A broken figurine, smashed door and a burnt carpet were all claims related to the last World cup, with one insurer calling on fans to be more careful.
Homes across the nation have been invaded by a contingent of pint-sized pixies - here's a guide to some of the mischief you should be prepared for.
The RSPCA is pleading with homes to regularly clean garden feeders and water bowls over fears that birds will pick up fatal diseases this winter.
An urgent safety alert has been issued for baby self-feeding pillows and parents are being urged to stop using them immediately.
Health officials say they're increasingly concerned about the high numbers of children needing hospital treatment for flu while vaccine uptake falls.
Tens of thousands of learner drivers have needed to take six or more practical tests before passing, figures reveal, with Covid-19 partly to blame.
Homeowners are flocking to rent out driveways and parking spaces for extra cash as the cost of living crisis deepens, say those behind a parking app.
The Met Office has released the first of its long range weather forecasts for December including the chances of snow for the Christmas period.
The RSPCA is facing rising costs and record numbers of abandoned animals in need of care and is begging people not to dump their pets this winter.
Energy firms are being warned not to unfairly increase direct debits for customers now using less as ministers push for 'more reflective' bills.
Royal Mail is changing the deadline for customers to use up old-style stamps without a barcode.
Tesco is rebranding its 'reduced to clear' items marked with yellow labels because it says more customers now want to regularly buy discounted food.
The World Cup is about to start but with so many daytime games fans must be sure of TV Licensing rules before watching a game while at work.
Shop shortages, avian flu and rising costs are leading to an egg crisis - so what are the alternatives when you can't lay your hands to a dozen?
Supermarkets, including Asda, are beginning to limit the numbers of eggs customers can buy as shortages across stores continue.
Every year the Royal Mint releases unique and commemorative coins but how can you find out if money you've got at home is rare or valuable?
Heavy rain and crumbling roads, says the AA, is leading to patrols getting an extra 225 calls each day this month to vehicles damaged by potholes.
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Visitors to the Royal Mint's website are facing virtual queues as collectors rush to buy the first Sovereign coin featuring King Charles.
Royal Mail is asking customers to send Christmas post in good time as the service faces more strike action ahead of its busiest period.
Supermarket Asda is currently recalling two items of children's clothing over safety fears.
