Lawn expert reveals the one job to do right now
A lawn expert says aeration is the one job homeowners should tackle now to help grass recover, while warning against cutting lawns too short too soon.
Category : Environment
Olivia Rodrigo's festival raises $10m for women's charities
Olivia Rodrigo's first Daisy Chain Fields Festival in Irvine raised over $20m for women-focused charities, with $10m split among 10 organisations and support from Melinda French Gates.
Vintage Dog Names Buddy and Max Make a Comeback in 2026
Milo and Poppy top the 2026 Dogs Trust survey, while 70s favourite Buddy and 90s leader Max see a resurgence in popularity.
Most Expensive Dog Breeds of 2026 Revealed in New Report
The Maltipoo is the most expensive dog breed in the UK in 2026, averaging £1,666, according to new Pets4Homes figures, with the Golden Retriever close behind.
Vintage dog name from 1970s makes a comeback in UK
Buddy, a top dog name in the 1970s, is now the third most popular name in 2026, according to the Dogs Trust survey.
Liverpool mum gives away hundreds of school uniforms
Entrepreneur Kate Stewart, who once borrowed from her boss for a uniform, raised £17,600 and outfitted 630 children in Anfield.
Gardener Warns Against Landscape Fabric, Suggests Cheaper Alternative
A gardener warns that landscape fabric can harm plants and soil, recommending a cheaper newspaper and mulch method that suppresses weeds for up to two years.
Gardener warns landscape fabric can harm plants and soil
A gardener has warned homeowners that landscape fabric can stunt plant roots and block nutrients, urging them to avoid the material despite its popularity.
Abortion Bans Target Later Procedures in New State Laws
New state laws banning later-term abortions have been enacted, restricting procedures after a set gestational age and prompting legal challenges from reproductive rights groups.
Old CDs can stop magpies taking over bird feeders
Hanging old CDs around the garden can deter magpies from bird feeders, as the reflective light startles them and keeps smaller birds safe.
Close windows after 7pm in September to keep spiders out
Experts urge UK households to close windows after 7pm during September spider season, which peaks from late August to mid-October, to prevent nocturnal spiders entering homes.
Headteacher's split-second decision saves 900 pupils from Nepal flood
A headteacher's quick decision to evacuate a school in Nepal saved about 900 pupils from a devastating flood that swept through the region.
EPA Withdraws Toxic Flame Retardant Data Under Trump
The EPA has removed public data on toxic flame retardants from its website, sparking concerns over transparency and public health oversight.
Vegan as a Slur: Why the Word Became an Insult
The word vegan has shifted from a diet label to a term of mockery and abuse, reflecting deeper cultural anxieties about morality, masculinity, and identity.
Miliband's Green Pledges Could Cost Taxpayers Billions
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband's net zero promises of £300 bill cuts and 400,000 green jobs look increasingly unrealistic, with costs soaring.
Ainsdale residents fight to save red squirrel habitat from housing
Ainsdale residents oppose potential housing on former school site, home to endangered red squirrels, citing ecological threats and lack of consultation.
Gardeners urged to sow cover crops by mid-September
Horticulturist Guy Barter advises sowing cover crops by mid-September now that rain has returned, while Alan Titchmarsh and Monty Don share further September garden tasks.
Gardeners urged to sow cover crops by mid-September after heatwaves
After five UK heatwaves left plants dry, horticulturist Guy Barter says early autumn is ideal for sowing cover crops, which must be done by mid-September for good results.
Andy Burnham scraps two green taxes in blow to Miliband
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has abandoned Labour plans for eco charges on ports and waste incinerators, prioritising cost-of-living concerns over net zero expansion.
Martin Lewis urges UK households to complete 1 task before October
Martin Lewis advises UK households to review their energy tariff before October, as the Ofgem price cap rises 3.6% on October 1, with typical bills reaching £1,723 per year.
Care First: Solving Social Care and Student Debt
Andy Burnham's government could fix social care and student debt with a 'Care First' scheme offering 50% off university fees for a year of care work.
Homeowners urged to keep tea bags to deter spiders
UK homeowners are being urged to save used peppermint tea bags as a natural way to deter spiders this autumn, as mating season peaks in September.
Parents ditch plastic baby products amid microplastic fears
A growing movement of parents, including Lisa Oxenham, is abandoning plastic baby products over fears of chemical and microplastic exposure, but experts are divided on the actual risks.
Remove patio moss and algae with 59p baking soda trick
Moss and algae on patios can be tackled with baking soda, an alkaline natural cleaner that raises pH and prevents regrowth. Experts say it costs as little as 59p and works within 24 to 48 hours.
Firefighters smash wall to rescue three trapped fox cubs
Three fox cubs trapped in a narrow gap between two houses in Leicester have been released back into the wild after firefighters smashed through a brick wall to free them.
Harry 'still angry' with royals despite UK return, sources say
Prince Harry has returned to the UK 'just as angry' with the Royal Family as when he left in 2020, sources claim, and still expects an apology from Palace officials.
Terminally ill ex-teacher urges Burnham to back assisted dying bill
Brian Griffin, 74, a terminally ill former teacher from Wigan, is urging Prime Minister Andy Burnham to back the assisted dying bill ahead of its second Commons reading.
Women in UK arts face unequal roles, report finds
A report says 95% of women in UK arts believe gender inequality persists, with 75% facing unconscious bias or sexism and ageism worsened by AI in hiring.
Boil lemon peels in water from September to deter spiders
UK households are urged to boil lemon peels in water from September to deter spiders, as peak spider season typically starts in early September and lasts until mid-October.
Two-Minute Shower Habit That Stops Bathroom Mould
A two-minute squeegee routine after every shower prevents bathroom mould, even without an extractor fan, by removing excess moisture from tiles and screens.
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