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Mother spared jail over £285k cannabis smuggling

A young mother avoided prison after smuggling cannabis from Thailand, claiming traffickers threatened to murder her child. Read the full court details and the surge in UK drug mule arrests.

US Christmas Tree Tariffs Push Prices Up 15%

New US tariffs have increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10-15%. Despite this, large-scale production remains in Asia due to cost and labour, with 80% of Americans opting for fake trees.

US Private Jobs Fall 32,000 in November

US private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000 in November, the largest drop since March 2023. Economists caution against overreacting to the ADP data. Read the full analysis.

Costco Sues Trump Over Emergency Tariff Powers

US wholesale giant Costco files lawsuit against Trump administration, alleging misuse of emergency powers to impose tariffs. The retailer warns importers may lose refunds even if duties are unlawful.

Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Blamed on Sandwich

Spain's military is deployed after an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, potentially caused by a contaminated sausage sandwich. Key exports to the UK and China are halted.

Costco Sues Trump to Recoup Billions in Tariff Payments

Retail giant Costco files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking a full refund of billions paid in tariffs if the Supreme Court deems them unlawful. Explore the legal battle and its impact on prices.

Retailers Urge Faster End to Import Tax Break

British retailers demand immediate end to £150 import tax break, calling current system unfair to UK businesses. Government urged to act before April 2026 deadline.

UK closes £135 import duty loophole for parcels

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the end of the £135 import duty exemption for small overseas parcels, a move set to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.

UK ends £135 import duty exemption for parcels

Chancellor Rachel Reeves closes the import duty loophole for small parcels under £135, aiming to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.

Why Your Food Shop Keeps Getting More Expensive

UK food inflation climbs to 4.9% as climate change, supply chain costs and new regulations push up prices for essentials like beef, butter and chocolate. Discover the real reasons behind your rising grocery bill.

King Charles marks 2 years of food waste project

King Charles visited Fortnum & Mason to celebrate the second anniversary of his Coronation Food Project, which has redistributed millions of meals from surplus food to tackle UK hunger.

Supreme Court rejects Trump's tariff revival bid

In a significant legal setback for Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court has rejected the former president's bid to revive controversial tariff policies, marking a pivotal moment for American trade relations.

Full English Breakfast Prices Soar in Cost Crisis

Britain's beloved Full English breakfast faces unprecedented price hikes as key ingredient costs skyrocket, putting the traditional fry-up at risk of becoming unaffordable for many families.

Trump Tariffs May Double UK Pasta Prices

Former President Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs could cause pasta prices to skyrocket in Britain, with experts warning of severe impact on household budgets and inflation.

Jamaica declares disaster over deepening food crisis

Jamaica declares state of emergency over food security as shortages threaten millions. Government implements radical measures including price controls and emergency imports to combat worsening crisis.

50+ Ways to Slash Your Bills & Save £500+

Discover expert money-saving hacks that could save British households over £500 annually on energy, food, and household bills with simple lifestyle changes.

Mouldy Food: What's Safe To Eat?

Food safety experts reveal when mouldy food should be binned and when it's perfectly safe to consume, potentially saving households hundreds of pounds annually.

UK Food Price Shock: Supermarket Bills Soar

British households are confronting unprecedented food price increases as new data reveals shocking rises in everyday essentials. Discover which items have seen the biggest jumps and why experts warn the crisis is far from over.

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