EDF to Give Free Fans and Energy Credit in £1m Heatwave Relief
EDF launches Heatwave Relief Packs worth up to £100 each for vulnerable customers, including free fans and energy credit, as part of a £1m initiative amid record UK temperatures.
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Petition for 25C Max Working Temperature Gains Thousands of Signatures
A petition demanding a legally binding maximum working temperature of 25C has gathered nearly 6,000 signatures as the UK faces its third heatwave, with temperatures reaching 36C and no legal cap in place.
Sainsbury's White Eggs Switch: No Nutritional Difference
Sainsbury's switches to white eggs, citing 12.7% lower carbon footprint. Experts confirm no nutritional difference between white and brown eggs; shell color depends on hen breed.
Sainsbury's White Eggs: No Nutritional Difference, Lower Carbon Footprint
Sainsbury's will stop selling brown eggs for white ones, citing a 12.7% lower carbon footprint. Experts confirm no nutritional difference between shell colours, with yolk shade influenced by hen diet.
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3 Home Features That Make Your House Look Cheap and Tacky
An interior designer reveals three common décor mistakes that make homes look cheap and tacky, including fake plants, word signs, and accent walls, with tips to upgrade your space.
Foreign Office Warning for Italy and Malta Travelers
The Foreign Office has issued a swimming safety alert for British tourists heading to Italy and Malta this summer, warning of drowning risks and strong currents.
Trump's 7 Geography Errors After 'Islamic Republic of Japan'
Donald Trump's geography blunders include calling Japan the 'Islamic Republic of Japan' and confusing Albania with Armenia. Here are 7 cringey mistakes.
US Escalates Iran Conflict, Strains NATO and Ukraine
The US escalates Iran strikes, targeting infrastructure, depleting missile stocks, and weakening NATO and Ukraine defences, as Tehran outlasts the onslaught.
UK Households Urged to Avoid Heat-Producing Appliances on Friday
UK households are urged to avoid using ovens, tumble dryers, and dishwashers on Friday as temperatures climb above 30°C, with experts saying these appliances can significantly heat up homes.
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Clarkson's Farm Star Drives with Watering Can for Wildlife
Clarkson's Farm star Hannah Bourne-Taylor explains why she drives with a full watering can, urging public to help wildlife during heatwave as 70% of small ponds have vanished since the 1970s.
Brits Shun Stilton Without Tasting: Smell and Looks to Blame
A new survey reveals 39% of Brits stick to mild cheddar, with Gen Z avoiding Stilton due to smell (41%) and appearance (40%), despite being adventurous eaters.
Met Office names 25 places hitting 33C today as UK heatwave continues
The Met Office has identified 25 areas in the UK set to reach 33C today, with temperatures potentially soaring to 36C in some locations as the third heatwave of 2026 persists.
Lidl Launches Free Fruit and Veg Scavenger Hunt for Kids in Scotland
Lidl introduces a free I Spy scavenger hunt in 13 Scottish stores, turning the weekly shop into a fun fruit and vegetable activity for children this summer.
Fill Hot Water Bottles to Stay Cool During Heatwave
Dean Commodore advises filling a hot water bottle 3/4 full and freezing it to use as a cooling aid during the UK heatwave. Followers caution to use separate bottles for summer and winter to avoid bursting.
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Two-Thirds of Brits Reject Blue Cheese Without Tasting
Nine in ten Brits love cheese, but 39% never stray beyond mild cheddar. Two-thirds claim to dislike blue cheese despite never trying it, according to a Clawson Farms survey of 2,000 adults.
Avocado Oil Key to Perfect Steak Crust, Avoid Olive Oil and Butter
Using avocado oil instead of olive oil or butter when searing steak prevents burning and delivers a juicy, caramelised crust every time, according to cook Ashlea Carver.
Two Thirds of Brits Hate Blue Cheese Despite Never Tasting It
Two thirds of Brits claim to hate blue cheese, yet many have never tasted it. Gen Z are least likely to have tried Stilton, with aroma and appearance cited as turn-offs.
UKHSA Upgrades Heat Alert in Greater Manchester to Amber
The UKHSA has escalated the heat-health alert in north west England to amber, with temperatures forecast to reach 32C in Greater Manchester and up to 36C elsewhere.
Lidl Launches 'I Spy' Scavenger Hunt on Kids Trolleys
Lidl is trialling fruit and vegetable 'I Spy' tags on children's trolleys in 100 stores from mid-July, aiming to transform the weekly shop into an educational adventure for families.
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Kickabout Decline: 48% of Brits Haven't Kicked a Ball in 6 Months
Despite World Cup fever, 48% of British adults haven't kicked a ball in six months, citing lack of time. Carlsberg launches Goal Posters to encourage spontaneous kickabouts.
Five Garden Waste Bin Items That Could Cost £5,000 in Fines
Experts warn Brits against putting soil, pet waste, invasive plants, food waste, and plastics in garden waste bins, risking fines up to £5,000.
Five Banned Garden Waste Items That Could Cost You £5,000
Putting the wrong items in your garden waste bin could result in fines of up to £5,000. Experts warn against soil, pet waste, invasive plants, food waste, and plastics.
Never Put These 5 Items in Your Garden Waste Bin or Risk Fine
Experts warn that putting the wrong items in your garden waste bin could lead to council warnings and fines of up to £5,000. Soil, pet waste, invasive plants, food waste, and plastics are common mistakes.
Meat Up Festival: Live-Cooking, Petting Zoo, Music in Cheshire
Meat Up Festival, a new family-friendly event blending live-fire cooking, farming, music, and a petting zoo, debuts August 1-2 at Ashley Showground, Altrincham.
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Lidl Trolley Scavenger Hunt Aims to Transform Family Shopping
Lidl is trialling a fruit and vegetable 'I Spy' scavenger hunt on children's trolleys in 100 stores from mid-July to make grocery shopping educational and engaging for families.
Alton Towers Visitor Describes 'Horrific' Queues and 'Chaos'
A TikTok user filmed 'horrific' scenes at Alton Towers, with queue times up to 120 minutes. The park advises early arrival and Fastrack options as summer crowds grow.
Fruit Flies Keep Returning: 5-Minute Bin Fix Stops Them
Fruit flies multiply faster in hot weather; emptying and cleaning your food waste bin every two days disrupts their breeding cycle and stops infestations, says waste expert Ryan Kaila.
High Temp Warning for 12 Irish Counties
Met Éireann has issued a high temperature warning for 12 counties in Ireland, with temperatures potentially reaching low 30s from Friday, raising health and water safety concerns.
Woolton Village Market Returns July 11 with 35 Traders
Woolton Village Market returns this Saturday, July 11, featuring up to 35 traders selling food, drink, crafts, and clothing in Liverpool's 'Best Place to Live'.
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Lidl Adds 'I Spy' Scavenger Hunt to Kids' Trolleys
Lidl is trialling a fruit and vegetable 'I Spy' scavenger hunt on kids' trolleys in 100 stores from mid-July, aiming to make shopping educational for families.
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