Monty Don's Essential September Gardening Checklist
Monty Don shares September gardening tasks: prune roses and raspberries, plant spring bulbs, spinach, and garlic for early flowering and maximum effect.
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Meera Sodha’s Golden Mile Pizza: A Punjabi-Italian Fusion Feast
Meera Sodha's fusion pizza recipe combines Indian and Italian flavours, featuring a spiced tomato sauce, mozzarella, and chaat masala oil.
UK City Hotter Than Barbados as 34C Heatwave Hits
London could reach 34C, surpassing Barbados's 29C, as the Met Office warns of a third heatwave. Health alerts are in place for several English regions, with hosepipe bans announced.
Family plunged into debt after pregnancy virus left son brain damaged
A mother provides over 70 hours of unpaid care weekly for her 10-year-old son with brain damage from CMV, leaving the family £15,000 in debt and struggling financially.
Natural Plant Method to Repel Garden Rats, Expert Says
Expert James Neal suggests using Mole Plant, sage, and oregano to naturally repel rats from gardens, avoiding harmful poisons.
North Carolina Beach Homes on Wheels as Erosion Accelerates
Hatteras Island homes are moved on wheels as erosion accelerates, with 19 houses lost since September.
Whistleblower in UK water scandal speaks out after Channel 4 drama
Robert Forrester, the whistleblower who exposed UK water pollution, speaks out after Channel 4's Dirty Business drama airs.
Easy 4-Step Eton Mess Cheesecake: Perfect Summer Dessert
This Eton Mess cheesecake recipe has just 4 simple steps and is the perfect summer dessert. With fresh strawberries, meringues, and a creamy filling, it's ideal for sharing.
Sleep Better by Opening One Door to Cool Downstairs at Night
A housing expert recommends lifting the loft hatch to let trapped hot air escape, helping bedrooms cool down during a heatwave. The Met Office forecasts 34C in southeast England this week.
Tory MP: Slash Red Tape for More Trees on High Streets
Tory MP Aphra Brandreth urges the Labour government to slash red tape and amend the Highways Act to allow more trees on high streets, citing counterproductive bureaucracy blocking tree planting.
Apples and Pears on Lawns Help Summer Birds, Experts Say
Households are urged to leave sliced apples and pears on lawns or bird tables to support birds like blackbirds and thrushes during peak summer feeding season, according to the RSPB.
Restore white fluffy towels without washing machine
A simple hand-washing method using white vinegar and baking soda can remove detergent buildup and restore towels' softness and whiteness, according to cleaning experts.
Stop Wasps Invading Your Home With One Kitchen Item in July
Place citrus peels in your garden this July to naturally repel wasps. The strong scent interferes with their senses, keeping them away from your home.
Children Miss 7M School Days as Extreme Heat Closes UK Schools
Children missed over seven million school days after a record-breaking heatwave forced hundreds of UK schools to close. Ministers urged to prepare for hotter summers.
Fried Eggs Taste Better With One Simple Step Before Cooking
Using the freshest eggs possible ensures thick, rich fried eggs. Old eggs spread thinly. BBC Good Food advises checking freshness before cooking.
North East Braces for Return of Scorching Weather
The North East is set for a return to scorching temperatures later this week, with highs of 26°C in County Durham and Tyneside, following a brief period of cooler weather.
Biblical Fly Infestation Plagues UK Village Residents
Residents of Sileby, Leicestershire, are trapped indoors by a 'biblical' fly infestation for over a month. Officials suspect a nearby poultry farm is the source and have ordered mitigation measures.
Adjust Lawnmower Height During Heatwave to Protect Grass
As temperatures soar to 34C, gardening expert Peter Dowdall warns against mowing grass too short. Raising the mower height reduces stress on lawns, which may turn brown but are often just dormant.
Klopp slams 'crazy' Trump-FIFA Balogun ban intervention
Jurgen Klopp called Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino's reported contact over Folarin Balogun's red card suspension 'crazy', saying 'this is our game, not theirs'.
Washing machine mould prevention: simple door trick
Leaving the washing machine door open after a cycle prevents mould growth. Marilee Nelson of Branch Basics recommends this 10-second job to keep the drum dry and bacteria-free.
Raise Lawnmower Height in 29C Heat, Gardener Warns
Temperatures could reach 29C in Liverpool this week. Gardener Peter Dowdall advises raising mower height to avoid stressing grass, and warns against overwatering established lawns.
Fish and Chip Shop Unchanged Since 1930s
Hobbs & Sons Fish and Chips at Black Country Living Museum in Dudley has remained authentic since the 1930s, serving cod and chips fried in beef dripping. The shop was relocated brick by brick in 2006 and recently went viral.
Keep Potatoes Fresh for Months with Apple Storage Hack
Potatoes can stay fresh for months with a simple tip: store them with an apple. The ethylene gas from apples slows sprouting, reducing food waste. Fridge storage also extends shelf life.
Keep Potatoes Fresh for Months with an Apple
Potatoes can stay fresh for months by storing them with an apple. The ethylene gas from apples slows sprouting. Refrigeration also extends shelf life up to three times longer.
Apple Trick Keeps Potatoes Fresh for Months
Store potatoes with an apple to prevent sprouting and keep them fresh for months, say waste management experts. The ethylene gas from apples slows sprouting. Refrigeration also extends shelf life up to three times longer.
Avoid This July Watering Mistake for Healthier Rose Blooms
Watering roses from above in July can cause fungal diseases, wilting, and loss of blooms. Experts advise watering at the base to keep plants healthy and flowering.
Home Bargains £15 Bird Feeding Station: 6ft Deluxe Feeder
Home Bargains sells a £15 6ft deluxe bird feeding station with mesh and hanging feeders plus a water dish, ideal for attracting garden birds this summer.
Wales to Get Third Heatwave with Temperatures Over 30°C
Wales is set for its third heatwave this year, with temperatures exceeding 30°C. The Met Office forecasts hot, dry conditions until mid-July, with a marine heatwave reaching severe levels.
Binman Reveals Which Bin for Crisp and Chocolate Packets
A binman clarifies that crisp and chocolate packets should not go in home recycling bins; instead, take them to supermarket collection points or use general waste.
Grandma dies of asbestos cancer after washing husband's clothes
Veronica Kidman, 72, died of mesothelioma one week after diagnosis. Her family believes she inhaled asbestos fibres while hand-washing her husband's dust-covered BT work overalls in the 1970s and 80s.
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