Swap Fabric Softener for Vinegar for Softer Towels
A cleaning fan on TikTok recommends replacing fabric softener with white vinegar to keep towels soft, fluffy, and longer-lasting by breaking down residue and mineral deposits.
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Kelvin Fletcher Bans Gadgets at Home for Kids' Freedom
Kelvin Fletcher and wife Liz have banned gadgets and tablets at their 120-acre farm home, giving their four children a sense of freedom in rural life.
Spray Vinegar in Gardens to Deter Ants This Summer
Households across the UK are advised to spray vinegar in gardens this week to prevent ants, which become more active during warm weather, from nesting and entering homes.
Semolina Trick for Crispy Roast Potatoes Every Time (20.07.2026)
Chef Paul Mason says adding semolina to parboiled potatoes before roasting creates the crunchiest roast potatoes with fluffy middles and shattering golden edges.
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Simple seasoning trick for air fryer frozen chips
Adding just one ingredient — Kerala Chinese salt and pepper seasoning from B&M — transforms frozen chips into restaurant-quality fries in an air fryer.
Creamy Scrambled Eggs Without Milk: Chef's Trick
Learn how to make fluffy, creamy scrambled eggs without milk using a simple on-off heat technique from TikTok chef Max McCann.
Best Tequila and Mezcal 2026: Expert Tasted and Reviewed
Drinks expert Becky Paskin reveals top 100% agave tequilas and mezcals for summer 2026, from smooth sippers to smoky spirits, perfect for margaritas or gifting.
Expert Warns Against Drying Towels Outdoors This Summer
Drying towels outside in summer wind may leave them rough and scratchy, says laundry expert Deyan Dimitrov. Use a tumble dryer or add vinegar to restore softness.
Clarkson Branded 'Disingenuous' in Feud with Packham
Chris Packham accuses Jeremy Clarkson of portraying an unrealistic image of farming on Clarkson's Farm, calling the show a 'smokescreen' for industrial agriculture's horrors.
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Keep insects out with 35p Tesco white vinegar
Use white vinegar costing 35p from Tesco to repel insects this summer. A study found 56% of Brits have been bitten or stung in the last 12 months, with wasps and mosquitoes top culprits.
Towels Fresh with Dryer Sheets: Mrs Hinch Fan Hack
Place tumble dryer sheets between towels in cupboards to keep them smelling fresh, advise Mrs Hinch fans. Ensure towels are bone-dry first to prevent musty odours.
Ditch Fabric Softener for White Vinegar to Keep Towels Fluffy
A cleaning expert reveals that swapping fabric softener for white vinegar in the washing machine can help towels and cloths stay fluffy and last longer by breaking down residue and mineral buildup.
Homemade Focaccia: 15-Min Prep, 6 Steps
This homemade focaccia recipe from Fab Flour's Easy Peasy Baking Campaign requires just 15 minutes of prep and six easy steps, baking in 35-40 minutes.
Soak Halloumi in Water Before Frying for Perfect Texture
Food content creator @Cookingwithzainab reveals soaking halloumi in hot water for 10 minutes before frying makes it soft and stretchy, not tough. Arla recommends cold water soak.
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Japanese Maples: 3 Key Jobs to Avoid Crispy Leaves
Gardening expert Ish shares 3 essential jobs to prevent Japanese maple leaves from scorching and dropping off during summer heatwaves, including wind protection, shade, and frost fleece.
Raisins vs Sultanas: Key Differences Explained (20.07.2026)
Raisins and sultanas are both dried grapes, but differ in colour, sweetness, and texture. Raisins are darker, chewier, and caramel-like, while sultanas are lighter, sweeter, and juicier.
Raisins vs Sultanas: Texture and Culinary Uses Explained
Discover the differences between raisins and sultanas, including colour, texture, sweetness, and best uses in baking, cooking, and snacking.
Raisins vs Sultanas: Key Differences Explained (20.07.2026)
Raisins and sultanas differ in taste, texture, colour, and culinary uses. Raisins are darker, chewier, and caramel-like; sultanas are lighter, sweeter, and smaller. Both are dried grapes but from different varieties.
Claremont Rambling Club enjoys Galloway Forest walk
Claremont Rambling Club members enjoyed a day out in the Galloway Forest with two circular walking routes, followed by a social hour at Flynn's Boatyard in Girvan.
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Albania, dubbed the 'Maldives of Europe', has the dirtiest seas on the continent, with 23% of beaches rated 'poor' for faecal bacteria, according to a Which? study. Tourists report rubbish and overcrowding.
Swap Mayo for Olive Oil in Tuna Sandwiches for Better Taste (20.07.2026)
Replacing mayonnaise with olive oil in tuna sandwiches enhances the natural brininess of tuna, creating a lighter, more refined flavour. Try this simple swap for a fresher taste.
Swap Mayo for Olive Oil for Better Tuna Sandwich
Replacing mayonnaise with olive oil in tuna salad creates a lighter, purer taste that enhances the natural brininess and texture of the fish.
Tuna mayo tastier with olive oil instead of mayo
Swap mayonnaise for olive oil in tuna mayo sandwiches for a lighter, fresher flavour. Olive oil enhances tuna's natural saltiness and allows extra ingredients to shine.
Scrambled Eggs Tastier with Sour Cream Instead of Milk
Swap milk and butter for sour cream to make fluffier, non-burnt scrambled eggs. The acidic fat prevents drying and burning, yielding a silky texture.
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Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Canada after wildfire smoke from Ontario drifted into the US, calling the air 'poisoned' and demanding compensation.
Fish Finger Taste Test: M&S Beats Birds Eye
In a blind taste test of supermarket fish fingers, M&S scored 5/5, beating Birds Eye (4/5). Asda (3/5), Sainsbury's (2/5), and Tesco (4/5) were also tested. M&S won on flavour and texture despite being the most expensive at £2.50.
Welsh pub owner fears rain due to blocked culvert
Barbara Candlish, 79, owner of the Tredegar Arms Hotel in Rhymney, fears heavy rain will flood her property due to a blocked culvert on unregistered land, halting her B&B plans.
Scottish Charity Opens Kids' Operating Theatre in Pakistan
A Scottish charity has opened a new children's operating theatre in Pakistan's Azad Kashmir, expected to perform over 2,000 surgeries annually for a population of 400,000 children.
Molly-Mae's Fave Tatcha Cream Called 'Youth Potion' by Women 50+
Women over 50 are praising Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream, loved by Molly-Mae Hague, calling it a 'youth potion' that makes wrinkles disappear. The moisturiser has over 7,000 reviews and a 4.8-star rating.
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Tomatoes Fresh for 2 Weeks with Baking Soda and Vinegar Wash
Tomatoes can stay fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks if washed with baking soda and distilled vinegar before storage, according to a TikTok tip from user Aveon.
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