Cleaning guru shares natural ingredient for softer bed sheets
Cleaning expert Chantel Mila says adding one cup of baking soda to the washing machine drum can soften bed sheets and remove odours.
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Mossley Hill maisonette with jacuzzi and gym on sale for £1.3m
A five-bedroom maisonette in The Hollies, Mossley Hill, with a home gym, sauna and covered jacuzzi, is on sale for £1,300,000.
Charity bookshop's book tower sparks safety fears
A charity bookshop's floor-to-ceiling spiral tower of books has delighted shoppers but raised safety concerns, with some calling it a potential hazard in a public space.
£100m Manchester nature scheme expands in latest plans
An extension to Manchester's £100m CyanLines nature scheme is among the latest developments announced across Greater Manchester, including new Mayoral Development Corporations in Middleton and Oldham.
DWP confirms Jobcentre Plus and National Careers Service merger from October 2026
The DWP will merge Jobcentre Plus and the National Careers Service in England from 1 October 2026, aiming to improve support for disabled people and boost employment.
Pensioner Couples: £688.40 Boost Every Four Weeks
Low-income State Pensioner couples may receive a £688.40 Pension Credit boost every four weeks if they meet three key eligibility conditions, including receiving a qualifying disability benefit.
HMRC sends £70 pension top-up letters to one million lower earners
HMRC is writing to around one million lower earners who missed out on pension tax relief, offering an average £70 top-up payment for the 2024-25 tax year.
Blukar Head Torch Deal: Rechargeable Light at £13.97 on Amazon
The Blukar Head Torch Rechargeable is now £13.97 on Amazon, down from £17.99, with a 1200mAh battery, eight modes, and motion sensor.
Pension Credit can cut TV Licence bill to £0 for over-75s
Older state pensioners can cut their TV Licence bill to £0 in 16 minutes by claiming Pension Credit, which unlocks a free licence for those aged 75 or over.
UK woman's South Korea move cuts rent to £300 and nights out to £10
Robyn Mansir, 27, moved from Manchester to South Korea, cutting housing costs to £300 a month and nights out to £10, citing far lower living costs.
M&S Custard Cream Spread: Scones Yes, Toast No
M&S's new Custard Cream spread is rich, sweet, and creamy with biscuit bits. The reviewer says it's perfect on scones, not morning toast.
Dunelm's 'adorable' otter table lamp wins over shoppers
Dunelm's Ottelie the Otter Resin Table Lamp, priced at £25, charms shoppers with its quirky design, though some note the bulb is sold separately.
Millions missing pension tax relief under HMRC rule
Higher-rate taxpayers could lose thousands in pension tax relief if they fail to claim extra relief under relief-at-source schemes, AJ Bell warns.
Barrister: Couples and workers may be owed tax refunds
Married couples, workers and pension savers could reclaim overpaid tax. Andy Wood, tax barrister, highlights Marriage Allowance, emergency pension tax and employment expenses as key areas to check.
Molton Brown cracker set drops to £5.17 with cashback deal
Molton Brown's Orange & Bergamot Christmas Cracker Set, priced £22 at Sephora, can be bought for £5.17 by new TopCashback members who are also new Sephora customers.
Gen Z’s wild Sunday roast additions: ketchup, kimchi and more
A survey of 2,000 people found 27% of Brits added ketchup to a roast in the past year, while Gen Z leads the trend with 39% using ketchup and 23% hot sauce.
M&S £28 stretchy smart trousers praised by shoppers
Marks and Spencer's £28 Jersey Twill Straight Leg Ankle Grazer Trousers earn 4.4 stars as shoppers call them flattering, smart and ideal for autumn.
Search for Indonesian ship carrying 240 people that vanished in Java Sea
A major search is underway for the Virgo Transport 8, a passenger ship carrying 241 people, which lost contact in the Java Sea while travelling from East Java to South Kalimantan on Borneo island.
Aldi and Lidl beat Jammie Dodgers in jam biscuit taste test
Aldi and Lidl's jam biscuits scored 10/10 in a taste test, beating Jammie Dodgers and Fox's.
Poached eggs 'perfect' every time with chef's 'easiest' method
Poached eggs can be cooked 'perfectly' in under five minutes using a microwave, a chef's 'easiest' method that avoids pans and fuss.
New UK holiday pay rules: 'Complex' compliance burden for firms
New holiday pay rules from April 2026 require UK employers to keep six years of records, with many firms struggling to calculate variable pay and facing potential fines.
Tesco worker reveals best time for yellow-sticker bargains
A former Tesco employee reveals the best time to find yellow-sticker bargains, with discounts up to 90% as closing time approaches.
Farage's £36m donor Ben Delo: from Oxford pranks to BitMEX billions
Ben Delo, the UK's youngest self-made billionaire, gave Reform UK a record £36m donation, yet lives frugally, using vouchers at McDonald's and renting out a windowsill as an Airbnb.
Rookery Hall: 'best hotel' with 'exceptional' food for autumn breaks
Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa in Cheshire earns glowing reviews as a top choice for Hand Picked Hotels' autumn spa breaks, with guests praising its luxury and service.
Crathorne Hall autumn stay from £240 near Newcastle
Crathorne Hall Hotel in North Yorkshire offers an Amber Hours Retreat with room upgrades and champagne afternoon tea from £240 per night, a one-hour drive from Newcastle.
Dusk's Portia Jacquard Waffle Bedding Set Heavily Discounted
Dusk's Portia Jacquard Waffle Duvet Cover & Pillowcase Set is discounted up to 27% for winter, with shoppers praising its luxurious feel and stylish neutral stone colour.
M&S cuts prices on 50+ products in Waitrose battle
M&S is cutting prices on more than 50 organic products, including flour, lentils and lamb mince, as it intensifies competition with Waitrose. The move follows a £30m investment in food price reductions over the past year.
Roman's £19 'warm but not too thick' jumper in 18 autumn colours
Roman's Plain Soft Crew Neck Jumper is reduced from £26 to £19.50 with code AFRPLC25Q226, available in 18 colours and sizes 10-20.
Pension Credit: £344.20 Boost for Eligible Retirees
Retirees on low incomes may get a £344.20 Pension Credit top-up every four weeks if they meet three key eligibility conditions, according to DWP guidance.
Llandudno crowned best UK retirement town, residents delighted
Llandudno in North Wales has been named the UK's best place to retire, beating Glossop, Tynemouth and Ilfracombe in new research.
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