2 h. ago Woman tries to lock door with corkscrew as partner watches 'chaos' in disbelief

Annabel Smith went into a panic as she tried to complete what would normally be a simple task

Events

8 d. ago Households told to ditch 10 'phantom load' devices costing £630 a year

Switching things off properly could really add up

Economics

1 week ago Driver burns alive trapped in electric car as doors lock shut with bystanders unable to get him out after fiery crash

A DRIVER tragically burned to death trapped inside his electric car after a high-speed crash in China. Nighttime footage of the terrifying blaze — which is too distressing to show — captured the Xiaomi SU7 ablaze on a rain-slicked road in Chengdu, Sichuan. Rescuers could be seen tugging helplessly at its locked doors, punching, kicking...

Events

1 week ago Householders who have induction hobs told to 'test' with fridge item now

Simple check can help avoid issues with the appliance.

Politics

1 week ago Tax warning as UK households told 'more families will be caught out'

Experts are raising the alarm for middle class families that are unknowingly ‘sleepwalking’ into tax bills

Events

1 week ago UK households told to rub potatoes on windows to 'stop' condensation

It might sound bizarre but this expert-approved hack will help with tackling the common autumn problem

Politics

1 week ago Doing 1 thing with your house key could keep you safe during a break

A woman has shared a 'life-saving' key trick that could help prevent your home being broken into - and it's all to do with the way you lock your door at night

Politics

1 week ago UK households told to plant one tree in garden that robins will flock to 'all year round'

There is one particular tree that will attract these beautiful birds to your garden throughout each season

Politics

1 week ago UK households told to stockpile one common time after 'WW3 threat'

The government has issued guidance to households across the UK on how to prepare for emergencies, which includes stocking up on key items including bottled water

Events

2 w. ago Brits told to do one thing before power cuts hit during winter

As Britain braces for more extreme weather and potential power cuts, people are being urged to do one simple thing - and it's crucial ahead of the festive season

Events

2 w. ago Exact time of day all UK households should open their windows

UK households have been told they need to open their windows at certain points during the day. There's a crucial reason why this should be done, even during the colder months

Politics

2 w. ago Households told 'think twice' about extension leads in one room

Stockport-based James Harrison has issued a warning

Events

3 w. ago UK households told to put strange household item near windows and doors during Storm Amy

There's a simple way to safeguard your home from Storm Amy which is battering UK towns and cities this weekend

Events

3 w. ago UK households urged to lock all doors and windows from now until 8pm – here's why

Brits are being urged to lock all doors and windows by 3pm with the Met Office issuing amber weather warnings to some parts of the country as Storm Amy makes landfall

Politics

3 w. ago UK households told to put kitchen foil on radiators in October

UK households have been told it may be a good idea to put kitchen foil on radiators from October. It may benefit you in more ways than you think, and it's easy to do

Politics

3 w. ago UK households told to lock all their doors and windows by 3pm

The Met Office has issued a number of weather warnings for the UK as Storm Amy hits the country, with the forecaster advising households to take a number of precautions

Politics

3 w. ago All households told to keep windows open no matter how cold it gets

An expert has urged all households to keep their windows open for as long as possible, and it's something you should be doing every day, no matter how cold it is outside

Politics

3 w. ago UK households told to spray window ledges and door frames with vinegar this October

It might sound bizarre, but the natural ingredient has many benefits for your home and garden

Politics

3 w. ago Households told to take action today as energy price cap rises

The energy price cap will rise by 2 per cent in England, Scotland and Wales from Wednesday

Politics

3 w. ago UK households told to pour washing up liquid over grass in October

Gardening experts are recommending this little-known hack

Politics