Stop Pouring Olive Oil Down Drains to Avoid Blockages
UK households are urged to stop pouring excess olive oil down the sink to prevent costly blockages and fatbergs, as fats, oils, and grease (FOG) solidify in pipes.
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Original Tyne and Wear Metro Trains Bow Out After 46 Years
The original Class 599 Tyne and Wear Metro trains completed their final week of service, having travelled half a billion kilometres and carried 1.7 billion customers over 46 years.
Brits Driven Round the Bend by Noisy Eaters, Half Call for Ban
A poll of 2,000 Brits found that half support a ban on loud food in certain places and 'eat considerately' warnings on noisy snacks. Crisps top the list of noisiest foods.
Sunderland Braced for Xhaka Transfer Blow as Chelsea Agree Terms
Granit Xhaka has reportedly agreed personal terms with Chelsea, but Sunderland insist they will not entertain offers for their captain, who is integral to their plans.
National Museum Cardiff Considers Temporary Closure for Repairs
National Museum Cardiff may temporarily close for repairs and redevelopment, but no decision has been made yet. A social media post suggesting a 4-5 year closure was unfounded.
Siblings Feud Over £50m Inheritance Properties
Tatiana Akhmedova takes son to court over £453m divorce settlement, alleging asset hiding in one of the costliest family feuds.
Dunelm Launches Massive Easter Sale with Up to 75% Off Homeware
Dunlem's Easter sale offers up to 75% off homeware and furniture until April 16, with discounts on bedding, furniture, and more.
Stanley to Close US Plant Over Shift in Tape Measure Demand
Stanley Black & Decker is closing its Connecticut plant, cutting 300 jobs, due to lower demand for single-sided tape measures and a shift to double-sided ones made in Thailand.
Grandmother's Secret Formula Clears Man's Decade-Long Blemishes in Four Days
Nic Taylor's grandmother's cream, containing Silver Chitoderm, cleared his decade-long blemishes in four days, leading to the founding of 47 Skin.
Brits Baffled By Majorca's Bizarre Poolside Towel Etiquette
British etiquette expert William Hanson weighs in on Majorca's poolside towel etiquette and other hotel faux pas by Brits.
Playboy to Move HQ from California to Miami, Citing 'Anti-Business' Rules
Playboy moves HQ from Los Angeles to Miami Beach, citing California's anti-business climate, with new penthouse offices and a reimagined Playboy Club.
The Mediterranean's Short-Lived 'Atlantis'
In 1831, a volcanic island briefly emerged off Sicily, sparking an international dispute before sinking within five months. Volcanologists now study its remains.
Cash Isa Limit Cut to £12,000 in Budget
UK budget cuts cash Isa limit to £12,000 for under-65s, introduces 22% tax on cash interest in stocks and shares Isas, and launches new first-time buyer Isa with no age limit.
Pint Prices Set to Surge 71p as Heatwave Devastates Barley Harvests
Pint prices could rise by up to 71p as heatwave damages barley crops, driving up brewing costs. Heineken and Carlsberg face 16% production cost increases.
Scotch eggs: 10-fold surge in demand for 'substantial meal' snack
Scotch egg demand surges 10-fold after UK ministers confirm it qualifies as a 'substantial meal' in tier 2 pubs.
Electric Aircraft Could Revolutionise New York Air Travel by 2028
Joby Aviation's electric aircraft could cut JFK to Manhattan travel to 10 minutes, offering a quieter, zero-emission alternative to helicopters by 2028.
Stanley Quencher Tumbler Gets Rare 50% Off in UK
Urban Outfitters slashes Stanley Quencher price to £28 in post-Christmas sale, offering over 30% off the iconic tumbler.
UK Fuel Retailers to Be Forced to Share Prices Within Half Hour of Any Changes
UK fuel retailers must share price changes within 30 minutes under new rules to boost transparency and competition.
England vs Panama: 50/1 Goal Boost with Paddy Power
Paddy Power offers enhanced odds of 50/1 for a goal in England vs Panama. New customers can claim free bets with promo code YFBDHT. Maximum £1 stake.
Londoners Defy Tube Strikes as Elizabeth Line Usage Surges
Londoners adapt to Tube strikes with increased use of Elizabeth line, Overground, buses, and cycling; RMT talks set for next week.
Majorca Airport Chaos as Drone Grounds All Flights
Flights at Majorca Airport were suspended after a drone was spotted, causing delays and diversions for about 30 minutes.
Kroger to Lay Off 1,000 Corporate Staff Ahead of 60 Store Closures
Kroger announces 1,000 corporate layoffs and plans to close 60 stores, redirecting savings to price cuts and new store openings.
Brits Discover Simple Trick to Keep Car Seats Cool in Heatwave
Drivers use jackets on car seats to prevent leather from overheating in heatwave, a trick endorsed by the RAC.
Royal Mail Warns of No Deliveries on Spring Bank Holiday
Royal Mail warns of no deliveries or collections on Spring Bank Holiday for all UK postcodes except Ayr. Fined £21m for missing targets, firm vows £500m turnaround.
US Summer Travel at Six-Year Low Due to Rising Costs
Rising costs and economic uncertainty lead 65% of Americans to alter summer travel plans, with many choosing cheaper domestic trips.
Land Rover Drivers Face £60 Tax Per Diesel Fill Up
Land Rover drivers face nearly £60 tax per diesel fill-up as prices surge 36.5% in nine weeks, analysis shows.
Tesco Finest Cheddar Beats Cathedral City in Which? Taste Test
Tesco Finest cheddar beats Cathedral City in Which? blind taste test, scoring 78% for taste and texture.
Britons Stranded as Middle East Flights Cancelled After Strikes
Thousands of Britons stranded in Middle East after flights cancelled due to US and Israeli strikes against Iran, with airspace closures and airport suspensions.
Octopus Energy boss suggests some would accept blackouts for lower bills
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson suggests some households would accept occasional blackouts for lower energy bills, sparking debate on grid investment costs.
British Tourist, 55, Collapses and Dies at Greek Hospital
A British tourist, 55, collapsed and died at a hospital in Kalavryta, Greece, while his wife was being treated. An autopsy is pending.
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