BEVERLY Hills cop actor John Ashton has tragically died aged 76.
The legend’s TV and film career spans over a whopping 50 years, including Little Big League and Midnight Run.
Ashton died of cancer on Thursday in Fort Collins, Colorado, which his heartbroken family and representatives announced in a statement.
In Beverly Hills Cop films, Ashton played John Taggart and worked with a star-studded cast including Eddie Murphy.
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GETTING laundry dry inside at this time of year can seem like a mammoth task.
Especially when the majority of people are doing their utmost to keep energy bills down by not using the tumble dryer.
So it’s no wonder they’re turning to other ideas and suggestions for getting their wet washing dry inside in the autumn and winter.
And one woman – a huge fan of cleaning guru Mrs Hinch – took to Facebook to share her store find, which she insisted is a laundry game changer.
“Any tips on drying clothes quickly that are on an airer when the heating is not on?” one person asked in the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips group.
Yvette was quick to reply, as she wrote: “One of these costs me around 25p an hour to dry the clothes.
“And that’s all it takes to dry one big load of washing!
“Game changer.”
She also shared a screenshot of the exact drying pod she’d picked up for £55 from Dunelm.
And the positive reviews kept on coming on the Dunelm website, with one person writing: “Works well and I really like it having the cover so it keeps everything enclosed in one place so easy to dry things that can’t be put in the tumble dryer.
“I don’t have to have things hanging round the room making the house look untidy.”
“Great product, easy to use and great value for money,” another raved.
The 800w pod features a “PTC ceramic heating element for reliable performance” and a “convenient 3-hour timer for customisable drying cycles”.
On the Dunelm site, they also said they’d worked it out to be cheaper in cost to run than Yvette had calculated – at just 18p per hour.
Someone else recommended a similar drying pod from Lakeland, writing: “I use a Drysoon and love it.
“Fits loads on it, pop the cover on and turn it on.
“According to my meter it uses about the same as a slow cooker.”
“Lakeland dry soon heated airer. A brilliant invention,” another agreed.
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Other people responding to the Facebook post shared their own suggestions, with a popular one being a dehumidifier.
“I’d highly recommend a dehumidifier if you’re drying inside,” one wrote.
“It dries washing quicker but also gets rid of the moisture…otherwise all that moisture from the washing is going into your house and can cause mould spores,” another agreed.
As a third said: “A dehumidifier works really well. I use mine a lot in the winter and much cheaper than a tumble drier!”
NOW that Autumn is here, it means one thing – it’s silverfish season.
Silverfish are tiny and hard to spot, but these small silver insects can be found scurrying around your home, and if you spot them, you could be facing a big problem.
These shiny silver insects, shaped like a teardrop, thrive in damp, humid conditions and love areas with water and moisture.
But if the thought of a silverfish scuttling along your bedroom floor sends shivers down your spine, fear not, as we spoke to a pest control expert to find out how to banish them, and for good.
Fantastic Pest Control‘s pest technician Mihail Velev, told Fabulous: “Adult silverfish are a wingless insect species which are around two centimetres in length.
“This silver-coloured pest has a shiny body with fine fish-like scales and two front antennae. It also has three bristle-like attachments on the back end of the body.
“The reason they’re called silverfish is because of their silver-coloured body and the fish-like movements they make when they move.
“These pests are very common all around the world and, even though they’re generally harmless, they can still be unpleasant when they infest a home.”
Mihail explained silverfish are most commonly found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, old books, classrooms, and showers, which are all typical areas with high humidity and moisture.
The pest pro added: “This is because moisture provides them with favourable living conditions, as is the case with many other pests.
“Silverfish are known to feed on materials containing starch and can find sustenance in water-damaged paper products, cardboard and even certain types of glues used in construction materials.
“The most common time of the year to find these pests in your house is generally Autumn because that’s when temperatures outside start to drop, and they look for warmth and humidity indoors.”
According to Mihail, you’re more likely to spot silverfish at night, as he continued: “Silverfish are nocturnal pests. This is because they generally prefer dark spaces and during the day, they will hide anywhere in undisturbed corners or areas and come out at night to look for food.”
But Mihail claimed that whilst silverfish might not look that friendly, they aren’t inherently harmful.
These pests are very common all around the world and, even though they’re generally harmless, they can still be unpleasant when they infest a home
Mihail Velev
He claimed: “In most cases, silverfish aren’t harmful. They rarely bite and don’t have the capacity to puncture human skin because of their weak jaws.
“They also aren’t known to carry any disease or cause infections.
“However, sometimes, they can trigger allergic reactions and cause respiratory problems, specifically for people with pre-existing health conditions.
“Because of this, they are mainly only a nuisance and can’t hurt a person. Despite that, keep in mind that they can contaminate your food when they leave their faeces around your home, so you’ll need to make sure you deal with them on time.”
Abigail Wilson, a Senior Digital Writer at Fabulous, has revealed what it was really like to live with silverfish when at University…
She said: “Moving to halls can be an exciting experience, filled with new friendships and academic challenges.
“However, it also comes with its fair share of inconveniences.
“But whilst I thought what I was going to make for dinner, or missing home, would be my biggest problems, it turned out that one of the most unsettling issues was the presence of silverfish.
“I remember the first time I ever saw one…I woke up and spotted it scurrying across my bedroom floor.
“It made me CRINGE and from then on, they appeared to pop up all over my tiny room.
“For many students, silverfish are merely a nuisance. These small, wingless insects are harmless to humans and don’t pose any health risks.
“They tend to scuttle away when the lights are turned on, making them more of an annoyance than a threat.
“However, their presence can be unsettling. The mere thought of sharing your living space with these creepy crawlies can make even the most resilient student uneasy.
“The presence of silverfish often points to larger issues of cleanliness and maintenance within university accommodations – tiny, damp rooms are breeding grounds for these insects, and their presence could indicate problems such as leaks or inadequate cleaning.
“They may seem like a minor issue in the grand scheme of things, but I’ll definitely never forget it, and am thankful I haven’t seen one since (fingers crossed).”
If you’ve spotted silverfish in your home and are looking to get rid of them, Mihail has shared everything you need to know.
He advised: “In general, to get rid of silverfish, you’ll need to use preventative practices. Keep your kitchen floors, counters and cupboards clean.
“Wipe down any bookcases, closet shelves, and door and window frames.
“Vacuum any hidden spots, such as behind the oven, microwave, toaster, and refrigerator. Declutter the areas where you see silverfish and consider using a pest control spray to kill silverfish on contact if the infestation is severe.
They can contaminate your food when they leave their faeces around your home
Mihail Velev
“Besides that, because they’re attracted to high humidity, consider installing and using exhaust fans in the bathrooms, kitchens and other areas prone to high humidity and using a dehumidifier to maintain optimal humidity levels between 40-60%.
“Fix any leaks promptly, seal any potential entry points for them, such as cracks, gaps and crevices in your walls, floors and around pipes, and remove any potential silverfish food sources by storing your food items in airtight containers.
“Some other things you can use as natural silverfish repellents include diatomaceous earth, which you can sprinkle in areas with silverfish presence. It’s a natural drying agent that dehydrates and kills them.
“Consider also using cedar-based products, such as cedar blocks or cedar oil, which is a natural repellent for silverfish.”
When you’re dealing with silverfish, keep in mind that consistency is key and silverfish control requires ongoing efforts
Mihail Velev
Mihail also revealed the £1.49 buy from The Range that they can’t stand – lavender oil – as he recommended: “You can also make use of essential oils with silverfish-repelling properties, such as lavender, citrus or cinnamon.
“You can soak cotton balls in them and place them in infested areas.
“Another product to use includes boric acid powder which you can apply in cracks, crevices and other possible hiding spots. Boric acid is an effective insecticide that’s relatively safe for humans and pets when used appropriately.
Fantastic Pest Control's pest technician Mihail Velev told Fabulous:
“Usually, it takes four to six weeks for a silverfish to transform from an egg to a nymph and then to an adult.
“The eggs will usually hatch in three to six weeks and newly hatched silverfish basically look like adult specimens and will acquire the distinctive silver and shiny appearance within 40 days from hatching.
“They have a lifespan ranging from two to eight years and a female specimen usually hatches up to 100 eggs in its lifetime, which amounts to three to 20 eggs per day.
“This makes their presence hard to detect right away and, often, they are found a lot later after their arrival inside a home.”
“In any case, when you’re dealing with silverfish, keep in mind that consistency is key and silverfish control requires ongoing efforts.
“Consistently implement preventive measures and monitor for any signs of re-infestation.
“Besides that, address other possible pest infestations. Silverfish may be attracted to areas infested by other pests and addressing other pest problems can also help with silverfish control.”
But if you’ve tried everything and nothing seems to work, Mihail explained: “If there is a large number of silverfish in your home, the infestation persists and you’re worried about your or someone in your household’s health, it will be best to call a professional pest control service.
“They can conduct a thorough inspection, identify the source of the infestation and apply targeted treatments.”
UK house prices have grown at their fastest rate in the past two years, according to Nationwide.
The building society says house prices increased by 0.7% in September, up from 2.4% in August to 3.2%.
This is the fastest pace since November 2022 when there was a 4.4% rise.
The average UK house price in September is £266,094, which is an increase from £265,375 in August.
The news follows a pretty subdued period for the property market, with wider economic factors like wage stagnation and political uncertainty hitting the market hard.
Robert Gardner, Nationwide’s chief economist, said: “Average prices are now around 2% below the all-time highs recorded in summer 2022.
“Income growth has continued to outstrip house price growth in recent months while borrowing costs have edged lower amid expectations that the Bank of England will continue to lower interest rates in the coming quarters.
“These trends have helped to improve affordability for prospective buyers and underpinned a modest increase in activity and house prices, though both remain subdued by historic standards.”