17 h. ago Railway arches fire causes Tube chaos as Piccadilly line trains halted

Fire causes gas cylinders to explode as residents told to keep windows and doors closed

Events

44 h. ago Households told to sprinkle £1.10 item around red flag plants immediately

A seasoning you probably have in your kitchen already is said to be a perfect remedy to plants who attract endless pests, especially during the summer months

Economics

62 h. ago UK households warned 'keep windows and doors shut' as bugs swam

The flying ant invasion this year will come sooner than usual, with the peak expected between July 22 and 25. Brits are advised to shut their doors and windows to keep unwanted insects out

Events

62 h. ago UK households told 'keep your doors and windows shut' as swarms of bugs take over

Flying Ant Day is an annual event when millions of winged male and female ants fly out of their colonies to mate in the air, and UK households are being warned to keep their windows and doors shut

Events

3 d. ago Moment grimacing teenage thug, 18 who targeted Bridgerton star for her phone is arrested by police after trying to flee by jumping out of window when officers arrived at his door

Zacariah Boulares, 18, snuck up behind actress Genevieve Chenneour, 27, and grabbed her iPhone 14 Pro in the upmarket Joe & the Juice coffee shop on Kensington High Street, west London.

Events

3 d. ago UK households told 'do not' throw away bruised apples and pears in July

The RSPB is encouraging people to leave them on their lawns or on bird tables instead

Politics

3 d. ago UK households told to follow Met Office's 'rule' at 11am this week

The government agency has issued fresh advice to Brits as the 'tropical' heat will continue for the rest of the week

Society

4 d. ago Erdington fire LIVE: Birmingham locals told 'shut windows' as huge blaze rages

Around 60 firefighters rushed to Erdington, Birmingham, to tackle a large blaze this afternoon - and locals have been urged to keep their doors and windows closed because of smoke

Events

4 d. ago Erdington fire LIVE: M6 traffic chaos as Birmingham locals told 'shut windows'

Around 60 firefighters rushed to Erdington, Birmingham, to tackle a large blaze this afternoon - and locals have been urged to keep their doors and windows closed because of smoke

Events

4 d. ago B&M shoppers wowed by £3 item that keeps bugs out of your house

As the weather gets warmer, insects end up invading our homes through open windows and doors - but there's a cheap solution

Economics

4 d. ago Households told to do one thing before cutting tree down in your own garden

If a tree is causing you problems in your garden you need to be careful to check this one detail first - otherwise you can risk causing problems with your neighbours

Politics

5 d. ago Heavily armed federal agents blow door off suspect’s home. He wasn’t there — but girlfriend and kids were

Officers blow off door and window before sending in drone to clear house room by room

Events

6 d. ago UK households told to shut windows and curtains facing one direction on Sunday

Britain is set to see yet more temperature spikes this weekend, but the nation can do one simple thing to keep the burning UV rays out of their home

Politics

7 d. ago UK households told 'do not' bin old CDs and hang them in your garden instead

It turns out there is a strange but simple way to make use of your old CDs whilst tackling a common gardening problem

Politics

8 d. ago Vacuum glazing explained: is vacuum double glazing worth it compared to other window types?

Vacuum glazing is a popular choice for sash windows because of their relative expense no matter which glass you choose

Politics

8 d. ago Southmead fire LIVE: Huge blaze near hospital amid urgent 'avoid area' warning

Avon Fire and Rescue Service has urged people to stay away from a blaze close to Southmead Hospital in Bristol with people nearby told to close their windows and doors

Events

9 d. ago As UK told to 'prepare for war' households urged to stockpile these items as 'sensible precaution'

After the chilling warning from the government, households should prepare but not panic

Events

1 week ago UK households told 'do not' throw away leftover coffee grounds

They can be beneficial in your home and garden

Politics

1 week ago Jurgen Klopp's 'incredible player' leaves Liverpool to take summer departures to 12

Liverpool have seen something of an exodus this season with a 12th player now joining the list of stars to head through the exit door so far in this transfer window

Sport

1 week ago UK households told to 'take action' if you spot blackbirds in your garden

There are small changes you can make to help protect the beloved garden birds

Politics