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Person holding a plastic bag filled with colourful reusable bags in a kitchen near a recycling bin and plant.

3 ways to reuse supermarket plastic bags at home

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Supermarket plastic bags can be given new purposes before they are properly disposed of. When they are clean, dry and...

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Xiaomi Mijia Sweeping and Mopping Robot 6 slides under sofas and clears thresholds

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Xiaomi has begun selling its new Mijia Sweeping and Mopping Robot 6. The device is now listed on JD.com in...

Woman folding white laundry into a wicker basket on a wooden table with pillows and detergent nearby.

How to use white vinegar to make sheets soft and remove stored odour

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Sheets stored for a long time can come out of the cupboard smelling stale, feeling rough and seeming heavy. White...

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Tineco Floor One S7 Pro: save over 68% at AliExpress

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

This premium cleaning appliance can save you a huge amount of time every day by combining vacuuming and mopping functions....

Hands washing fresh strawberries in a glass bowl of water with a box of baking soda and colander nearby.

How to clean strawberries with baking soda

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

From market stalls to supermarket shelves, these vivid berries carry more than sweetness on their skins. An increasing number of...

Person holding a power bank charging a smartphone on a wooden table with multiple chargers in the background.

China introduces mandatory safety standard for portable chargers

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

On Wednesday, 2 April, China introduced its first mandatory national standard, “Technical Specifications for the Safety of Portable Chargers”. The...

Person sprinkling detergent into steaming water in a glass bowl with socks, lemon slices, and laundry items nearby.

How to Eliminate Persistent Odour from Socks

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Many people wash their clothes only to find that unpleasant smells remain embedded in the fabric. This persistent odour can...

Young man enjoying warm water from a showerhead in a bright, clean bathroom with plants in the background.

Restore Shower Pressure With White Vinegar and a Plastic Bag

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

No tools, no plumber and no weekend stuck in DIY limbo. All you need is the faint tang of a...

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The US takes an important step towards batteries of the future

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created a new polymer electrolyte that could address...

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How to Remove Red Wine Stains from Clothes and Fabrics

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Red wine stains often happen during a moment of inattention and can cause instant concern, particularly when they land on...

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Kitchen contamination: how wooden chopping boards spread bacteria

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Contamination in the kitchen is an unseen hazard that often goes unnoticed while everyday meals are being prepared at home....

Person using a cordless vacuum cleaner on wooden floor in a bright living room with sofa and plants.

AliExpress halves the price of the Tineco Floor One S6 Stretch Lite

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

AliExpress has halved the price of the Tineco Floor One S6 Stretch Lite, a cordless wet-and-dry vacuum that can reach...

Man reaching for a roll of toilet paper on a chrome holder mounted on a wooden wall in a bright bathroom.

Japan’s low-key toilet paper revolution

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

White tiles, gentle pop music and the light scent of citrus cleaner. Above the usual toilet roll, a second roll...

Person wearing yellow gloves cleaning a glass shower door with a spray bottle and squeegee in a bright bathroom.

How to clean the bathroom shower enclosure with less effort

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

White marks, dark spots and that dull film on the bathroom shower enclosure can appear even when it is cleaned...

Scientist in a lab coat examining a steaming liquid sample heated on a hot plate in a laboratory.

New sodium-ion battery withstands heating to 300 °C

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Chinese researchers have reported a significant advance in sodium-ion batteries. A team led by Professor Hu Yongsheng at the Institute...

Person changing bed sheets on a wooden bed frame in a sunlit bedroom with a wicker basket nearby.

How Often Should You Wash Your Bedding? Science-Backed Advice

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Most people spend roughly one-third of their lives in bed. Sleep is far more than a period of inactivity: it...

Person lining a baking tray with aluminium foil in a kitchen with fresh vegetables nearby.

Aluminium Foil: Are You Using the Matt Side and Shiny Side Incorrectly?

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Aluminium foil is among the most frequently used items in the home kitchen, featuring in cooking, preservation and food storage....

Scientist in lab coat holding a glowing circular device with wind turbines and solar panels outside the window.

NRD LLC unveils NBV solid-state battery powered by nickel-63 for 100 years

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

US nuclear-materials company NRD LLC has unveiled the NBV solid-state battery, describing it as a power source that can operate...

Hands using lemon halves and a brush to clean a kitchen sink with running water from the tap.

How to Remove Turmeric Stains from Your Hands

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Turmeric, also known as Indian saffron, leaves yellow marks on the hands because it contains a highly potent pigment called...

Person placing a yellow and green sponge into a yellow container on a kitchen counter beside a sink and stove.

Kitchen sponge and cloths: hidden contamination risks at home

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Everyday household items, including bath sponges, kitchen cloths and washing-up sponges, are generally linked with cleanliness and hygiene. However, environmental...

Hand replacing AA battery in a black TV remote on a wooden table with a game controller nearby.

Why the AA Battery Became an Everyday Standard

Oliver Whitaker • September 13, 2026

Modern battery size classifications and names emerged from the need to standardise components used in electronic equipment. As industry progressed...