Stop drinking your tea this way, says expert
Famed etiquette expert William Hanson points out a common blunder Brits make when holding a teacup. Discover the proper technique and other tea-time faux pas to avoid.
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Tipping Fatigue: Americans Fed Up With 'Ridiculous' Culture
A new survey reveals 77% of Americans believe tipping has become excessive. Experts explain the sneaky tactics, from inflated calculations to touchscreen pressure, fuelling consumer frustration.
Massive illegal fly-tip threatens Oxfordshire river
A 150-metre mountain of waste dumped illegally in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, sparks an ecological disaster warning. The Environment Agency is pursuing criminals to cover clean-up costs. Report waste crime now.
Tipping Point Counters Are Plastic, Ben Shephard Reveals
Tipping Point host Ben Shephard settles the debate on what the show's iconic counters are made of. Discover the plastic truth and how the show creates its signature sound effects.
Contactless 'tipping machines' outrage Brewdog customers
Brewdog faces backlash as contactless tipping devices at London Waterloo bar accidentally charge customers. Discover the debate over UK tipping culture and the tech behind the controversy.
Fly-tippers dump 150m waste mountain in Oxfordshire
Shocking drone footage reveals a 150-metre long mountain of illegally dumped waste in an Oxfordshire field. Local authorities are investigating. Urgent action is needed to tackle this pollution crisis.
Illegal Waste Dump Pollutes Oxfordshire River
A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching pollutants into the River Cherwell, with evidence pointing to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.
12-metre waste dump threatens River Cherwell
Urgent action demanded as 12-metre high illegal waste dump in Kidlington risks polluting River Cherwell. MP warns of 'ecological disaster' from criminal fly-tipping gangs.
12-Metre Illegal Waste Dump Threatens River
An 'obscene' 12-metre high illegal waste dump in Kidlington is polluting the River Cherwell. MP demands Government action. Urgent clean-up needed to prevent environmental disaster.
Fly-tipping 'mountain' threatens Oxfordshire river
A 10-metre high illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire, described as an 'environmental catastrophe', threatens the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.
500ft Fly-Tip in Oxfordshire Threatens River
A 500ft-long illegal waste dump, potentially orchestrated by a crime gang, threatens the River Cherwell in Oxfordshire. Removal costs may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.
150m illegal waste mountain threatens Oxfordshire river
A 150m-long illegal plastic waste dump created by organised crime is causing an environmental catastrophe in Oxfordshire, threatening the River Cherwell with toxic runoff. Urgent action demanded.
500ft Fly-Tip Mountain Threatens Oxfordshire River
A 500ft-long mountain of hazardous waste illegally dumped in Oxfordshire threatens the River Cherwell with toxic runoff, prompting an Environment Agency probe. Report information anonymously.
Mother fined £1,000 for envelope by full bin
A mental health nurse in West London faces a £1,000 fine for fly-tipping after leaving a cardboard envelope next to an overflowing communal bin. The council is reviewing the case.
COP30: Amazon tipping point threat examined
As COP30 continues in Belém, scientists warn the Amazon faces irreversible collapse. Discover why climate negotiations matter and what's at stake for global climate targets.
Modern Etiquette Quiz: Are Your Manners Up to Date?
Discover the unwritten rules of contemporary British etiquette in our exclusive quiz. From social media conduct to dining dilemmas, test your knowledge of modern manners that would impress even the Duchess of Edinburgh.
39-Point Gentleman Guide Sparks Traditionalist Outrage
A controversial modern guide to gentlemanly behaviour has sparked outrage among traditionalists who claim it misses the fundamental essence of true gentility. Discover why etiquette experts are calling this checklist 'ridiculous' and what really defines a
UN: Triple hottest years risk irreversible climate damage
A devastating UN report reveals Earth has experienced its three hottest consecutive years, pushing crucial natural systems toward irreversible tipping points with catastrophic consequences.
Country Life's 39 Rules for Spotting a True Gentleman
Country Life's etiquette expert Laura Windsor reveals the definitive guide to identifying genuine gentlemen through manners, appearance and behaviour in modern society.
Council fines residents £1,500 in recycling blunder
Westminster neighbours hit with massive fines after council wrongly accuses them of fly-tipping. The shocking case that exposes recycling system failures.
Atlantic Ocean currents face imminent collapse - scientists
New research reveals the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation could collapse as early as 2025, triggering catastrophic climate impacts across Europe and North America.
Organised Waste Crime Costs UK £1 Billion Annually
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated criminal networks are exploiting Britain's waste disposal system, costing taxpayers millions and creating environmental havoc across the UK.
Organised Crime Behind UK Fly-Tipping Epidemic
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated criminal networks are turning illegal waste dumping into a multi-million pound enterprise, overwhelming British countryside and communities.
UK Tipping Study Reveals Regional Generosity Divide
Groundbreaking research uncovers the UK's tipping culture hotspots and which cities are leading the way in generosity when dining out.
American diners stunned by UK restaurant service culture
An American expat's viral observations reveal the stark contrasts between US and UK waitstaff culture, from tipping expectations to server interactions.
The Complete Guide to Tipping Etiquette in the UK
Master the art of tipping in Britain with this comprehensive guide covering restaurants, hotels, taxis and service charges. Learn when and how much to tip for various services.
Why you shouldn't say 'congratulations' to engaged women
Etiquette experts reveal why saying 'congratulations' to an engaged woman is considered poor form, and what you should say instead to celebrate her happy news properly.
Waitress confronts customer over zero tip in London restaurant
A London waitress went viral after publicly challenging a customer who left no gratuity. The heated exchange raises questions about tipping culture in UK hospitality.
Amazon recalls WLive dressers over safety risks
Critical safety recall issued for WLive fabric dressers sold on Amazon UK, posing dangerous tipping risks to children. Full refunds available as authorities warn consumers to stop use immediately.
Man fined £500 for clearing rubbish from public alleyway
A Birmingham resident faces a hefty £500 penalty from the council after taking matters into his own hands to clear fly-tipped waste from a communal alleyway, sparking debate about civic responsibility versus council regulations.
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