National Trust Opens Historic Libraries To Public
National Trust opens historic libraries and allows visitors to sit on furniture in stately homes to create a more welcoming atmosphere.
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Pre-Bed Habit to Cool Down in Hot Weather
A sleep expert reveals a surprising trick to beat the heat: a lukewarm shower before bed helps the body cool naturally. Plus tips on bedding and sleep positions.
Common Habit That Causes Bathroom Mould
Long, hot showers may be causing bathroom mould. Learn how to prevent mould with shorter showers, ventilation, and drying bathmats and curtains.
£1.8bn NHS Hospital Plan on Greenbelt Sparks Fury
A £1.8bn NHS hospital rebuild on protected Greenbelt land in Surrey faces fierce opposition, with an MP warning of traffic chaos and hidden infrastructure costs that could make it 'another HS2'.
Baby Koala Joey at Florida Zoo's New Outback Habitat
A Florida zoo celebrates the first koala birth and a new Outback habitat opening, with a joey in its mother's pouch.
Chester Zoo's New Giraffe Kris Aims to Save His Species
Northern giraffe Kris arrives at Chester Zoo in a matchmaking bid to help save his endangered species, with fewer than 7,000 left in the wild.
I Make Jacket Potatoes Tastier by Coating Them in 1 Ingredient
Discover a simple method for crispy jacket potatoes without oil. Use fine sea salt after microwaving, then air fry for a perfect crunchy exterior and fluffy interior.
Social Media Ban: Saving Kids or Punishing Teens?
A psychiatrist supports the under-16 social media ban, but a 16-year-old argues it scolds teens without offering alternatives. Other readers propose regulating algorithms instead.
Cemetery Headstone Works Paused After Socketing Distress
Perth and Kinross Council halts gravestone stabilisation in Aberfeldy after headstones were buried so deep inscriptions became unreadable, causing distress to families.
Fruit Flies Repelled by Wine Cork in Fruit Bowl
Discover how placing a natural wine cork in your fruit bowl can deter fruit flies without using vinegar or harsh chemicals. Simple, effective, and eco-friendly.
East Kilbride School Launches Anti-Engine Idling Poster
Kirktonholme Primary in East Kilbride unveils an anti-engine idling poster created by a pupil, aiming to reduce pollution during school drop-off times as part of Clean Air Day.
Prince William Backs Regenerative Farm in Devon After Ascot Triumph
Prince William visited the Apricot Centre in Devon, a regenerative farm, hours after Princess Kate's return to Royal Ascot. He met a pig named Ginger Spice and tasted strawberries.
Donkey Rides Banned on UK Beach After Century-Long Tradition
A century-old tradition of donkey rides on Coney Beach in Porthcawl, Wales, has been permanently banned after the local council extended an animal ban to include all animals, ending the beloved attraction.
Egypt Unearths Aphrodite Head and Ancient Inscriptions
Egypt announces discoveries including a marble Aphrodite head, Roman basilica remains, and funerary furniture, aiming to boost tourism.
Hospice Staff Supported My Ill Daughter for 16 Years
Linsey Preston praises St Oswald's Hospice for supporting her daughter Gracie since she was eight weeks old with encephalitis. The hospice has been part of their lives for 16 years.
Mo Touré on Family's Refugee Journey and Socceroos Career
Socceroos striker Mo Touré recalls his family's harrowing refugee journey from war-torn Liberia to Australia, and how it shaped his football career.
Ben Shephard Announces Death of Robin Hood Tree on This Morning
Ben Shephard shared the sad news of the 1,200-year-old Major Oak's death on This Morning. The tree, linked to Robin Hood, failed to regenerate despite conservation efforts.
Muslim Council Issues Updated Mosque Safety Guidance
The Muslim Council of Britain has released an updated Mosque Safety and Security Guidance toolkit following a series of anti-Muslim incidents, including an axe and knife threat at Manchester Central Mosque.
Abandoned Welsh Village Reclaimed by Nature After 1927 Exodus
Talysarn in Gwynedd was abandoned in 1927 when 2,000 residents were relocated. Now its ruins are completely overgrown, attracting explorers and photographers.
Ex-Taliban Bomber Saved by Biology Class Shares Story
Maiwand Banayee, once brainwashed as a teen suicide bomber, credits a biology class with saving his life. He shares his escape from extremist ideology in his new book.
Young Adults Help Plant London Tree Ring for Biodiversity
Young adults with learning disabilities are helping plant the London Tree Ring, an ambitious project to create wildlife corridors around the capital, boosting biodiversity and green jobs.
Disclosure Day: Spielberg Misjudges Human Empathy
Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' is spectacular but assumes global outrage over alien abuse, ignoring real-world tolerance for violence against marginalized groups.
Judi Dench Backs Campaign to Protect London's Parks from Development
Dame Judi Dench backs campaign to protect London's parks from development, as CPRE London finds over 50 green spaces at risk.
Richmond Council's £1.5m Town Centre Revamp
Richmond Council has announced £1.5 million plans to transform the town centre with a new public square, play area, and greenery, aiming to boost footfall and enhance visitor experience.
Nearly 350 Americans Released from Coronavirus Quarantine in California
Nearly 350 Americans evacuated from Wuhan were released from quarantine in California after being medically cleared of coronavirus.
Millionaire Fined for Felling Cliff Trees for Illegal Pool
Millionaire fined for cutting down cliff trees to build illegal swimming pool without planning permission.
Health Minister 'Extremely Hopeful' Sniffer Dogs Will Detect Covid-19
UK health minister Lord Bethell is 'extremely hopeful' that sniffer dogs will detect Covid-19, following an 'exciting' trial by London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
One in Six Species at Risk of Extinction in Great Britain, Report Warns
State of Nature report finds 16% of UK species threatened, including turtle dove and hazel dormouse, with declines averaging 19% since 1970s.
Dog Owners Warned: Farmers Can Lawfully Shoot Pets on Dartmoor
Dartmoor dog owners warned farmers can lawfully shoot pets that worry livestock, as new legislation strengthens protections.
Bald Eagle Hatchlings Spotted in Chicago Park After 100 Years
Two bald eagle hatchlings spotted in Chicago park, first successful wild breeding in over a century.
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