18 m. ago Households told to put kitchen foil their in windows as soon as they can

There is a little known trick to keeping your house cool which needs only a £1.20 roll of tin foil - such as that sold in Asda as well as other supermarkets like Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Aldi.

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2 h. ago UK households told to open windows at this exact time tonight

You should keep your windows and blinds shut during the day to keep the heat out

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22 h. ago UK households told to move WiFi routers away from windows this week

It could be detrimental to your home during the hot weather

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22 h. ago Brits warned to 'remove scent' from home as 'swarm of insects' sweep UK

The annual 'flying ant day' phenomenon is set to return to Britain and Ireland as warmer weather persists, with UK households told to remove the scent in their homes

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25 h. ago UK households told to put bowl of water on windowsill during the night

The Met Office has forecast baking 33C temperatures will arrive on Tuesday in London, while Wedneday and Thursday will be 29C and Friday is going to be 30C again

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26 h. ago UK households told 'do not' take cold shower before bed during heatwave this week

It can be counterproductive, experts say

Society

35 h. ago Boy, 4, dies on family holiday as heatwave sweeps Europe sparking wildfires

The tragic four-year-old boy died from heatstroke after leaving the holiday house his family were staying in

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41 h. ago UK holiday park house blown apart in massive 'gas explosion' as horror images emerge

Emergency services rushed to the scene after a suspected gas explosion at the Ladram Bay Holiday Park in Otterton, east Devon, caused a property to be completely levelled

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43 h. ago Ladram Bay Holiday Park 'gas explosion' as shock images show house blown apart

The massive explosion in the Devon holiday park completely tore apart a home on a quiet street, forcing police and firefighters to shut down a street leading to Ladram Bay

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44 h. ago UK households told 'shut windows' immediately with 'insect buffet' invading

A surge of flying ants is on its way and households in the UK have been told to keep their windows closed if they don't want to be invaded by the insects

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63 h. ago UK households told to burn egg cartons in gardens this summer

One expert has shared a rather unusual hack to keep mosquitoes away

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5 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

6 d. ago UK households told to close windows for next 4 weeks to deter one terrifying visitor

It's the time of year when an unwanted guest may be looking to get into your home

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8 d. ago Melania Trump opens application for performers looking to share their talents at the White House during Christmas

Volunteers will be performing during the holiday open houses at the White House in December

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8 d. ago UK households told to make simple 1C change 'right now' to slash energy bills by more than £100

An energy expert has warned households 'don't wait for winter' to take control of your energy bills

Economics

8 d. ago UK households told 'do not' clean or tidy your house before going on holiday

Holidaymakers with pets are being told to leave their homes as they are before jetting off

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9 d. ago Shoppers told to 'stop using' six commonly used household appliances

The Office for Product Safety and Standards has warned that the recalled products could "overheat and ignite during use"

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1 week ago Regret, resentment and Reform UK: jailed Rotherham rioters one year on

Men sentenced to prison time for role in violent protests after the Southport murders describe their feelings of injusticeIt was a scene that became the defining image of the year for many. Flames licking up the side of a grey breezeblock hotel with balaclava-clad men jostling around, kicking, smashing windows, throwing debris on the fire.Protests were not uncommon outside the Holiday Inn in Manvers near Rotherham, which housed 200 asylum seekers, but there would be something different about Sunday 4 August 2024, coming after the murder of three young girls in Southport by 17-year-old Axel Rudakubana days earlier. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago 14 ways to keep your houseplants alive while you’re on holiday (and how to revive them when you get back)

Heading off for summer? From self-watering pots to plant straws, these expert hacks will keep your plants hydrated and happy• Beat the heat: expert tips for keeping cool in hot weatherSummer holidays are a joy for us, but not always such a thrill for our houseplants. Few things are worse than returning home to discover a horticultural graveyard. Plants can survive unsupervised during the winter, but heatwaves, a lack of ventilation, and no one around to water mean summer holidays are a recipe for disaster.But fear not. A bit of planning and the right kit can make all the difference between a happy homecoming and a shrivelled mess. Whether you go full-tech or just trust in a good soak and a friend, there’s a holiday plant-care method for every budget and plant. Regardless of how long you’re going away for, here are some of the best tips and tricks to keep your houseplants alive, hydrated and happy in your absence. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Households told to ditch pegs when outdoor washing this summer

Many people prefer to dry their washing outside rather than use hangers inside during the warmer months but using pegs could be causing some damage to your clothes

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