I ditched fabric conditioner for a month—here's what happened
After one month without fabric conditioner, towels absorbed water better, sportswear stayed fresher, and the washing machine remained clean, with few downsides.
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BP profits double to £4.2bn as energy bills soar
BP's quarterly profits more than doubled to £4.2bn, sparking criticism as households face high energy bills and extreme weather.
Segro accepts £14bn takeover from US firm Prologis
Segro has agreed to a £14 billion takeover by US firm Prologis, ending a weeks-long battle with three prior rebuffed offers.
Home Bargains £6 Hallway Organiser with Shelf and Hooks
Home Bargains sells a £5.99 ribbed shelf with five hooks, designed to keep hallways neat and stylish while displaying decorative items.
HSBC profits surge 23% as CEO champions strong banks
HSBC reported a 23% rise in first-half pre-tax profit to $19.5bn, beating forecasts, as CEO Georges Elhedery said UK growth requires strong banks.
Tenant forced out of bedroom by wasp infestation
Craig McDonald's flat is infested with thousands of wasps, forcing him to abandon his bedroom and consider leaving home until the issue is resolved.
Gatwick fuel shortage disrupts travel, warns Calder
Simon Calder warns of Gatwick fuel shortage causing disruptions. Airlines advised to refuel elsewhere as technical issue hits supply.
Ski Yodl Goes Bust as All Booked Holidays Cancelled
Ski Yodl Ltd, trading as Yodl, has entered voluntary liquidation, cancelling all package holidays. ABTA says no current bookings were affected, but offers guidance for accommodation-only customers.
How to Set Boundaries with an Overbearing Mum Friend
A reader seeks advice on setting boundaries with a friend who oversteps, using their daughters' friendship to stay close. Coleen Nolan advises being assertive and clear.
HSBC Profit Sparks Bank Windfall Tax Demands
HSBC's £14.5bn half-year profit fuels TUC and Positive Money calls for a windfall tax on banks in the autumn Budget, potentially raising billions.
Legal rights for fruit from neighbour's overhanging tree
Fruit from a neighbour's tree that falls into your garden remains their property. Taking it is theft, and throwing it back could be fly-tipping.
Free Bus Travel for Under 16s Ends August 31
Free bus travel for under 16s in England ends August 31, affecting 14 million. Scheme aimed to ease summer holiday costs.
Liverpool Named One of UK's Best Cities for Culture
Travel experts highlight Liverpool as a top UK cultural destination, citing music, maritime history, and architecture as key draws.
Single mum feeds and entertains 4 kids all summer for £450
A single mum-of-four from Sheffield spends £450 on summer holidays, saving £650 by meal planning and using free activities.
Man Quits Job After Hobby Makes £2.4m a Year
Aaron Pearce, 38, turned a childhood hobby into a £2.4m-a-year business, quitting his job to focus on livestream football card breaks.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport moves closer to reopening
Doncaster Sheffield Airport begins a three-month consultation on reopening, following a £57m loan approval and first jet landing since closure.
BP profits soar to four-year high after Iran war boost
BP's quarterly profits surged 78% to $5.7bn, its highest in four years, amid Middle East conflict, drawing criticism from campaigners.
Tesco Clubcard holders offered £50 boost in new point challenge
Tesco Clubcard shoppers can earn up to £50 in points by completing certain challenges in store this summer, with the promotion running until September 13.
Ant McPartlin Didn't Realise Susan Boyle's BGT Audition Was Special
Ant McPartlin admits he didn't find Susan Boyle's 2009 BGT audition remarkable at the time, despite it becoming a global phenomenon with millions of views.
Shed bakers face anxious wait on £45 fee decision
Home bakers in East Devon await council review on street trading licences, potentially costing £45 yearly or facing closure.
Hazmat Team Called After Shein Parcel Makes Mum Dizzy
A Devon mum says hazmat firefighters were called after a Shein parcel with a strong chemical smell made her dizzy and unwell, causing her home to be evacuated.
Groom Left at Gatwick After easyJet Overbooks Honeymoon Flight
Newlywed Andy Wedlake was denied boarding on his honeymoon flight to Montenegro after easyJet overbooked, forcing him to fly alone 21 hours later.
Trainer quits job, earns £2.4m from football card side hustle
Aaron Pearce, 38, from Suffolk, made £2.4 million in revenue from his football card business after giving up his personal trainer job to focus on the side hustle.
Ninja Chopper Deal: £30 Gadget for Just £6.60
Shoppers can grab the Ninja Professional Stackable Chopper for just £6.60, down from £30, by stacking a TopCashback bonus and a 20% discount code.
Ghd straightener set reduced by £69 in limited-time deal
The Ghd Gold Hair Straightener & Styler set is now £139.99 on Amazon, down from £209, saving shoppers £69.01. Shoppers praise salon-quality results.
Charity shopper's 50p book is rare 1751 Milton edition
A woman bought a 1751 edition of John Milton's Paradise Lost for 50p at a charity shop, discovering its significant value after taking it home.
Alnmouth Named Among Best UK Seaside Towns for 2026
Alnmouth, a tranquil Northumberland village, ranks in Time Out's top 10 UK seaside towns for 2026, surpassing St Ives and Brighton.
Kent vegetable firm collapses after 87 years
John Paine (Kent) Potatoes Ltd has entered liquidation after 87 years, with a liquidator appointed on July 30, 2026, amid UK farm distress.
Megan McKenna moves to Germany after machete raid
Megan McKenna has relocated to Germany full-time after machete-wielding intruders broke into her home, leaving her terrified to live alone in the UK.
AerFin Acquired by Orix Aviation in £475m Deal
Newport-based aviation firm AerFin is acquired by Japan's Orix Aviation in a deal worth around £475m, marking a major milestone for the Welsh company.
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