Melanie Kaidan

Wasps can be deterred from British gardens by reducing potential nesting sites and food sources, such as cluttered sheds, crevices, sugary residues and rotting fruit. A homemade spray made from 500 millilitres of water, washing-up liquid, geranium essential oil and clove can be applied every few days around seating areas, sheds, decking and storage containers. Regular cleaning, inspections and replacing cardboard boxes with secure airtight containers are also recommended.

An Italian chef outlines three methods for enhancing tomato sauce, emphasising over-ripe tomatoes, slow roasting to deepen flavour and using fresh produce rather than refrigerated tomatoes. The recipe features vine-ripened tomatoes roasted with garlic, sugar, seasoning, tomato purée and olive oil, finished with basil and paired with pasta such as orecchiette and Parmigiano Reggiano.

Travelers using budget airlines face stricter scrutiny of hand luggage, with warnings that overpacking or carrying unnecessary items may lead to additional fees. Trtl Travel CEO Matthew Corrigan urges passengers to pack strategically by avoiding bulky essentials typically provided by accommodations, choosing travel-sized toiletries, and wearing heavier clothing onto the plane to save space.