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The shower curtain habit that makes black mould appear in days – and the 5‑second fix after every wash
Thomas Wilkins
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By Friday night, the curtain looked fine. A quick wipe of the sink, a spritz of air freshener, door closed,...
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After 65: geriatricians explain the 3 chair exercises that protect hips better than long walks
Thomas Wilkins
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You notice it most when you stand up after a long cup of tea. Your step counter is delighted: ten...
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Why putting your laptop on a duvet is a disaster for its lifespan – and the cooling stand alternative IT pros use at home
Thomas Wilkins
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You balance the laptop on your knees, duvet tucked round your legs, Netflix in one tab, work in another. The...
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The freezer shelf mistake that causes ice build‑up and sends energy bills soaring, according to technicians
Thomas Wilkins
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You chip away at the iceberg lurking at the back of the freezer, fingers going numb, drawers wedged open with...
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Why your dog barks more in autumn evenings – and the simple lighting tweak behaviourists recommend
Thomas Wilkins
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The first chill evening usually sneaks up on you. One week you’re still walking the dog in a T‑shirt; the...
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After 50: nutritionists share the one soup addition that turns a light meal into real muscle support
Thomas Wilkins
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You stand at the hob, spoon in hand, watching steam rise from a pan of vegetable soup. It smells wholesome...
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Your child’s old games console might be worth hundreds: collectors reveal the model numbers to look for in the loft
Thomas Wilkins
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It usually starts with the thud. You’re in the loft looking for Christmas decorations, standing on a wobbly chair you...
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Is your bottled water quietly ageing your teeth? Dentists reveal what to check on the label
Thomas Wilkins
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The first time a dentist asked to see my water bottle, the room went quiet. No fizzy cola, no energy...
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The one thing you should always do before putting leftovers in plastic tubs to avoid hidden chemicals, say food scientists
Thomas Wilkins
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The pan is still sizzling, the kitchen smells brilliant, your third portion of pasta bake is already earmarked as “tomorrow’s...
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Why folding jumpers instead of hanging them can add years to their life, according to knitwear experts
Thomas Wilkins
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The first time you notice it, it’s already too late. Your favourite navy jumper, the one that made even rushed...
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The old‑fashioned airing trick that keeps wardrobes from smelling musty without dehumidifiers
Thomas Wilkins
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You open the wardrobe, hunting for a favourite jumper, and the smell reaches you first: a flat, stale, vaguely damp...
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Why gardeners put a tile under terracotta pots before winter – and how it prevents deadly root rot
Thomas Wilkins
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The first frost hadn’t even landed when the rosemary gave up. One week it was a sturdy green fountain in...
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No vinegar, no lemon: the unexpected drink that polishes stainless steel sinks to a showroom shine
Thomas Wilkins
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The taps gleamed; the sink did not. Under the strip light, yesterday’s “clean” stainless steel looked tired – a haze...
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The £3 stationery item dermatologists say protects hands from winter cracks better than thick creams
Thomas Wilkins
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Cold morning, bus stop, bare hands. You scroll, you grip a shopping bag, and there it is: that sharp, papery...
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Why advisers say many over‑55s should delay cashing in their pension lump sum – and what to consider first
Thomas Wilkins
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On a grey Thursday in Manchester, Linda opened her banking app and saw the advert again: “Over 55? Take £30,000...
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The slow cooker habit that chefs say is ruining your stews – and the one tweak that makes meat fall‑apart tender
Thomas Wilkins
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You know that moment when you walk in the door, the house smells incredible, you lift the lid on the...
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The thermostat “boost button” mistake that turns cheap heating into the most expensive setting in the house
Thomas Wilkins
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The living room feels colder than it looked on the weather app. You shrug on a hoodie, pad over to...
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No fancy sprays: the two‑cloth method hotel staff use to make bathroom mirrors stay fog‑free for longer
Thomas Wilkins
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Steam curled up from the hotel shower like it always does at home, wrapping the room in mist. Yet when...