All news by author: Mariam Khan

Animals are cute, but the likelihood is when it comes to your garden, you want to keep them away from plants and seedlings as creatures can destroy them - but experts have shared tips to help

A nanny has warned of the dangers of potential choking hazards for young children during the festive period - from pigs in blankets to pine needles and presents

Many people either love or hate Brussels sprouts - but if you're in the latter category this new recipe that doesn't involve boiling them could just sway your opinion

One woman was left fuming after yet another Christmas dinner fail by her mum, who was adamant that she could do everything by herself for the festive day and didn't need any help

A sleep expert has shared advice on how to tackle your child's bedtime routine so Santa - you - can get the last of the decorations up, the food prepped and the presents wrapped before the big day

You might want to avoid using harsh chemicals in the kettle you use to make drinks for yourself and your family, but it's still possible to get rid of limescale without binning it and buying a new one

You can help your side dishes be the centrepiece of the Christmas dinner table with chef Gordon Ramsay's tasty honey-glazed parsnips and carrots - your guests will no doubt come back for seconds

A study has revealed that 1 in 5 Brits only wash their coats once a year, with 17 per cent admitting to not washing their coats at all. Now a laundy guru has settled the debate on when they should be cleaned

Experts are warning UK households of a task they must complete before heading off to visit family and friends during the Christmas period, as it could save you thousands of pounds

Nigella Lawson says 'Christmas pudding isn't for everyone', but the talented cook has 'faith' in her own ability to 'convert' haters with her mouth-watering recipe

Experts say there is no need to splurge on expensive gardening equipment to keep plants hydrated, as an inexpensive tried and tested hack can work just as efficiently

The solution often used to address mould and condensation in the home is a dehumidifier, but that can set you back a couple of hundred pounds and that doesn't include the extra electricity bill you'll be racking up

Top chef Jeff Bakes who has more than three decades of experience and has made meals for music legends Queen has shared his secret to cooking the perfect bacon - and it's actually not too complicated

Fans of cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch have shared air fryer cleaning hack. The 5p trick is supposed to leave your appliance as good as new, while melting away grease and food stains with little to no scrubbing

It’s getting to the time of the year when you will have to brave the cold outside and get to de-icing the car and experts have suggested an unusual de-icing technique involving a kitchen cupboard staple

A 29p tip can help you keep the hard-to-remove plant from thriving and even tackle the weeds in your garden

The chef who has cooked for the likes of musical legend Queen has said that there are a few secrets to cooking a sausage and revealed that most people make three mistakes when cooking

A woman has found a cheap solution which doesn’t involve too much elbow grease to remove the mould in your home, the hack won't break the bank or need you to re-grout everything

There's a simple way to cook perfect fried eggs without a pan or even the use of a hob - all you need is eggs, two paper plates, and a microwave and there will be very minimal washing up afterwards

Parents have been left gobsmacked after a mum shared how she makes her children's lunches for the entire school week in a matter of minutes - and the hack has gone viral

Everything from how urine appears in colour to its consistency could be an indicator of underlying health conditions that need to be addressed by a medical professional

A mum has slammed her brother for singing a lullaby to her baby that came from 'the Devil' but he doesn't see what the issue is with the 'sad' tune. Others are divided

The chef, who is known for her Christmas recipes, says that these 'meltingly gorgeous' chocolate cookies are also an 'absolute doddle' to make, leaving your house smelling just like Christmas should

It's normal to get ill at this time of year, with common colds and flu viruses swirling about, and symptoms can often be similar, but there's one silent killer it's particularly important to wary of

A man has left people mind-blown after showing a stupidly easy trick to stock tin foil getting stuck to the roll. People wish they'd discovered it far sooner