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Young man sitting at desk using laptop for video call with colleagues, papers and coffee cup nearby.

Study: Nature virtual backgrounds on Zoom may reduce videoconference fatigue

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Feeling wiped out after a long video call? A study released on Thursday suggests that what sits behind you on...

Person polishing a brown leather boot with newspaper on a wooden bench by a window.

How to Dry a Wet Leather Boot Without Cracking After Rain

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

After a heavy downpour, many people notice their leather boot starts to crack or go stiff over the following days....

Person soaking feet in a bowl with water and leaves, applying bath salt for a relaxing foot care treatment.

Washing Your Feet with Salt and Olive Oil

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Washing your feet with salt and olive oil is a home routine people use to soften rough patches, lift surface...

Person adjusting a lawn sprinkler watering grass near a lawn mower and garden trowel in a sunny backyard.

How to Keep Your Lawn Green in Summer: Heat Stress, the One-Third Rule and Irrigation

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Keeping your back garden looking its best through the warmer months calls for smart, targeted ways to tackle heat stress....

Teenage boy studying at wooden desk with books, notes, and a cup of coffee in a sunlit room.

Enem 2026: 9 practical tips for using literature in your exam preparation

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

More than 5 million candidates have already had their registrations confirmed for the Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio (Enem) in...

Hand holding a detachable showerhead over a glass bowl, water flowing into the bowl above a sink with a lemon slice.

Restore Shower Pressure by Cleaning Blocked Shower Head Holes

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

A drop in shower pressure does not always mean the unit has failed. In many cases, the issue is simply...

Person applying honey onto their ankle while sitting on a bed in a bright, cosy room.

Cracked heels: Vaseline with honey and propolis, and whether flip-flops make it worse

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

A flip-flop rubs, the heel splits, and every step sends a sharp sting through your foot. If you spend long...

Hand reaching for a glass of ice water with a coin inside on a fridge shelf, suitcase nearby.

The coin trick for spotting a freezer power cut while you’re away

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Leaving food in the freezer while you travel is perfectly normal, but a prolonged power cut can cause items to...

Man crouching to pick up a plastic water bottle beside a parked car in a busy outdoor parking lot.

Bottle-on-the-Wheel Scam: What It Is and How to Stay Safe

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

The bottle-on-the-wheel scam is the name given to a supposed distraction tactic in car parks: a plastic bottle is said...

Tabby cat drinking water from a white pet fountain on wooden floor with bowls and cat food nearby.

Five tricks to help your cat drink more water

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

The bowl stays full for hours, yet your cat seems to pay it no attention. Although many felines drink quietly...

Woman placing a cleaning wipe inside a washing machine filled with folded dark and denim clothes.

Use Wet Wipes in the Washing Machine to Keep Black Clothes Free of Lint and Pet Hair

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Looking after dark clothing and keeping it completely free from unwanted hair is a constant household headache. Thankfully, there’s a...

Teal blue compact electric hatchback car displayed indoors on a white rotating platform.

Japanese Method: Cool a Car Parked in the Sun in Under 1 Minute

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

A car left parked in the sun can turn into a greenhouse within minutes, making the steering wheel, seats and...

Young man using a smartphone at a desk with a laptop, sticky notes on the wall, and a clock in the background.

Procrastination: 5 behaviours that show you’re a procrastinator

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Putting off tasks and decisions can be part of everyday life for many people. The difficulty begins when postponing becomes...

Hands repotting a small succulent plant indoors on a wooden table near potted succulents on a windowsill.

How to Revive a Weak, Brittle Succulent at Home

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Succulents are known for being hardy, but if yours starts to look brittle, limp, or drops leaves at the slightest...

Person placing a scented sachet inside an open suitcase on a dresser in a bedroom.

How to Store a Suitcase for a Long Time

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Before putting luggage away for a long stretch, it’s easy to focus only on the exterior and overlook the fact...

Man at airport terminal holding travel documents with an open suitcase and airplane in background.

Seven ways to keep your journey organised from the airport to arrival

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Travelling involves a chain of steps that begin well before you board. How you arrange your trip, get to the...

Technician using a multimeter to check an outdoor air conditioning unit on a balcony.

Essential checks for your split air conditioner outdoor unit in extreme heat

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

During spells of intense heat, running the equipment continuously calls for a careful check to keep your home safe. A...

Hand wiping a window screen with a cloth beside a soapy bucket, brush, and spray bottle on tiled floor.

How to Clean Insect Screens at Home

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Insect screens help keep mosquitoes and other unwanted visitors outside, but over time they collect dust, pollen and other particles...

Woman applying facial cream with eyes closed in a bright bathroom beside a sink and towels.

Brazilian glow: reviving dull skin with a hydrated, radiant finish

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Dull-looking skin can lose its sparkle because of everyday stressors and a lack of proper nourishment. The Brazilian glow technique...

Person repairing a wooden-handled kitchen knife on a wooden countertop with another knife nearby.

Metal circles on wooden-handled knives: rivets, tang and what they do

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

Wooden-handled knives often have two or three metal circles set in a line along the grip. These parts are not...

Young woman with headphones around neck writing in planner at wooden desk with coffee cup nearby.

How to Get Back into Study Mode for Enem and Other Vestibular Exams After the July Holidays

Graham Whitfield • August 19, 2026

After the July holiday break, many students struggle to pick up their preparation pace for the National High School Exam...