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That month the most popular topics were home, science, cleaning, china, car, Ikea, gardening, and food.

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The most “dangerous” object ever submerged by humans lies near the Arctic Pole — but Russian scientists have some rather reassuring news

by Hometown Journal

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The United States is relying on French expertise to revive this vital sector for American nuclear power: uranium enrichment

by Hometown Journal

Tags science

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The United Kingdom wants to reclaim its former glory with this program aimed at dominating a potential $3 trillion market: maritime nuclear power

by Hometown Journal

Tags science

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This new drill-free bamboo blind from IKEA is replacing shutters, here’s why it’s already a hit

by Rubila Bob

Tags home, Ikea

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China achieves an engineering feat with a world record for this hydrogen “super-turbine” capable of powering 5,500 homes

by Sonia Mullen

Tags china, science

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Japan is set to deploy its “technological jewel” in a bid for a world first, extracting rare earths from 20,000 feet below the surface of the ocean

by Rubila Bob

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At 408 mph, this drone has just set a Guinness-certified record and the best part is, it was entirely built in-house using a 3D printer

by Sonia Mullen

Tags science

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France is making a “major comeback” in this key nuclear sector with a contract worth over $1.1 billion for three turbines in Poland

by Sonia Mullen

Tags science

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Hydrangeas: this late-winter mistake ruins the entire year’s bloom (and most gardeners do it without realizing it)

by Hometown Journal

Tags gardening

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Few people know this, here’s why you shouldn’t wash towels and clothes together

by Hometown Journal

Tags cleaning

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Mechanics don’t talk about it, the battery’s real enemy isn’t the cold

by Rubila Bob

Tags car

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It’s no coincidence — movie theater seats are red for a very good reason

by Sonia Mullen

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Everyone notices this beige streak, but few people know the trick to get rid of it

by Rubila Bob

Tags cleaning, home

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Right after heating, this is the appliance that uses the most energy at home, especially in cold weather

by Rubila Bob

Tags home

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Few people know this: what’s the difference between brown eggs and white eggs?

by Sonia Mullen

Tags food

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Useful in summer, this button should never be switched on during the coldest months of the year

by Rubila Bob

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This is by far the best technique to remove limescale from the toilet, the bowl will be white again

by Rubila Bob

Tags cleaning

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One spoonful of this ingredient on the roots and your orchid will grow much faster

by Rubila Bob

Tags home

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Neither 140°F nor 190°F, discover the real right temperature to wash your sheets and eliminate bacteria

by Sonia Mullen

Tags home

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It’s a bad idea, here’s why you should never leave your keys in the door at night

by Hometown Journal

Tags home

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Few people really know this: what are the metal buttons on jeans actually for?

by Rubila Bob

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The lazy cleaner’s trick: just a few drops in water and your windows will shine like new until spring

by Sonia Mullen

Tags cleaning

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Many people think the tank is empty, but here’s what the “E” on the fuel gauge really means

by Hometown Journal

Tags car

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Best IKEA products to buy in 2026

by Rubila Bob

Tags home

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IKEA launches compact 20W USB-C charger for $3.99

by Sonia Mullen

Tags home

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The dirtiest spot in your microwave everyone forgets to clean

by Rubila Bob

Tags cleaning

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China activates its independent national internet infrastructure

by Hometown Journal

Tags china

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