Roast Broccoli with Olive Oil for Better Flavour
Stop boiling broccoli; roasting with olive oil enhances flavour and retains nutrients. Chef Cathy Roma shares a simple method for crispy, delicious broccoli.
Category : Environment
Prince Harry's Royal Reconciliation Efforts Deemed Futile
Prince Harry's attempts to mend relations with the Royal Family are doomed to fail, primarily due to Prince William's enduring estrangement and hurt over past attacks, according to Express reporter Adam Toms.
Monty Don: Best Time to Prune Lavender to Avoid Woody Plants
Monty Don advises pruning lavender as soon as flowers fade, from mid-summer to end of September, to prevent woody, leggy growth and ensure healthy regrowth.
10 Best Places in England to Raise a Family
Sheffield tops the ranking for raising children due to abundant green space, with Milton Keynes and Swindon following. The study by outdoortoys evaluated safety, childcare costs, schools, and outdoor access.
Prune lavender in summer to avoid woody leggy plants
Prune lavender at the end of summer to prevent woody, leggy growth, says Monty Don. Cut as flowers fade, leaving fresh shoots, and avoid pruning into bare wood.
Mary Berry's Easy Chicken Lasagne Recipe for Families
Mary Berry's chicken lasagne recipe, rated over 30 five-star reviews on BBC Food, is a simple and creamy dish perfect for families, feeding six to eight and can be frozen.
Hob vs Microwave for Baked Beans: Which Is Better?
A taste test reveals that cooking baked beans on the hob produces a richer flavour and thicker sauce compared to the microwave, despite taking longer.
Natural Ant Pesticide Better Than White Vinegar
A home content editor claims diatomaceous earth is a natural pesticide that eliminates ants within 15 minutes, calling it better than white vinegar.
Liverpool Parks Trashed: Council Urges Public to Take Rubbish Home
After another heatwave weekend, Liverpool parks like Sefton Park and Newsham Park were left strewn with litter, food, and barbecues, prompting calls for stronger enforcement and public responsibility.
Clarkson's Farm 'bird lady' urges water outside for birds
Hannah Bourne-Taylor, known as the 'bird lady' from Clarkson's Farm, urges people to place water outside to help birds during the UK heatwave, as 70% of natural ponds have disappeared since the 1970s.
Sheffield named best place to raise a family in England
Sheffield tops a new study as the best place to raise a family in England, thanks to abundant green space and affordable childcare, while Manchester ranks lowest due to high crime rates.
Natural Pesticide Banish Ants Better Than White Vinegar
Diatomaceous earth, a fossilised sand, is hailed as a natural ant pesticide that works faster than white vinegar, eliminating infestations in minutes.
Torcross village gets £20m to fight sea erosion race against time
The Devon coastal village of Torcross faces a £20m 'race against time' to save homes from being washed away after severe storms. The Environment Agency has approved a £19.8m improvement scheme to buy the community time.
I Tested 3 Washing Machine Cleaners: Dr. Beckmann Best
Sophie Harris tested Dettol, Dr. Beckmann, and white vinegar on her washing machine. Dr. Beckmann's powder cleaner outperformed the others, leaving the drum spotless and odor-free for just £1.89.
Brit Pensioner's Final Screams to Wife Feared Dead in Wildfires
Malcolm Timbrell, 70, survived Spanish wildfires by hiding in an abandoned car with his cat, but his wife and friends remain missing and feared dead.
British Pensioner Survives Spanish Wildfire, Fears Wife Died
Malcolm Timbrell, 70, survived a Spanish wildfire by sheltering in abandoned cars, but fears his wife and friends died walking into the flames. Four British bodies found in a burnt car.
UK Pubs to Serve 64 Million No and Low Alcohol Pints
UK pubs will serve over 64 million pints of no and low alcohol beer this summer, up 8 million on last year, as the British Beer and Pub Association reports 870% growth since 2013 and calls for a 0.5% ABV alcohol-free definition.
32 North East Parks Win Green Flag Awards for 2026
32 parks across Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, and South Tyneside have been awarded Green Flag status in the 2026 awards, recognising them among the best in the UK.
Prince Harry Nicknamed 'Dukes of Hazard' by Insiders
Prince Harry's UK visit for the Invictus Games reignited the 'Dukes of Hazard' nickname shared with Prince Andrew, as palace insiders cite chaos and security rows.
Loose Women Poll Humiliates Harry and Meghan in UK Return
A Loose Women poll found 75.9% of viewers do not want Prince Harry and Meghan Markle back in the Royal Family, delivering a humiliating blow during their UK return for a private reunion with King Charles.
Saddleworth Moor Fire: Arson Arrest as Blaze Continues
A 20-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson as the Saddleworth Moor fire continues for a third day, with smoke affecting large parts of Greater Manchester.
Cyclospora Outbreak: 3,000+ Cases in 31 US States
A Cyclospora outbreak has sickened over 3,000 people across 31 US states, with Michigan reporting 1,562 cases and 44 hospitalizations. The parasite causes explosive diarrhea.
Meadow Well Leaders Reject 'Written Off' Label After Action Day
Community leaders in Meadow Well say the area can no longer be 'written off' after a Day of Action saw charities, council, and police showcase positive work and engage residents.
British Couple Among 13 Killed in Spanish Wildfires
Pete and Fran Gillam are among 13 victims killed in Almeria wildfires. Their daughters confirmed the deaths and paid tribute, as four British nationals are among the fatalities.
British Couple Killed in Spain Wildfires
A British couple has been confirmed dead in the deadly wildfires sweeping through Spain, according to local authorities. The victims were identified as David and Sarah Thompson, aged 68 and 65, from Manchester.
Jewish Communities Face Rising Antisemitism in UK
Jewish communities in the UK are experiencing a surge in antisemitic incidents, with schools and synagogues increasingly targeted, prompting calls for enhanced police protection.
Volkswagen Crisis: Wake-Up Call for Germany and EU
Volkswagen's existential crisis over EV transition and cost-cutting signals deeper problems for Germany's industrial model and EU competitiveness.
Lancashire chemical factory closure may prompt legal action
AGC Chemicals Europe's Lancashire plant closure could lead to a legal claim, affecting 200 jobs and raising environmental concerns.
Manchester Smothered in Smoke as Dovestone Wildfire Rages
A major incident has been declared as the Dovestone moorland fire near Saddleworth rages for a third day, with smoke smothering Manchester. A 20-year-old woman is held on suspicion of arson.
Warning: Toxic Algae at Llangorse Lake
Visitors to Llangorse Lake in Powys, Wales, are warned to avoid water contact due to toxic blue-green algae that can harm humans and animals.
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