34 h. ago Three mistakes people make that let crooks know they're away for Christmas

We might be inadvertently signalling to burglars that our homes are empty - here's how to avoid becoming a target

Politics

34 h. ago Three mistakes people make that let criminals know they're away for Christmas

We might be inadvertently signalling to burglars that our homes are empty - here's how to avoid becoming a target

Events

64 h. ago Houseplant hacks: how can I stop my plants dying when I turn on the central heating?

Ease your houseplants into winter by giving them a seasonal reset and moving them away from radiatorsThe problem As soon as the heating is switched on, houseplants start to struggle. Warm, dry air strips moisture from leaves, dries soil faster, and turns cosy corners into arid microclimates. Many people mistakenly think radiator heat is similar to sunlight – warm and life-giving – but it isn’t. Sunlight provides energy for photosynthesis, while radiator heat is dry, stagnant and relentless, closer to a slow cooker than sunshine.The hack Before turning on the heating, give your plants a seasonal reset. Move them away from radiators or vents (at least half a metre, ideally). Group plants together to create a pocket of humidity, or place a bowl of water nearby to counteract dryness. Top-dress tired soil with fresh compost, trim off any yellowing leaves and wipe dust from the foliage so the plants can breathe. Water lightly, then let them rest in bright, indirect light to adju...

Society

4 d. ago Christmas tree expert issues concerns over 1 mistake people make every year

Around eight to 10 million real Christmas trees are sold each year across the UK, but not all of them retain their fresh pine scent and gorgeous green branches until the big day

Politics

5 d. ago RAC says drivers can be fined £1k for common mistake: Five things you need to know

The RAC recently issued advice about a common winter driving mistake that many people make, and it could land motorists a £1,000 fine. Here's what you need to know

Economics

6 d. ago Avoid these 5 Christmas decoration mistakes when transforming your home

Interior designer Melissa Karl has shared five common decorating mistakes people make when it comes to decorating for Christmas and how to make your home look as good as possible

Politics

6 d. ago 'I'm a psychologist and people pleasers must stop making 3 huge mistakes'

Clinical psychologist Dr Julie Smith has shared three things that people pleasers should stop doing straight away – as they could be negatively impacting your life

Politics

6 d. ago Psychologist issues important advice to people pleasers – stop 3 mistakes now

Clinical psychologist Dr Julie Smith has shared three simple steps to help people pleasers break the cycle and start prioritising their own needs. Here's what you need to do

Politics

7 d. ago African politician 'Adolf Hitler' changes controversial name in election day shock

Namibian politician Adolf Hitler Uunona, was bizarrely named after the Nazi leader by his father in a mistake has shocked people on election day by changing his name

Politics

1 week ago Laundry expert shares most common mistakes people make when washing clothes

A study has found that 67% of people admit to using just one setting on their washing machine, regardless of what they're washing, and 59% use the same temperature for every load, but this could shorten the lifespan of your garments.

Politics

1 week ago 'I'm a plumber and this is my 18C rule and why you shouldn't always leave heating on'

A plumbing expert has shared advice on when to turn your heating on and the most common mistakes people make

Politics

1 week ago Paul C Brunson reveals the biggest mistake that stops people finding ‘the one’

EXCLUSIVE: The Celebs Go Dating coach and We Need to Talk host discusses dating myths, red flags, the emotional chaos of the holidays, and why Beyoncé tops his podcast wish-list.

Politics

1 week ago Shootings of people who mistakenly go the wrong house test limits of stand your ground laws

The fatal shooting in early November of a house cleaner who mistakenly went to the wrong address in Indiana feels hauntingly familiar

Society

2 w. ago Olive oil will last months longer if you make one change, expert says

People are 'pouring money down the drain' making the same mistake when they store the expensive oil

Science

2 w. ago Martin Lewis says anyone with fridge needs to make crucial 2 setting change or 'lose money'

Personal finance guru has shared a number of ways to cut bills this month - and some are really common mistakes that people across the UK are making

Politics

3 w. ago Mum buys cute jungle banner from Temu for her son’s birthday, but people are horrified when they spot the mistakes

A MUM who thought she had purchased a cute safari-themed birthday banner for her son was left horrified when it arrived. Amy uploaded a video of the Temu animal poster in action and said when she looked closer it had some rather weird details on it. First of all, the text had a typo and...

Events

3 w. ago Predators review – grimly compelling look at reality TV revenge hunt for child abusers

David Osit’s documentary takes a disturbing look at the televised shaming served up by the hit show To Catch a PredatorIt’s too soon to know for sure, but this may end up being ranked as one of the best nonfiction films of the year. At least let’s hope lots of people get to see this, even if it’s a mistake because they meant to buy a ticket for Predator: Badlands. Instead of an alien hunter with gnarly teeth, this offers a profoundly troubling meditation on our collective thirst for revenge – or at least the kind of bizarre performance art version of revenge as served up by reality TV show To Catch a Predator, a US series that ran from 2004 to 2007 and which featured weekly footage of paedophiles and would-be paedophiles being duped, shamed and arrested.Predators’ director David Osit, at first just an offscreen voice but eventually a fully seen (in every sense) presence, explains that he used to watch To Catch a Predator avidly as a young man. Every episode was roughly the same: a m...

Events

3 w. ago Scrambled eggs will be fluffier and creamier if you ditch milk for better alternative

Scrambled eggs are a classic breakfast dish, but there are a few common mistakes that people make when cooking them. Using the wrong ingredients can ruin the texture and flavour

Science

3 w. ago Steaks will turn out buttery and juicy if you avoid 1 common cooking mistake

Cooking the perfect steak certainly doesn't come easy but one chef revealed the common mistake many people are making in the kitchen – so are you guilty of this?

Politics

4 w. ago The Eurostar mistake travellers make that can cause long delays

A frequent traveller has revealed the mistake she often sees people make while using the Eurostar, which can cause long wait times.

Politics