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With the cost of living on the rise, many households up and down the country are looking for ways to save money and ease the pressure on their pockets. Whether it’s changing how we shop or curbing how much electricity we use, figuring out how to reduce spending here and there is a question on everybody’s minds.

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Martin Lewis issues urgent energy switch warning

MoneySavingExpert Martin Lewis has been helping those looking to deal with the cost of living crisis by sharing his tips and tricks to live a little cheaper. The financial journalist, 49, regularly shares free money-saving tips and tricks online, and he took to Twitter to issue an "urgent" switch warning to his many social media followers amid soaring energy prices. Martin shared a switchable energy fix that is "the cheapest by far" - but it is about to be pulled, while also explaining that "it's not simple" and that there are "pros and cons".

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Mum shares ‘genius’ hack to keep paddling pool clean

It's looking like the UK is in for a hot summer this year with reports that the country is set for another four heatwaves over the next few months. It's believed that the second half of July could include another heatwave with two more making their way over in August and September. Experts predict that temperatures could be between 30C and 36C this summer.

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Shoe box laptop hack hailed as ‘genius’ so you can work outside during the heatwave

It’s getting hot, hot, hot in the UK and with spells of high temperatures that are - hopefully - here to stay, more of us are finding ways to incorporate the sunny temperatures into our days. A TikTok user took this one step further and found a way to work from home outside but without the nasty glare of the sunlight on the screen. Laptops often come with sensors that will check the ambient light in a room.

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A 10p cleaning hack keeps jewellery sparkling – and you definitely have the items at home

From looking after your car to keeping your kitchen in top condition, cleaning is a chore that comes in all different shapes and sizes. And over on TikTok it seems as though users are looking for ways to help keep their jewellery collection looking brand new, with #jewellerycleaning amassing over 12.5million views. Luckily, Abbott Lyon’s Lead Product Designer Jasmin Stanbridge is on hand when it comes to removing any grime and has revealed that getting jewellery looking pristine again doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

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Costa Coffee is offering free over ice drinks in time for the hot weather

With temperatures set to soar over the coming days, some parts of the country could see things rise to 30C thanks to the arrival of a hot weather system. But with temperatures on the up, remaining cool and hydrated is more important than ever when it comes to staying safe during the hot weather.

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iPhone owners could get hundreds of pounds if consumer watchdog wins Apple court battle

Could you be in the money today? Well, if consumer watchdog wins their £750m court battle today that could well be the case.Tech giant Apple could bit hit with a massive bill that will see a pay out for iPhone users if the watchdog wins.The court battle is set to take place today after claims by Justin Gutmann that Apple Apple deliberately slowed down the performance of its iPhone handsets by hiding a power management tool in software updates. Justin believes they did this to to combat performance issues and stop older devices from shutting down suddenly.Their claim was launched with the with the Competition Appeal Tribunal, and they are seeking damages of £768million for up to 25 million UK owners, for a range of older iPhone models.

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Mum's incredible 1p ice lolly hack to stop them dripping over kids

Summer is officially here and with temperatures rising, so is the need to keep cool in the warm weather. As such, it's no surprise that little ones are often after sweet treats to help them cool down.Treats such as ice lollies come with plenty of mess including drips that can lead to sticky floors and surfaces. Mum of four and TikTok star Shannon Doherty stepped in to share a foolproof way to stop drips using an everyday kitchen item - cupcake cases.

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Stacey Solomon uses £9 Dunelm tiles to create amazing marble worktop

Stacey Solomon has revealed the way in which she completely transformed her kitchen worktop, and it cost the Loose Women star just £9. Stacey, 32, is known for her savvy DIY hacks and helpful cleaning tips on Instagram, and fans were left very impressed with her most recent decorating trick.

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Mum issues grave warning over horrific sippy cup: 'My baby has been drinking mould!'

A mum has issued a stark warning over sippy cups after discovering her baby had been "drinking mould." She took to TikTok to share a video of what had happened after revealing the cup wasn't as clean as she'd hoped. Sharing a look at the cup, she captioned it: "My baby has been drinking mould for months all day daily!!” Her child had walked out of school with the cup and the mum decided to clean it herself.

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Stacey Solomon shares clever trick to keep costs down when taking kids to cinema

Stacey Solomon is no stranger to sharing her top money saving hacks and tips with fans. Now the star, 32, took her tips out of the home and into the cinema as she took her brood to see the new Jurassic World film. Stacey told fans: “I've just packed a bag and I'm taking them to the cinema as they have been begging me to take them to see this Jurassic Park thing.

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How to join Costco: Membership secrets to shop at exclusive bargain store unveiled in Channel 5 show

With energy prices on the up and with the cost of living crisis dominating day-to-day conversations, many Brits have been left wondering how they’ll be able to cope with rising costs. From always writing a list to looking out for reductions, shopping is one area where households may be able to make their money go that little bit further. And when it comes to shopping, buying in bulk can help people make some much needed savings too.

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Martin Lewis shares tip to get up to £170 free cash from banks in five minutes

MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis has been sharing his tip with followers to get free cash from banks.The money expert, 49, used his MoneySavingExpert newsletter to let readers know about a way to get free money from banks in minutes. He explained that in a poll of bank switching, 70% of those asked hadn’t done it in the last five years - or ever at all. He added: “Yet switching bank is one of the easiest ways to gain a little bit of extra cash.

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I'm 5'2" and these are the shopping rules and hacks I live by

Shopping for petite clothing can be a daily struggle. From finding the perfect pair of jeans only to realise you need to take a trip to the tailors, to dodging longer dresses to avoid hems trailing along the floor (trust me, I’ve been there). Luckily, there are plenty of petite ranges to choose from these days, from high street options such as ASOS, New Look, Marks & Spencer and Next.

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Mum shares genius hack to check if your pillow is ‘expired’ and warns to replace it

A mum has shared her simple hack which helps to identify if your pillows have 'expired'. TikTok star Chantel Mila, who is from Melbourne, Australia, regularly shares helpful short videos detailing her unique household tricks and clever tips. From deep cleaning certain parts of your home to ensure your bedroom is always looking its best, Chantel has a whole host of easy home hacks.

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Here's how to get £400 energy support grant as the Chancellor unveils new plans

The cost of living crisis has left many Brits wondering how they will be able to face soaring prices.To help with energy bills, the Chancellor unveiled plans on Thursday that will see each home in the country be given £400 towards the cost. Initially households were to be given a refund of £200 on bills in October and this was to be a loan that had to be repaid.This has now changed and instead the Chancellor announced he will be giving households £400 - and the money is not to be repaid.

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Full benefits of getting £650 payment to help with energy bills – including Universal Credit

The cost of living crisis has hit millions from all around the country with many Brits wondering how they’ll tackle a rise in bills. On Thursday it seemed there could be an answer to questions over the rise in energy bills when the Chancellor announced a new package of support that gives families on benefits a one off £650 payment.

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Woman reveals 'life changing' trick to ripen avocados in 24 hours

Avocados are one of those foods that come with a myriad of health benefits from being good for the heart to protecting against eye-related problems. However, those who eat the fruit (not vegetable!) will be all too aware of the struggles of cutting open an unripe avocado. Not only is it a pain to cut through, but the bitter taste can be seriously off-putting.

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Clever hack using a piece of string keeps plants watered while on holiday

Holiday season is around the corner and while many people are excited for a jaunt abroad, others are left worrying about how to ensure the plants they’ve carefully cared for will fare with no one to water them. One TikTok user shared a clever hack using household items that keeps plants watered without someone needing to check up on them.TikTok user Justine Shannon – who aptly has a page called @selfcareplants – shared her hack that she nicknamed “the wick method”.

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Queen's former chef shares method to cook the perfect bacon sandwich

For many, including David Beckham, a bacon sandwich can be the perfect hangover cure.§ And for others it's a great way to start off the weekend, so who better than someone whose cooked for The Queen to explain the perfect method to create a great sandwich. Jeff Baker, Executive Development Chef at Farmison & Co, spoke to the Daily Star about the best way to cook the fry-up favourite. Jeff recommends starting with a pan that's nice and hot.

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The car cleaning hack that uses a bathroom item to remove crumbs

Drivers have been expressing their amazement at a video on TikTok, which shows an incredible hack to get your car clean. Uploaded by TikTok star Blossom, the video has already been watched nearly 19 million times and many Brits will already have the key product needed in their home.

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How Mercury in Retrograde is going to affect your relationships

When Mercury moves into retrograde it can herald a bumpy ride for your relationships, so get ready to hold on tight. Mercury is the planet of expression, personal connections, travel and technology. At times when it appears to go backwards in the galaxy, those areas of our lives can take a reverse turn too.

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Slogan T-shirts and flip-flops could get you kicked off your flight

With summer now upon us and the school holidays just around the corner, many people up and down the country will be thinking of heading to the airport in search of a sweet escape. Whether you’re flying to Crete like Molly-Mae or to Mauritius’ palm fringed beaches, when it comes to catching a flight, most people don’t think twice about their outfit. Besides, when you’re spending hours in the air, comfort is key.

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You shouldn't make your bed every morning – and expert reveals surprising reason why

For so many of us, making the beds as soon as we get up is a key part of a brilliant daily routine. However, experts have now revealed why it may be better not to tidy your bedding away as soon as you get out of bed. According to The Sleep Council, the average adult loses almost 300ml of fluid each night.

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Brits could get £600 warm home discount to tackle cost-of-living crisis

It’s no secret that the cost of living crisis has hit Brits from each part of the country. As more and more of us look for ways to ease the pressure on our bank accounts, Rishi Sunak may be on his way to providing some relief. The chancellor is set to tackle energy bills with a package in July, before focusing on general tax cuts in the autumn.Though summer may be on its way at the moment, heating homes in the winter is a worry for many.

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How to get rid of fruit flies from the home, according to a cleaning expert

As the nation looks set to be hit by a mini-heatwave, one downside of the hotter weather is the increasing amount of insects entering our homes. Though the presence of a couple of moths of spiders may, at most, cause some people to have a fright, other insects do more than raise our heart rates. In fact, one insect that can cause a lot more complicated issues are fruit flies.

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Clever packing hacks you shouldn't travel without including not folding clothes

With summer fast approaching and holidays getting booked, ensuring that luggage complies with airline regulations is a tricky part of flying. Airlines such as EasyJet, Jet2 and Ryanair previously announced that they will be allowing passengers to take only one piece of hand luggage with them free of charge on flights.This bag has to fit under the seat in front of you and if it's too large could be subject to charges. British Airways have a calculator tool as their bag prices will vary depending on the route that you take.

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Mrs Hinch fans share 44p hack to remove permanent marker from walls using kitchen item

Mrs Hinch’s loyal fans are often sharing their top tips on how to keep homes sparkling. The social media sensation, whose real name is Sophie Hinchcliffe, has many groups dedicated to her cleaning tips and one in particular is the Facebook group Mrs Hinch’s Cleaning Tips. Recently, a user shared her worry after her son had used permanent marker to draw on the walls.

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Flight attendant shares hack to carry extra bag for free

Summer is just round the corner and after missing out on holidays for two years, a lot of people are preparing to jet off to sun-soaked destinations over the coming months. From packing your case to making sure you've got all the right paperwork, getting ready to go on holiday can be extremely time-consuming.

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Mrs Hinch fans share impressive 2p hack to remove limescale from tap

While Mrs Hinch may be known for her incredible cleaning hacks, such as the secret to streak-free windows or a spider-free home, her fans are just as nifty when it comes to their home hacks. As committed followers of the cleaning sensation, the page ‘Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips’ has amassed a whopping 93,400 over on Facebook. As part of the page, social media users often share their cleaning queries in order to get advice from people who may know a thing or two about the subject.

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How to clean washing machine, oven and dishwasher — including toothbrush hack

Whether you’re like Mrs Hinch and love a spot of cleaning, or if grabbing a duster makes you break out into hives, if we want a fresh home, it’s something that has to be done. And as we all get about our daily lives, it’s clear that people are looking for quick tips and tricks to help speed up what can be a laborious process - in fact, the hashtag #cleaninghacks has amassed 4.5 billion views on TikTok alone. Thankfully the team at Furniturebox have gathered up the most Google searched cleaning queries and has revealed the easy ways to help get our homes looking spotless.

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Asthma sufferers urged to check if they're owed £128 each week

Asthma sufferers have been urged to check whether they could get £128 each month. New data from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveals that more people are receiving support for numerous espiratory conditions including asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Sleep apnoea, chronic bronchitis, emphysema and pneumonia.

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Expert shares genius hack to stop glasses from getting cloudy in dishwasher mistake

Not everyone has a dishwasher in their homes but those who are lucky enough to, definitely appreciate not having to do the dishes each day. While it looks to be a simple process of popping your dirty dishes in and switching it on, there's actually several things you could be doing wrong each time you load your dishwasher. The common mistakes are easy to fix, and appliance experts at AO have now outlined some top tips to help you get the best results from your dishwasher.

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Three surprising cleaning hacks that will make your bathroom glisten

It's amazing what you can clean your bathroom with. No, really. All you need is a denture tablet to make your sink all glimmering and white.

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Mum's genius 10p oven cleaning hack goes viral - and you already have everything you need

Oven grease is perhaps one of the peskiest things to get rid of when it comes to cleaning the kitchen, especially if you have a bad habit of getting oil everywhere. Fortunately, one genius mum has shared her extremely cheap oven cleaning hack and it only needs a very common household product. Sharing her trick on Mumsnet, she recalled that a simple dishwasher tablet can easily strip the grease off even the filthiest ovens.

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Cleaning expert reveals top tip to remove those nasty yellow stains from your pillows

It's not uncommon to notice yellow stains appearing on your pillows after a lengthy period of time, but not many know how to actually remove these unwelcome marks, or how to prevent them in the first place. There's many different things which cause the stains but according to experts at Lifehacker, sweat is the most common reason behind them.

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Half of men only wash their sheets three times a year, study finds

While some people may find joy in making sure that their home is as spotless as can be, for others, housework holds no appeal. And now a new study has uncovered some rather shocking findings about just how far some people will go when it comes to putting off their dreaded chores. According to research by Pizuna Linens, almost half of single men in the UK don’t wash their bed sheets for up to four months at a time.

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The tumble dryer mistake that could be adding £40 to your energy bill every year

As the cost of living in the UK continues to rise, people up and down the country are doing all they can to help save on costs. And following the energy price cap increase on 1 April, you’re not alone if your energy bill is one area where you’re looking to make a change. But luckily, saving money on bills doesn’t have to be complicated.

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Martin Lewis urges people with savings accounts to 'check them now'

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to those with money in a savings account to "check it now." He's urged people to see if they're being underpaid, and encouraged people to check savings pots to make sure you're getting the best value for your money.The Money Saving Expert is known for his savvy saving hacks and in recent updates he said those with savings pot, big or small, need to review.Top savings rates have jumped to their highest levels since July 2019 and Martin said that if your savings rates are less than 1.5 per cent you're being underpaid. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter He said: "Don't stand for it.The minimum savings should pay is 1.5% - as that's what you can get in the top easy-access account.

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Does tea or coffee have more caffeine in? Everything you need to know

Tea and coffee are our morning go-to's each day to give us the pick-me-up we need, but many people are surprised to learn that tea has caffeine in too! Adults are recommended to have no more than 400mg of caffeine a day, or less. And as many of us drink several teas or coffees a day, it's probably good to know just how much caffeine there is in each. So let's take a look...

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What's actually inside a Creme Egg? Fans of the treat ask what the 'goo' is

It's Easter and the Creme Eggs are out! We eat a whopping 333million Creme Eggs a year in Britain, so it's safe to say we like them quite a bit. But people have a question on their minds – what exactly is the goo in the middle? Yes, at this time of the year the debate about how to eat Creme Eggs and what the centre is made from come to light again.

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Martin Lewis shares washing machine and hot drinks tips to help save money at home

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has shared some of the tips people are using to try and save money amid the cost of living crisis.The personal finance expert has put together an extensive guide to help people make the most of their money and cut costs where possible, including crowdsourced responses from his many followers. Many followers shared tips on how to save money when it came to electricity and water usage, including tips on saving money when washing clothes and having hot drinks on the cheap. When it came to washing clothes, one savvy saver said she keeps an eye on the weather so that she can dry her clothes outside, rather than use a washing machine.

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Aldi shoppers praise bargain heated throw Martin Lewis says can keep you warm for 4p a week

Amid rising cost of living prices in the UK, houses across the country are doing whatever they can to save money on bills. With energy costs rising, heating our homes has become increasingly expensive, with many taking money-saving tips wherever they can to lower their bills this spring. Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has now been praised after shoppers discovered a £35 SpecialBuy bargain from Aldi which will help to keep you warm for as little as 4p a week.

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Expert shares how you can save £332 on home energy with these top tips

As energy prices rise even further and as the cost of living continues to hit people’s pockets, the prospect of facing next month’s energy bill may be a daunting prospect. In fact, if you’re looking for ways to save money on your energy bills, just know that you’re not alone. Thankfully the team at Utilita Energy have put together some expert tips that could help households save hundreds of pounds on their home energy bills.

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Four ways to save money and find a bargain while shopping at Poundland

With rising energy costs and increasing petrol prices, the cost of living has left many people looking for ways to keep costs down. Besides saving money on bills and saving money on your motor, there’s other things that households can do to help cut costs as much as possible when it comes to shopping. While high street store Poundland may be known for keeping its prices low, it turns out that shoppers could be getting items for even cheaper.

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