Self-Watering Planters Offer Water-Saving Solution Amid UK Hosepipe Bans
Self-watering planters from Lechuza use up to 80% less water, offering a smart gardening solution during UK hosepipe bans.
Self-watering planters from Lechuza use up to 80% less water, offering a smart gardening solution during UK hosepipe bans.
Russia's Novosibirsk region declares emergency over cattle disease outbreaks, sparking protests from small farmers facing forced culls.
Soraya, a two-month-old puppy with rare green-blue eyes, was abandoned in a cardboard box next to a bin. She and her siblings were rescued and now seek forever homes through Greek Stray ResQ.
A campaigner says the cost of being disabled is 'overwhelming', comparing it to a second mortgage. She calls for companion travel passes on public transport.
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RecommendedPam Tait from Carluke has won the Pioneering Award at the Heart of Pet Blood Bank Awards for her work in promoting dog blood donation, with her dogs making 46 donations.
Mary Aitken, 87, rode a horse for the first time thanks to Airthrey Care Home's Wishing Well initiative and Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA.
The new natural history GCSE in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will teach students about biodiversity, climate change, and include 20 hours of fieldwork, with a focus on accessible green spaces.
Nasturtiums come in cheerful colors, thrive in poor soil, self-seed for years, and are entirely edible. Sow now for blooms until November.
Gardeners can protect strawberry crops from slugs using sheep wool. The rough texture and lanolin naturally deter pests while benefiting plant health.
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RecommendedNHS Ayrshire & Arran celebrates Volunteers' Week, honoring over 200 volunteers who support hospital services, bringing compassion and kindness to patients and staff.
Nutritionist Madinah Yate urges shoppers to ignore egg carton marketing and check the number stamp on eggs themselves for true quality and welfare information.
South Ayrshire's golf courses see rising memberships and income, but councillors question financial sustainability, weather impact, and staffing shortages.
North Lanarkshire Council introduces £80 charge for special uplifts of items containing Persistent Organic Pollutants from October 1, due to increased disposal costs.
Learn how to kill garden ivy naturally using white vinegar. This simple method works in five days without harsh chemicals, according to gardening experts.
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RecommendedEnglish ivy can be a nuisance, but a common household item like white vinegar can eliminate it naturally in about five days without harmful chemicals.
Nottingham City Council canceled a children's snail race after animal rights activists argued picking up snails could harm them, leaving locals shocked.
Bridgemere Garden Centre in Nantwich, Cheshire, is the UK's largest garden centre, featuring 3,000 plant species, six show gardens, a restaurant, and a soft play area.
Prawns and shrimp are both crustaceans used in cooking, but they are completely different animals. Learn the key differences in biology and habitat.
Discover the key differences between prawns and shrimp, from biological classification to habitat and reproduction. Learn why they are not the same despite similar appearance.
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RecommendedMould on windowsills is a persistent problem in British homes. Experts reveal a simple, budget-friendly solution using kitchen roll and bleach to banish it.
Garden patios can be cleared of moss using bicarbonate of soda. This common kitchen ingredient kills moss by altering pH and dehydrating it. Simple application steps included.
A Slimming World group in Eaglesham has helped members lose 1,981lbs since September 2025, earning top success status. New 5.30pm session added to meet demand.
Mould is a persistent problem in UK homes. Experts reveal a simple, cheap method using bleach and kitchen roll to remove it from windowsills.
North Lanarkshire Council approves six strategic projects to improve services, support families, and create better opportunities, focusing on prevention and innovation.
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RecommendedPerth Show chairman Jock Wilkie appeals for new directors with business, trade, or legal experience to join the board as the event prepares for its 164th edition.
Energy UK proposes using £1.5bn of existing Warm Homes Plan funding to create an Energy Upgrade Grant, saving 250,000 low-income households £620 a year.
Gardening expert Monty Don says rocket is the easiest crop to grow at home. As a cut-and-come-again plant, it provides fresh salad for free, reducing food bills.
Gardening expert Monty Don says rocket is the easiest crop to grow at home. As a cut-and-come-again plant, it can keep providing fresh salad for free, cutting your food bill.
A vet with over a decade of experience lists the nine dog breeds she would choose to own, highlighting their unique traits and suitability for most owners.
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RecommendedExperts recommend placing coffee grounds near windows to deter ants this summer. The strong aroma overwhelms pests' senses, keeping them out naturally.