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Jimmy and Hector, who have been up for adoption for more than two years. (Image: FACEBOOK/Miracle's Mission)The duo were saved from a grim, confined shelter with virtually no natural light, where they had been all but abandoned by the world beyond. The dogs, now approximately five years old, were discovered trapped in a tiny room with "four walls, no view, no air, and no life". They were rarely permitted outdoors until animal rescue organisation Miracle's Missions intervened to rescue them. READ MORE: 'I'm a crime scene cleaner - there's 1 rule we never break' READ MORE: Dog owners are only just learning the reason pets show them their bellies Rescue worker Emma expressed her distress at the dogs' ongoing battle to secure a home, revealing their ordeal hadn't ended after they were re...

Motoring specialists at Driving Test Success have highlighted that motorists can defrost their windscreens simply by switching on their vehicle's windscreen fan. Setting this to maximum will cause the ice to disappear rapidly, sparing drivers from standing outside in freezing conditions this winter.In a TikTok post, Driving Test Success explained that motorists can then reduce the fan to its regular setting once the windscreen has cleared. The video's text stated: "Frozen windscreen? Put the temperature on high. Put the front windscreen fan on max. The ice will start to melt from the heat. Wipe away excess water and return the fan to normal."The clip has garnered more than a thousand likes on TikTok, with numerous viewers applauding the straightforward advice.User 'samer' commented: "Wo...

Victoria Beckham Beauty is one of the most premium celebrity makeup brands out there, and that comes with premium prices. Luckily, thanks to a newly launched discovery set, the brand is giving curious shoppers the opportunity to try some of its bestsellers, including an eye pencil that customers say is "perfect for mature eyes".The brand's Discovery Collection Volume 1 is currently available for £65, and the star product is the popular Satin Kajal Liner, which retails for £33 on its own, reports the Mirror. There are also four minis, including two cleansers and two mascaras. Together, the five core items average out to £13 per product, making it an enticing option for anyone intrigued by the brand but unsure where to begin.Inside the box, shoppers will also find three luxury sample book...

Burnt cooking pots will sparkle like new if you clean them with two simple ingredients as part of a "tried and true method", it has been claimed. A common kitchen staple, the hard-wearing cast-iron pot is a "versatile" choice that allows home cooks to produce a range of hearty dishes, including beloved winter fare like stews and casseroles.Utilising this particular piece of cookware comes with a troublesome drawback; you might find that your culinary creations tend to burn to the bottom of the pot. Yet, cleaning this type of material will, of course, have to be done carefully, as you don't want to damage the enamel, particularly if you've spent a lot on our pot. This can prove to be a tricky task. A "tried and true method" for tackling this household chore lies before us, though, accord...

Shelley moved with her husband and daughter after becoming attracted by the cheaper prices and a more relaxed way of life (Image: Shelley Quijada/SWNS)A British family has escaped what they describe as "miserable" weather in the UK, relocating to Egypt where they're enjoying "365 days of sunshine" after purchasing a two-bedroom apartment with sea views and pool access for a mere £54,000. Shelley Quijada, 35, made the bold move to Sharm El Sheikh in October 2025 alongside her husband Luis, 39, and their 14-year-old daughter, drawn by the significantly lower cost of living and a more laid-back lifestyle.The Derby-based business coach and social media agency owner is now pocketing an impressive £887 monthly on household bills, with a further £260 saved on groceries each month. The pair hav...

The everyday household item is often overlooked in cleaning routines (Image: Getty)A common household item present in nearly every home has been identified as a hotspot for mould, mildew and trapped allergens — yet most people aren't cleaning it frequently enough.This everyday household item is often overlooked in cleaning routines, even though it's a high-traffic item used on a daily basis in homes across the nation.Built to soak up moisture and collect dirt, rugs, mats and runners are being sidelined in household cleaning schedules nationwide, even though they're amongst the most frequently-used items in any residence — and a breeding ground for mould.New research compiled from the Homeware Buyers Index by rug and mat manufacturer Kleen-Tex Home reveals that 62% of consumers fail to w...

The future Queen looked stunning in a striking red power suit by Alexander McQueen. According to fashion page @Remisagoodboy on X, Catherine paired the stunning suit with a new pair of Gianvito Rossi 105 heels in red and gold jewellery.Royal fans were more than impressed with Catherine’s eye-catching look and took to social media to praise her.One user chimed on X: “She slays.”Another one said: “I love this suit - the colour and cut.”A third one added: “Love her in red.”A fourth one commented: “She looks good in Red.”A fifth one opined: “Love seeing this gorgeous red AM suit again; it is one of my favourites. This is a perfect shade of red; is so beautifully clear & vivid. The POW looks fabulous.”The Princess said that her children play rugby at home and had the Red Roses in stitche...

When you get a pet, they truly become part of the family. And you want to give them the perfect name when you introduce them to your home - one that fits their personality. Here in the UK, some pet names are more popular than others. And now, the top names for our dogs and cats have been shared in new research. Interestingly, the most commonly chosen name for both dogs and cats is the same, and it's been very popular for many years.According to a new study by the pet insurance team at Go.Compare, Luna is the nation's most popular pet name. This is the fifth year in a row it has topped the list when it comes to cats, and this year, it overtook Bella as the most popular dog name. Other names that features in both lists are Teddy and Milo. Willow has entered the top 10 in the dog names lis...

Rita Ora for The NEW Performance Collection at Primark. (Image: Lola Banet / Primark)Brits swap jeans for gym gear: The rise of the workout wardrobeBrits are changing how they dress day to day, new research confirms, as activewear officially becomes a true wardrobe staple.Nearly half of Brits (46%) feel more confident in their workout gear than in any other outfit, cementing gym apparel as the nation’s everyday uniform, research from Primark has found. Six in ten (63%) now wear activewear beyond workouts, with many wearing gym clothes to run errands, go shopping in town or meet friends for coffee. Almost a quarter (23%) admit they wear activewear almost every day for non-fitness occasions, including the theatre, the office, and even on a first date.This shift reflects broader changes in...

A crime scene cleaner has revealed the one rule that can never be broken when dealing with theworst moments of people’s lives.  The woman, who has worked in the role for several months, explained that she is often called in to clean up tragic scenes after police have completed  their forensic investigations.  She shared her experiences in a Reddit post, offering a rare insight into the realities of the job.She wrote: "I’ve been working as a crime scene cleaner for a few months now and I’ve seen a wide variety of cases - from cleaning someone’s boiled remains out of a hot tub, to having to completely rip up people’s homes because a body had been left to decompose there for too long." Alongside her cleaning work, she also volunteers at a coroner’s office, assisting with autopsies.When ask...