Global fashion brand Ted Baker is reportedly planning to close all of its stores within the next three weeks. Staff have been given just three weeks’ notice that they will lose their jobs when the shops close for good, according to reports from The Sun. The popular luxury brand went into administration last month, when […]
5 Chinese zodiac signs that will be the luckiest this week
In Chinese culture, the concept of luck is deeply intertwined with the zodiac and plays a significant role in daily life. Luck is a concept that encompasses fortune, prosperity, success, and general well-being, and something some of the 12 zodiac animals will experience more than others. Despite being the Year of the Wood Dragon, this […]
Remove grease from oven doors in ’10 minutes’ using 5p kitchen staple
Mrs Hinch fans have shared their go-to method for cleaning oven glass without leaving unsightly scratches. Ovens need to be deep cleaned every three months to keep them working efficiently, however, if you use your oven more frequently then you may need to clean it more often. Signs that your oven needs cleaning include unpleasant […]
Mum died after waiting eight hours in crowded A&E
A woman who had a seizure after waiting hours in a crowded A and E waiting room died of natural causes but NHS staff “missed opportunities” to diagnose a bleed on her brain, an inquest heard. Concluding the inquest on Thursday, Nottinghamshire coroner Elizabeth Didcock said Inga Rublite had a condition that had “likely been […]
Mary Berry shares secret to ‘moist’ lemon drizzle cake
Making a cake from scratch can feel like a gamble for those with little experience, but when it comes to the classics, Mary Berry has a tip for almost any bake. Her easy chocolate cake recipe swaps expensive dark chocolate for cocoa to enrich the flavour, and for lemon drizzle, she calls upon a common […]
Marks & Spencer’s packaway puffer jacket is ‘perfect for all seasons’
Marks and Spencer’s new ‘lightweight’ quilted puffer jacket is a hit with shoppers after arriving on the website earlier this week. The Feather and Down Quilted Packaway Puffer Jacket, retailing at £55, is already making waves among fashion-forward customers. Available in three chic shades – oyster white, black, and fern green – the jacket is […]
‘I transformed garden grass in one month with £4 product’
With summer in full swing across the UK, Brits are eager to get their gardens looking splendid for the season of BBQs and outdoor festivities. Scores of green-thumbed enthusiasts have been toiling away to ensure their lawns are lush for hosting gatherings under the sun. And one proud homeowner has taken to social media to […]
Wine expert says ‘common mistake’ of putting cork back in bottle ruins taste
A wine connoisseur has spilled the beans on a blunder we’re all guilty of when it comes to our beloved vino. The expert warns against re-corking your bottle, instead offering a clever hack to keep your wine in tip-top condition. The TikTok creator, who goes by @confidenceuncorked, is on a mission to keep your half-drunk […]
Monty Don shares plants you need to prune now to encourage ‘repeat-flowering’
Pruning helps to encourage vigorous growth as well as helps to control the shape of the plant or shrub. It aims to remove dead, diseased and damaged branches to promote healthy growth. According to gardening expert’s Monty Don’s latest blog, there are many things in the garden which need to be pruned before the end […]
Experts call for urgent action over petrol and diesel car ban with Labour plan rejected
AFP board member, Lorna McAtear warned manufacturers needed to “take a look” at the number of EV sales in recent years. She also stressed there were “too many hurdles” to get businesses ready within the next half a decade. Lorna said: “Fleets and the manufacturers that supply them need to take a real-world look at […]