Baking soda removes stubborn mug stains in under 10 minutes
Tannins in tea and coffee cause brown mug stains. Baking soda, a common kitchen item, breaks down the bond and scrubs the stain away in five minutes.
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AI misuse tops corporate reputation risks, survey finds
AI misuse is the top reputational threat to companies, surpassing child safety and Iran war issues, a survey of over 150 public affairs leaders finds.
Five-minute rule ends big weekend cleaning marathons
A simple five-minute rule has replaced marathon weekend cleaning sessions, helping one writer maintain a tidy home every day without specialist products or hours of scrubbing.
Most Brits learn practical life skills outside school, poll finds
A poll of 2,000 adults found 53% rely on self-taught knowledge for practical everyday life, with 67% saying the most useful skills were learned outside the classroom.
Nerds 'straight-up hot' on dating sites, poll finds
A poll of 1,000 adults by learning app Nibble found 83% view being called a nerd as a compliment, with 58% saying geeky knowledge on a date is 'straight-up hot'.
US households now own more kittens than puppies for first time
For the first time since tracking began, more US households own kittens than puppies, with the ratio now at 1:0.94, according to Packaged Facts.
UK population growth slowest in 30 years as areas shrink
UK population growth fell to 0.33% in mid-2025, the slowest in nearly 30 years, with 104 council areas recording a decline, new ONS figures show.
Ukraine strikes knock out over half of Russia's oil refining
Ukraine's long-range strikes have taken more than 51% of Russia's oil refining capacity offline, a significant blow to Moscow's economy and war effort, according to Ukrainian Defence Minister Yevhenii Khmara.
Woman's 5-minute hack melts extractor fan grease with £2 product
A woman cleaned her extractor fan filters in five minutes using Elbow Grease spray, calling the £2 product a 'kitchen essential' after removing a year's worth of grease.
Air fryer now UK's most-used cooking appliance, poll finds
A poll of 2,000 adults found 64% use their air fryer more than their conventional cooker, with faster cooking times and energy efficiency driving adoption across the UK.
UK Driving Faux Pas: 88% of Motorists Must Stop This Now
After three weeks driving in France, Richard Madeley says French drivers are more considerate. A new survey reveals 88% of UK motorists admit committing driving sins they criticise in others.
Hegseth gives Musk and Luckey Pentagon warfare roles
Pete Hegseth has appointed Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey to Project Meridian, a Pentagon advisory project on future warfare, raising conflict-of-interest concerns due to their defense contracts and campaign donations.
US adds only 29,000 jobs in September, far below forecasts
The US economy added just 29,000 jobs in September, far below the 90,000 expected, with downward revisions for July and August.
Add Mirror Sport as Preferred Source on Google
UK Google users can now select Mirror Sport as a preferred source to get Premier League, boxing, tennis and F1 news first. Follow two simple steps.
Fabric Softener DIY Keeps Floors Dust-Free Longer
A few drops of fabric softener diluted in warm water can neutralise static and repel dust, so floors stay cleaner longer without daily vacuuming.
Healthier lifestyles reshape Europe's drink market, Circana finds
Drink sales across Europe's six biggest grocery markets rose 2.9% last year, but alcohol spending fell 0.8% while low- and no-alcohol alternatives grew 7.3%, according to Circana.
Add a towel to your tumble dryer to stop bed sheets tangling
Adding a dry, clean towel to the tumble dryer with bed sheets prevents tangling, increases airflow and speeds up drying time, according to Whirlpool experts.
44,000 file legal objections to Palantir NHS data platform
More than 44,000 people have filed legal objections to their health data being handled by the Palantir-powered Federated Data Platform, demanding NHS England blocks its use.
Mum who lost half her body weight after getting winded with kids
Tatiana Caso, who weighed 16st 7lb, dropped to 8st 1lb after getting winded playing with her children. She now lifts weights five days a week.
Man Utd data chief key to Michael Carrick sack decision
Manchester United sit 12th after five Premier League games, but advanced analytics from ex-F1 data chief Michael Sansoni may shape Michael Carrick's future at Old Trafford.
Andy Burnham's £27 VAT rule change for EV drivers
From October 1, domestic VAT on electricity drops from 5% to 0%, saving home-charging EV owners up to £27 a year, but public charger users still pay 20%.
Tesla drivers top list of Britain's biggest driving hypocrites
Tesla drivers are Britain's biggest driving hypocrites, with 88% admitting to doing things they complain about, a poll of 2,008 motorists for GoShorty found.
Premier League finds Man City guilty of financial breaches
Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to serious breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules over a nine-season period.
Campaign AI spending hits $17m in disclosed federal costs
New FEC data shows US federal campaigns spent at least $17m on AI vendors since 2020, with OpenAI, Anthropic, and specialized tools leading.
Fast starts rare path to Premier League title, data shows
Manchester City have won their opening five Premier League games, but history shows only 29% of teams with such starts have won the title. Data from Opta Analyst reveals the trend.
Man Utd data chief key in Carrick sack decision
Manchester United are 12th after five games, but data chief Michael Sansoni's stats suggest fine margins, not poor performance, are behind the slump, supporting Michael Carrick.
Royal Mint Reveals Cluedo 50p Coins With £2,000 Gold Prize
The Royal Mint has launched Cluedo 50p coins, with a competition offering a gold coin worth over £2,000 to those who solve three clues.
Digital Gardens: How Online Lives Are Driving Us Insane
Our lives and identities have moved online, creating a serf culture where we serve social media. The ultimate status symbol is now privacy and walking back to real life.
Readers Debate Doomsday Stockpiling Advice
Metro readers react to government advice on stocking up for catastrophes, with opinions ranging from common sense to scepticism about affordability.
2027 Home Trends: 3 Biggest Interior Design Updates
Discover the top 3 home trends for 2027, from the return of the kitchen hatch to richer colour palettes and the 'high-low' hack, as predicted by design historian Professor Deborah Sugg Ryan.
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