Hundreds sick after swimming in UK waters, charity says
A marine charity has received a record number of sickness reports from beachgoers, with hundreds falling ill after swimming in UK waters.
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Black non-binary Dad finds joy in rural Somerset town
A Black non-binary Dad shares how moving to Frome, Somerset, from Bath brought family happiness, community, and an affirming haircut, challenging assumptions about rural life.
Lidl Responds to Teacher's Mission to Fix Wavertree Eyesore
Lidl responds to a teacher's campaign to save the historic Abbey Cinema in Wavertree, saying it is actively working to explore all avenues for the site.
Welsh Scouts help land hot air balloon at Bristol Fiesta
A Welsh Scout group on a camping trip near Bristol helped land a hot air balloon during the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta's mass ascent on Saturday evening.
Paralysed skier: 'I thought life was over after crash'
Stewart Mackay, 60, from Edinburgh, was paralysed in a 2019 skiing collision in Austria, but found new purpose in bridge.
Dog Expert Warns: 3 Worst Breeds for Families, One 'Bites Kids'
Canine behaviourist Will Atherton names the three worst dog breeds for families, warning that one 'bites children' and has 'no off switch'.
Millions Denied Non-Drug Stop Smoking Help
Millions of smokers in England face a postcode lottery for non-pharmaceutical quit support, despite NICE guidance, with 4.4 million current smokers lacking access.
Aldi: Freeze Cooked Potatoes to Stop Sprouting
Aldi advises freezing cooked potatoes to prevent sprouting and waste, as research shows Brits throw away £387 of food yearly.
22 Cardiff Restaurants Get Low Food Hygiene Ratings
22 Cardiff restaurants have received food hygiene ratings of one or zero, with several popular spots in the city centre and Bay facing 'major improvement necessary' notices.
Farage: Woke police turning UK into Communist Russia
Nigel Farage claims police are biased against Right-wingers due to 'woke culture', comparing UK to Russia and China. He cites Met's refusal to act on Green leader's guillotine post.
Gardeners Urged to Build Hedgehog Highways in Heatwave
Heatwaves have left hedgehogs starving and dehydrated. Gardeners are urged to create 'hedgehog highways' and leave water to help them survive.
Swap butter and milk for cream and lemonade in scones
Baking experts recommend replacing butter and milk with cream and lemonade to achieve lighter, fluffier scones with a tender crumb.
One Bird Feeder Change to Attract Robins in August
Robins will flock to your garden in August if you make one change to your bird feeding setup. Experts recommend ground feeding and suet balls.
Blind dog with funny tactic to avoid walls needs home
Layla, a blind three-year-old mixed breed, throws her front legs out to avoid walls. Rescued from Egypt, she now seeks a patient, child-free home through Miracle's Mission.
Burnham Launches National Tour on Cost of Living and High Streets
PM Andy Burnham will tour the UK in August to consult the public on improving daily life, focusing on cost of living and high street revival, with measures expected.
Woman Finds Giant Wasp Nest After Holiday
Eilish Rothney returned from holiday to find thousands of wasps had built a huge nest in her office at Trinity Broads, Norfolk.
Flies flee kitchens with 16p coffee hack
A cheap coffee grounds hack can keep flies away from kitchens for hours, as 2026's heatwave boosts fly numbers.
Trees could be 'urban wonder drug' to cool UK cities
Campaigners urge more urban tree planting after tests show shade cuts surface temperatures by up to 20C, calling trees an 'urban wonder drug'.
Alan Titchmarsh's August Gardening Tips After Heatwave
Alan Titchmarsh shares five essential August gardening tasks, from pruning climbers to planting hedges, to revive gardens after heatwaves.
Woman Furious as Neighbor Demands Fence Move Over View
A woman is fuming after her neighbor demanded she move her new fence because it blocked her view, despite it being on the homeowner's property line. The neighbor has since resorted to petty acts like throwing leaves over the fence.
Burnham accused of hypocrisy over high street tour
PM Andy Burnham faces 'breathtaking hypocrisy' claims as he embarks on a summer tour to champion high streets, with critics urging tax cuts and scrapping early prisoner releases.
Oven-Baked Sausages: Butcher's Top Tip
Third-generation butchers recommend oven baking over frying for juicy, evenly cooked sausages with a caramelised skin and rich flavour.
Wales mandates EV charge points in new homes
New Welsh legislation will require all new homes and major renovations to include EV charging points, with costs adding about £1,000 to property prices.
Corsican Separatists Warn Tourists to Stay Home
Masked gunmen from Corsican separatist group FLNC-UC threaten second-home owners and tell people to 'stay at home' in a chilling video warning.
Alan Titchmarsh's five key gardening jobs for August
Alan Titchmarsh shares five essential gardening tasks for August, including pruning climbers, planting hedges, and starting compost, to prepare your garden for autumn.
Kerridge VAT campaign hits 300k signatures amid hospitality crisis
Tom Kerridge's #VATsTheProblem campaign to cut hospitality VAT to 10% has gained 300,000 signatures, as 23% of hospitality businesses operate at a loss.
Natural £1.20 Kitchen Staple That Repels Rats From Your Home
Black pepper, a common kitchen staple costing £1.20, is a natural rat repellent. Its piperine content irritates rats, deterring them from entering homes and gardens.
Crispier Roast Potatoes: 2 Simple Pre-Cooking Steps
Parboiling and freezing roast potatoes before cooking makes them extra crispy, according to food experts. Prepare ahead for perfect golden roasties.
Rats Avoid Homes with £1.20 Kitchen Staple
A £1.20 kitchen staple, black pepper, effectively deters rats from entering homes, as experts confirm its potent repellent properties.
Sixth Mass Extinction Peak Could Hit by 2500, Study Says
A study predicts the sixth mass extinction's peak may occur by 2500 under worst-case warming, requiring 9C rise, not 5.2C, to trigger a catastrophic event.
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