Natalie King

Digital Production Editor at Reach PLC

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'I got a £100 haul from charity shop for just £33 using this little-known hack'

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Danielle Kate Wroe |Natalie King

A charity shop lover has shared the haul she got from a charity shop using a hack many may not know about - and she managed to bag over £100 worth of clothes for just £33A savvy shopper has revealed her incredible find at the British Heart Foundation in Manchester, where she scooped up a haul worth over £100 for a mere £33, despite most items being priced around £12.
Woman buys Too Good To Go bag for £5 and is wowed by what she gets

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Danielle Kate Wroe |Natalie King

Becky's Bazaar shared a video to TikTok of her picking up her £5 Too Good To Go bag from the West Cornish Pasty Company – and she was left gobsmacked by the contentsToo Good To Go bags are a hit for grabbing a variety of tasty, often freezer-friendly food at a bargain, all while helping to fight against food waste. Budget hunter Becky's Bazaar struck gold on her visit to the West Cornish Pasty Company, bagging an impressive haul for just £5.
'Busybody' neighbour knocks on woman's door over her 'tiny' driveway

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Natalie King |Jess Flaherty |Chris Marzella

A woman was stunned after her 'busybody' neighbour knocked on her door and threatened to call the council - all because she wanted to make a change to her driveway. A first-time homeowner has been left in a quandary over her driveway, thanks to her 'busybody' neighbour. The resident, who had been a council tenant for ten years, was over the moon to finally purchase a small terraced house. However, she quickly noticed an issue with her driveway upon moving in.
The unique Scottish airport where planes land on the beach

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Alice Sjöberg |Natalie King

Scotland is home to a one-of-a-kind airport that is the only runway in the world where planes land on the beach. Here's everything you need to know about itIf you're dreaming of a beach getaway, consider flying from this airport where you'll touch down directly onto the sands, bypassing the usual security and baggage claim hassle. For those yearning for a seaside escape, Barra Airport in Scotland's Outer Hebrides might just be your ideal destination.
Clever airport hack can get you to front of boarding gate every time

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Natalie King

A travel fan has shared her hack for getting near the front of the Ryanair queue – and it's all to do with finding out your gate number earlyNavigating the airport can be a nerve-wracking ordeal, and one of the most frantic moments is sprinting to the gate. The moment a gate number flashes up on the departure screens can trigger a stampede, as passengers race to claim prime position at the front of the boarding queue.
Clever reason dogs tilt their heads when you speak and it's not confusion

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Paige Freshwater |Natalie King

A dog owner asked why do dogs tilt their heads when you're speaking - and it turns out there's a scientific reason behind itSince dog owners can't chat with their furry friends using spoken language, they often turn to interpreting body language to understand their pets' thoughts and emotions. Yet, many are baffled by certain dog behaviours, such as why their pooch tilts its head when being spoken to about anything from dinner time to the day's activities.
Ryanair gives brutal two-word response to passenger who complained about seat

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Natalie King

When a bald man complained about his lack of a window at his "window seat", Ryanair had a brutal two-word response for him. It left plenty of people on social media laughingRyanair had a less than sympathetic response to a customer who complained that their 'window seat' didn't actually have a window. Radio host Dave Treacy was left less than impressed when he discovered his seat on a Ryanair flight was actually next to a solid cabin wall.
Gardener shares one tip for growing tastier strawberries this summer

2 weeks ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Alice Sjöberg |Natalie King

An expert gardener has shared his top tip for ensuring that strawberry plants yield tastier berries and also thrive during the summer monthsA gardening guru has revealed an unexpected tip for those growing strawberries - snip off the first blooms to encourage fuller berries and a stronger plant. It may seem counterintuitive, but there's sound reasoning behind this advice.
Pest controller reveals simple check that can stop ants 'invading your property'

2 weeks ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Natalie King

With the weather hotting up, you might have noticed more ants scurrying around your home. These little critters get busier in the summer as the heat leads to them breeding and foraging. They're on the hunt for food, moisture, and a cool spot, which could lead them straight into your house – not exactly a welcome sight for most of us. To fend off these tiny intruders, experts are dishing out advice.
Travel fan says you should ditch tourist hotspots and pick these less crowded gems

2 weeks ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Natalie King

While many Brits are drawn to the bustling cities of Paris, Barcelona and Santorini for their summer holidays, one travel enthusiast has suggested some less crowded alternatives. Major European cities in popular countries like France, Spain and Greece are typically packed with tourists in July. However, Emma, a travel content creator who balances her love for adventure with her 9 to 5 job, has highlighted some quieter European holiday spots for July.