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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has posted an online warning, alerting people to watch out for an "invisible danger" that could cause you to feel unwell. So if you have a headache or feel sick, you may not be coming down with the cold at all, but rather "carbon monoxide poisoning". Talking to X, the official agency said that there are four things people across the UK should be doing, whether they live in a flat, house or bungalow. It writes: "Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless gas that you cannot see, smell or taste - but it can kill. Make sure you understand the symptoms, learn who is most at risk, get fuel-burning appliances checked and get a CO alarm."As temperatures drop, we close windows and turn on heating. But this can let that invisible threat, carbon monoxide...

A Golden Retriever puppy left his owner in tears after she discovered why he kept choosing to sleep in the same location within their home.Eight-week-old Humphrey initially left Lily puzzled by his insistence on repeatedly dozing beneath her living room's TV cabinet. "He did this for the first few days with us and we didn't know why," Lily disclosed in a TikTok post.However, she explained she subsequently "made a connection" which "makes so much more sense". The Golden Retriever owner then posted a throwback photograph featuring a newborn Humphrey alongside his siblings, which seemed to provide an answer.The image depicted the young dogs all nestled together in a comparable environment at their breeder's residence, sound asleep and sheltered by a similar type of structure. "I wonder if ...

Aldi has announced a pay rise for thousands of staff across the country, making it the UK's best-paying supermarket. From April 1, store assistants at the German discount retailer will earn £13.50 per hour nationally and £14.88 inside the M25.These rates rise to £14.47 and £15.20 respectively, based on length of service. The increase will benefit more than 28,000 hourly paid store colleagues and is the second pay rise for Aldi teams this year. The supermarket’s new rates exceed those of all other supermarkets in the UK, including Lidl, Tesco, M&S and Waitrose.Aldi is also the only major supermarket to offer paid breaks to all colleagues — a benefit worth approximately £1,500 per year to the average store colleague.It comes after an announcement in January of enhanced pay rates and e...

Dogs develop expectations founded on time-related routines, neighbourhood sound patterns, lighting variations and movement within the property (Image: Sally Anscombe via Getty Images)A common experience for countless dog owners involves returning to their road, opening the front door, and being met by their pet as though they somehow predicted their homecoming. While many believe it's purely devotion or acute hearing, specialists suggest the reasoning is more intricate and remarkably scientific. Based on animal behaviour studies, dogs don't merely depend on sound. They are exceptionally sensitive to routine, minor environmental signals, and even fluctuations in scent concentrations within the household.Chris Maxted, director of British dog safety gate company Dog-G8, explains the behavi...

The clocks change next month (Image: Getty)Many Britons eagerly anticipate the end of dark mornings and evenings, which typically signals the arrival of milder weather. Whilst the darker, cold nights might suit the winter festive period, once they've passed, the countdown begins for spring and summer, bringing extended days and, with any luck, sunshine.The most significant shift occurs when the clocks change, moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to British Summer Time. This year, it takes place on March 29, with clocks staying that way until October 25 when they'll revert to GMT. However, there's also a four-minute rule that will see evenings become lighter throughout March. This means that by the end of the month, it won't simply be the additional hour of daylight that people will be ...

Many of us are consistently chasing plumper-looking skin with a gorgeous, sculpted appearance - especially in the winter. While some solutions and formulas that 'work' are quite the investment, luxury beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury has reduced the cost of a skincare set that is said to make skin 'glow'.The 'Charlotte's Icon Magic Mini Set', which the brand claims is worth £70, would usually set shoppers back £48 but has now been reduced to £33.60.Containing the brand's 'award winning face serum and moisturiser', the Charlotte Tilbury mini skincare gift set also features an 'exclusive, limited-edition white quartz gua sha'.The collection comprises two mini skincare essentials 'adored by celebrities, facialists and dermatologists' - the award-winning moisturiser Charlotte's Magic Cream an...

One extraordinary town has been dubbed one of the "best seaside towns" in Britain owing to its captivating coastal charm, despite not actually sitting beside the sea. Dartmouth is a stunning town in Devon, England, nestled alongside the River Dart which flows into the English Channel.It is celebrated for its gorgeous pastel-coloured properties lining the waterfront, which buzzes with activity as boats sail by. It has been highlighted as one of the UK's "best staycation ideas" by CN Traveller, and has recently been crowned one of England's "best seaside towns" by Time Out, despite having no beach to speak of. The coast is a few miles away from the pretty riverside town of Dartmouth, however the aura of the place does still have a seaside-like vibe.  READ MORE: I visited Victorian-era to...

A stylish coat is a must for the changing weather, and with February coming to an end in less than two weeks, we can only hope to put away our raincoats soon. If you're after a stylish and warm coat to take you through spring, we've spotted one in the Roman sale that has nearly half off.The retailer is hosting a massive sale across all categories, and it's a great time to shop for some transition pieces, from versatile dresses and jumpers to denim and outerwear. One of the best deals I've spotted is on a belted coat that's perfect for the coming months. The Premium Belted Smart Coat is 46% off, bringing its price down from £89 to £48, saving shoppers nearly half price. And shoppers can get it for even cheaper by using the code EXTRA at checkout, shaving off another 15% and bringing the ...

A jumper dress is a versatile addition to any wardrobe as it works as a quick and easy outfit that still looks put together. At Roman, this Camel Colour Block Knit Dress is gaining praise for being comfortable as well as making wearers look and feel good. A colour blocking pattern is a stylist tip, using contrasting colours and shapes to sculpt, lengthen, and define the body's silhouette. The dress, which is on sale for £40 down from £45, utilises exactly this, with a print that creates a very flattering finish. Shoppers can wear the item as it comes, but those that want to cinch the waist in even further could pair the piece with a belt. It can be worn with tights and boots while the weather is still cold, transitioning to bare legs as we enter into spring. Jumpers dresses make such a ...

We're all searching for methods to cut costs on household necessities. One woman impressed her followers on social media by revealing how she bought an entire week's worth of groceries for her family of four at an unbelievable price.The woman, known as frugal866 on TikTok, where she boasts more than 31,000 followers, frequently shares budget-friendly advice, and recently shared a clip of herself completing her weekly shop at a branch of Asda, illustrating her cost-cutting strategies. She kept her costs down by picking the most affordable options available, whilst also checking the reduced section. Every item she chose came from Asda's budget Just Essentials range, and featured numerous products that could create multiple meals, reports the Mirror.Stick of garlic breadCheese and tomato s...