Wythenshawe 20mph Plan: 486 Roads Face Speed Limit Cut
Nearly 500 roads in Wythenshawe could see 30mph limits cut to 20mph under new council plans. Consultation runs until September 18.
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UK households warned over most poisonous plant blooming now
Hemlock Water Dropwort, the UK's most toxic native plant, is blooming and may be more exposed after storms. It can be fatal if ingested. Councils urge vigilance.
Natural bathroom item prevents mould in humid conditions
Certain houseplants absorb excess bathroom moisture, offering a natural defence against mould and mildew, according to Sanctuary Bathrooms.
Natural houseplant solution to prevent bathroom mould
Houseplants like orchids and snake plants absorb excess humidity, offering a natural way to prevent bathroom mould, says an expert.
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UK may relax net zero targets to ease cost of living
Energy Secretary signals possible delay in clean power pledge and easing of EV sales rules to prioritize affordability for households.
Sadiq Khan urged to act on London burial space crisis
More than half of London's councils will run out of burial space within 15 years, prompting calls for the Mayor to lead a strategic response.
DIY Fruit Fly Trap: Apple Cider Vinegar Wins Test
A parent tested two DIY fruit fly traps using vinegar and dish soap. Apple cider vinegar proved more effective, trapping over 20 flies overnight.
Eccles residents 'attacked by brambles' from neglected land
Eccles residents are fed up with overgrown vegetation from a private plot, causing parking issues and a scruffy look. The council says it can't act, but the landowner, Aviva Investors, has now been informed and is clearing the area.
DWP to revoke driving licences from benefit claimants owing over £1,000
From October 2026, the DWP can seek court orders to disqualify benefit fraudsters owing over £1,000 from driving for up to two years, under the Public Authorities Act 2025.
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Monty Don: August Is Perfect Time to Trim Hedges
Monty Don says August is the ideal time to trim hedges as most nesting birds have fledged, reducing legal risks and promoting healthier growth.
DIY Vinegar Spray Eliminates Ants in 30 Minutes
A simple homemade spray of vinegar and dish soap can eliminate ants from your home and garden within 30 minutes, as shared by an Instagram user.
Red Wine Vinegar: The Secret to Tastier Tomatoes
Red wine vinegar, not balsamic, is the key to elevating tomato flavor, say chefs. Coating slices with vinegar, olive oil, and flaky salt boosts taste.
Red Wine Vinegar: The Secret to Flavorful Tomatoes
Add red wine vinegar to tomatoes with olive oil and salt to enhance their flavor. This simple trick transforms bland supermarket tomatoes.
Marc Jones: Wrexham fan, Plaid Cymru MS, campaigner
Marc Jones, Plaid Cymru MS for Fflint Wrecsam, plans one term to deliver change, citing housing and childcare as priorities.
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Guardian View: Infantino Should Step Down for Football
The Guardian's editorial argues Gianni Infantino should resign as FIFA president, citing governance failures and conflicts of interest that undermine football's integrity.
Australia's Best Sustainable Architecture 2026 Finalists
Finalists for Australia's 2026 National Architecture sustainability awards include a Canberra compact housing development and the largest commercial use of hempcrete.
Trump Overhauls Head Start Program
The Trump administration proposes overhauling Head Start, eliminating most regulations to boost enrollment, but advocates warn it undermines the antipoverty program.
Loch Leven car park weekend closure called excessive
NatureScot will close Burleigh Sands car park on weekends to curb anti-social behaviour, but Perthshire councillors call the move excessive and urge a rethink.
Frances Tophill's 'unusual' plant is a top performer
Gardeners' World presenter Frances Tophill praises Indigofera pendula, an ornamental indigo flowering since May, as a top performer in her garden.
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Perth sports centre campaign hits 7,000 signatures
Campaign to save Perth's Glover Street sports centre gains momentum with over 7,000 petition signatures after Perth Show stall.
Wimbledon streets 'filthy' as heatwave exposes grime
Wimbledon town centre pavements are stained and grimy due to lack of rain and high footfall, prompting residents to call them 'filthy' and 'messy'.
Soho crackdown: vertical drinking limits only tip of iceberg
Westminster Council faces backlash over Soho pub plans, but claims Met Police are the biggest barrier to nightlife, with licensing policy under scrutiny.
UK households urged to stop recycling plastic hangers
UK households are urged to stop putting plastic clothes hangers in recycling bins, as binman Ashley warns they belong in general waste.
HMRC letters to DWP claimants over tax credit errors
HMRC is contacting some DWP claimants due to incorrect finalised status on tax credit awards, generating finalised award notices.
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Welsh gardeners told to avoid common lawn mistake in drought
Gardeners in drought-hit Wales are urged to leave brown lawns alone, as grass is dormant and will recover when rain returns.
Poverty Scaremongering Fails to Explain Smartphone Stat
Anti-poverty campaigners claim 7.4 million households can't afford toiletries, but 95% of Britons own smartphones. Leo McKinstry questions the narrative.
Dr Amir Khan's clever trick to keep wasps away from food
TV medic Dr Amir Khan shares a simple method to deter wasps from your food during outdoor meals, plus advice on treating stings.
Lisa Nandy: Arts for All, Not Just the Privileged
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy vows to make arts accessible to all, citing that only 8% of TV workers are working class, and announces initiatives to restore arts in schools and communities.
Southport ranked UK's top town for food hygiene
Southport scores 4.92 average food hygiene rating from over 400 venues, joint first with Ipswich in UK rankings.
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Clyde Gateway's Transition to Net Zero networking event at Topgolf celebrated supporting over 60 businesses since early 2024, with expert talks and collaboration.
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