Monty Don: Rocket is the easiest plant to grow
Gardening expert Monty Don says rocket is the easiest crop to grow at home. As a cut-and-come-again plant, it can keep providing fresh salad for free, cutting your food bill.
Category : Environment
Wet Wipe Hack Removes Fluff and Pet Hair in the Wash
Learn how to remove fluff and pet hair from clothes by adding a common bathroom item—wet wipes—to your washing machine. This simple hack attracts lint and dander.
Vet's Top 9 Dog Breeds for Pet Owners
A vet with over a decade of experience lists the nine dog breeds she would choose to own, highlighting their unique traits and suitability for most owners.
Use Coffee Grounds Near Windows to Repel Ants, Experts Say
Experts recommend placing coffee grounds near windows to deter ants this summer. The strong aroma overwhelms pests' senses, keeping them out naturally.
William and Camilla Join Forces on Homelessness
Prince William and Queen Camilla separately highlighted homelessness on June 10. William launched a Homelessness Data Lab at London Tech Week, while Camilla visited St Mungo's charity.
Perth £2m Traveller Site Approved Despite Flood Risk
Perth and Kinross councillors approve a £2 million Traveller stopping site at Perth Food and Drink Park, ending a 20-year wait, despite flood risk objections from planners and SEPA.
Creamier Avocado Toast in 5 Minutes: Add Cottage Cheese
Avocado toast gets a creamy upgrade with cottage cheese. This simple hack, shared by Jessica Sepel, takes only five minutes and adds protein. Try it with honey and chilli flakes.
Adult Disability Payment: Qualifying Conditions Explained
Adult Disability Payment supports people with disabilities, long-term illnesses, or mental health conditions. Learn about qualifying conditions, application process, and payment rates.
Morrisons Carrier Bag Refund: How to Get Your 10p Back
Morrisons has confirmed a refund policy for carrier bags used in home deliveries. Customers can return bags to drivers and get 10p per bag refunded, as part of the supermarket's commitment to recycling and reducing plastic waste.
Why Turkey Eggs Are Rarely in UK Supermarkets
Discover why turkey eggs are not sold in UK supermarkets despite turkeys laying eggs, due to economic and biological factors compared to chickens.
Malvern: UK's Best Place to Live with Stunning Walks
Malvern in Worcestershire has been named one of the UK's best places to live, offering breathtaking scenery, independent shops, and a vibrant community.
Monty Don Shares Easiest Plant to Grow at Home – Edible Too
Monty Don says rocket is the easiest plant to grow, offering fresh salad leaves all season. He also shares tips on cuttings and division for free plants.
Think Twice Before Swimming in Warm Weather After Near-Drowning
A woman nearly drowned saving a friend in Spain, highlighting the dangers of open water swimming. Her story urges caution and water safety awareness.
Ashton's £14.6m Market Square canopy nears completion
The £14.6m Market Square canopy project in Ashton-under-Lyne is nearing completion, with work expected to finish by autumn 2026. New events and artisan markets are planned.
Rutherglen School Football Team Gets Winning Donation
St Mark's Primary in Rutherglen launches a new football team for P5-7 students, thanks to donations from Lord Willie Haughey and Andrew Allan, including kits and coaching.
Alan Titchmarsh: Plant These to Attract Birds to Your Garden
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh and the RHS share top tips for attracting birds this summer, recommending berry-producing plants like beautyberry and pyracantha.
Attenborough's Urgent Advice to UK Cat Owners: Fit a Bell
Sir David Attenborough advises UK cat owners to fit bells on collars to reduce bird deaths, as cats kill 55 million birds annually. Simple changes can protect garden wildlife.
Italy Beach Bans Umbrellas for Ages 10-65 After Arson
Punta Molentis Beach in Sardinia, Italy, has banned umbrellas for visitors aged 10-65 after an arson-caused wildfire last year. Exceptions for families with children under 10 and those 65+.
Manchester LGBTQ+ Groups Respond to St Helens Pride Cuts
Manchester LGBTQ+ organisations issue a statement after St Helens council leader Dr George Woodward withdraws all Pride funding, sparking concerns over LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.
Use Egg Boxes in Garden Instead of Recycling
Gardener Ish reveals a clever hack to repurpose egg cartons and other packaging as seed starters and propagators, reducing waste and helping your garden thrive.
Winstanley Residents Fear Green Belt Loss to 400 Homes
Residents in Winstanley, Wigan, are opposing a 400-home development on green belt land, citing concerns over traffic, infrastructure, and loss of nature.
Putin Expands Bases Near NATO Borders for New Cold War
Satellite images reveal Russia expanding military bases along NATO borders, with new barracks and vehicles. Experts warn of preparation for a second Cold War as UK defense readiness questioned.
UK Households Told to Ditch Fabric Softener
Which? expert Victoria Purcell advises UK households to stop using fabric softener, citing damage to clothes and machines. Alternative methods like vinegar soaks recommended.
Don't Trash Egg Cartons: Gardener's Genius Repurposing Hack
A savvy gardener shares how to repurpose egg cartons, plastic bottles, and takeaway containers into useful garden tools, reducing waste and helping beginners.
Man Avoids Tummy Tuck After 9st Loss with At-Home Routine
Marc McKee lost nine stone but was left with excess skin. He avoided surgery using a six-step at-home skincare routine and now sells ElastiK Skin to help others.
White vs Brown Eggs: Experts Agree on the Difference
Sainsbury's switches to white eggs for lower carbon footprint. Experts confirm no nutritional, taste, or cooking differences between white and brown eggs.
Inside the Sink Peeing Movement on Reddit
A Reddit community of 49,000 members advocates peeing in sinks to save water, claiming environmental benefits. The practice also has sexual and transgressive appeal.
Attenborough: Put a Bell on Your Cat to Protect Birds
Sir David Attenborough advises cat owners to fit bells on collars and bring cats indoors at dawn and dusk to reduce bird deaths by a third, protecting garden wildlife.
Alan Titchmarsh: Plant Beautyberry to Attract Robins All Summer
Alan Titchmarsh advises planting beautyberry and other fruit-bearing plants to attract robins and other birds to UK gardens all summer long.
Stone Age 'Europe's Atlantis' Found in Denmark's Bay of Aarhus
Archaeologists have discovered a Stone Age settlement dubbed 'Europe's Atlantis' beneath Denmark's Bay of Aarhus, with artefacts dating back 8,500 years, preserved underwater since the last Ice Age.
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