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2+ day, 19+ hour ago   (1277+ words) Solar panels can keep generating electricity for decades, but their output gradually decreases over time Today’s solar panels are built to last a long time, with most modern systems expected to keep producing electricity for up to three decades – and…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (691+ words) Households that heat their homes with oil or LPG can now get up to £9,000 towards an eligible heat pump installation – but the higher grant is only available until 31 March 2027 The Independent Home Channel is powered by Octopus Energy. If you…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (524+ words) From installation and running costs to winter warmth, noise and hot water, one family reveals what they learned after replacing their gas boiler with a heat pump The Independent Home Channel is powered by Octopus Energy. Swapping a gas boiler…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (389+ words) Auctioneer Charles Hanson said the dog has a ‘magical history’ An ancient Chinese jade dog, which was purchased for just £1 at a car boot sale, could fetch up to £10,000 at auction. Crafted from mottled black and green stone, the 8.5cm long…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (658+ words) Over £2.5bn has been earmarked for local mayors by the government The areas in line for a multi-billion pound boost in housing funding have been revealed as the government promises the “biggest council housebuilding revival in decades”. Around £10bn has been pledged…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (658+ words) Over £2.5bn has been earmarked for local mayors by the government The areas in line for a multi-billion pound boost in housing funding have been revealed as the government promises the “biggest council housebuilding revival in decades”. Around £10bn has been pledged…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (332+ words) Tropical Birdland in Desford said that ‘sudden heavy rainfall’ after the heatwaves had caused the mob’s tunnels to collapse Several meerkats have died after they became trapped under a collapsed tunnel at a wildlife park in Leicestershire. Rescuers were only…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (794+ words) Average house prices in commuter hotspots in more affordable parts of Britain are rising at a faster percentage rate than those in some pricier areas, according to a property website. Rightmove looked at asking prices for homes in commuter locations…...

3+ week, 4+ hour ago   (380+ words) The collector has ‘made quite a good return’, Wiltshire auction house says A damaged wooden pendant bought for under £100 eight months ago has sold at auction for £75,000, after triggering an international bidding war. The buyer originally spotted the late 18th- or…...