Shopper's viral bean bag chair journey stuns social media
A woman's sceptical post about a self-inflating Wayfair bean bag chair turned into a 48-hour viral sensation on Threads, with thousands following its progress. See the surprising result.
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River Island to close 32 UK stores in 2026
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 32 stores across the UK, citing online shopping and high costs. The move follows a £32.3m loss. See the full list of closures.
River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
Fashion retailer River Island announces closure of 32 UK shops, citing online shopping surge and high costs. See the full list of affected locations and why shoppers saw it coming.
Couple's Temu sofa turns out to be ridiculously small
A UK couple's TikTok video went viral after their £295 Temu sofa order arrived comically small. The 'bargain' living room set was better suited for their dog, highlighting online shopping pitfalls.
Stamford: The 'Mini Oxford' with 170 Independent Shops
Discover Stamford, Lincolnshire's 'mini Oxford', crowned the UK's best high street for independent shops. Explore its 170 unique boutiques, weekly market, and stunning stone architecture.
Stamford: UK's top independent shopping high street
Discover Stamford, the Lincolnshire town dubbed a 'mini Oxford' with 170 independent shops, a weekly market, and stunning historic architecture. Plan your visit today.
Best New UK Online Casinos for 2025 Revealed
Discover the top new UK online casinos for December 2025. Our expert guide reviews the best sites for slots, roulette, blackjack, bonuses, and mobile play, all fully UKGC licensed.
What the UK Bought in 2025: Key Consumer Trends
A look back at the UK's most sought-after items in 2025, from viral toys to seasonal food collaborations and shifting spending habits. Discover the full story.
5 Characters in Every UK Community Facebook Group
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
Boxing Day retail parks see footfall surge
Boxing Day shopping gets a 'really positive start' with retail park visits up 6.9%. Discover the trends reshaping the post-Christmas sales, from coastal town boosts to changing consumer habits.
UK supermarket festive opening times for Boxing Day & New Year
Plan your festive shopping with our guide to Boxing Day and New Year opening hours for Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl, and other major UK supermarkets.
UK Supermarket Opening Hours for Christmas 2025
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
UK Christmas Eve shopper numbers up 2.4% year-on-year
Shopper footfall across UK high streets and retail parks surged on Christmas Eve, rising 2.4% year-on-year. Discover the regional data and what it means for retailers.
Ikea UK Christmas and New Year Opening Times 2025
Plan your festive shopping with Ikea's UK Christmas and New Year opening hours. Stores are closed on Christmas Eve and Day, with reduced hours on Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and Day.
Kate Spade Necklace: £205 to £39 in Online Sale
Shoppers can grab a Kate Spade double chain pearl necklace for just £39, down from £205, in a huge online sale. Discover the deal details and other accessories on offer.
Council's 'sack off' High Street advice sparks backlash
Salford City Council faces criticism after advising shoppers to avoid the Christmas rush and shop online instead. Local businesses and politicians condemn the 'inappropriate' message.
Evesham's Riverside Centre: A Festive Ghost Town
Evesham's Riverside Shopping Centre, once a vibrant hub, is now a leaking, near-empty shell just days before Christmas. Locals blame absentee landlords and soaring rents for its decline.
Tesco's Christmas pickers reveal shoppers' hilarious orders
A Tesco 'Dotcom picker' lifts the lid on the intense, humorous world of assembling online grocery orders during the festive rush. Discover the most bizarre baskets and the reality of the job. Read the full story here.
Independent UK Firms Hit by AI Sales Disruption
A new survey reveals UK independent businesses are losing online sales to AI-powered giants. Discover the impact and what small firms are doing to fight back.
How Online Shopping Ended My Christmas Panic
A veteran shopper's journey from high street frenzy to festive calm, exploring the guilt and liberation of modern Christmas shopping. Discover the hacks that saved December.
Joybuy's Last-Minute Christmas Deals Save Up to 64%
With a week until Christmas, Joybuy offers speedy delivery and huge savings on beauty gifts from Chanel, Hugo Boss, and more. Discover top picks for effortless last-minute shopping.
Celebrities and Shoppers Duped by AI Dress Scams
Shoppers are being tricked by AI-generated images of non-existent party dresses, with even celebrities like Melissa Joan Hart falling victim. Learn how to spot the scams and protect your wallet.
New Jersey Malls Struggle in Busy Christmas Season
Hamilton Mall and Livingston Mall in New Jersey see anemic festive foot traffic, echoing a national retail crisis. Discover why these shopping centres are failing.
Christmas shopping in 60 minutes: A frantic £455 spree
A journalist attempts to buy 27 Christmas presents in just one hour on a tight budget. Discover the frantic reality of last-minute online shopping and the final surprising total.
The one change that stopped my compulsive shopping
A former compulsive shopper reveals the simple 24-hour waiting rule that transformed her finances and curbed her impulse buys. Discover how pausing before purchasing can lead to radical financial control.
Smyths Toys Christmas alert for online shoppers
Smyths Toys warns parents about its clear packaging for Click & Collect orders, potentially ruining Christmas surprises. Discover how to keep gifts secret this festive season.
Retailers crack down on free returns ahead of Black Friday
UK shoppers face stricter return policies as retailers tackle £850bn returns problem. Discover how this affects your Black Friday shopping and consumer rights.
Alex Jones bans smartphones at home over child safety
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
ASOS opens first physical store on London's Carnaby Street
Online fashion giant ASOS makes historic move with permanent physical store on London's legendary Carnaby Street, featuring exclusive collections and personal shopping services.
Primark's Online Shopping Revolution: What We Know
Primark could be planning its long-awaited move into online retail, with new job listings hinting at major e-commerce expansion for the budget fashion favourite.
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