Jacket Potatoes Crispier With Salt Before Cooking
A simple salt coating before air frying makes jacket potato skins crispier and tastier, according to a lifestyle reporter's tested method.
Category : Environment
South Lanarkshire Groups Can Apply for Community History Funding
South Lanarkshire Council has opened a second tranche of funding for community groups that celebrate local history, identity and traditions, with a deadline of midnight on August 28.
Yellow Lawns Can Grow Back Greener With 1 Simple Task in August
Aerating drought-damaged lawns in August helps water reach roots, promoting recovery before autumn. Expert Robbie Lynn advises focusing on soil, not fertiliser.
NATO Jets Scrambled as Russia Strikes Kyiv, Killing 12
NATO fighter jets scrambled from Poland and Romania as Russia launched massive missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, killing at least 12 people and wounding 34 others.
Gardeners urged to aerate yellow lawns in August to restore green
Aerating drought-damaged lawns in August helps water reach roots, restoring green grass before autumn, says lawn expert Robbie Lynn.
Coat Jacket Potatoes in Salt, Not Oil, for Crispy Skin
Achieve a perfectly crispy jacket potato skin without oil by coating it in salt before cooking. A simple microwave-to-air-fryer method delivers a crunchy exterior and fluffy interior.
Tim Spector Warns Against Bran Flakes Breakfast
Professor Tim Spector warns that bran flakes with low-fat milk, once his go-to breakfast, is 'complete rubbish' and actually makes people hungrier, advising a full-fat Greek yoghurt bowl instead.
Chef: aluminium foil keeps lettuce fresh for weeks
Wrapping lettuce in aluminium foil before refrigerating can keep it fresh for up to four weeks, a chef has said, helping reduce food waste and save money.
Teen lands first bluefin tuna off Whitby in 90 years
Ada Peake, 18, helped catch a 53-stone bluefin tuna off Whitby, the first commercial landing of its kind in the North Sea since 1939, as part of her training with the Whitby Fishing School.
Greenpeace Mural on Wildfire-Hit Hillside Angers Residents
Residents in Capelulo, Conwy, were angered by a Greenpeace mural painted on a scorched hillside after a wildfire, calling it an 'intrusion into grief' and removing it with garden rakes.
Avoid Cutting Back Hydrangeas and Lavender in September
Gardeners are advised to delay cutting back hydrangeas, lavender, and other plants in September to benefit wildlife and add winter interest.
Repel Spiders and Dust Mites With Two Natural Ingredients
A cleaning guru shares a simple two-ingredient spray using white vinegar and essential oil to repel spiders and dust mites from your bed.
Deter Spiders and Dust Mites With 2 Common Ingredients
A cleaning expert shares a simple two-ingredient spray using white vinegar and essential oil to repel spiders and dust mites from your bed as summer ends.
Mary Berry’s one-pan sausage dinner: ready in 35 minutes
Mary Berry's all-in-one pan sausage and red pepper hotpot is ready in under 35 minutes and has more than 100 five-star reviews online.
London Hosepipe Ban to Last Until End of Year Despite Rain
Thames Water says the hosepipe ban in London will remain in place until towards the end of the year, despite recent rainfall, due to depleted supplies from heatwaves.
Summer of Sport Events Attract Over 800 Attendees
More than 800 people attended two free takeover events in East Kilbride and Hamilton, capping off the first phase of South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture's Summer of Sport programme.
Andy Burnham to donate 15% of PM salary to homeless charities
Andy Burnham will donate 15% of his Prime Minister salary to homeless charities, giving away £26,105 this year from his combined MP and PM earnings.
Mary Berry's all-in-one sausage dinner is simple and flavourful
Mary Berry's sausage and red pepper hotpot has over 100 five-star ratings online. The all-in-one-pan dish serves four to six people and is ready in under 35 minutes.
Welsh Gardeners Urged to Clean Water Bowls Daily for Hedgehogs
Wildlife charities urge gardeners in Wales to clean and dry water containers daily to protect hedgehogs and birds from disease during hot weather.
Gardeners Urged to Do 1 Daily Task in August to Save Hedgehogs
Wildlife charities urge gardeners to clean and refill water containers daily to protect hedgehogs and birds from disease during hot weather.
Rutherglen 900 public meeting on Overtoun Park Bandstand
Rutherglen 900 will hold a public meeting on August 29 at Overtoun Park Bowling Club to discuss the restoration of the bandstand and explore re-establishing a Friends of Overtoun Park group.
Southport Flower Show 2026: Thousands Expected
The Southport Flower Show returns from August 20-23, 2026, with thousands expected to attend the four-day event at Victoria Park, featuring celebrity guests and horticultural displays.
Mad cow disease discovered on UK farm in Scotland
A case of classical BSE, known as mad cow disease, has been confirmed on a farm in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Movement controls are in place, but officials say the cow did not enter the food chain and there is no risk to human health.
Edinburgh Festival Flash Flood: Streets Become Rivers
A flash flood hit Edinburgh city centre during the Festival, forcing tourists and locals to run for cover as streets turned into rivers and stairs overflowed.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep UK with flash flood warnings
A Met Office yellow thunderstorm warning is in place across northern England and north Wales, with heavy rain expected to bring flash flooding and travel disruption.
Liverpool Flooding: Burst Water Pipes Cause Traffic Chaos
Burst water pipes on Elm Vale and Overton Street in Liverpool have caused flooding, road closures, and property damage. United Utilities is investigating and repairing the damage.
Gardeners Urged to Place One Item Outside Now to Attract Robins
Robins, Britain's favourite bird, will only visit gardens with open-fronted bird boxes placed in a specific spot, according to gardening experts.
Revive Brown Lawns in 3 Easy Steps After UK Heatwave
UK lawns left brown and lifeless after heatwaves and drought can bounce back naturally. Experts share three simple steps to restore grass as rain returns.
Brown lawns will bounce back in days with three simple steps
UK gardeners can restore scorched brown lawns to lush green glory by following three easy steps as rain returns after weeks of heatwaves and drought.
Revive Brown Lawns in Three Simple Steps After UK Heatwave
As UK temperatures cool after weeks of heat and drought, gardeners can revive scorched brown lawns in three simple steps without panic or harsh fertilisers.
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