£1 Carbonara Recipe Serves 4 in 20 Minutes
A woman shares a quick, cheap carbonara recipe costing 96p per portion, using just 5 ingredients and ready in 20 minutes for a family of four.
Category : Environment
14 No-Parking Zones for Blue Badge Holders in Wales
Blue Badge holders in Wales must avoid 14 specific locations at all times or face fines, including pedestrian crossings, clearways, and bus stops.
4-step plan to revive wilted lawns after UK heatwave
Gardening experts at The Grass People share a simple four-step method to repair patchy grass and restore your lawn after a heatwave, including raking, aerating, overseeding and fertilising.
Lego Spill Turned UK Beach Into Treasure Hunt
In 1997, a rogue wave knocked 62 containers off a German ship near Land's End, spilling 4.8 million Lego pieces into the sea. The plastic toys still wash up on Cornwall's 'Lego Beach' today.
Putin's TV Mouthpiece Panics, Admits 'Giant Mistake' in Ukraine
Vladimir Putin's chief TV propagandist Vladimir Solovyov panicked on air, admitting Russia made a 'giant mistake' as the war in Ukraine spirals out of control.
David Attenborough: Hedgehog Garden Tip
Sir David Attenborough advises placing a hole in your fence to create a hedgehog highway, helping these creatures visit and thrive in UK gardens during summer.
Wolf Trail: 3,494km hike across six European countries
The Wolf Trail, a 3,494km hiking route across six European countries, takes 4-6 months to complete and is part of a surge in adventure tourism.
Tesco brings back free fruit for kids this summer
Tesco has announced the return of its free apple initiative for children across more than 800 large stores and 77 Express locations from July 20 to August 30.
Andy Burnham's £1.52 per mile charge plan 'catch' says BBC expert
A BBC finance expert warns that the £45 annual saving from VAT-free electricity for EV owners is exaggerated and only funded for six months.
Trafford Council Seeks Views on Wharfside Regeneration
Trafford Council has unveiled ambitious plans for the Wharfside area, including 15,000 new homes and a new 100,000-seat stadium for Manchester United. Residents are now being asked for their views.
B&M fined £2m for mouse infestation at three UK stores
B&M Retail Ltd has been fined £2 million after inspectors found mouse infestations, droppings, and gnawed food at three of its UK stores, with the company pleading guilty in court.
Keep lettuce fresh for 2 weeks with one kitchen item
A cookbook author shares a simple hack: wrap lettuce in a towel or paper towel to keep it crisp and fresh for up to 14 days.
Lettuce stays fresh 14 days longer with towel wrap hack
Wrap lettuce in a tea towel or paper towel to keep it fresh for up to two weeks longer, says cookbook author Nicole Modic. The hack absorbs excess moisture and prevents browning.
Add Fence Hole to Attract Hedgehogs, Says Attenborough
David Attenborough says adding a small hole in your fence can help hedgehogs visit your garden regularly, creating safe 'highways' for them to travel and find food.
Record 7.4 million UK households miss basic essentials
Record 7.4 million low-income UK households cannot afford basic essentials like food and heating, the highest since tracking began in 2021, says Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
Revive drooping flowers in 30 minutes with simple trick
A simple, free method can revive wilting flower bouquets in just 30 minutes, helping them stay fresh longer despite the UK heatwave.
30-minute revival tip for wilting flowers in summer
A simple, free hack can revive drooping flower bouquets in 30 minutes during summer heat, says flower expert Sandra Varley from Flying Flowers.
Morrisons first to install male sanitary bins in all stores
Morrisons has become the first supermarket to roll out male sanitary bins in all nearly 500 UK stores, complying with The Bog Standard guidelines to support men with incontinence.
Stop flowers wilting in heat with £1 revival tip
A simple £1 revival trick can revive drooping flowers in 30 minutes during hot weather, using cold water and trimming stems to extend bouquet life.
Map Shows 2,200 Dangerous Wild Animals Kept as Pets in UK
More than 2,200 dangerous wild animals including big cats, venomous snakes, and crocodiles are legally kept as pets in UK homes, according to Born Free research.
Scottish football must act on Ibrox near-miss report
Independent probe into Old Firm chaos at Ibrox warns of 'life-threatening violence' and potential crushing incident, demanding urgent action from clubs and authorities.
UKHSA issues hot weather warning as summer holidays start
The UK Health Security Agency has warned families to take precautions as temperatures exceed 30°C across the UK, with further heat alerts possible.
UK heatwave threatens food shortages, Met Office update for 13 areas
Farmers warn the next 10 days are crucial to prevent food shortages later in 2026 as extreme heat and low rainfall affect crops across the UK.
UK food shortages warning: next 10 days crucial for harvest
Farmers warn the next 10 days are crucial to prevent food shortages as the UK faces drought conditions with just 3% of July rainfall.
50p garlic spray banishes slugs and aphids from garden
Horticultural expert Benedict Vanheems reveals how a 50p garlic bulb can be turned into a natural pest control spray to deter slugs, aphids, carrot flies and whitefly without harsh chemicals.
Brighton gets £22m to save collapsing Victorian arches
Brighton's Victorian arches get £22m government funding to avoid collapse and secure the road above for the next 100 years.
50p garlic spray recipe to banish garden pests naturally
Gardening expert Benedict Vanheems shares a simple 50p garlic bulb recipe to naturally repel slugs, aphids and other pests without harsh chemicals.
Life as a Welsh farmer in 2026: fear, isolation, fulfilment
Welsh farmers face rising costs, extreme weather, and new legislation, but find fulfilment in a challenging industry. Loneliness and mental health are major concerns.
Farmers warn next 10 days crucial to avoid food shortages
Farmers warn the next 10 days are crucial to prevent food shortages after extreme heat baked Britain dry, with just 3% of typical July rainfall and no rain in the south and east.
Community rallies to save historic Aigburth church
Heritage campaigners, musicians and the local community unite to safeguard the future of St Michael-in-the-Hamlet, a Grade I Listed cast iron church in South Liverpool, as funding decision looms.
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