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12 home solar power myths you shouldn’t fall for in 2026

12 home solar power myths you shouldn’t fall for in 2026

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Solar savings depend heavily on location. Solar panels can cause burns, shock, or death. Plug-in solar needs a battery during power cuts. Renewable energy is a topic that seems to be mired in a fog of war of myths and nonsense. It seems that everyone has an opinion, and a polarized opinion at that, and myths and nonsense are common on both sides of the debate. And these myths aren’t helping people who want to figure out if solar is for them or, if they’ve taken the plunge, get the most out of their investment. Also: Considering plug-in solar? My expert advice after setting up the DIY energy tech at home Time to do some mythbusting. I’ve been using portable solar generators and solar panels for years, from small 100 W portable units to arrays that can capture thousands, to simple but effective plug-in solar systems that shave a few bucks a month off the power bill. I know what I’m …

Politics Home Article | John Healey Resigns As Defence Secretary Over Military Spending Plans

Politics Home Article | John Healey Resigns As Defence Secretary Over Military Spending Plans

(Alamy) 3 min read1 hr John Healey has resigned as defence secretary warning that Keir Starmer’s military spending plans fall way short. Healey announced his resignation on Thursday, saying he had been “left with no other option” but to quit having been presented with details of how much additional money the government was planning to spend on defence. He singled out the Treasury for criticism, saying it was “unwilling” to “commit the resources that the nation needs to defend the country at this time of rising threats”. Following Healey’s resignation, Times Radio also reported that defence minister Al Carns has said the DIP is “not fit for purpose” and Starmer has “got to sort this out”. Healey is considered a Starmer loyalist and his resignation will be seen as a major blow to the Prime Minister. His letter said that Starmer had been “unable” to commit the necessary funding, raising fresh questions about his authority. The PM is fighting to stay in power amid the prospect of leadership challenges from Andy Bunham and Wes Streeting. The government is expected to …

Insane moment thug ‘firebomb’ imam’s family home in Bolton in horrific attack | UK | News

Insane moment thug ‘firebomb’ imam’s family home in Bolton in horrific attack | UK | News

Chilling CCTV footage has captured the moment the home of an imam and his family appeared to be “firebombed” in an attack. The terrifying incident unfolded at a property in Eastgrove Avenue, Sharples, Bolton, shortly after 9pm on Wednesday. Footage obtained by the MEN appears to show a man dressed in dark clothing and wearing a helmet running onto the driveway before a blaze erupts outside the house. Hassan Patel, 42, who lives at the property with his wife, four young children and his nephew, was not at home when the attack happened. His family escaped unhurt, but he said the ordeal had left them deeply shaken.Mr Patel, principal for Islamic Education at Taiyabah Masjid on Blackburn Road and an imam at Masjid e Aish on Seymour Road, said police were investigating the incident. He said: “I am shaken by it all really, and the children are shaken. It is a quiet community. We have not had any issues before.” “Everybody is concerned. They are asking why this has happened. The police are investigating. We …

Tim Allen Blames ‘Home Improvement’ Reboot Holdup on Onscreen Sons

Tim Allen Blames ‘Home Improvement’ Reboot Holdup on Onscreen Sons

Tim Allen is revealing the reason he says the Home Improvement reboot is “stuck.” During an interview with Us Weekly, the actor was asked for an update after sharing his hopes in recent years for a potential spinoff of the 1990s sitcom. “They keep talking about how it could move forward, but they get stuck [because] there are some personality problems right now with the boys,” Allen said, referring to the actors who played his onscreen sons in the show, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas and Taran Noah Smith. “They’ve got their own issues,” the Toy Story voice actor added. “I always thought it would be cool if it was a story about them. That’s a little challenging right now, to put it mildly.” Home Improvement, which ran for eight seasons from 1991 to 1999, followed Tim “The Tool Man” Taylor (Allen), an accident-prone television host raising three mischievous boys — Brad (Bryan), Randy (Thomas) and Mark (Smith) — with his wife (Patricia Richardson), co-host (Richard Karn) and eccentric neighbor (Earl Hindman). Since the …

Airbnb giving away World Cup tickets with select home bookings — here’s what to know

Airbnb giving away World Cup tickets with select home bookings — here’s what to know

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Airbnb has announced a new booking deal that could score guests tickets to the 2026 Fifa World Cup. The quadrennial international men’s soccer championship — jointly hosted across Canada, Mexico and the U.S. this year — is set to begin June 11, with an opening match between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium. The 48-team tournament will be held in 16 cities across the three host countries, with the final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Throughout June and July, select Airbnb stays in the 16 cities will include free tickets to a scheduled match from the knockout stages to the final for each guest staying at the property. However, only listings with a soccer ball …

Independent 20th Century Finds a New Home in the Breuer

Independent 20th Century Finds a New Home in the Breuer

Independent launched Independent 20th Century in 2022 in the Battery Maritime Building, a Beaux-Arts landmark overlooking New York Harbor. This fall, the fair is moving uptown to Marcel Breuer’s former Whitney Museum building, now Sotheby’s global headquarters. The fifth edition of Independent 20th Century will run from September 24–27 at the Breuer, bringing together 56 exhibitors and presentations devoted to artists and movements from across the 20th century. More than 130 artists will be featured, with roughly 80 percent of the presentations dedicated to one or two artists. For Independent founder Elizabeth Dee, the move marks more than a change of address. Related Articles “This is a rebirth of a new concept for us,” Dee told ARTnews. “We’re moving from downtown to uptown. We’re moving from an early 20th-century icon, the Battery Maritime Building, to the Breuer, which is a mid-century modernist icon.” The new venue has allowed the fair to grow substantially. Independent 20th Century will be nearly twice the size of previous editions, giving organizers room not only for more galleries but also for …

Politics Home Article | PM Says Belfast Rioters “Will Face The Full Force Of The Law”

Politics Home Article | PM Says Belfast Rioters “Will Face The Full Force Of The Law”

The Prime Minister said those responsible for the violence and disorder would “feel the full force of the law”. (Alamy) 2 min read4 hr Keir Starmer has said that rioters who set fire to homes and cars in Belfast on Tuesday night targeted people because of their background, warning that he will not “tolerate it”. He added that there is “no justification” for people “who encouraged it, online or elsewhere”. The violent unrest in Northern Ireland on Tuesday night came after a man was charged with attempted murder in Belfast following a knife attack in the city, with footage of the attack shared widely on social media.  The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said yesterday that the alleged attacker was of Sudanese descent and in his 30s. On Wednesday, he was named as Hadi Alodid. He is appearing in court this morning, accused of attempted murder. The court has heard that the victim, who remains in hospital, has lost his left eye as a result of the attack. Footage showed rioters setting fire to vehicles and houses in …

What some mobile home park residents see after investors buy in

What some mobile home park residents see after investors buy in

Jennifer Ludovice, a spokeswoman for Equity LifeStyle Properties — the owner of Colony Cove, where Calabrese lives — said the company works hard to “provide a community that residents are proud to call home.” She added that rent increased an average of 4.2% annually between 2017 and 2026 and that its costs are “attractive compared to other housing options in the area.” No bar on takeovers There are 7.2 million occupied mobile homes across the U.S., accounting for 5.4% of the nation’s housing, according to census data. Many park residents are seniors on fixed incomes, people with disabilities and families with limited means. Most of the communities are in Southern states, such as Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi; in New Mexico, 15% of homes are manufactured housing, the highest percentage in the nation. Although the costs of buying a manufactured home are rising, they remain well below what it costs to buy a new single-family home, data shows. The U.S. census says the cost of a new mobile home averaged $131,200 in 2025, compared with $530,000 …

The TikTok ‘hacks’ and home treatments putting dogs’ lives at risk

The TikTok ‘hacks’ and home treatments putting dogs’ lives at risk

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Pet owners are being urged to exercise extreme caution when seeking veterinary advice on platforms like TikTok, following a warning from a leading animal charity. The People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) has cautioned that popular online “hacks” and home remedies could inadvertently endanger pets’ lives. The PDSA has seen viral clips encouraging owners to administer ibuprofen to dogs for injuries, despite the drug being highly toxic to animals. Veterinary surgeon Cat Henstridge, who shares pet care advice to her 400,000 followers, said the golden rule is to always “run it past your vet first”. Ms Henstridge, known online as @cat_the_vet, emphasised: “Ibuprofen is 100 per cent off the menu for all pets and paracetamol is very toxic for cats.” The People’s Dispensary for …

Short on time? Try this five-minute abs workout to build core strength from home

Short on time? Try this five-minute abs workout to build core strength from home

You don’t need an expensive gym membership, or to spend hours training each week, to build core strength. Quick and easy, equipment-free workouts can help you fit movement into your day—even when you’re short on time. “Consistency matters more than intensity,” fitness trainer Liam Hogan tells Fit&Well. “Completing short workouts two to four times per week can help build confidence, routine, and long-term exercise habits without feeling overwhelming.” Latest Videos From Hogan has designed a five-minute core workout for beginners that can be done anywhere, and without the need for any equipment. “The focus is on building stability, improving posture and strengthening the core with exercises that are beginner-friendly,” says Hogan, who is head of fitness at VEYR, an AI-powered fitness app. You may like Try Hogan’s five-minute beginner-friendly abs workout below. For more personalized workouts that are adapted based on your available time, equipment and environment, check out the VEYR fitness app. How to do the five-minute abs workout Hogan’s five-minute ab workout consists of four exercises with no equipment needed. Start your week …