Dad fixes pothole with garden gnome in brilliant DIY solution
A frustrated father from West Sussex has become a local hero after creating his own hilarious solution to a dangerous pothole that council officials ignored for months.
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Naked Mole Rats' Anti-Ageing Secret Unlocked
Groundbreaking research reveals how naked mole rats defy ageing through superior DNA repair mechanisms, offering potential breakthroughs for human health and longevity treatments.
Morrisons fuel contamination leaves drivers with £3k bills
Supermarket giant Morrisons faces mounting pressure to compensate hundreds of motorists after a fuel contamination incident at multiple forecourts left vehicles with catastrophic engine damage and repair costs soaring into thousands.
Estée Lauder Bundle Saves You £100 - Limited Time!
Discover Estée Lauder's limited-time beauty bundle featuring their cult-favourite Advanced Night Repair serum and luxurious moisturiser at an incredible £100 saving.
2025's Best Hair Masks: UK Buyer's Guide
Discover the top-performing hair masks available in Britain this year, from budget-friendly finds to luxury treatments that transform damaged, dry hair into shiny, healthy locks.
The Repair Shop's Angelina Restores Cherished Engagement Ring
Expert silversmith Angelina Bakalarou performs emotional restoration miracle on BBC's The Repair Shop, transforming a damaged engagement ring into a sparkling family heirloom.
Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla in Mediterranean standoff
Tensions escalate as Israel intercepts international aid vessels bound for Gaza, while tech rights advocates push against planned obsolescence and the world mourns conservation icon Jane Goodall.
Appliances Built to Break: The Throwaway Truth
From planned obsolescence to repair restrictions, discover why modern appliances have shockingly short lifespans and what UK consumers can do to combat the throwaway culture costing households billions.
Kirkcaldy's giant pothole nightmare sparks safety fears
Furious residents in Kirkcaldy are demanding immediate repairs after a massive pothole described as a 'crater' has made their street virtually impassable, creating safety hazards and damaging vehicles.
Boiler repair nightmare costs homeowner £2,000
A homeowner's shocking experience with a rogue plumber who demanded £2,000 for incomplete work serves as a crucial warning about cowboy tradesmen.
Repair Shop's Jay Blades on mental health after tragedy
Beloved BBC restoration expert Jay Blades speaks candidly about his mental health struggles and the support from The Repair Shop family after experiencing personal heartbreak.
The Repair Shop Fans Issue Demand After Emotional Episode
Viewers of the beloved BBC show are calling for a special episode after a particularly moving restoration of a 70-year-old teddy bear brought the nation to tears.
Candy's tumble dryer safety failure: 18-month ordeal
Exclusive: How a known fire-risk fault in a Candy dryer left a UK customer without a working appliance for a year and a half, despite safety warnings.
UK drivers warned against parking under trees
UK drivers are being warned about the severe and costly damage that parking beneath trees can cause to their vehicles, from sap and berries to bird droppings and falling branches.
Urgent Boiler Warning for UK Homes: Critical Fault Alert
Millions of British households are being alerted to a critical boiler fault that could lead to complete heating failure and costly emergency repairs during the coldest months.
£232m bill to fix Scotland's crumbling police stations
A damning report exposes the dire state of Police Scotland's estate, with repair costs soaring to £232 million. Critical failures in custody suites and leaking roofs plague stations across the nation.
Beauty Sleep Is Real: The Science Behind Overnight Skin Repair
Discover the groundbreaking science behind why quality sleep is the most powerful, yet underrated, weapon in your skincare arsenal. Experts reveal how overnight restoration fights ageing and repairs skin damage.
Expert's £10 B&Q Fence Fix Saves a Fortune
Discover a tradesman's secret £10 trick using a common B&Q product to repair broken fence posts instantly, avoiding a costly replacement bill.
Hammersmith Bridge: The £250m Paralysis Dividing London
Exclusive insight into the political and financial deadlock crippling Hammersmith Bridge, a vital London artery now closed indefinitely. Discover why this national infrastructure emergency remains unsolved.
Impossible Repair Alert: Minor Damage Writing Off Modern Cars
A shocking new report reveals how modern cars are being deemed 'beyond economic repair' due to minor damage and soaring costs, creating a financial timebomb for British motorists.
Pensioner's pothole agony: Council denies shattered ankle claim
A 72-year-old man's life is turned upside down after a deep pothole in Westminster leaves him with a shattered ankle. Despite the severity of his injuries, the local council has shockingly rejected his compensation claim, sparking outrage over the state o
A Homeowner's Costly Roof Repair Nightmare
A London homeowner's quest for a simple roof repair spirals into a costly and stressful saga of cowboy builders, soaring quotes, and the painful regret of ignoring early warning signs. A cautionary tale for every UK property owner.
Expert's 5-Minute Trick to Fix a Bumpy Autumn Lawn
Struggling with a lumpy, uneven lawn? A top gardener shares a simple, free trick using a common household item to transform your garden in minutes. Perfect for UK autumn lawns.
Jay Blades' Plea After Uncle Murdered in London Stabbing
The Repair Shop's beloved host, Jay Blades, issues an emotional public appeal following the shocking murder of his uncle in London. The TV personality urges witnesses to come forward as police investigate the stabbing.
UK Pothole Crisis: £16.3B Repair Backlog as Breakdowns Soar
New RAC analysis reveals Britain's pothole epidemic is worsening, with drivers 1.5 times more likely to break down due to road defects. Councils face a 16-year backlog as repair costs hit £16.3 billion.
Council taxpayers face £1.2bn wall repair bill
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.
Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council
The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.
300,000 UK Homes at Risk of Chimney Collapse
A shocking new report reveals that hundreds of thousands of UK homes could be at risk from dangerous chimney defects, with repair costs potentially reaching £3,000 per household. Experts warn of a ticking time bomb as ageing structures deteriorate.
Wellness Apps Can't Fix Your Washing Machine: Pritchett Cartoon
Edith Pritchett's brilliant cartoon exposes the absurdity of digital solutions for everyday physical problems. Discover why no app can replace a reliable repair service.
Ex-Apple Worker Reveals Genius Bar's Darkest Secrets
A former Apple employee breaks their silence, unveiling the shocking truth behind the Genius Bar's 'repair refusal' tactics, hidden fees, and the one simple phrase that guarantees better service.
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