Alan Titchmarsh's Easy Tip to Deter Rats from Gardens
Alan Titchmarsh advises keeping grass short to deter rats, as they prefer cover. A solid compost heap structure also prevents infestations. Rat numbers in UK may exceed 100 million.
Alan Titchmarsh advises keeping grass short to deter rats, as they prefer cover. A solid compost heap structure also prevents infestations. Rat numbers in UK may exceed 100 million.
Gardening expert Monty Don advises daily deadheading with secateurs to encourage more blooms. Cut spent stems back to the next leaf or bud for best results.
Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered ruins at Shiloh that may be linked to the biblical Tabernacle, which housed the Ark of the Covenant. The discovery includes a southern wall matching the Tabernacle's described layout, along with ritual artifacts.
Residents of Collyhurst say they are being 'pushed out' by a major regeneration scheme involving new homes, a tram stop, and shops, though the council insists no one must leave unless they choose to.
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RecommendedBents Garden Centre in Warrington launches 'Dinosaurs in the Hidden Garden' trail from July 1 to September 6, featuring life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, interactive activity tents, and family-friendly fun. Tickets from £6.95.
A Reddit user's tip to use cinnamon as an ant repellent costs just 85p from Sainsbury's. The spice disrupts ant pheromone trails, offering a cheap, non-toxic pest control method for UK households.
Birds across the UK have changed their behaviour due to climate change, the RSPB warns. Upland and seabird populations face steep declines, while southern species expand northward.
Ryan Stevenson fears Hearts' rapid dismantling after coming within three minutes of a title, with eight signings made before new boss Vrancken's arrival.
Expert James Ewens shares 5 crucial July gardening tasks: deadheading, feeding birds, watering wisely, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control to keep gardens healthy.
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RecommendedGardeners are urged to complete five key tasks in July, including deadheading, feeding birds, watering wisely, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control, to ensure a flourishing garden through summer.
Scots Active, a far-right group led by Darren Docherty, is exposed as a racist organization spreading hatred. The group targets immigrants under the guise of protecting women and children.
Darren Docherty, founder of far-right group Scots Active, led a masked anti-immigration protest in Glasgow on June 13, clashing with police and making Nazi salutes.
Campaigners against two massive AI data centres in Larbert and Auchtertool urge Scots to submit objections by July 2 deadline. The centres would require 900 MW of power, nearly a quarter of Scotland's peak demand.
Gardening expert James Ewens shares five essential July tasks: deadheading, feeding birds, watering deeply, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control to keep gardens vibrant.
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RecommendedTomato farmer Matt Hau advises storing whole tomatoes at room temperature for best flavour and texture, not in the fridge. Cut tomatoes should be refrigerated cut-side down in a sealed container.
Tomato farmer Matt Hau advises storing whole tomatoes at room temperature, not in the fridge, for best flavour and texture. Cut tomatoes should go in an airtight container.
British tourists face fines up to £1,700 for smoking or vaping on Spanish beaches. Rules vary by region; check local guidance to avoid penalties.
UK fish and chip shops may face a mushy pea shortage as a heatwave harms crops, raising costs. Andrew Crook of the National Federation of Fish Friers warns of a challenging year.
Labour minister Katie White says her party is the only one taking climate seriously, criticising both the right and the Greens for blocking action.
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RecommendedA simple kitchen hack using a frozen milk carton placed in front of a fan can significantly cool the air, making fans more effective during hot weather.
Seasonal models predict a potentially record-breaking El Niño, bringing extreme weather, heatwaves, floods, and global warmth, experts warn.
Place a frozen milk carton in front of a fan to circulate cooler air, absorbing heat more effectively than a fan alone, according to Vikki from Lifestyle Homecare Services.
A 35-year-old man was killed by a 15ft shark while spearfishing with family off Western Australia, the third fatal attack in three weeks.
Yellowstone partially reopens after catastrophic flooding, using a licence plate system to manage visitors on the southern loop.
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RecommendedA fire at COP30 in Belem injured 13 with smoke inhalation, halted talks briefly, and raised concerns as negotiations enter final days.
Swiss glaciers face record melt as heatwave strips winter snow, with all accumulation expected to vanish by Monday, marking second-earliest glacier loss day.
Cumbrian hill farmer Andrea Meanwell expresses relief after government raises inheritance tax threshold on agricultural land from £1m to £2.5m, saving her family farm from potential sale.
First video evidence of a red fox preying on a wolf pup in Italy, documented by scientists, challenging known predator-prey dynamics.
Thousands protest in Zurich ahead of Trump's Davos visit, clashing with police over Greenland threats.
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RecommendedUN warns record hot year almost certain by 2030; 86% chance 2026-2030 will surpass 2024 as hottest year.