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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why More People Are Putting a Sponge in Their Washing Machines: The Viral Trick That Improves Your Clothes

A viral trick involving the addition of a sponge in washing machines is gaining popularity as it helps to capture lint, hair, and debris during the wash cycle.

Feb 27 • 19:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The millionaire actor's sudden change of circumstances? Washing clothes at a hand pump on the roadside

A viral video shows comedian-actor Sunil Grover washing his clothes at a roadside hand pump, surprising his fans.

Feb 19 • 11:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Spinning in the washer at 800, 1,000, 1,200 or 1,400 rpm? What you need where – and when we ruin our clothes

The article discusses the implications of different spin cycle speeds in washing machines and their effects on fabric durability.

Feb 14 • 13:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Do 90% of people make these mistakes while washing clothes?

A majority of people mistakenly believe that more detergent leads to better cleaning when washing clothes, which can actually cause damage.

Feb 14 • 08:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How much detergent should be used while washing clothes? 90% of people are making a big mistake!

Many people mistakenly believe that using more detergent leads to cleaner clothes when washing, but this can actually damage fabrics and lead to skin allergies.

Feb 14 • 04:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bem-te-vi promotes unprecedented action washing the clothes of the Giant Dolls of Olinda

Bem-te-vi launched a unique initiative washing the clothes of the Giant Dolls in Olinda, emphasizing cultural heritage and product promotion.

Feb 9 • 16:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Octopus Energy '30 degree' rule may cut £27 off energy bills

Octopus Energy suggests households can save on energy bills by washing clothes at 30 degrees and air-drying laundry.

Feb 9 • 11:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

What are the most common mistakes when using the washing machine that damage clothes and reduce the lifespan of the appliance

Common mistakes in using washing machines can cause significant damage to both clothing and the appliance itself, according to experts.

Feb 8 • 01:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Why do the odors of sports clothes not disappear with washing? Steps to eliminate sweat bacteria

Sports clothes often retain strong odors after washing, particularly those made from synthetic fibers, which raises questions about traditional washing methods and encourages the search for effective solutions to eliminate these odors caused by sweat bacteria.

Feb 5 • 15:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Chemist warns: "Never wear new clothes without washing them first"

A chemist warns that it is essential to wash new clothes before wearing them to ensure safety and hygiene.

Feb 4 • 20:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Are clothes not clean even after washing in the washing machine? These mistakes could be the reason

The article discusses common mistakes that lead to clothes not being cleaned properly in a washing machine and offers simple solutions.

Feb 2 • 16:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Life & Tech

My washing machine has eaten £1,000 of clothes

A reader seeks help after their Grundig washer/dryer destroyed a substantial amount of their clothing, leading to financial loss.

Jan 27 • 11:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Stop wringing out hand washed clothes as 1 kitchen gadget works much better

A woman has revealed a kitchen gadget that effectively removes excess water from hand-washed delicate clothes, significantly reducing drying time.

Jan 14 • 15:45 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Álvaro Fernández, pharmacist, on whether to wash clothes before wearing them: "Even if it's new and comes with a label, it's not clean"

Pharmacist Álvaro Fernández discusses the importance of washing new clothes before wearing them, asserting that they may not be clean despite being new and labeled.

Jan 8 • 10:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Boy, 14, mauled to death by crocodile in front of horrified school friends

A 14-year-old boy named Muhammad Rafli Hamzah was killed by a crocodile while washing clothes in a river in Indonesia, witnessed by his school friends.

Jan 6 • 11:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Number 1 laundry mistake

Laundry expert Kelli reveals a common error people make that results in clothes coming out of the wash dirty and smelling bad.

Jan 3 • 10:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Why new (unwashed) clothing does not absorb odors as quickly as old (washed) clothes?

The article discusses the reasons why newly purchased unwashed clothes do not absorb odors as quickly as previously washed clothes, emphasizing the importance of washing clothes before first use.

Jan 2 • 20:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

If you want to preserve your clothes, learn to read labels: Here’s what the individual symbols mean

The article highlights the importance of understanding clothing care labels to prevent damage like fading, shrinking, or fiber damage due to incorrect washing practices.

Dec 30 • 15:30 UTC

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