Explained in plain English
Cooling your home cheaply
Making your home cooler doesn't always mean expensive air conditioning. Simple steps like drawing curtains during the day, opening windows at night, and using fans strategically can make a big difference. Insulating your loft or walls can also keep heat out in summer and warmth in during winter, potentially saving you money on energy bills year-round.
Stories that explain this
Two in three people struggled to sleep during June heatwaveThis explainer came from a news story
BriefTea explains every UK news story in 80 words — and when a story assumes something you don't know, its Knowledge Galaxy maps the background so you can explore until it makes sense. Free, no ads, no paywall.
Get BriefTea on the App Store