Spider season starts early in Wales due to warm weather
Warm weather has brought spiders indoors earlier than usual in Wales. An expert explains why sightings are up and how to deter them.
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Council apologises for 3,500 missed recycling bin collections
North Tyneside Council has apologised after approximately 3,500 recycling bin collections were missed due to unforeseen operational pressures. All missed bins were collected by Monday.
Met Office warns of 'intense' thunderstorms causing disruption
The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for Wednesday and Thursday, warning of intense downpours that could cause travel disruption and localised flooding across much of England and Wales.
9 Most Aggressive Dog Breeds Named by Experts
Experts at Urban Pet Hospital list nine dog breeds that can be more prone to aggressive behaviour, stressing that training and socialisation can help.
Russia faces petrol crisis after Ukraine refinery strikes
Russia is facing a petrol crisis after repeated Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries, with long queues reported at Moscow petrol stations.
Dog revived with CPR after rescue from 'worst room' RSPCA officer had ever seen
A German Shepherd named Bella was given life-saving CPR after being rescued from a filthy kitchen in Lancashire. Her owner, Charles Bruce, has been banned from keeping animals indefinitely.
Morag: Scotland's other mysterious loch monster
Scotland is said to be home to another mysterious loch monster besides Nessie: Morag, who reportedly lives in Loch Morar in the west Highlands, with sightings dating back to 1887.
Fox launches Pumpkin Spice Indulgent Creams for autumn 2026
Fox’s Pumpkin Spice Indulgent Creams, a chocolate-coated shortcake biscuit with a pumpkin spice cream centre, arrives August 31 in UK supermarkets for £3.
Peppermint oil spray urged as spider mating season starts
UK households are urged to spray peppermint oil around windows and doors as spider mating season begins at the end of August, with warmer weather extending activity.
Dead fish wash up at Ruislip Lido as heatwave depletes oxygen
Dead fish have washed up at Ruislip Lido in London after low oxygen levels, likely caused by an algal bloom triggered by the summer heatwave.
Dead fish wash up at London lake in heatwave blow to wildlife
Dead fish have washed up at Ruislip Lido due to low oxygen levels caused by an algal bloom, linked to the summer heatwave. The lake is closed to fishing while the Environment Agency lends aerators to restore oxygen.
Stop spiders and flies entering your home with one spice
Placing cloves near windows and doors can repel spiders, flies, moths and other bugs naturally, according to a viral TikTok hack.
North East urged to join global nurdle hunt in pollution survey
People in the North East are urged to join The Great Global Nurdle Hunt, logging plastic pellet findings on beaches, rivers and ports from September 4 to October 4 to map plastic pollution globally.
British Gas heat pump advice: key differences from boilers
British Gas shared advice for homeowners considering switching from a boiler to a heat pump, highlighting costs, efficiency, and lifespan differences.
Prepare Your Garden for Rain After Drought: RHS Expert Tips
Rain is expected in the South East on Wednesday after weeks of drought. RHS chief horticulturist Guy Barter shares tips to prepare your garden for sudden storms.
Prince Harry quits African Parks charity before UK return
Prince Harry has stepped down from the board of African Parks ahead of his return to the UK. The Duke of Sussex remains a supporter of the conservation charity's mission.
Driver amazed to see wallaby hopping along street in Cornwall
Pasty shop owner Scot Weller spotted a wallaby hopping along a street in Liskeard, Cornwall, and followed it out of concern for its safety before reporting the sighting to police.
Fruit foraging legal rights: what the 1968 law allows
Foraging for wild fruit is legal under the Theft Act 1968 for personal use, but commercial picking, private land access, and protected species carry restrictions.
Historic Wirral building set for 'much-needed' investment
The Lyceum in Port Sunlight will receive £499,999 from the government's Museum Estate and Development Fund for repairs and solar panels.
Air fryer grease melts away with one common kitchen item
A woman shares a budget-friendly tip for cleaning air fryers using dishwasher tablets, saying a five-minute soak in boiling water made grease melt away without scrubbing.
PIP and ADP Blue Badge points for automatic eligibility
PIP or ADP claimants may automatically qualify for a Blue Badge if they score 8 points in 'moving around' or 12 points in 'planning and following a journey'.
Epsom salts in wash: colour hack or costly mistake?
A TikTok cleaning fan says adding Epsom salts to dark washes locks in colours, but experts warn the natural item can damage clothes and machines.
Spiders and flies kept out of homes with one windowsill item
Placing cloves on windowsills can deter spiders and flies from entering homes, according to a natural pest control hack shared online.
Freeview switch-off: Deadline for public response is Aug 31
The government's consultation on ending terrestrial TV closes on August 31. Campaigners warn millions could lose access to Freeview, which reaches 12.9 million UK homes.
Households face £80 fines for breaking four bin rules
Households in England could face fines of up to £80 for breaking four bin collection rules. Councils can issue fixed penalties for obstructing neighbours, attracting vermin, restricting access or leaving unsightly waste.
Mum's Ibiza trip regret after 'extreme weather' hits island
A mum booked an August trip to Ibiza but now fears her flight may be delayed after 'extreme weather' brought flooding, heavy rainfall and strong winds to the island.
Cat rescued from car engine after eight-hour ordeal
Nala survived an eight-hour ordeal trapped in a car engine in Walsall, with the vehicle's heat potentially cauterising her injury and saving her life.
Farming couple devastated by sudden death of bull Ronnie
Graham and Helen Ackerman faced a devastating loss when their Aberdeen Angus bull Ronnie died unexpectedly on their Highland cattle farm in Scotland.
Shouting at vacuum to help scared dogs may backfire
Dogs Trust warns that shouting at vacuum cleaners to help scared dogs may increase fear; calmness and gradual introduction are advised instead.
Meghan Markle UK Return 'Won't Work', Expert Warns
Royal expert Andrew Lownie warns Meghan Markle's UK return won't work, citing Cotswolds winters and distance from her mother as two major flaws.
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