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1 week ago | 
irishstar.com | Rudi Kinsella |Alex Evans
Air fryers have become the latest kitchen sensation, taking over from previous trends like slow cookers, particularly among time-strapped food enthusiasts - but they are not without risk. Not only are air fryers generally faster and more economical to operate than conventional ovens, but they also offer a healthier cooking alternative due to their ability to prepare meals with less oil – it's a triple win for users.
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chroniclelive.co.uk | Kathryn Riddell |Alex Evans |Rom Preston-Ellis
Some people aren't exactly fans of cats, particularly when they turn your garden into their personal litter box. Indeed, felines can wreak havoc in your outdoor space - they destroy seedlings, prey on birds and leave unsanitary messes scattered around your flowerbeds. If you're not a cat lover and you're fed up with discovering cat poo in your veg patch, you've likely tried everything from high-pitched 'cat scarers' to spritzing cat repellent liquids.
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1 week ago | 
mirror.co.uk | Rebecca Jones |Alex Evans |Alex Evans
Air fryers have become a well-loved kitchen appliance in recent years, but there are still some foods that you should avoid cooking in them as it can be dangerousAir fryers have taken the culinary world by storm, dethroning the once-beloved slow cookers and emerging as the go-to gadget for those short on time but big on flavour.
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1 week ago | 
chroniclelive.co.uk | Alex Evans |Alex Evans
Spring has finally sprung, and with the arrival of warmer weather and sunshine, garden birds like robins have been seen returning to bird feeders, tree branches and bird tables in significant numbers. UK gardens serve as a sanctuary for a variety of wildlife, and as the frosty, icy conditions give way to sunnier climes, an increasing number of garden birds are gracing our outdoor spaces - provided the right foods are made available.
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1 week ago | 
irishstar.com | Alex Evans |Alex Evans
Air fryers have rocketed to cult status in the kitchen, knocking slow cookers out of the limelight and becoming a lifeline for those in a time crunch. Fast, energy-efficient, and advocates of low-oil meals, they represent a trifecta in contemporary cooking, leaning towards health-conscious dining. However, despite their prowess, air fryers do have limitations; culinary experts caution that some foods simply don't achieve success in the elevated basket.
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1 week ago | 
irishstar.com | Alex Evans |Alex Evans
While bacon might not be ideal for healthy breakfasts, there's no denying its irresistible allure, especially on a lazy spring weekend. But what if you could enjoy your bacon fix without the guilt and hassle of frying? Enter microwave bacon – a quick, less greasy alternative that promises crispy slices in just 45 seconds. Though it may sound unconventional, food experts vouch for this method, ensuring perfect bacon is just a microwave beep away.
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1 week ago | 
dailyrecord.co.uk | Alex Evans |Fionnuala Boyle |Alex Evans
The government has urged all households to make sure they have a safety net in place - which includes stockpilingIn an unprecedented move, the UK government is urging households to load up their cupboards with essentials such as tinned grub, batteries, and bottled water. This call isn't just a hedge against potential global scuffles, but a broad-spectrum readiness drive for any sort of sizeable upheaval that might hit UK– think sweeping power cuts, dry taps, or unexpected weather events.
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walesonline.co.uk | Alex Evans |Bethany Gavaghan |Alex Evans
Those with savings of £3,500 or more are being warned that they could receive an unexpected tax bill from His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC). HMRC has the ability to automatically detect interest on savings generated by your bank account. If you exceed a certain threshold, you will automatically be sent a notice of an additional tax bill. This week marked the start of the new tax year 2025-2026 on Sunday, April 6.
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dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Alex Evans
People are being advised to have a stash of canned food at home because of two possible eventualitiesHouseholders were warned last week to stock up on Sunday roast essential tin foil and now they're being told to do the same thing with tinned food. And there's two good reasons that it makes sense to have a good supply of canned food in your house. The first reason is that Donald Trump's blitz on tariffs has caused a full-blown trade war and fears of price rises.
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2 weeks ago | 
dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Alex Evans
The price of tin foil is set to rise amid US President Donald Trump's tariff on aluminiumHouseholds who love a Sunday roast might want to consider stocking up on one essential item that helps them to make their favourite meal. Tin foil could rocket in price after US President Donald Trump kicked off a trade war with a wave of new tariffs. On April 2, Trump sparked a full blown trade war when he mandated a wave of tariffs to goods imported from almost every country, including the UK.
