The Northern Lights could make another appearance over Scotland this weekend, as forecasters predict more stunning light displays.
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You can banish weeds with a kitchen staple that's 'better' than white vinegar, as gardeners reveal a trick that kills weeds 'almost instantly'. For those battling with pesky weeds in their gravel paths or driveways, the solution might be closer than you think in your own kitchen.
Weeds sprouting between the stones or patio can be a nuisance, and if left unchecked, they can quickly take over an entire area. Gardening enthusiasts have now discovered a method that not only works 'better' than using white vinegar but also eradicates weeds in an instant.
Even better, this gardening hack requires just one common household item that you're likely to have on hand. The trick was shared by members of the Gardening Hints and Tips group on Facebook, after one person asked for better alternatives to weed killing than white vinegar and salt.
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The individual posted: "I've seen lots of posts lately about the use of white vinegar and salt for weed killing. I have a gravel-covered drive and can't seem to keep the weeds in check, even using the recommended weed killer for paths. Would they work on the drive or is there something better? There are no other plants in the vicinity and it's not like I would be planting anything on the drive in future.", reports the Mirror.
Members of the group were quick to share their tips with the individual seeking advice, and while numerous members suggested that white vinegar and salt could "work well", they highlighted an even better solution - washing powder.
One member commented: "I used to use salt on my alleyway and it works, but washing powder was better for me." Another chimed in with: "I had success
The Northern Lights could make another appearance over Scotland this weekend, as forecasters predict more stunning light displays.
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The spectacular Northern Lights are expected to be visible in Scotland this evening (May 10) as forecasters predict the solar show will be on full display.
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Just days after hosting the first of six rescheduled gigs from Co-op Live, Manchester’s AO Arena has been named as one of the best music venues in the country.
Rylan Clark had a three-word response as he was filmed watching Olly Alexander's first big Eurovision Song Contest performance on Tuesday night. The run-up to this year's Eurovision Song Contest began on Tuesday night (May 7) with the first semi-final broadcasted by the BBC.
Naman Ramachandran Universal’s “The Fall Guy” debuted atop the U.K. and Ireland box office with £3.5 million ($4.5 million), according to numbers from Comscore. But the force was strong with Disney’s 25th anniversary rerelease of “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,” as it debuted in second place with £1.1 million.
Vince Staples has weighed in on the ongoing rap feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake – see what he had to say below.On Saturday (May 4), Staples sat down with Long Beach Mayor Rex Richard for a panel discussion to celebrate Youth Day. During the chat, Staples was asked by a fan in attendance what he thought about Lamar and Drake going at one another.Staples, who has been an advocate for raising up Black culture, spoke about several major changes happening in the music industry that affect the Black community, signalling that more people should be paying attention to that instead of a rap beef.To begin his response, Staples noted that he has been signed to Universal Music Group for 13 years, first signing with them at the age of 17.
John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Hassie Harrison (“Yellowstone”), Jai Courtney (“Terminator Genisys”) and “Heartbreak High’s” Josh Heuston, soon to be seen in “Dune: Prophecy,” will star in the horror thriller “Dangerous Animals.” Adding edge to the package, Australia’s genre auteur Sean Byrne (“The Loved Ones,” “The Devil’s Candy”), one of the highest rated horror directors of all time on Rotten Tomatoes, is directing “Dangerous Animals” which will be brought onto the Cannes market by David Garrett’s Mister Smith Entertainment. Starting principal photography on Australia Gold Coast on May 7, “Dangerous Animals” is produced by London and Sydney-based Brouhaha Entertainment, behind Karim Aïnouz’s “Firebrand” and Guy Pearce-led “The Convert,” sold by Mister Smith, in conjunction with LD Entertainment (“Jackie,” “Ben Is Back”), Oddfellows Entertainment and management-production firm Range Media Partners.
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