2 h. ago Mary Berry urges households to chop vegetables in certain way

Ahead of Mary Berry's new series Quick Cooking Mondays, the chef's latest advice to speed up the cooking time is to chop vegetables thin and nicely, or to not cut them at all

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8 h. ago United Utilities issues urgent plea to all Manchester households

Across England, it has so far been the driest start to the year since 1956

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14 h. ago UK households urged to apply for new cost of living support worth £300

The money is being distributed by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council as part of the Household Support Fund scheme - we explain who is eligible and how to apply

Economics

24 h. ago Drivers urged to carry £1 kitchen item in the car to avoid £2,500 fine

Motorists are being urged to carry a common household item to prevent foggy windscreens and avoid a hefty £2,500 fine for obstructed vision

Economics

31 h. ago Households urged to cut short their showers as drought fears rise across UK

With no major downpours forecast and reservoirs only 80% full, water rationing is now needed, with homeowners encouraged to turn off their taps and keep showering to a minimum

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36 h. ago Rory McIlroy reveals he was reduced to a 'mess' after seeing his mum and dad for the first time since his Masters triumph and admits he tried to keep his homecoming as 'private as possible'

In the world of sport, many of the greatest athletes to have lived credit their success to the support network they have around them.

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46 h. ago Households urged to add two kitchen ingredients to sunflowers and watch them thrive

If you want your sunflowers to grow as tall and full as possible in time for summer then gardener have been advised to add these two key kitchen items to their flower food

Events

56 h. ago UK charity Music in Hospitals & Care to perform for veterans in Wishaw to mark VE Day

This year, Music in Hospitals & Care will be showing their support on VE Day with specially curated live music experiences celebrating the resilience and sacrifice of veterans.

Politics

64 h. ago Martin Lewis responds to Winter Fuel Payment update after claims of U

Winter Fuel Payments are worth up to £300 and used to be available to everyone over state pension age but the rules were changed last year

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3 d. ago Households urged to leave uncooked £1 kitchen staple out for birds now

Experts say a humble, uncooked kitchen staple could give your garden visitors a vital boost, but only if you use it in the right way

Society

3 d. ago Garden wildlife experts urge households to leave out 88p breakfast item for birds

Stale, unsweetened cereal can be a welcome snack for many common bird species - but there are important rules to follow to make sure it's safe for them to eat

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3 d. ago Households urged to save plastic bottles and add to garden immediately

If you have old plastic bottles lying around, don't toss them out - they can actually be recycled into a handy item that will help you grow many different kinds of plants

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3 d. ago Households urged to leave out one stale 88p breakfast item for birds

Garden birds can benefit from one stale breakfast item lurking in your cupboard, but it’s important to serve it correctly to keep them safe and healthy

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4 d. ago Urgent bacteria warning to households with rugs or carpets that appear 'clean'

Households are urged to clean rugs and carpets frequently to prevent foul smells and the build-up of harmful bacteria which cannot be seen by the naked eye

Events

5 d. ago Households in new builds urged to avoid specific type of lawn

A gardening TikToker has a host of tips for people living in new-build homes to bring more wildlife back to their garden - and their top tip is to avoid one type of lawn

Society

5 d. ago Households with robins in the garden are urged never to do one thing

Robins are a national favourite among bird species, representing hope, but enthusiasts who want to spy the red-breasted birds have been warned to do so from a distance

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6 d. ago Households urged to spread £1.20 kitchen staple to get rid of wasps

Angry wasps can become a nuisance in summer as they whizz around you, your drinks, and food in just about any outdoor area - but there's a solution to keep them away

Economics

6 d. ago Gardeners issued crucial fertiliser warning after UK blasted with heatwave

Gardeners are being urged to follow this simple advice when it comes to fertilising their lawns after a hot spell, with households urged to trust the morning and evening watering routine

Events

7 d. ago UK households urged to keep windows closed from Friday until Saturday

Hot weather is still expected in parts of the country on Friday and Saturday, as the Met Office confirmed 29C was recorded in London this week - and Brits are being urged to take action

Politics

7 d. ago UK households urged not to cut their grass in May for vital reason

An expert gardener has issued key advice as we enter 'No Mow May'

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