Funding loss threatens Salford alternative education academy
Pink Academy in Salford faces uncertainty after funding was withdrawn for Level 2 courses, leaving students like Lily Singleton without a place for September.
Category : Environment
Swap curry powder for garam masala for richer home-cooked curries
Foodies can transform home-cooked curries by swapping store-bought curry powder for garam masala, an authentic blend offering balanced heat, aroma, and complexity.
Chris Kamara's son breaks down as star opens up on health battle
Chris Kamara's son Jack was moved to tears after the TV presenter spoke about completing the Great North Run despite his speech apraxia diagnosis.
Grill jacket potatoes instead of oven for tastier skins
A recipe developer says grilling jacket potatoes instead of baking them in the oven gives them a sweet, smoky flavour and crispy skin. The method takes about an hour and uses wood chips for extra taste.
Volunteers' meadow at risk as council considers school build
Volunteers spent hundreds of hours transforming Milton Meadow into a green oasis. Bury Council is now considering building a pupil referral unit on the site, despite local opposition.
Citric acid 'better' than vinegar for toilet limescale removal
Cleaning expert Sophie says citric acid is more effective and cheaper than vinegar or bleach for dissolving toilet limescale, recommending an overnight soak method.
Tomato soup secret: baking soda balances acidity
Adding baking soda to homemade tomato soup balances acidity and enhances flavour, says blogger Sam Merritt. The ingredient is key to a cosy autumn staple.
Robins Flock to Gardens When This Fruit Is Left Outside
Robins will flock to UK gardens this autumn if bruised apples or pears are left out, say the RSPB and Birdify, helping birds survive winter.
Burnham warned not to make an enemy of rural Britain
Andy Burnham has been warned not to make an enemy of rural Britain, as a major campaign for the countryside launches in Westminster tomorrow.
Robins will keep coming back if one fruit is left out
Robins will keep returning to your garden if you put out certain fruits they love. Soft fruits like apples, pears, berries and soaked raisins are ideal.
Patriot Platform 'plotting to intercept migrant dinghies'
Anti-immigration activists from Patriot Platform are allegedly plotting to launch a hired boat into the English Channel to intercept migrant dinghies crossing from France.
Portreath 'Pong' smell drives locals from beach
Locals in Portreath, Cornwall, avoid swimming and the beach due to a long-standing foul smell caused by sewage overflows, harbour shape, and rotting seaweed, with some refusing to enter the water.
Gardening expert shares 14 crops to sow in September
Gardening expert Huw Richards shares 14 crops to sow in September, including radishes, oriental greens, and field beans, to extend harvests into autumn and winter.
Britons treasure nature but doubt politicians share concern
Four in five Britons say protecting wildlife is personally important, but only 32% think it matters to politicians, new research finds.
75p Ingredient Makes Butternut Squash Soup Creamier Without Cream
A three-ingredient butternut squash soup uses 75p coconut milk for creaminess, skipping cream entirely. The dairy-free, vegan recipe roasts squash, simmers with broth, and blends with coconut milk for a rich, smooth finish.
Roses bloom better in September with one simple soil item
Watering roses in September is crucial for late blooms and root health, say experts at Peter Beales Roses. Proper watering prevents drying and boosts natural pest resistance.
Keep Roses Blooming Longer: 3-Minute September Watering Job
Watering roses in September is vital to prevent black spot, encourage late blooms, and boost natural resistance. Experts say it takes just three minutes.
Liverpool streets unwashed for decade, council leader admits
Liverpool City Council leader Liam Robinson concedes key city centre locations have not been thoroughly street washed for more than a decade, as he outlines plans to recruit more cleaners and tackle grime.
September Garden Jobs: Flowers to Plant and One to Avoid
A professional gardener shares five key September garden jobs, including which flowers to plant for autumn blooms and why tulips should be left until later.
Swinney faces crunch vote on pausing AI data centres
John Swinney could face a backbench rebellion in a crunch Holyrood vote aimed at halting plans for supersized AI data centres, the Sunday Mail can reveal.
Burnham urged to ban Delek-linked firm from North Sea drilling
Andy Burnham faces demands to ban Delek Group, linked to illegal Israeli settlements, from a North Sea drilling licence after UK sanctions on settlements.
6 Essential September Gardening Jobs: Lawn, Weeds, Bulbs
September is the ideal time for a garden reset. Tackle weeds, repair the lawn, deadhead flowers, clear fallen fruit, add compost, and plant spring bulbs before autumn arrives.
7,000 steps linked to 47% lower death risk, study finds
A major review finds 7,000 daily steps linked to 47% lower death risk and 25% lower cardiovascular disease risk, compared with 2,000 steps.
Garlic Water Spray 'Instantly Repels' Slugs and Snails
A gardener says garlic water spray instantly repels slugs and snails from dahlias, after other methods failed. The DIY deterrent costs pennies and is pet-friendly.
Garlic water spray repels slugs and snails, gardeners say
Gardener Gail Morgan says a homemade garlic water spray instantly repels slugs and snails, saving her dahlias after other deterrents failed. Fellow gardeners confirm the cheap kitchen remedy works on hostas and other plants, with weekly applications recom
Prince William launches £250,000 fund to regenerate Dartmoor village
The Prince of Wales will visit Princetown on Tuesday to unveil The Princetown Community Fund, making at least £250,000 available for locally led projects in the moorland village.
Merseyside birth rate decline sparks school funding crisis
Declining birth rates across Merseyside are causing a school funding crisis, with closures, mergers, and class reorganisations becoming common. Experts link the trend to funding cuts and poverty.
London Mayor Plans Zero-Emission Zones to Ban Log Burners
London's mayor is seeking new zero-emission zones to ban log burners in homes and restrict bonfires, going beyond current government proposals.
40 MPs Urge PM to Ban Superintelligent AI to Save Humanity
A cross-party group of 40 MPs has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham demanding a ban on superintelligent AI, warning it could kill all humans by the end of the decade.
Burnham Urged to Fine Wet Wood Users £2,000 as Log Burner Rules Tighten
The government is consulting on stricter solid fuel heating rules, including a £2,000 fine for wet wood sellers, to cut PM2.5 emissions by 30% by 2030.
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