All news by author: Freya Hodgson

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Are you satisfied with your local bus service - vote in our poll
West Yorkshire bus service Arriva has been ranked as the worst operator in England, with only 66% of satisfied passengers - but we want to know what you think about your local bus company
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Dentist warns common toothbrush habit can 'damage and decay' teeth
Reaching for the toothbrush after vomiting is common practice for many people, but dentist Dr Vikas Prinja has warned against this - and explained the best way to clean inside your mouth after being sick
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Princess Kate should not release the unedited Mother’s Day photo - poll results
The Royal Family has been urged to release the unedited Mother’s Day picture of Kate Middleton and her children, but more than 60% of Mirror readers have said that this move is unnecessary
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'Effectively' banish stubborn yellow mattress stains with 24p kitchen product
Sleeping on an old mattress could put you at risk of inhaling harmful bacteria, but cleaning expert Rebecca Swain has shared her nifty tips for lifting unsightly stains
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Should the royals release the unedited Mother's Day photo - vote in our poll
Nearly 20 'errors' were identified in The Princess of Wales' Mother's Day photo, but do you think the Royal Family should release the unedited version to regain the public's trust?
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Transform dull fences into a 'lush and leafy' outdoor space using easy trick
There's nothing worse than dull fences and walls tarnishing your gardening efforts, but green-fingered guru Chris Lucas has revealed his simple steps for sprucing up your outdoor space
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Achieve a perfectly level lawn in 'just 30-seconds' with gardener's easy trick
There's nothing worse than stepping onto a lumpy lawn, but gardening expert Bo Petterson has shared his easy trick for securing perfectly even grass in no time at all
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Fasting for Ramadan: 8 simple steps to avoid indigestion, bloating and more
As Muslims prepare for Ramadan, gastroenterologist Dr. Sara Mesilhy has shared her top tips for avoiding digestive disorders like heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion, and bloating which can make fasting difficult
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Mirror readers divided over Christian Horner's future as Red Bull team boss
We asked Mirror readers if they think Christian Horner should step down from his role as as Red Bull team principal following the recent controversy - and the responses were almost split evenly
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Stacey Solomon's trick to 'effectively' remove stains with 95p Aldi condiment
Removing pesky sticky tape stains can be frustrating, but Stacey Solomon and her Sort Your Life Out team have revealed a 95p kitchen cupboard essential that can easily lift the marks
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Dentist's 27p miracle solution for healthy teeth and gums amid oral care crisis
With around 90 percent of dental practices refusing to accept new NHS adult patients, dentist Dr Rahul Nehra has shared a nifty solution for healthy teeth and gums
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Send a free message this Mother's Day and spread some love using our flower map
Give back to the all-important ladies in your life this Mother's Day by planting a virtual flower and sharing a personalised message on our interactive tributes map
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Banish stubborn body fat with 15 minute shower trick - burns up to 350 calories
Research has shown that a 15-minute cold shower could slash 353 calories every day, as more than 25 percent of adults in England are reported to be living with obesity
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Restore 'stiff and scratchy' towels with efficient washing machine trick
It can be difficult to achieve long-lasting laundry softness, but cleaning expert Nancy Emery has warned that Brits are making common washing machine mistakes - that could be causing scratchy towels
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Unwind into a 'relaxing and restful' sleep with stylish £2.99 Lidl houseplant
With nearly 15% of Brits surviving on less than five hours of sleep every night, gardening expert Tiffany Dent has revealed how aloe vera could boost the quality of your shut-eye
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Achieve immaculate lawn edges with gardener's 'easy and effective' trick
Spotless lawn edges can inject new life into your outdoor space, so garden expert Bo Petterson has shared his simple trick for achieving clean borders in no time at all
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Stacey Solomon's Sort Your Life Out £3 toilet 'bombs' can banish bathroom odours
Cleaning the toilet is often considered a dreaded household chore, but Stacey Solomon and her Sort Your Life Out crew have revealed a simple trick for removing nasty odours effectively
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Should there be tougher fines for littering - vote in our poll
With more than 165,000 litter fines being issued in England in one year, we want to know if you think Brits should be faced with tougher fines for illegally discarding their rubbish
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Little-known lawn mower trick will give you 'thick and healthy' grass by summer
Mowing the lawn is a dreaded household chore, but gardening expert Bo Petterson has revealed a simple technique to guarantee healthy green grass in just a matter of weeks
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Stacey Solomon's 95p trick removes pesky pen stains 'effortlessly'
There's nothing worse than permanent marker stains on furniture, but Sort Your Life Out star Stacey Solomon has revealed how to banish the pesky marks with two nifty household products
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Should childcare costs be capped - vote in our poll to have your say
The Tories have been accused of delivering a "shoddy" policy as childcare costs have soared by 80% since they took to power in 2010 - and we want to hear your thoughts
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'Simple' finger breathing trick can help you sleep 'easily and naturally'
As financial worries remain the primary cause of sleep disruption in the UK, hypnotherapist Clare Longstaffe has developed a simple finger breathing technique to help people reclaim their rest
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Should the Royal Family be more outspoken about current affairs - have your say
Prince William has called for an "end to the fighting" as he voiced his concerns about the conflict in the Middle East - and we want to hear your thoughts on the topic
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Top tips for banishing mould - including common towel habit and laundry hack
A recent survey has revealed that 29% percent of Brits were grappling with damp and mould inside their homes, but an expert has revealed the common mistakes that make the problem worse
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Assisted dying should be legalised to give people 'dignity', say Mirror readers
Dame Esther Rantzen is calling on the government to legalise assisted dying to spare families 'painful last memories' - and nearly 80% of Mirror readers support the plans