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A $225 shade cover ruined my beach day but America is smitten with them " enter the Shibumi summer
3+ hour, 19+ min ago (675+ words) Shibumis are storming America's beaches, promising a luxurious 150 square feet of shade. Ellie Muir spent a day with them at New York's Rockaway Beach " and has a plea for fellow beachgoers On a trip to New York's Rockaway Beach last…...
The home cooling solution that is cheaper for renters than air conditioning
6+ hour, 49+ min ago (422+ words) Many homes are converting their fossil fuel-powered heating and cooling systems to electric-powered heat pumps People who rent their homes, or don't have enough money to make major upgrades to their homes, have for many years been left out of…...
Fans vs air conditioners: Which to buy to beat the summer heat
7+ hour, 48+ min ago (1479+ words) It's getting hot in here, but there's no need to take off all your clothes Another week, another sweltering heatwave. With temperatures predicted to reach a sweaty 32 C, it's only going to get hotter. Thankfully, there are much better ways…...
Eight secrets to sleeping well in hot weather, according to the experts
8+ hour, 3+ min ago (914+ words) When temperatures rise, sleep often suffers. Hot nights can make it harder to fall asleep, increase waking during the night and leave people feeling less rested the next day. One reason is thermoregulation, the body's ability to keep its internal…...
Doctor explains how the school holidays affect your child's brain
8+ hour, 3+ min ago (789+ words) As school holidays usher in later bedtimes and increased screen time, the structured rhythm of term-time often gives way to a more relaxed schedule. While this newfound freedom can initially excite young children, prolonged periods without a consistent routine can…...
What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion " and how is it different from heatstroke?
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What to eat in a heatwave " 5 foods recommended by experts
9+ hour, 28+ min ago (170+ words) The Independent What to eat in a heatwave " 5 foods recommended by experts - Watermelon, comprising over 90 per cent water, is excellent for hydration and provides vitamins C and A, along with "electrolytes such as potassium, according to Sejal Jacob, a registered…...
Our favourite neck fan is perfect for a heatwave commute " and it's only "8
10+ hour, 40+ min ago (306+ words) Get hands-free heat relief while on the move With the UK firmly in the grips of another heatwave, keeping cool is becoming somewhat of a daily struggle. From sticky commutes to the never-ending plight to get a good nights sleep,…...
Shark's new cooling fan is "seriously powerful" " and it's still in stock
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (460+ words) Shark's first portable fan combines a misting spray, fan and cooling plate Just as the UK's latest heatwave had begun to ease, forecasters are warning temperatures could climb back to around 30 C in parts of the country again. If you've…...