All news by author: Beth Hardie

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Expert issues health warning to those who eat toast every morning
A professor has revealed why you should never eat burnt toast as the simple every day food could pose a huge health risk if you leave it cooking in the toaster for too long
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People gobsmacked as 'arrogant' driver leaves car in middle of empty car park
There's nothing quite like someone's bad driving to get people seeing red, but one person's extremely bad parking at a local gym sparked a particular outrage recently
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Best date to put your Christmas tree up this year, according to festive experts
With Halloween out the way and thoughts turning to the season of goodwill, experts have revealed when is the ideal time to get your Christmas tree up and ready for the big day
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'My husband's DNA test demand ruined our marriage, his views were disgusting'
The wife went along with her husband’s two demands for DNA tests but as a result she was to uncover an awful truth about his views that wrecked their relationship
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'Sister wants newborn at my child-free wedding so everyone can meet him'
The wedding was a child-free affair but the sister of the bride fell pregnant and wanted her newborn at the event so family and friends could meet him
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Woman stunned by school mum's 'rude' remark about gift she bought her daughter
The mum was left shocked and confused at the reaction she received from the birthday girl’s mother over the presents she bought her daughter
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Pest expert's clever plug socket trick to catch bed bug infestations early
Bed bugs are on the increase in the UK following an outbreak in France but experts have shared ways to keep the biting pests at bay and warned people what not to do with your mattress
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Simple tip for cooking the perfect poached egg 'every time' without a pan
A Scottish cook believes he has found the answer to making the ultimate poached eggs and it throws all the usual rules out the window. The result looks delicious
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'My brother-in-law is demanding I cough up over £3,000 to attend his wedding'
A man has shared his exasperation at being expected to fork out an eye-watering sum for his brother-in-law's wedding. Poor planning from his wife's family has left him even more out of pocket
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'Gold standard' stool shape shows you have a healthy body - what to look out for
Examining your poo to check the shape and size can help you determine if you are healthy or if you have an underlying issue or medical condition that may need attention
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Woman's horror as in-laws serve rotten food from fridge they refuse to fix
The appalled woman was due to spend Christmas at her in-laws' house and be forced to eat spoiled food because they had no plans to replace the refrigerator
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Woman's 'simple change' to daily habit helped her shed four stone 'quickly'
A free and easy lifestyle tweak meant Christie transformed her body in months after putting on weight during the pandemic. She says she feels 'incredible' after switching her mindset
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'I'm convinced my fiancé's niece is his daughter - but he keeps denying it'
The couple have split in the past over the issue before but with their wedding date set the bride-to-be still niggling doubts over the 'niece' - people have urged her to demand a DNA test
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Clever washing machine trick makes drying clothes a breeze without tumble dryer
Just one small action can help to get your load dry quicker when the weather means you can't hang clothes outside and you don't want to fork out extra money on using the tumble dryer
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Woman gets epic revenge on cruel school bully after Facebook message pops up
The woman's bully reached out to her in later life on social media but the way she chose to respond finally gave her revenge on the cruel jibes she suffered as a child
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Man left 'humiliated' over joke present his wife bought to teach him a lesson
The woman's other half had an annoying habit that had worsened since they married but she didn't expect his worrying response when she gave him a tongue-in cheek gift to make fun of the problem
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Woman has 'heart ripped out' after awful discovery on boyfriend's Instagram
The devastated woman thought she had hit the jackpot when she met her partner until she found out what he had been up to behind the scenes on social media
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'My ex's girlfriend kisses my daughter on the lips - it's so inappropriate'
The desperate mum said her daughter had told her she doesn’t like being kissed on the lips by her dad’s girlfriend but she had no idea how to deal with the awkward issue - others with experience of the problem gave some sterling advice
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Mum baffled as son in his late twenties refuses to pay her rent when on holiday
The family, whose younger children have to share a room because the adult son still lives there, will struggle to make ends meet without his contribution while he's away
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Bride slated for uninviting maid of honour's daughter 'because of wheelchair'
The maid of honour had been best friends with the bride since school but was left heartbroken when she learned her disabled daughter wouldn't be able to go to the wedding
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'Neighbour has five cars and parks outside my house - I scramble for a spot'
One homeowner is seething as their neighbour constantly parks five cars outside their drive, leaving them with little space to park their own motors. Others have shared their own horror stories
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Bride bans sister's husband from her wedding photos 'just in case'
The sister of a bride-to-be has been left confused and feeling rather hurt by her sibling's demand for the upcoming wedding photos - as she doesn't want her brother-in-law in them
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Cleaning expert warns against shower scrubbing error that can damage your glass
The best products to use on shower screens are actually cheap, readily available, everyday household items and experts have shared their top tips to avoid damaging the glass
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Gardening pro shares best time to plant hydrangeas for 'beautiful blooms'
An expert reveals the optimum time and position in your garden to plant the pretty flowers to ensure you’ll be able to enjoy them for years to come
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Mary Berry's 'warming' beef stew recipe is a staple for cosy autumn nights
Much-loved TV legend Mary Berry's hearty beef recipe is a perfect meal for the colder nights and is quick to prepare. It is sure to be a real crowd-pleaser for autumn and winter