The DIY Dilemma: Savings, Self-Discovery, and the Risks of Going It Alone
Homeowners are increasingly turning to DIY projects to save money and boost confidence, but experts warn that underestimating risks can lead to costly, dangerous mistakes.
Homeowners are increasingly turning to DIY projects to save money and boost confidence, but experts warn that underestimating risks can lead to costly, dangerous mistakes.
A lighthearted BBC Breakfast segment on using googly eyes to deter seagulls went viral this morning, highlighting a legitimate study from the University of Exeter regarding bird predator-aversion. Presenters struggled to remain professional as they explored the unconventional, yet scientifically backed, method.
Chapelside Primary in Airdrie has been named Scotland's top primary school in the 2026 Sunday Times league table, lauded for its academic turnaround in a high-deprivation community.
St Kilda player Lance Collard is under investigation by the AFL for an alleged homophobic slur made during a VFL match, his second such incident since 2024.
Ruben Chorlton-Owen, 24, is speaking out about his experience with the rare hair-pulling disorder trichotillomania to help reduce public stigma.
A Ukrainian woman faces murder charges after killing her husband, claiming the act was a final attempt to end years of systemic physical and emotional abuse.
A seven-month-old infant has died following a single-vehicle crash involving a rideshare car in Perth, Australia. Two other passengers remain hospitalized with serious injuries as police launch an investigation.
Families and friends have bid final farewells to teenagers Lorielle Russell and Jack Thatcher, who died following a fatal fall on Mount Beerwah. Authorities are preparing a report for the coroner as the community remembers the victims.
A documentary premiere has shed new light on a 1983 drug trafficking ring that nearly converted an idyllic Welsh village into a major hub for international crime. Residents and authorities remain baffled by the disappearance of the smuggling syndicate's leadership.
The UK's Motability Scheme provides essential transport access for 815,000 people. Learn about the six automatic qualifying benefits and the core requirements for leasing a vehicle.
Thrift store volunteers are urging the public to stop donating soiled clothing. They warn that unhygienic items often force workers to throw away entire bags of donations due to health and safety concerns.
Three months after her last confirmed public appearance, speculation surrounding Sarah Ferguson's whereabouts continues to grow following her departure from the Royal Lodge.