200 horses from the Queen’s Household Cavalry swap London for Leicestershire during lockdown

Around 200 horses have swapped their London stables for the freedom of the Leicestershire countryside while ceremonial duties are no longer taking place.  The horses are usually based in Hyde Park in Knightsbridge and would normally be preparing for the Trooping of the Colour next month. Their other duties include the State Opening of Parliament, State … Read more

Household energy usage surges by 37% during lockdown

The increasing amount of energy being used by households has been laid bare in new data, which suggests a bill shock could be around the corner thanks to laptop charging and Netflix binges. Homes have typically seen a surge in electricity and gas use which will result in bills 37 per cent higher than usual thanks … Read more

One third think their household will need financial support from taxpayers in next three months

One third of people think their household will need financial support from taxpayers in next three months Research firm Kantar surveyed more than 1,100 Brits after Covid-19 outbreak  44% of workers say they fear their job is less safe than it was 12 months ago But six in 10 believe the Government is handling the … Read more

Household finances drastically hit by the coronavirus lockdown

Household finances drastically hit by the coronavirus lockdown, despite Government support By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:51 BST, 20 April 2020 | Updated: 21:51 BST, 20 April 2020 The IHS Markit UK Household Finance Index plummeted to a reading of 34.9 in April from 42.5 in March Household finances have deteriorated drastically … Read more

Amy Schumer does the laundry in Instagram video to prove celebrities can do household chores too

‘It’s like riding a bike’: Amy Schumer does the laundry in Instagram video to prove celebrities can do household chores too By Rachel Mcgrath For Dailymail.com Published: 03:49 BST, 14 April 2020 | Updated: 04:42 BST, 14 April 2020 Amy Schumer has rediscovered the joy of chores during the coronavirus lockdown in New York City. … Read more

Out of disinfectant? These common household items can be turned into effective cleaning products

With everyone taking more care to ensure their homes are kept germ-free due to the spread of coronavirus, disinfectant spray supplies could be left diminished at your local supermarket. But these common household items can be turned into effective cleaning solutions – and may also save you a trip to the shops. LA-based DIY project … Read more

Naomi Watts has a meltdown during self-isolation after three household appliances break in one day

Quran-crazy! Naomi Watts has a meltdown during self-isolation after three household appliances break in one day – as celebrities are forced to do their own housework after letting cleaners go to due coronavirus By Monique Friedlander For Daily Mail Australia Published: 01:08 BST, 8 April 2020 | Updated: 01:08 BST, 8 April 2020 Hollywood celebrities … Read more

NHS trust tells staff to work even if a household member has symptoms of the killer coronavirus

What is the coronavirus?  A coronavirus is a type of virus which can cause illness in animals and people. Viruses break into cells inside their host and use them to reproduce itself and disrupt the body’s normal functions. Coronaviruses are named after the Latin word ‘corona’, which means crown, because they are encased by a … Read more

Household bills to rise: Council tax, broadband and stamps will rise on 1 April 2020

April 1 is traditionally known as April Fool’s Day – but millions of households won’t be laughing when they realise it is a day that many bills will rise steeply. It will see council tax, water bills, TV licences and mobile bills, as well as a number of other household bills, rise significantly. Motorists will … Read more