Trump's 'Forced Labour' Tariffs Confuse Allies, Hit Markets
The US imposed tariffs on over 80 countries under a forced labour rationale, replacing duties struck down by the Supreme Court and causing global market turmoil.
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Can Andy Burnham End Rough Sleeping? Charities Skeptical
Andy Burnham pledges to end rough sleeping in England with £340m funding, but charities are skeptical as numbers hit a record high of 4,793.
Keep flies away from picnic food with lemon and cloves
Place lemon halves studded with cloves around your picnic food to naturally repel flies, says TikTok life hack creator Babs.
Battery safety call after Perth recycling facility blaze
A lithium battery sparked a fire at Enva's recycling centre in Perth, prompting MP Pete Wishart to urge UK government action on battery regulation.
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UK Bans Nail Gel Ingredient TPO Starting August 2026
The UK will ban Trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide (TPO) in nail products from August 15, 2026, due to toxicity and health concerns, with a full sales ban by September 2027.
Hosepipe Ban Exemptions: Full List as Rules Extended
Millions face water restrictions in England and Wales. Discover who is exempt from the hosepipe ban, including medical needs, animal welfare, and new plants.
Banish mosquitoes with a lemon and cloves on windowsill
Place a lemon studded with cloves on your windowsill to repel mosquitoes naturally. UK heatwave boosts Aedes aegypti risk, with searches up 5,000%.
30p lemon and clove repellent keeps mosquitoes out
A 30p lemon and clove repellent can keep mosquitoes out of your home as yellow fever mosquito threat rises in UK heatwave.
Top Guide Dog Myths Debunked: Can They Read Maps?
A survey reveals many Brits believe guide dogs can read traffic lights, maps, and bus timetables. The charity Guide Dogs aims to educate the public.
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Poll: Should the UK bring back smoking in pubs?
Nearly 20 years after the smoking ban, Rupert Lowe pledges to reintroduce smoking rooms in pubs. Vote in our poll.
Ryanair boss wants airport alcohol ban before midday
Michael O'Leary says airports should stop serving alcohol before 11am or 12pm to prevent drunk passengers disrupting flights, and backs a two-drink limit on planes.
Binman Explains Rubbish Beside Bin Rules
A binman says excess rubbish beside wheelie bins depends on local council rules; check guidelines to avoid fines.
Britain's Uninhabitable Homes: New Approach Needed
Rising temperatures are making many British homes uninhabitable, requiring urgent changes to housing policy and building standards to protect residents.
NHS Fails Legal Duty on Women's Rights, Says WRN
The NHS is failing its legal obligation to respect women's rights under the Public Sector Equality Duty, wasting money on Pride events and defending male staff in female spaces, says Heather Binning.
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Pubs and clubs urged to be 'cultural assets' like opera houses
A think tank has urged Andy Burnham to classify pubs and clubs as 'cultural assets' to protect them from Nimby closures, proposing new planning categories and cultural districts.
US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Raises Proliferation Concerns
The US and Saudi Arabia have agreed a landmark nuclear deal, but critics warn it could lead to domestic enrichment and a regional arms race.
Miatta Fahnbulleh: New UK energy secretary
Miatta Fahnbulleh, former head of the New Economics Foundation, is named UK energy secretary, continuing Ed Miliband's decarbonisation agenda amid North Sea drilling controversy.
UK households can install balcony solar panels from August 27
From August 27, UK households can buy plug-in balcony solar panels after a law change, allowing renters and flat owners to cut energy bills by up to £110 a year.
Liverpool to limit takeaways, betting shops and HMOs
Liverpool aims to avoid a 'race to the bottom' by introducing policies to cap hot food takeaways, betting shops and HMOs in district centres under a new 15-year local plan.
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Peace Lily Blooming: 2-Week Stress Reset Method
Peace lilies may bloom with white flowers if you reduce watering for two weeks, a mild 'stress reset' technique recommended by a gardener.
Heating oil protections praised by Stirling MP after price surges
New protections for heating oil customers recommended by the CMA after sharp price rises, praised by Stirling MP Chris Kane.
National Trust: Formby beach 'wild' summer warning
The National Trust warns Formby beach offers a 'wild and natural setting' different from typical seaside, urging visitors to plan ahead and consider alternatives.
Cairngorms fire: Visitors urged to stay away as hotspots remain
Visitors urged to stay away from Cairngorms wildfire areas as substantial hotspots remain, fire crews to stay on scene into next week.
National Portrait Gallery forced to close for a day
The National Portrait Gallery in London has closed for a day due to an unexpected power outage, affecting the Marilyn Monroe exhibition and other facilities.
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Free plug-in batteries for low-income homes to cut bills
Plug-in batteries could be given to low-income households under Government proposals to cut energy bills by storing cheap electricity for later use.
Brent Council accused of wasting £138,000 on repainting bridge
A north London council has been criticised for 'wasting public money' over the £138,000 expected cost to paint a bridge in Alperton, with a councillor calling it a 'cosmetic project'.
Burnham cuts business rates for pubs, saving £1,100 each
PM Andy Burnham announces 20% business rate cuts for pubs, clubs and live music venues, saving typical pub £1,100 a year, funded by reviewing reliefs for vape shops.
10 Household Items You Can't Recycle Under New Bin Rules
Many everyday items look recyclable but belong in general waste. From receipts to wet wipes, here's what to do instead.
7 Greek Islands Declare Water Emergencies, Tourists Face Restrictions
Seven Greek islands have declared water emergencies due to drought, leading to pool restrictions, seawater pools, and incentives to skip daily cleaning for tourists.
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Burnham's Energy Secretary backed frequent flyer tax
Miatta Fahnbulleh, Andy Burnham's new Energy Secretary, previously called for a Frequent Flyer Levy while at the New Economics Foundation, proposing escalating charges on plane tickets.
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