New York City's iconic MetroCard is being retired on 31 December 2025, ending a 31-year era. The transit system fully transitions to the OMNY contactless payment system, saving millions annually. Discover the legacy and the future.
Nationwide Building Society urges eligible members to claim a free £50 payment. Check your account or cheque post before the January 1, 2026 deadline to avoid missing out.
Essential guide to January 2026 payment dates for Universal Credit, state pension and other benefits, plus key cost of living support available. Find out what help you can claim.
Millions in the UK will receive DWP payments like Universal Credit and State Pension early due to the Christmas bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
Nationwide Building Society customers have until 1 January 2026 to cash £50 'Thank You' cheques. We explain eligibility and how to claim your payment.
The DWP has announced altered payment dates for benefits and State Pensions over Christmas 2025. Find out when you'll be paid and what to do if your money is late.
UK banks can soon set custom contactless limits. New FCA rules from March 19 aim to boost convenience while keeping fraud protections. Discover how this affects your spending.
Nationwide reveals UK savers earned £436 interest on average in 2025, with many aiming to save £7,535 next year. Discover the top savings goals and expert tips to maximise your money.
Nationwide Building Society clarifies its payment rules after a customer query. Pending payments can last 7 days, while credit card payments take 72 hours to clear. Plus, details on how to get a £175 switching bonus.
An abandoned building in Bradford collapsed, sending a huge dust cloud over Dale Street. Emergency services are on scene. No injuries reported. Read the full eyewitness account.
A UK holidaymaker shares her surprise after a Swiss café let her enjoy a coffee and pay later, sparking a debate about trust in British society. Read the full story.
The DWP highlights Winter Fuel Payment, Warm Home Discount and Cold Weather Payment to help UK households with energy costs this winter. Check your eligibility now.
Discover the exclusive world of Le Bal des Débutantes 2024 where Spanish royalty, Hollywood heirs and fashion scions prepare for Paris's most glamorous society event. Meet this year's debutantes.
A huge fire engulfed a Grade II listed building on The Rock in Bury town centre. Four fire engines battled the blaze, with bricks falling from the structure. Read the latest updates.
The DWP reveals millions won't get the £25 Cold Weather Payment due to specific eligibility rules. Find out if you qualify and what alternative support is available in Scotland.
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of lime mortar while repairing their historic home. Learn how traditional methods protect heritage buildings and why lime outperforms modern cement.
Celebrating the life of Marjorie Ainsworth, whose 86-year volunteer work for Manchester and Salford Film Society earned her the prestigious Roebuck Cup. Discover how her passion shaped the UK film society movement.
Nationwide Building Society confirms all 605 UK branches will remain open until at least 2030, securing face-to-face banking for millions of members nationwide.
As a cold snap hits the UK, discover which DWP benefits do not qualify for the £25 Cold Weather Payment and what support is available in Scotland instead. Check your eligibility now.
Benefit recipients urged to check bank statements for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Find out if you qualify and how to spot the payment code. Don't miss out!
Nationwide reports a dip in mortgage lending to £4.7bn but a surge in income to £3.1bn following its Virgin Money takeover. The building society vows to keep all branches open until 2030.
Millions on benefits like Universal Credit and PIP will receive an automatic £10 tax-free payment in early December. Check if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
Indonesia rolls out a new digital payment pack for tourists in Bali, offering instant SIM and e-wallet access. A major step towards a cashless society for over 1.5 million Australian visitors.
The DWP has confirmed five groups who will not receive the 2025 winter fuel payment, despite meeting age criteria. Payments of £200-£300 are now reaching pensioners. Learn eligibility rules and scam warnings.
Nationwide Building Society reveals 133 locations where it is the last bank branch. Experts warn of financial exclusion risks. Discover the full list and what it means for your community.
Nationwide Building Society clarifies its overdraft fees, including 39.9% interest and a 28-day notice period. Discover how to manage your account and avoid unexpected charges.
Nationwide Building Society has extended its Branch Promise, keeping all UK locations open until at least 2030. Discover how this commitment benefits communities.
Millions of Britons await crucial DWP payments including State Pension, Universal Credit and PIP in November 2025. Get the complete schedule and cost of living update.
Nationwide Building Society issues urgent warning to customers about upcoming changes that could lock members out of accounts if action isn't taken within 60 days.
Discover how a determined couple is transforming a historic Worcestershire site into a breathtaking castle, facing unprecedented challenges in one of Channel 4's most dramatic building projects yet.