Hansel Supported Living Services gets 'very good' rating
Hansel Supported Living Services in Symington was rated 'very good' by the Care Inspectorate after an unannounced inspection in June, praising staff and management.
Category : Environment
Kelvin Fletcher hints at big farm changes after 'end of an era'
Kelvin Fletcher has hinted at big changes on his Cheshire farm after sharing a photo of his wife Liz with the family tractor, captioning it 'End of an era.'
Cairngorm wildfire smoke to drift as far as Aberdeen
Smoke from the Cairngorms wildfire could be seen in Aberdeen as crews spend over 200 hours battling flames. Residents warned of smoke drifting into weekend.
Cairngorm Wildfire Flare Ups as Crews Hit 200 Hours
Firefighters battle flare ups at Cairngorms wildfire after wind changes, with crews on scene for over 200 hours. Smoke warnings issued for Aviemore and Aberdeenshire.
London heatwave: Temperatures to exceed 30C next week
London is set to experience a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 30C next week, peaking on Tuesday, July 28, according to WX Charts. Yellow heat health alerts are in place across parts of England.
Foreign Office Wildfire Alert for Parts of France
The Foreign Office has updated its warning for travellers to France as wildfires force thousands to evacuate, with 25,000 acres burned in Gironde and Landes.
Solar Eclipse and Meteor Shower Same Day in UK
On August 12, a partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK before the Perseid meteor shower peaks overnight, offering a rare celestial double-header.
Over 80,000 evacuated as wildfires hit France and Spain
Over 80,000 people have been evacuated from their homes after wildfires hit France and Spain, with two major blazes near Madrid and in southern France.
How to stop leggy lavender and keep plants bushy
Learn how to prevent leggy lavender by pruning correctly, ensuring a bushy, healthy plant with more flowers.
Cies Islands: Spain's Untouched Paradise with Visitor Limits
The Cies Islands in Galicia limit daily visitors to preserve their white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, offering a quiet alternative to crowded Spanish resorts.
Hypersonic jet could cut UK to Sydney flight to 3 hours
A British-led hypersonic programme aims to slash travel time from the UK to Australia from nearly a day to just three hours, with a test flight expected by 2031.
Ban pigeons from your garden using old CDs and string
A simple, cost-effective method using old CDs and string can deter pigeons from your garden, as one journalist discovered.
Keep flies away from picnic food with lemon and cloves
Place lemon halves studded with cloves around your picnic food to naturally repel flies, says TikTok life hack creator Babs.
Battery safety call after Perth recycling facility blaze
A lithium battery sparked a fire at Enva's recycling centre in Perth, prompting MP Pete Wishart to urge UK government action on battery regulation.
Keep pigeons out of your garden with old CDs and string
Using old CDs and string is a simple, natural way to deter pigeons from your garden, as one journalist discovered.
20p lemon hack to make your kitchen smell amazing
A simple lemon hack costing just 20p can eliminate lingering kitchen odours. After simmering lemon slices in water for 15 minutes, the kitchen smelled fresh again.
Store milk at back of fridge to keep it fresh longer
Milk stored in the fridge door can spoil faster. Experts recommend keeping milk at the back of the fridge for consistent temperature and longer freshness.
Welsh gardeners: 2 simple tasks to stop bindweed regrowth
Bindweed can be a real problem for gardeners, but two simple steps can help remove the weed and reduce regrowth, according to a gardening expert.
20p lemon hack banishes kitchen smells in 15 minutes
A simple 20p lemon hack using simmered slices on the hob eliminated lingering kitchen odours in just 15 minutes, offering a natural alternative to air fresheners.
Infantino's jet use at World Cup sparks climate outrage
Gianni Infantino attended 44 World Cup matches via private jet, burning 1,020 tonnes of CO₂, drawing criticism from campaigners.
UK Bans Nail Gel Ingredient TPO Starting August 2026
The UK will ban Trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide (TPO) in nail products from August 15, 2026, due to toxicity and health concerns, with a full sales ban by September 2027.
Woman Furious Over Neighbour's Dog Poo Garden Mess
A woman bought a home only to find her neighbour's dog mess piling up, causing a foul smell that prevents her from using her garden or opening her back door.
Suicide Prevention Football Tournament Back for 2026
North Lanarkshire Council’s 7-a-side Suicide Prevention football tournament returns on September 9, 2026, at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, aiming to raise awareness and tackle stigma.
Prestwick marks 50 years of twinning with German, US visitors
Prestwick Town Twinning Association welcomes delegations from Germany and the US for 50th anniversary with Lichtenfels and 30th with Vandalia, Ohio, from August 3-8.
Swimming spot closed as pond water used to fight wildfire
Keeper's Pond in Bannau Brycheiniog is closed as firefighters use its water to tackle a 200-hectare wildfire on Mynydd Garnclochdy, burning since July 19.
UK Bans Nail Gel Chemical TPO from August Over Fertility Risks
From August 15, UK manufacturers and importers can no longer place new TPO-containing gel nail products on the market, after the chemical was reclassified as a reproductive toxicant.
Hosepipe Ban Exemptions: Full List as Rules Extended
Millions face water restrictions in England and Wales. Discover who is exempt from the hosepipe ban, including medical needs, animal welfare, and new plants.
Sarah Ferguson's Charity Sarah's Trust Officially Shuts Down
Sarah's Trust, the charity founded by Sarah Ferguson, has officially closed following her involvement in the Epstein scandal.
Aldi warns never to store potatoes next to onions
Aldi and food waste expert Kate Hall reveal that storing potatoes next to onions causes faster sprouting and rotting, contributing to 4.4 million potatoes wasted daily in the UK.
27 Spanish beaches closed amid extreme heat and thermal blowout risk
Nearly 27 beaches in Spain's Costa Blanca are closed due to extreme heat and thermal blowout risks, with temperatures forecast to hit 45°C.
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