A festive NHS fundraiser saw volunteers collect and recycle 80 real Christmas trees, raising £1,413 for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity. The trees were donated to local animal rescue centres.
February 2026 promises a dazzling array of astronomical phenomena for UK stargazers, from the brilliant Snow Moon to a rare six-planet alignment. Discover the key dates and how to witness these cosmic wonders.
Households across England and Wales face a £33 annual water bill increase this April, sparking a 50% rise in complaints. Financial expert Laura Pomfret advises checking eligibility for discounts and social tariffs.
McDonald's launches eight new menu items today, featuring a limited-time Friends collaboration with collectible meals, new wraps, desserts, and returning favourites like the Philly Cheese Stack.
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UK households face a 5.6% water bill increase from April 2026, adding £33.60 annually. Experts share practical water-saving strategies to help manage costs.
Households will receive automatic £40 payments if smart meter installations face delays or failures under new Ofgem regulations affecting major energy suppliers from February.
Birmingham Mail invites readers to vote for their favourite Chinese restaurant ahead of Lunar New Year 2026 celebrations, featuring free family events across the city.
Krispy Kreme confirms the return of the Strawberry Gloss donut, a cult favourite from the 2000s, for a limited time starting February 7, alongside a special lip gloss edition.
Marks & Spencer's limited edition Speckled Egg cookies have created a nationwide shopping frenzy, with scenes of customers queuing in bakery aisles across the West Midlands and beyond.
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Northumberland Wildlife Trust volunteers construct over 100 nesting boxes for red-listed tree sparrows at two nature reserves, aiming to reverse a 93% population decline since 1970.
McDonald's launches a brand-new menu featuring an exclusive Friends TV show collaboration, new wraps, burgers, desserts, and a doughnut latte, with prices and details.
Birmingham City Council proposes a new bus gate at Dartmouth Middleway junction to reduce harmful nitrogen dioxide pollution and congestion, targeting improved air quality near schools and universities.
Discover Mary Berry's brilliant beef casserole recipe with ginger, paprika and horseradish for deep, satisfying flavours that melt in your mouth.
New research reveals 71% of London councils rely heavily on diesel vehicles, with calls for urgent transition to cleaner alternatives to improve air quality.
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A popular DrewandCole 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer has been reduced from £79.99 to £31.50 at Yimbly, offering significant savings on energy bills compared to traditional ovens.
Foster's lager reduces alcohol from 3.7% to 3.4% ABV as UK alcohol duty rises by 3.66%, increasing prices across wine and spirits.
Discover five romantic plants with heart-shaped leaves and flowers that offer longer-lasting alternatives to traditional Valentine's bouquets, including care tips and UK prices.
A colossal illegal waste dump, estimated at 21,000 tonnes, has been uncovered near Kidlington, Oxfordshire, prompting arrests and a multi-million pound clean-up operation.
British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo and Octopus advise households to switch to 30°C laundry cycles, as research reveals washer-dryers cost over £200 annually to run.
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Explore Pancake Day traditions, classic recipes, and healthier alternatives for Shrove Tuesday. Discover British, French, and American styles plus gut-health and protein options.
An 18-month scientific study identifies simple, cost-free adjustments to heating systems that can reduce household energy consumption by 12%, offering relief amid winter bill concerns.
Residents on Navigation Drive in Kings Norton report bins haven't been collected since Christmas, with rubbish piles growing daily and fears of rat infestations mounting.
Dunelm's £20 artificial hanging basket with pastel flowers transforms gardens with realistic, maintenance-free colour, praised in reviews for quality and durability.
UK households face new bin collection rules from March 31, requiring four separate bins for waste, recycling, and food waste, with fines up to £80 for non-compliance under the national 'Simpler Recycling' scheme.
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Discover how heated airers like the Speedi Dry Tower XL provide energy-efficient drying for up to 15kg of laundry, offering a practical alternative to tumble dryers during damp winter months.
Millions of UK households are overpaying on energy bills by staying on standard variable rates. Switching to a fixed-rate deal could save up to £851 annually.
Chester Zoo celebrates the first successful breeding of Surinam toads, named after Alien film characters due to their unique reproductive process where young develop under the female's skin.
Gardening expert warns that using oats as natural fertiliser may attract rodents, with cooked oats acting like an alarm bell to pests. Learn safe composting methods.
British Gas shares five practical energy-saving instructions that could save UK households up to £259 annually on their energy bills, despite recent customer service criticism.
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Wildlife Trusts experts recommend leaving leaf piles and wood debris in gardens to attract insects, providing vital winter food for robins, blue tits and wrens.
