How to keep seagulls away from your garden safely
Seagulls can be a nuisance in your garden. The RSPCA has issued humane, legal guidance on how to deter them without causing harm.
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Swap mayo for Greek yoghurt in egg sandwiches for tastier filling
Egg mayonnaise sandwiches can turn oily and greasy, but a simple swap to Greek yoghurt creates a fresher, tangier filling without the mess.
RSPCA warns seagull deterrents must be humane and legal
The RSPCA warns it is an offence to harm gulls or their nests and eggs, urging humane deterrents to keep them from gardens.
Move paddling pools off lawns to stop yellow patches, gardeners told
Horticulturist Chris Bonnett urges gardeners to move paddling pools, trampolines and toys off lawns to prevent yellow patches and fungal disease after hot weather.
Remove paddling pools and toys to restore heat-damaged lawns
Gardening expert Chris Bonnett says moving garden items like paddling pools and toys off grass prevents yellow patches, fungal disease and helps lawns recover after heatwaves.
Stop Killing Gravel Weeds With Vinegar and Salt: Boiling Water Works
Ditch vinegar and salt for gravel weeds. A gardener's boiling water method kills weeds in 30 seconds and is non-toxic, though it needs repeat applications.
Tree falls at St Fagans museum narrowly missing visitors
A large tree fell at St Fagans National Museum of History in Cardiff on Saturday, with one visitor injured while fleeing the scene. No one was hit by the tree.
Kennedy Center ceiling collapse fuels renovation debate
Ceiling debris at the Kennedy Center may strengthen the case for a $250m renovation and closure, which preservationists fear could lead to demolition.
Households urged to put cotton wool on windowsills this September
Pest experts say spider season peaks in September, and households are urged to use cotton wool balls soaked in essential oils to repel spiders from windowsills and corners.
Daughter finds parents' bones in wildfire car wreck
A British woman claims she discovered her parents' bones in their burnt-out car in Spain, months after their remains were cremated following the July wildfires.
Robin Morgan, feminist poet and activist, dies at 85
Robin Morgan, child star turned second-wave feminist, poet, and editor, has died at 85. She co-founded the Women's Media Center with Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem.
Labour urged to deliver full ban on 'cruel' mother pig cages
Charities demand a full ban on farrowing crates for mother pigs, warning that temporary cages would fall short of the Government's promise to end the cage age.
Energy Bills to Rise 4% from October 1, Ofgem Announces
Ofgem's 4% energy price cap rise takes effect October 1, adding about £60 to typical annual household bills. The increase, driven by higher wholesale gas prices linked to Middle East conflict, runs through December 31.
Gran's final wish: family continues assisted dying fight
Gaynor Griffiths, 63, died at a Swiss clinic in April to escape MND 'torture'. Her family now urges MPs to back the assisted dying bill, honouring her dying wish.
Woman finds giant spider 'size of dog' in loft
A woman was alarmed after finding a giant house spider in her loft, with some comparing it to a fully grown dog or Aragog from Harry Potter. The discovery prompted a flurry of comments in a Facebook spider identification group, as spider season arrives in
XL Bully sanctuary wins licence after two-year fight
All Bullie Charity Rescue near Forfar has been granted a 12-month animal welfare licence after being twice denied by Angus Council, allowing it to operate legally.
UK urged to stockpile food as El Nino may be strongest since 1950
Environment Secretary Angela Eagle urges UK households to stock up on food as the Met Office warns El Nino will bring wetter, stormier conditions this autumn and early winter.
Gardeners urged to scatter black pepper in garden this September
Gardeners are urged to sprinkle black pepper in gardens this September as a natural pesticide and antibacterial agent, repelling pests like sawflies and caterpillars without harming other animals.
Government rejects Westminster bid to delay Oxford Street plan
The Government has rejected Westminster council's last-minute request to delay Sadiq Khan's £150m pedestrianisation of Oxford Street, which is set to begin next month.
Landlords face EPC Band C rule by 2030 under PM Burnham
Private landlords in England and Wales must meet EPC Band C by October 2030, a change expected to be enforced while Andy Burnham is Prime Minister.
25 dogs at Dogs Trust Darlington waiting for forever homes
Dogs Trust Darlington is seeking homes for 25 dogs, including long-serving residents Pixie, Robin, and Maple, who have waited months for adoption.
Households urged to leave bowls of vinegar in kitchen
Households are urged to leave bowls of white vinegar out overnight to neutralise odours, as experts share tips for tackling stubborn smells.
Banana freshness hack: plastic bag beats foil in taste test
Wrapping banana stems in foil may only modestly extend freshness. A plastic bag method, tested over six days, produced creamy, intensely flavoured fruit with almost no spots.
Juicy oven-baked chicken kebabs ready in 30 minutes
Oven-baked chicken kebabs with zingy tomato salad and garlic yogurt sauce can be prepped in 10 minutes and cooked in 20, making a fresh, flavourful dinner in half an hour.
Wirral estate 'left to ruin' but £20m funding could bring change
Wirral's Woodchurch Estate is 'being left to ruin,' say residents, but £20m in Government Pride in Place funding has been secured for improvements.
Alan Titchmarsh's autumn lawn care tips for brown patchy grass
Alan Titchmarsh shares simple autumn lawn care tips to revive brown, patchy grass. Learn how to fix edges and bare patches with easy steps from his 2014 Waitrose video.
Banana bread secret: mashed potatoes for perfect loaf
A baker's banana bread recipe includes mashed potatoes for a fluffier, tastier loaf. Stacey Doyle from Little Figgy Food shares her method and ingredients.
Alan Titchmarsh shares tips to repair brown and patchy lawns
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh shares simple steps to fix brown and bare patches on lawns, helping them stay healthy through autumn and winter.
Trump order targets gray wolf protections
Trump signed an executive order directing the interior department to consider removing gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act list, with a decision due within three months.
Minister urges Brits to stockpile essentials as El Nino looms
Environment Secretary Angela Eagle urges UK households to stockpile food and toilet roll as the Met Office forecasts the largest El Nino since the 19th century, bringing wetter, stormier winters.
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