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As the UK braces for a heatwave hotter than parts of Spain this week, fire safety experts from Chorlton Fireworks have revealed the surprising items in your home that could become explosive – or dangerously unstable – when left in hot conditions. From deodorant cans to forgotten fireworks, many common products become hazardous when exposed to prolonged heat, particularly in cars, sheds, garages, or lofts – all of which can reach over 50°C during a typical UK heatwave. Top 5 Items That Could Explode or Ignite in a Heatwave: “People don’t realise they’re sitting on a summer fire risk,” says fire safety…

A single mistake could turn your home into an inferno—and millions of Brits are making it every night. Firefighters are warning that charging your iPhone under your pillow is one of the biggest fire risks in UK homes, putting thousands at risk while they sleep. According to Clean Air UK, a leading authority on Fire Prevention, the combination of overheating lithium-ion batteries, poor ventilation, and flammable bedding creates a serious risk of electrical fires. “We are seeing more and more house fires caused by phones overheating under bedding,” says firefighter Mark Sutherland. “People assume their devices are safe, but trapping heat…

If you enjoy a pint of Guinness or Stella Artois at your local, you might want to take a closer look at your glass before sipping. A new hygiene study conducted by Glass Balustrades UK, in collaboration with 15 pubs across the UK and Ireland, has revealed shocking data about the cleanliness of pub glasses. As part of the study, inspectors visited 15 different pubs and tested 5 glasses of each brand at each location—amounting to 75 glasses per brand. The results? Some drinks, including Guinness and Stella Artois, were far more likely to be served in unclean, bacteria-laden glasses than…

Online shoppers are being cautioned to be vigilant for seven key signs indicating that a website may be unsafe or fraudulent. Cybersecurity experts from Keeper Security have identified these “red flags” to help consumers recognize potential dangers while shopping online. Here are the warning signs: Suspicious Website Address: Be cautious if the website address looks odd or contains spelling errors. Check for any substitution of letters with numbers in the URL. Verify the URL before clicking on it, especially if you followed a link. Too Good to Be True Offers: If an offer on the website seems excessively attractive or…