Page 27 - News

Person cleaning bathroom mirror with spray bottle and cloth, stack of colourful towels on countertop nearby

How to Clean a Bathroom Mirror with Diluted Vinegar

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

After a hot shower, it is common to find the bathroom mirror covered with tiny marks, droplets and residue that...

Person applying topical cream to knee with cycling shorts, hat, and water bottle on bed nearby in sunlit room

How to prevent thigh chafing on long walks in hot weather

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Heat, sweat and a long walk can combine to make thigh contact feel painfully sore. Chafing develops when repeated rubbing...

Man in grey t-shirt raising a window blind in a bright room with a fan and gloves on the table.

How to Keep a House That Gets Too Hot Cooler

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

A house that gets too hot during the day does not retain heat simply because the outdoor air is warm....

Young woman with curly hair using a hairbrush in front of a bathroom mirror with natural light.

Combing Your Hair Before or After a Shower

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Combing your hair before or after a shower does not have to follow one fixed rule. The most suitable time...

Woman gardening in raised bed with fresh tomatoes and chickens in sunny backyard garden.

Chicken Manure as Fertiliser: The Natural Garden Secret

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Anyone keeping a few chickens in the garden gets more than fresh eggs. Behind the scenes, a fertiliser is quietly...

Hand holding a white magnetic bottle cap used to organise paperclips on a wooden desk with other coloured caps nearby.

How to Reuse a Plastic Stopper for Simple Organisation

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

A plastic stopper may seem too small to be useful once it has been removed from its packaging, yet its...

Young person training a tabby cat on a wooden table in a sunlit living room.

7 mistakes when interpreting cat behaviour

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Cats are often associated with independence and an ability to look after themselves. However, this trait can mean that important...

Young woman holding a notebook and coffee cup with a camera around her neck walking on a city sidewalk.

5 tips to break out of autopilot and come back with a good story to tell

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Between commitments, screens and tasks repeated every day, it is easy to slip into autopilot. It is also common to...

Person holding white powder over a white bathroom sink with a box of Natron sodium bicarbonate nearby.

Bad Smell from the Bathroom Drain: Causes and Maintenance

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

A bad smell from the bathroom drain can develop even if the rest of the room is clean. Soap residue,...

Hand placing a garlic bulb in soil next to a potted pink rose plant on a wooden table outdoors.

Burying Garlic Cloves in a Rose Pot: Does It Work?

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Burying garlic cloves in a rose pot is a gardening method used in an attempt to deter aphids and lessen...

Smartphone showing Wi-Fi symbol beside a wireless router, laptop with video call, and person working in the background.

How to use an old Android phone as a Wi-Fi repeater

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

An old Android phone can take on a second role when the router’s signal does not reach every room properly....

Woman in a bathroom applying cream from a jar, with towels, a comb, and a plant in the background.

Coconut Oil Pre-Poo: Use Less Hair Mask After Shampooing

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Applying coconut oil to your hair before you even open the shampoo may seem like the opposite of a proper...

Woman cutting white fabric with floral embroidery on a wooden table surrounded by sewing supplies in a sunlit room.

Upcycling Old Embroidered Bed Sheets: The Simple Trick

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

With one simple trick, they can become real eye-catchers. Many people know the situation: a neatly folded pile of old,...

Woman in warm clothing harvesting frosted kale leaves in a garden at sunrise with a basket and gardening tools nearby.

Sow White Mustard in February for Fertile Beds in April

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Many amateur gardeners leave their beds bare in late winter, patiently waiting for the “official” start in March or April....

Person sewing a blue IKEA bag on a wooden table with sewing supplies and seashells nearby.

Don’t throw it away: the blue IKEA classic can do more in 2026 than carry shopping

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Don’t throw it away: in 2026, the blue classic can be used for far more than carrying shopping. The distinctive...

Boy on a ladder hanging a birdhouse in a tree while a cat sits on rocks in a sunny garden.

Protect Young Birds in the Garden Without Banning Your Cat

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Many people adore their pet cat while also enjoying the colourful activity around bird feeders and hedgerows. Yet as soon...

Person in backyard using binoculars to observe a large wasp nest under the house eaves near a ladder.

Asian Hornets: Spot Mini-Nests Around Homes and Garden Sheds Early

Harriet Wainwright • September 5, 2026

Between the first mild days of February and late spring, Asian hornets can build inconspicuous mini-nests directly on homes and...

Person placing a log into a lit wood-burning stove next to a large stack of split firewood.

Save firewood with a wood-burning stove and wood heating

Harriet Wainwright • September 4, 2026

Anyone who uses a wood-burning stove or wood heating system wisely can make noticeable savings on firewood without giving up...

Mature woman with grey hair smiling while brushing her hair in front of a mirror at a salon.

How a Haircut Can Help You Embrace Grey Hair

Harriet Wainwright • September 4, 2026

Choosing to embrace grey hair may sound straightforward, yet moving from previously coloured hair to natural strands often takes patience....

Hands placing a magazine titled "Riaíty" on a wooden hanger on a beige wall next to a table with a vase.

How to Turn an Unused Wooden Hanger into a Book Holder

Harriet Wainwright • September 4, 2026

An unused wooden hanger need not remain forgotten at the back of a wardrobe. With a straightforward alteration, it can...

Person lifting lid off a steaming metal pot on a gas stove in a sunlit kitchen with spices on the counter.

What happens when you boil bay leaves, cinnamon and cloves at home?

Harriet Wainwright • September 4, 2026

Boiling bay leaves, cinnamon and cloves in a pan is a household trick mainly used to scent the home without...