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Sand containing asbestos found on online marketplaces

Which? testing has resulted in more recalls for sand kits that contain asbestos. Find out more about the issue and what you should do if you’re concerned

01 Jun 2026

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Home & garden

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I'm a busy mum - these are my top lawn hacks for time-poor parents

Achieving a lush lawn isn’t as time consuming as you think with these simple steps

21 May 2026

The latest product recalls and safety alerts from Which?

02 Jun 2026

Colorful LEGO sets of various themes—including Friends, Disney, and Harry Potter

Best Lego deals 2026

02 Jun 2026

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Dishwasher vs handwashing: which is the most efficient method?

02 Jun 2026

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5 things to not do in your garden

02 Jun 2026

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Technology

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Switching mobile provider? Here's one big mistake to avoid

It's true that switching can be easy, but you'll still want to avoid these common pitfalls on the way

01 Jun 2026

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Best Nintendo Switch deals 2026

02 Jun 2026

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Best Xbox deals 2026

02 Jun 2026

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Best PlayStation 5 deals 2026

02 Jun 2026

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How to get your TV ready for the World Cup this summer

01 Jun 2026

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Money

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Government launches AI chatbot – can it be trusted with tax questions?

You can ask questions across a range of topics, from tax to childcare and apprenticeships

01 Jun 2026

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What's happening to buy-to-let mortgage rates?

02 Jun 2026

What's happening to house prices?

02 Jun 2026

'I’ve earned £600 in cashback – here’s how the latest deals compare'

02 Jun 2026

5 inheritance tax rules to know when gifting money in 2026

01 Jun 2026

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Health

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Can eating more fibre make you look younger?

It's not just about gut health. How hitting your 30g daily fibre target can fight skin ageing, calm inflammation and more

02 Jun 2026

Ashwagandha: stress buster or health risk?

01 Jun 2026

Why it's harder to sleep as you get older – and what to do about it

28 May 2026

Why you don’t need to spend big to look good and sleep better

28 May 2026

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What are the healthier crisp choices?

22 May 2026

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Appliances

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A handwritten 'OUT OF ORDER' sign"is taped across the handles of a closed stainless steel, French-door fridge freezer in a kitchen.

What to do when your fridge freezer breaks down

Save your food and the day with our step-by-step guide to what to do when disaster strikes your fridge freezer

02 Jun 2026

A father and daughter playfully put laundry into a washing machine, surrounded by colorful chairs and a laundry basket.

Cut your laundry costs by £134 this year

28 May 2026

A person holds a smartphone above an open dishwasher, checking controls while a plate sits inside the appliance.

5 genuinely useful smart dishwasher features

27 May 2026

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Air fryer recipe fails: what causes them and how to fix them

15 May 2026

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5 essential oven features for home bakers

15 May 2026

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Baby & child

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Maxi-Cosi recalls Isofix car seat

The popular car seat brand identified a potential misuse scenario on the Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix Slide Pro base

29 May 2026

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8 pushchairs with buggy boards we love

26 May 2026

A group of moms with strollers walks along a park path, surrounded by greenery and blooming flowers, enjoying a sunny day.

Revealed: 5 most popular pushchair reviews on Which?

30 Apr 2026

A young child in a pink watermelon-patterned swimsuit sits on the sand, while an adult applies sunscreen to their arm.

11 summer safety hazards every parent needs to know about

29 Apr 2026

Kinderkraft Mink Pro 2 failing car seat test

Shocking video footage shows Kinderkraft car seat come loose in crash test

09 Apr 2026

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Cars

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Two SUVs jump starting on the side of the road.

Revealed: the surprising fault affecting new hybrids and EVs

The latest Which? car survey has revealed that a large proportion of hybrids, plug-in hybrids and EVs from a selection of brands are suffering the same problem

29 May 2026