36 h. ago A mourning father thought he was collecting his son’s clothes from the mortuary. The bag actually contained a human brain, lawsuit says

“Discovering one’s own child’s brain matter in a washing machine and then having to scoop it out...is a horror no family should ever endure,” a lawsuit claims

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36 h. ago Man forced to scoop son's liquefied brain out of washing machine after funeral home error

The family of Alexander Pinon, 27, were left horrified after they were handed a bag of his clothing - but it was quickly apparent that it contained something else

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6 d. ago Make clothes last longer with one change to settings on your washing machine

Experts have revealed just one change to make to your washing machine in order to ensure clothes stay looking better for longer

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7 d. ago Scientists discover the washing machine cycle that we should all be using

Study has found using one wash setting may help keep your clothes looking and feeling fresh for longer

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7 d. ago Scientists find washing machine cycle that keeps clothes in better condition for longer

Different settings were put through their paces in rigorous tests of t-shirts

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8 d. ago How dirty is your home? The seven things you need to clean NOW in time for Christmas

From the dirty air fryer drawer collecting crumbs in unusual places to the washing machine seal quietly growing its own ecosystem, these are the cleaning tasks you need to tackle today.

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1 week ago Is it true that you should take vitamin C when you’ve got a cold?

The vitamin has many benefits, but research shows that people who take it are just as likely to get the sniffles as those who don’t‘Vitamin C is important for your health in lots of ways,” says Daniel M Davis, the head of life sciences at Imperial College London. It is a strong antioxidant, helping protect cells from harmful unstable compounds that arise from toxins and pollution. It helps the body absorb iron, and is also used in the production of collagen. “But the idea that taking high doses of vitamin C – or drinking lots of orange juice – will stop you catching a cold, or help you recover faster, is a myth.”Davis, the author of Self Defence: A Myth-Busting Guide to Immune Health, explains that the popular belief in vitamin C’s cold-fighting powers has persisted for more than 50 years, “pretty much solely because of the evangelical view of one man: Linus Pauling”. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Five 'most dangerous' appliances that should 'never' be left on standby

An expert has warned that families are using potentially hazardous devices every day without recognising the warning signs of electrical faults, which could pose significant fire risks within homes

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1 week ago Clothes will dry quicker in winter if you use 1 household item with heated rack

Dry your clothes much quicker this winter by using one common household item with your heated rack. It doesn't just speed up the process but can also save money

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2 w. ago Dry your clothes faster this winter when using 1 household item with heated rack

Winter is here with us for a long time which means drying clothes indoors has never been more harder. Here's how you can dry your laundry without spending a fortune this month

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2 w. ago Amazon's 'warm hug' heated gilet that fits under a coat down 29%

The gilet heats up in 10 seconds and is machine washable - perfect for an extra layer this winter

Events

2 w. ago Best dehumidifier: Keep moisture at bay and dry clothes quickly with these tried and tested models

I've tried and tested a range of dehumidifiers suitable for UK homes. Whether you just need something for a room or want to bring humidity levels down across your home.

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2 w. ago I asked experts the quickest way to dry clothes inside with no heating

It's the time of year when drying clothes inside can be a bit of a struggle- but there are some easy ways to do it without having to rely on the heating

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2 w. ago Human washing machine that can clean head to toe goes on sale for £290,000

A 'human washing machine' that can clean a person from head to toe has gone on sale in Japan, but it costs £290,000 (60 million Japanese yen).

Economics

2 w. ago Washing machine will stop smelling with 1 step that costs no money

Getting rid of that bad washing machine smell doesn't have to be so hard, in fact, one man suggested a trick which can be done regularly – and it doesn't cost a penny

Economics

2 w. ago Households urged to complete 1 step regularly for clean washing machine

Want to get rid of that bad washing machine stench? One man revealed his savvy hack to promise a fresh smelling appliance by following one simple step regularly

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2 w. ago Towels will be fluffier after adding 1 natural item 5 cleaners love to washing machine

If you've noticed that your towels are feeling a bit stiff and scratchy, there's a simple solution to get them soft again - and it's a kitchen cupboard staple.

Science

2 w. ago Fall asleep in minutes by placing 1 item on your forehead before bed

A neuroscientist has claimed placing something cold on your forehead could help you fall asleep faster, and research suggests it could be more effective than other methods

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2 w. ago Towels will dry quicker in winter if you remember 1 step before hanging them up

It can get harder for many Brits to dry their towels inside during the winter, but one cleaning expert is urging homeowners to complete one step every single time

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3 w. ago Washing machine's 'secret' button could help dry clothes faster in cold weather

Nicola Lewis shared her nifty washing machine trick on Instagram

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