8 h. 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

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10 h. 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

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10 h. 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

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35 h. 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

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58 h. 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

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62 h. 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

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

Gardening experts are recommending this little-known hack

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3 d. ago Gardeners told to pour household item on lawns in October for one reason

There's a simple way to help your lawn become green and lush without using harsh chemicals - and it involves something everyone has in the house

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4 d. ago UK households told to put bowl of 50p rice on windowsill to stop condensation

Condensation can lead to damp and mould which can be damaging for your home and your health

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5 d. ago The kindness of strangers: a Los Angeles bus driver got everyone onboard to sing me happy birthday

The jolly driver had already done me a favour when I’d left my camera on board. Then he got on the microphone and said ‘Hey folks, it’s this guy’s birthday today’Read more in the Kindness of strangers seriesBack in my native Austria, people don’t even bother to lock their front doors. So when I set off in the 1980s to backpack through the US, I was warned about the country’s high crime rate and made to fear this big, scary place.I had my 21st birthday while I was in Los Angeles, and I’d been out having a few beers. Tired and ready to go home, I jumped on a public bus. The moment I stepped off I realised I’d left my camera on the seat – a disaster, as it was very precious to me. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago UK households told to open windows from October despite drop in temperatures

Condensation is a big problem in the UK, but there's one simple thing you can do to help prevent it

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7 d. ago UK households told 'do not' rinse plates before putting them in dishwasher

A dishwasher expert has put some common myths to bed

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7 d. ago UK households told to rub vinegar on their windows as temperatures plummet

Condensation on windows is a common problem in the winter months, but one window specialist has shared a 'quick fix' solution that can help prevent it from forming

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8 d. ago I am 86 and on my own. How do I get to know my nice neighbour better? | Leading questions

Trying to progress a relationship can feel awkward, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But it’s easier if you find something specific to do togetherRead more Leading questionsI am 86 and have been on my own for many years. However, despite being financially secure, it is a lonely life and I realise I’ve fallen into a materially comfortable rut. Come 6pm I eat a meal, usually microwaved, have a shower, put my PJs on, lock the doors, put the TV on and settle down to another boring evening. My children live far away and have their own lives, although I do encourage them to visit me as much as they can and my grandchildren do, for the occasional weekend. Sometimes, though, I can go days without talking to anyone.I used to belong to several singles groups but Covid caused them to close and not reopen again. I am in reasonably good health, although walking any distance is a problem now. My question is: there’s a nice lady, a little younger than myself, who lives next door and w...

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8 d. ago Scots householders told to pull curtains closed at 7pm from tomorrow

This simple trick can make a significant difference to how warm your home feels this autumn

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9 d. ago UK households told to smear washing up liquid over windows this October

Condensation is a common problem in UK homes during autumn and winter, but there is an easy way to tackle it

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1 week ago Warning to all UK households with chimneys as they are told 'act now'

Those with fireplaces and wood burning stoves need to act now, say experts

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1 week ago UK households told 'do not' fix squeaky gates and doors for key reason

It might seem odd, but it could help to protect your property

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1 week ago UK households told to rub shaving foam onto windows to tackle condensation

It is an effective hack to get rid of condensation during autumn and winter

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2 w. ago UK households told to stock up on essential item before end of September

Rural homes often need heating oil as they are based in "off-grid" areas and don't have access to the main gas network.

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