Secret Ingredient to Elevate Your Ham Sandwich: Jam
Adding jam to a ham sandwich introduces a sweet contrast that enhances the salty, smoky flavour. This simple cupboard staple transforms the classic lunchtime favourite without extra cost.
Category : Environment
Frost Fleecing Protects Plants in Heatwave, Expert Says
Gardening expert Ish recommends using frost fleecing, typically for cold protection, to shield plants from heatwave conditions by reflecting sunlight and retaining moisture.
Shower Glass Clean and Limescale Free with 35p Vinegar Spray
Distilled white vinegar mixed with water and washing-up liquid removes limescale and soap scum from shower glass for just 35p, says cleaning experts.
Ann Widdecombe Murder: Police Probe Left-Wing Extremism Link
Counter-terrorism police investigate whether left-wing extremism motivated the killing of former Tory MP Ann Widdecombe, 78, found dead at her Devon home.
Village Hall Saved from Closure Opens Community Café
West Rainton's Jubilee Village Hall, built in 1880, was saved from closure by community efforts. A new community café opens July 15 as part of a £1.4m refurbishment.
MPs Urge Government to Stand Up to Food Industry on Obesity
All outdoor advertising of junk food should be banned and front-of-pack labelling mandatory, says Health and Social Care Committee, as obesity costs UK £74.3bn yearly.
London Heatwave: 30C Days Quadruple Due to Climate Change
London's 30C days have more than quadrupled from 1961-1990 to 2016-2025, according to the Met Office. The city faces tropical nights, heatwave deaths, and wildfire risks as the UK's 20th-century climate disappears.
Cinema and Museum Trips Slow Biological Aging: Study
Visiting cinema, museums, and art galleries may slow biological aging, a study of 2,000 older Brits found, with effects comparable to regular exercise.
UK Fire Chief Urges No Barbecues Amid Extreme Wildfire Risk
A fire chief has urged Brits to avoid barbecues and bonfires as the UK faces extreme wildfire warnings during its third heatwave, with temperatures reaching 30C for nine consecutive days.
Mumbles Wildfire Prompts Large Emergency Response
A large wildfire broke out near Mumbles Cricket Club on Tuesday evening, prompting a major emergency response. Smoke was visible for miles, but no injuries have been reported and the fire is not being treated as suspicious.
Dovestones Moor Fire: Fourth Day, Residents Told to Stay Indoors
A major wildfire on the moors above Dovestones reservoir continues for a fourth day. Residents across Greater Manchester are urged to stay indoors as smoke spreads. Over 70 firefighters remain at the scene.
Joe McElderry Backs Creative Call for County Durham Culture
Joe McElderry joined Into the Light's Creative Call event in County Durham, urging support for creative industries. The initiative aims to address barriers like isolation and lack of investment, with over 19,000 participants engaged so far.
Tsunami Cloud Sparks Panic on French Beach Amid Heatwave
A 'tsunami cloud' caused panic on Hendaye beach in France as a 45C heatwave struck. Beachgoers fled the meteorological phenomenon, described as a 'sublime, but very unsettling' experience.
Fourth Heatwave to Hit Liverpool with 34C Scorching Blast
Liverpool and Merseyside brace for a fourth heatwave as temperatures soar to 34°C, with extreme conditions lasting until the end of July, matching 1976 records.
Farms for Sale in England Hit 20-Year High After Tax Raid
The number of farms for sale in England has reached a 20-year high following Labour's inheritance tax on agricultural land, with 177 farms listed in the first half of 2026, a 16% increase on the five-year average.
Liverpool Warned to Close Windows as Smoke Covers Aintree Fire
Merseyside Fire and Rescue crews responded to a blaze on the Loop Line in Aintree, generating significant smoke. Residents advised to keep windows and doors closed. This follows major wildfires in North Wales over the weekend.
Prue Leith: Son being Reform MP is ‘scary’ after murder
Dame Prue Leith has expressed fear for her son, Reform MP Danny Kruger, following the murder of Ann Widdecombe, calling the political climate ‘scary’ and lamenting the loss of civilised debate in the UK.
UK Matches 1976 Record with 24 Days Over 30°C
The UK has recorded 24 days exceeding 30°C in 2026, equalling the 1976 total that sparked drought. A third heatwave continues with temperatures forecast to reach 33°C.
Graham McConnell Spreads Conspiracy Theories
Graham McConnell, a former Trump adviser, has been promoting baseless conspiracy theories about US elections and COVID-19, according to a new report.
Ann Widdecombe's Cat Safe After Quick Removal
Aloysius, the beloved ginger cat of late MP Ann Widdecombe, is safe after being quickly removed from her Devon home. A management statement confirms he is well cared for.
Solva: Pembrokeshire's Beautiful Harbour Village with Seafood
Solva, a picturesque harbour village in Pembrokeshire, offers colourful houses, sandy beaches, boutique shops, and incredible seafood, making it one of the UK's prettiest villages.
Foul Smell Forces Brits From Homes in Ashford
Residents of Alsops Road in Ashford, Kent, report a relentless stench from a Southern Water pumping station, forcing some to take holidays to escape. Barry Jupp, 74, says the smell is 'all day, every day' and has driven him to Cornwall for relief.
Protesters sneak Epstein photo into Buckingham Palace
Anti-monarchy activists from Republic snuck a photo of Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein into Buckingham Palace's throne room, demanding 'What did you know?' in a major blow to Andrew.
Puggled, Scumfished or Shrammed: Regional Words for Extreme Weather
Readers share regional words for feeling hot or cold, from 'puthered' to 'shrammed,' 'scumfished,' and 'puggled,' alongside letters on art, football, and a cannabis-eating dog.
Badenoch Targets Tory MPs Over Climate Beliefs
Kemi Badenoch, Conservative leadership contender, reportedly compiling list of Tory MPs who believe in climate crisis versus those who don't, sparking internal party divisions.
Burnham Must Act Fast on Climate to Avoid Derailment Doom Loop
Without urgent adaptation measures, climate-sceptic parties exploit floods and fires, creating a self-defeating spiral that undermines climate action, warns Laurie Laybourn.
Dua Lipa Calls Albanian Protests Inspiring
Dua Lipa praised Albanian protesters opposing a Jared Kushner-backed resort on the Adriatic coast, calling their fight for environmental protection 'inspiring' during a Tirana concert.
Ella Baron Cartoon: Strait of Hormuz Tensions
A cartoon by Ella Baron depicts rising US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting geopolitical stakes and potential conflict over the strategic waterway.
Britons Urged to Prepare for National Crises
The government advises Britons to take simple steps like stocking supplies to boost resilience against potential national crises, including cyberattacks and pandemics.
Grandfather Tossed Into Air by Bison in Yellowstone
A 72-year-old man was thrown into the air by a bison in Yellowstone National Park after the animal charged the crowd. The incident, caught on video, left the man with non-life-threatening injuries.
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