries about high cholesterol, blood pressure and obesity can easily put you off your dinner.

Politics

13 h. ago Major UK supermarket urgently recalls £3.99 steaks after 'do not eat' warning

The discount supermarket has pulled their £3.99 steaks from its shelves due to a packaging error which means the product poised a risk to those with allergies to milk.

Events

13 h. ago Netanyahu pours cold water on claims that Gaza’s Rafah crossing will reopen

The crossing will remain closed until further notice, his office says

Politics

14 h. ago Major police presence after incident on busy south east London road

Major police presence after incident on busy south east London road  This Is Local London

Events

14 h. ago 'Highest' ice rink set to open in south east London rooftop bar

'Highest' ice rink set to open in south east London rooftop bar  News Shopper

Politics

14 h. ago The best of East Dulwich’s restaurants according to diners who have been

The best of East Dulwich’s restaurants according to diners who have been  This Is Local London

Politics

14 h. ago Four south east London restaurants are finalists in Food Awards England 2025

Four south east London restaurants are finalists in Food Awards England 2025  This Is Local London

Society

14 h. ago Reform’s newest MP Danny Kruger: ‘On a personal level I deeply regret rejecting the Tory party’

Danny Kruger became Nigel Farage’s biggest scalp after the shadow minister defected to Reform. Alex Ross visited the East Wiltshire MP at his office to find out why he left the Tories – and what the future holds for Reform

Politics

14 h. ago Body of missing man found near illegal East London rubbish dump

Body of missing man found near illegal East London rubbish dump  MyLondon

Events

15 h. ago Aldi urgently recalls steaks over health fears as shoppers warned 'DO NOT EAT'

Aldi is recalling its £3.99 Ashfields 30 Day Matured Thin Cut Beef Steaks over a health fear that could pose a risk to shoppers

Events