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'Fantastic' Amazon dehumidifier is 'simple to use' and costs as little as 5p per hour to run
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The Cosi Home 12L/Day Dehumidifier is on sale and you can save another £10 by opting in for the voucher listed below the price on-site
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Marks and Spencer's '£30 trousers are 'a flattering alternative to jeans'
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Boden's 'flattering' and 'most beautiful' dress now £44 in sale
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The "gorgeous" Boden dress has seen a huge price drop in the latest sale - and fans are loving it
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'I walked over 100k steps in New Look's £33 loafers and my feet weren't sore once'
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The New Look loafers are the perfect alternative to Marks and Spencer's sold-out leather shoes, with fans praising them as 'very comfortable' and 'stylish'
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Dragons' Den-approved brand delivers ready-made flower beds for an instant garden glow-up
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Plus, new customers get £5 off with a special discount code
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Review: Galaxy S25 Ultra goes all-in on AI but does it live up to hype?
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Samsung's flagship phone is the best in its class and if you're looking to upgrade, this could be time
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Review: IMOU Cell PT security camera offers safety without breaking the bank
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The Cell PT outdoor camera gives you360° coverage and is battery powered
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Review: Groov-e launches a new version of its Kidz headphones
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New features include a volume limiter and integrated mic
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Next slashes price of 'comfy and chic' Skechers sandals to £29
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The Skechers Black Womens Arch Fit Beverlee Sandals were originally priced at £59
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M&S shoppers buying 'super soft and comfy' jeans in more than one colour
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Marks and Spencer's High Waisted Wide Leg Ankle Grazer Jeans are priced at £29.50 and available in five colours
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Car drivers warned as breakdowns caused by these common battery problems
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Car batteries are one of those things that most of us don't give a second thought to until they die on us, so it's worth getting one that's reliable if you want to avoid the hassle
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Amazon launches stellar deal on massive 65-inch 4K TV - and it's less than £400
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Amazon has a great deal on a 65-inch Toshiba TV for those looking to upgrade their living room
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Women praise 'life-changing' period pants that 'absorb everything'
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WUKA, the UK's first period underwear brand, is offering a 3 for 2 offer on its Ultimate Collection - it's perfect for anyone who struggles with leakages or simply wants less hassle during their period
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Little-known Dr. Martens outlet where items are on sale for as little as £2
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We've rounded up some of the best deals available in the iconic footwear brand's little-known outlet
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Grab Uniqlo's chic high-neck jumper for less than £5 using this savvy shopping hack
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This oversized sweater is a winter-to-spring essential — and it's more affordable than ever
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Get Apple Watch SE for less using genius shopping tip
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This nifty piece of tech has some impressive safety features like Fall Detection, Crash Detection and Emergency SOS.
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Shoppers snap up Uniqlo trousers that are 'warm' and 'smart' for £4
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Uniqlo's Heattech Easy Trousers, priced at £19.90, are essential for the winter months and thanks to a clever hack, customers can save £15 and get them for less than a fiver
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'Silent epidemic' affecting thousands of pets can be treated using £2 biscuits
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Dental issues in cats can be hard to spot, but can lead to discomfort, tooth loss and even serious organ problems - here's the simple prevention method, praised by pet owners
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Netflix price rises again but you can get it free with £15 Sky TV deal
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Netflix has increased the price of its monthly subscription up to 20%, but there's a way to get it for less and save more than £95
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I worked at Boots and this foundation that 'blends like butter' would fly off the shelves
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As a former beauty advisor, I know how much shoppers love to get their hands on the latest must-have makeup products.
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Marks and Spencer beauty box gets you over £100 worth of items for £30
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Marks and Spencer has launched a brand new beauty box containing 'over £130' worth of skincare and fragrance - but shoppers can snap it up for £30
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Claudia Winkleman's tailored M&S trousers make stomach 'look flatter', shoppers say
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Claudia Winkleman has been wowing fans with her fashion choices lately, and these fitted trousers are another hit with fans
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Get a free 4K smart TV or £200 if you switch to Virgin Media before this deal ends
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Virgin Media will give customers a free Hisense 4K smart TV or £200 off their bills this month as it tempts customers away from Sky, BT and TalkTalk
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Where to pre-order the new Apple iPhone 16e for a much cheaper price
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The iPhone 16e is launching for pre-orders today and it might be the perfect phone for Brits who don't want to spend an absolute fortune. Pre-orders are set to open from 1pm
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Aldi's new handheld vacuum cleaner to rival Shark is £40 in their Specialbuy sale
The latest range of Aldi Specialbuys is set to be a hit with pet owners, with a huge selection of pet products available to buy in store and online from February 27
Warning issued to anyone who drinks coffee as fans urged to avoid common mistake
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A warning has been issued to anyone who likes to start their morning with a cup of coffee - and it's all to do with how you're disposing of it
Next's 'gorgeous' £48 fleece jacket that gets shoppers 'lots of compliments'
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The jacket is available in a variety of colours and has proved popular with Next shoppers
Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out
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Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside
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Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out
Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside
Chef's 'perfect' poached egg recipe includes 1 extra step for round shape
Food and Drink
Chef Thom Bateman, who has been sharing his recipes and cooking hacks on social media, says you can make the perfect poached eggs in minutes with a very simple extra step
Warning issued to anyone who drinks coffee as fans urged to avoid common mistake
Food and Drink
A warning has been issued to anyone who likes to start their morning with a cup of coffee - and it's all to do with how you're disposing of it
Chef shares fried eggs trick to make them tastier with one ingredient - not salt
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Fried eggs are a breakfast staple, but they can taste a bit bland if not cooked properly. Luckily, you can make sure your fried eggs are bursting with flavour with one simple trick
Coffee experts reveal how to store coffee to keep it fresh for longer
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With coffee being an important part of many people's days, it's important make sure your coffee tastes its best
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Emmerdale Joe Tate’s mysterious recently made his debut - and fans were left floored after they realised who the actor is that plays him
Emmerdale legend 'to return' after 26 years in Kim Tate twist - and she should be worried
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Emmerdale viewers are convinced a 90s legend will be returning to the Dales to help Joe Tate take down his step-grandmother Kim Tate
Emmerdale fans 'feel sick' as they 'know' what John has really done with Anthony's body
Emmerdale
Emmerdale John revealed where Anthony's body is - but some viewers are convinced he's lying
Coronation Street star's boyfriend makes unexpected cameo in ITV soap
Coronation Street
Coronation Street fans were stunned as they realised Rob Mallard, who plays Daniel Osbourne, had his real-life partner on the soap.
Emmerdale
Emmerdale fans only just realising Dingle icon has totally different real voice after 29 years
A Dingle icon on Emmerdale has left fans seriously baffled after hearing their real accent
Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out
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Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside
Garden centre's no-dogs policy is 'great news', say LeicestershireLive readers
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Gates said it has made the 'difficult decision' to ban dogs from its new garden centre
Driver crashed into wall on trip to buy cigarettes after having 'a lot to drink'
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Leanne Robbins was nearly three times the legal drink-driving limit
Update on personal tax allowance £20k - current rates and Treasury response
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The amount you can earn before being taxed hasn't risen since 2021