Toy Story 5 Lilypad: Top 3 Screen-Free Toys for Kids
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Vet: Use Bandanas for Dog Heat Safety
A vet with 32 years' experience recommends soaking a bandana in cold water and tying it around dogs' necks to prevent heatstroke as the UK heatwave returns. Other tips include pumpkin for digestion and apple cider vinegar for paws.
Bin Expert Shares How to Stop Flies and Maggots
Waste expert James Ward reveals simple steps to prevent flies and maggots in bins, including keeping lids closed, wrapping food waste, and using boiling water to kill them instantly.
Saundersfoot SeaFest: Free Festival at Wales' Top Seaside Town
Saundersfoot SeaFest, a free family festival on July 11, offers chef demos, water sports, and seaweed focus. Saundersfoot was named best UK seaside town by Time Out.
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Musical Scarecrows Overtake Welsh Village Festival
Around 40 scarecrows inspired by musicals like Cats, Willy Wonka, and The Little Mermaid filled gardens in Pontrhydyfen for its annual Scarecrow Festival, raising funds for a children's park.
Coffee Grounds Turn Hydrangeas 'Deepest Blue'
A gardener on TikTok shows that adding coffee grounds to soil makes hydrangeas 'bloom better' and turn 'deepest blue' by increasing acidity, enabling aluminium absorption. The video has over 145,000 likes.
Why Clarkson’s Farm ‘Bird Lady’ Protested Naked in London
Hannah Bourne-Taylor, known as the ‘bird lady’ on Clarkson’s Farm, explains her strategic naked protest in London to save swifts, facing trolling but gaining resilience.
Oven Beats Air Fryer, Pan and Microwave in Bacon Taste Test
A journalist cooked bacon in an air fryer, microwave, oven and frying pan. The oven method, though slowest at 20 minutes, produced the tastiest, crispiest bacon.
Smother Garden Weeds with Cardboard Method
Learn the simple sheet mulching method using cardboard to smother weeds naturally, enrich soil, and avoid chemicals. Expert advice inside.
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Stop Garden Weeds Permanently with One Household Item
Cardboard sheet mulching is a hands-free, sustainable method to smother weeds and enrich soil, as endorsed by gardening experts and enthusiasts.
Free Library Events Entertain Kids as Parents Struggle Financially
Two-thirds of Scottish parents feel financial pressure from summer activity costs, leading many to turn to free library events like the Summer Reading Challenge, which runs until August 9.
Illegal Glue Traps Still Sold in Scotland Despite Ban
A Sunday Mail investigation reveals illegal glue traps for rodents remain easily available in Scotland, despite a total ban effective July 1. Retailers show ignorance of the law, and animal welfare groups warn enforcement is lacking.
Swap Mayo for Greek Yoghurt in Egg Salad
Egg salad becomes tastier and lighter by swapping mayonnaise for Greek yoghurt, a protein-rich, lower-fat alternative that keeps the creamy texture.
Swap Mayo for Greek Yogurt in Egg Salad for Healthier Twist
Swapping mayonnaise for Greek yogurt in egg salad creates a lighter, healthier alternative that is just as creamy and delicious, says recipe developer Claire from Eat With Clarity.
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Never Store These 5 Foods in the Fridge, Even When Hot
Refrigeration can ruin taste and texture of cucumbers, tomatoes, bananas, bread, and onions. Which? reveals why room temperature is better, even in hot weather.
Birkenhead Park: £2m Upgrade to Boost Wirral's Victorian Gem
Wirral Council plans £2m improvements for Birkenhead Park, the inspiration for Central Park, aiming to boost its reputation as a visitor attraction and draw tourists from Liverpool.
Pembrokeshire Coast Path: World-Class Coastal Hike in Wales
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path in Wales, ranked second best long-distance path globally by National Geographic, offers 186 miles of epic coastline with over 200 circular walks, wildlife spotting, and a free completion certificate.
Harry and Meghan Face Ultimate Challenge in UK Return
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face one of their biggest challenges returning to the UK for five days, with a PR expert calling it an opportunity to shift public perception and prove their charitable focus.
Stop Rats Entering Home with Natural Item They Hate
Pest experts warn of increased rat activity in summer; peppermint oil is a natural deterrent. Soak cotton balls and place near sheds, bins, and entry points to repel rodents.
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5 Foods Never to Store in the Fridge, Even in a Heatwave
Consumer group Which? warns against refrigerating cucumbers, tomatoes, bananas, bread, and onions, as cold temperatures ruin taste and texture. Store them at room temperature instead.
Velvety Scrambled Eggs in 10 Minutes: Chef's Cream Recipe
Chef Bill Granger's recipe for 'velvety' scrambled eggs uses cream instead of milk, ready in 10 minutes. Includes step-by-step method and tips for perfect results.
One Simple Task for a Sparkling, Limescale-Free Toilet
A cleaning expert reveals that pushing water down the toilet bowl before applying cleaner prevents limescale and stains, keeping toilets sparkling with minimal effort.
Chef's Secret for Velvety Scrambled Eggs in 10 Mins
Chef Bill Granger's foolproof scrambled eggs recipe uses cream instead of milk for a velvety texture. Ready in 10 minutes with 150 five-star ratings.
Crispy Smashed Asparagus: Chef's 12-Minute Oven Method
Chef Julia Maz shares a 12-minute oven method for crispy smashed asparagus, avoiding mushiness. Blanch, smash, season, and roast for golden, flavorful spears.
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From Gob***te Teen to Reform UK: Jason O'Connell's Rise
Jason O'Connell, once an independent councillor, is now a key figure in Reform UK Wales, serving as economy spokesperson after the party won 34 Senedd seats in 2026.
Alan Titchmarsh's Secret to Hanging Baskets All Summer
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh reveals his secret to keeping hanging baskets full of colour all summer: adding trailing plants like ivy and bacopa, plus water storage crystals.
Epsom Salt for a Greener Lawn This Summer
Epsom salt, a common bathroom item, can keep lawns thick and green all summer by boosting chlorophyll production and helping grass absorb moisture. Apply once per season for best results.
Epsom Salt Makes Lawns Thicker and Greener
Epsom salt, a common bathroom item, can make lawns thicker and greener by boosting chlorophyll and photosynthesis, helping grass withstand summer heat and recover faster.
Kevin McCloud's Secret for Perfect Yorkshire Puddings
Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud reveals that swapping olive oil for coconut oil creates taller, fluffier Yorkshire puddings, along with using extra eggs and hot oil.
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Kevin McCloud: Coconut Oil for Perfect Yorkshire Puddings
Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud reveals swapping olive oil for coconut oil yields fluffy Yorkshire puddings with a 'good rise', plus tips on eggs and batter resting.
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