Tory MP: Slash Red Tape for More Trees on High Streets
Tory MP Aphra Brandreth urges the Labour government to slash red tape and amend the Highways Act to allow more trees on high streets, citing counterproductive bureaucracy blocking tree planting.
Category : Environment
Apples and Pears on Lawns Help Summer Birds, Experts Say
Households are urged to leave sliced apples and pears on lawns or bird tables to support birds like blackbirds and thrushes during peak summer feeding season, according to the RSPB.
Restore white fluffy towels without washing machine
A simple hand-washing method using white vinegar and baking soda can remove detergent buildup and restore towels' softness and whiteness, according to cleaning experts.
Stop Wasps Invading Your Home With One Kitchen Item in July
Place citrus peels in your garden this July to naturally repel wasps. The strong scent interferes with their senses, keeping them away from your home.
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Children Miss 7M School Days as Extreme Heat Closes UK Schools
Children missed over seven million school days after a record-breaking heatwave forced hundreds of UK schools to close. Ministers urged to prepare for hotter summers.
Fried Eggs Taste Better With One Simple Step Before Cooking
Using the freshest eggs possible ensures thick, rich fried eggs. Old eggs spread thinly. BBC Good Food advises checking freshness before cooking.
North East Braces for Return of Scorching Weather
The North East is set for a return to scorching temperatures later this week, with highs of 26°C in County Durham and Tyneside, following a brief period of cooler weather.
Biblical Fly Infestation Plagues UK Village Residents
Residents of Sileby, Leicestershire, are trapped indoors by a 'biblical' fly infestation for over a month. Officials suspect a nearby poultry farm is the source and have ordered mitigation measures.
Adjust Lawnmower Height During Heatwave to Protect Grass
As temperatures soar to 34C, gardening expert Peter Dowdall warns against mowing grass too short. Raising the mower height reduces stress on lawns, which may turn brown but are often just dormant.
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Klopp slams 'crazy' Trump-FIFA Balogun ban intervention
Jurgen Klopp called Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino's reported contact over Folarin Balogun's red card suspension 'crazy', saying 'this is our game, not theirs'.
Washing machine mould prevention: simple door trick
Leaving the washing machine door open after a cycle prevents mould growth. Marilee Nelson of Branch Basics recommends this 10-second job to keep the drum dry and bacteria-free.
Raise Lawnmower Height in 29C Heat, Gardener Warns
Temperatures could reach 29C in Liverpool this week. Gardener Peter Dowdall advises raising mower height to avoid stressing grass, and warns against overwatering established lawns.
Fish and Chip Shop Unchanged Since 1930s
Hobbs & Sons Fish and Chips at Black Country Living Museum in Dudley has remained authentic since the 1930s, serving cod and chips fried in beef dripping. The shop was relocated brick by brick in 2006 and recently went viral.
Keep Potatoes Fresh for Months with Apple Storage Hack
Potatoes can stay fresh for months with a simple tip: store them with an apple. The ethylene gas from apples slows sprouting, reducing food waste. Fridge storage also extends shelf life.
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Keep Potatoes Fresh for Months with an Apple
Potatoes can stay fresh for months by storing them with an apple. The ethylene gas from apples slows sprouting. Refrigeration also extends shelf life up to three times longer.
Apple Trick Keeps Potatoes Fresh for Months
Store potatoes with an apple to prevent sprouting and keep them fresh for months, say waste management experts. The ethylene gas from apples slows sprouting. Refrigeration also extends shelf life up to three times longer.
Avoid This July Watering Mistake for Healthier Rose Blooms
Watering roses from above in July can cause fungal diseases, wilting, and loss of blooms. Experts advise watering at the base to keep plants healthy and flowering.
Home Bargains £15 Bird Feeding Station: 6ft Deluxe Feeder
Home Bargains sells a £15 6ft deluxe bird feeding station with mesh and hanging feeders plus a water dish, ideal for attracting garden birds this summer.
Wales to Get Third Heatwave with Temperatures Over 30°C
Wales is set for its third heatwave this year, with temperatures exceeding 30°C. The Met Office forecasts hot, dry conditions until mid-July, with a marine heatwave reaching severe levels.
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Binman Reveals Which Bin for Crisp and Chocolate Packets
A binman clarifies that crisp and chocolate packets should not go in home recycling bins; instead, take them to supermarket collection points or use general waste.
Grandma dies of asbestos cancer after washing husband's clothes
Veronica Kidman, 72, died of mesothelioma one week after diagnosis. Her family believes she inhaled asbestos fibres while hand-washing her husband's dust-covered BT work overalls in the 1970s and 80s.
Tim Spector: Best Foods for Heatwave Gut Health
Gut health expert Tim Spector recommends water-rich plants like watermelon and cucumber to beat heatwave bloating and dehydration, supporting gut microbes and hydration.
Binman Reveals Correct Bin for Crisp Packets and Wrappers
A binman reveals crisp packets and chocolate wrappers should go in general waste or supermarket recycling bins, not household recycling, as UK consumes over 8 billion crisp packets yearly.
Andy Burnham Proposes Lifting Football Alcohol Ban
Andy Burnham suggests lifting the 1985 football drinking ban if he becomes PM. Fans currently cannot drink in seats at top-tier men's games. Vote now.
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Spain Canary Islands Heatwave: Orange Alert 37C
Spain's AEMET upgrades Gran Canaria to orange warning as Canary Islands face 37C heatwave, calima dust, and wildfire risk. Tourists urged to take precautions.
Fish and Chip Owner Warns Cod May Disappear from UK Menus
Award-winning chip shop owner Cos Michael says cod is at a critical point due to soaring costs, and the nation's favourite could be wiped from menus if stocks don't recover.
9 Best Non-Toxic Frying Pans for Healthier Cooking, Tested
Discover the top non-toxic frying pans tested by a food expert. From AGA to Circulon, find safe, PFAS-free cookware that performs without harmful chemicals.
Crispy Chilli Oil Transforms Scrambled Eggs
Scrambled eggs reach restaurant-quality with crispy chilli oil. Nicola Roy shares her technique: low heat, butter, parmesan, and Lao Gan Ma oil for flavour and colour.
Baking soda kills driveway weeds naturally
Baking soda dehydrates weeds between block paving, causing them to shrivel and vanish within 24-48 hours. A natural alternative to harsh chemicals.
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Citrus Peels Deter Wasps in July Garden Hack
Placing citrus peels in your garden can deter wasps, as the strong smell disrupts their scent receptors, according to gardening expert Ish.
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