Plug-in solar panels could save households £370 a year
Plug-in solar panels could cut household energy bills by £370 a year, and experts suggest Australia should follow the UK in legalising them.
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4 vegetables to plant in September: expert advice from Jo McGarry
Gardening expert Jo McGarry from Caragh Nurseries names four vegetables to plant in September for a fresh autumn harvest, including spinach and winter lettuce.
Gordon Brown on Burnham, billionaires and his vision for a better Britain
Former PM Gordon Brown discusses his new book, his advice to Andy Burnham, global politics, and why he won't pay £90 for a Scotland shirt.
EU gas stores at lowest level in 13 years, sparking 'winter panic'
Europe's gas stores are at their lowest level in 13 years, with the UK particularly exposed to price volatility as winter approaches.
Hillsborough daughter bans sons from matches over tragedy chants
Charlotte Hennessy, whose father died at Hillsborough, refuses to take her four sons to football matches for fear of tragedy chanting. She is renewing the campaign against the abuse as the new season begins.
Country diary: We're going on a nurdle hunt on Whitley Bay beach
After the Tyne nurdle spill, a family joins volunteers at Whitley Bay to pick up tiny plastic beads, highlighting a clean-up with no endpoint.
Brown grass will turn green again if gardeners do 3 things now
A brown, parched lawn does not necessarily mean the grass has died, says a gardening expert, who advises three steps to help it recover after drought and heatwaves.
Wales' rare Celtic rainforests among last in Europe
Wales is home to four Celtic rainforests, among the last in Europe, now facing restoration efforts to preserve these rare habitats.
Chef's frozen butter trick for bigger, lighter homemade scones
Chef Gemma Stafford says grating frozen butter into the flour makes scones rise higher and turn out flakier. Her easy recipe makes nine to 12.
Gardeners urged to follow '4 step method' for lush green lawn
Gardeners are urged to follow a four-step method—scarification, aeration, over-seeding, and quilting—to achieve a lush green lawn this month.
DWP rule change: disability benefits move to Scotland new claim
DWP confirms Attendance Allowance and DLA customers moving from England or Wales to Scotland must now claim Scottish benefits like Pension Age Disability Payment.
Mary Berry's semolina trick for extra crunchy roast potatoes
Mary Berry coats roast potatoes in semolina before roasting for an extra crunchy exterior and fluffy centre, perfect every time.
Black tea keeps wooden floors dust-free for longer
Flooring experts say black tea brings out the natural richness of hardwood, adds subtle shine and slows dust build-up. The tannins in tea clean grime without damaging the surface.
Swap vinegar for 'better' non-toxic drain cleaner, expert says
A cleaning expert recommends hypochlorous acid as a 'better' non-toxic alternative to vinegar and baking soda for deep cleaning kitchen sinks and drains.
Ditch Vinegar for This 'Underrated' Natural Drain Cleaner
A cleaning expert recommends hypochlorous acid as a safer, more effective natural alternative to vinegar and baking soda for deep cleaning kitchen drains.
How to sustainably declutter your home: a practical guide
Decluttering is hard, but sustainable. Experts share tips on donating, recycling, and fixing items to reduce waste and rethink consumption habits.
Roast potatoes extra crunchy with one ingredient before cooking
Adding semolina to roast potatoes before cooking creates an extra crunchy coating, according to a Mary Berry recipe that serves six and can be prepared ahead.
LA fire victims face record wait for federal aid under Trump
Nearly 600 days after the 2025 Los Angeles fires, thousands of residents still await over $15bn in federal recovery funds, marking the longest delay in modern history.
King's letters and public response after A66 crash are powerful - action must match
More than £1.1m raised for families of PCs Clough and Blades after A66 tragedy. King Charles's letters to widows are a moving recognition of two officers who went to work to protect others and never came home.
Trump's DC arch would disrupt landmark sightlines, report says
A National Park Service report backs Donald Trump's proposed 250ft arch in Washington DC, despite finding it will likely disrupt the historical significance of dozens of landmarks, including the Washington Monument and Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.
Pour washing up liquid down drains on Sunday to prevent blockages
Households are urged to pour washing up liquid and hot water down kitchen-connected outdoor drains this Sunday to prevent blockages caused by fat, grease and debris.
Sky News halted for heartbreaking death update after floods
Sky News reporter Neville Lazarus shared heartbreaking scenes from Nepal floods, where over 560 people have died and nearly 2,500 are missing, including 33 British nationals.
Doctor's 'Holy Grail' acne gel reduces redness for blemish-prone skin
Dr Sam's Flawless Neutralising Gel, containing 5% azelaic acid, reduces redness and blemishes. Priced at £30, it has 1,200 reviews and a 4.6-star rating.
Trump administration reportedly pushing to gift Yosemite land
The Trump administration is reportedly pushing to give a parcel of land inside Yosemite to Nevada-based Kingsbarn Realty Capital for a private road.
British Gas engineer: 3 appliances are the biggest energy guzzlers
A British Gas engineer named electric showers, tumble dryers and ovens as the biggest energy guzzlers, urging simple habit changes to cut bills as Ofgem raises the price cap to £1,723 in October.
Ring Doorbell Privacy Laws: UK Rules and Dangers Explained
Ring doorbells are legal in the UK, but if they capture footage beyond your property, GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 apply, with potential ICO action.
Guardian climate pledge 2026: 30,000 readers back campaign
The Guardian ends its annual climate support campaign with more than 30,000 readers backing the drive, reaffirming its pledge to independent environmental reporting and cutting emissions by two-thirds by 2030.
Binman explains why black bin bags are refused in recycling
A binman has revealed why black bin bags are often refused during recycling collections, urging households to put recycling loose in the bin instead of in bags.
Rowson Cartoon: Trump's Climate Crisis Consequences
Martin Rowson's Guardian cartoon depicts Donald Trump facing the consequences of the climate crisis, highlighting the impact of his policies.
Nepal flood rescue hindered by landslide lake overflow fears
Rescue efforts continue in Nepal and Tibet after flash floods killed hundreds, with fears of a landslide lake overflowing and access issues hindering missions.
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