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How to limit damage when watering plants - avoid pouring from above
While it may seem intuitive to shower your plants with water from above, doing so can result in several negative consequences, reports Sophie Harris
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Around 40% of house sellers ‘shaving over 5% off asking prices to achieve a sale’ as market gloom continues
The UK housing market is witnessing a challenging period as rising mortgage rates impact house sellers, who are being forced to offer substantial discounts to attract buyers
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Daily Cuppa and Quiz: June 29, 2023
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DWP: 'Bumper' state pension boost could arrive next year due to inflation, says finance expert
The triple lock is calculated using September's inflation rate, and it's forecast to stay around 7 per cent this autumn, writes Vicky Shaw, PA
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Five things to know before letting your property to holidaymakers
Before you buy your holiday home, the first thing holiday homeowners recommend is taking time to think about how you want your guests to feel during their stay - this article contains affiliate links
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Water bills may rise by 40% to cover sewage spill repairs and climate change
The increase could be announced in 2024, with the average bill rising to £680 a year, writes Neil Shaw
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How to ensure your roses bloom year after year - from pruning to fertiliser
Roses feature prominently in many people's gardens, but these delicate flowers require extra care to keep them thriving, writes Sophie Harris
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Dad whose voice box was removed due to cancer gives speech at daughter’s wedding after learning to talk again
Despite undergoing regular inspections and radiotherapy, John had to get his voice box removed in order to get rid of the cancer in his vocal cords
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Daily Cuppa and Quiz: June 28, 2023
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What can you do if you’re worried about paying your mortgage or rent?
With a significant number of fixed-rate deals set to expire in the coming months, homeowners need to prepare for potentially higher monthly bills
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Woman tragically diagnosed with cancer a second time just before all-clear celebration
Abi Galatia said she had childhood 'warning dreams' telling her she would get cancer, writes Tom Campbell, PA
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Three more days of rail strikes announced in July as passengers face more travel chaos
As tensions mount and negotiations remain elusive, train operators have urged the union to present the latest pay offer to its members, calling the strike action "totally unnecessary"