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British Gas owner profits triple to £3.3bn

Centrica, parent company of British Gas, announces record profits while millions struggle with soaring energy bills, sparking political controversy and calls for windfall taxes.

Ofgem hikes energy price cap for winter

Millions of UK households face higher energy costs this winter as Ofgem announces significant price cap increase starting October 1st, adding pressure to already strained family budgets.

Energy bills to fall as Ofgem cuts price cap

Millions of British households are set for welcome relief as the energy price cap falls by over £100 this summer, though bills remain significantly higher than pre-crisis levels.

Ofgem cuts energy price cap by £122 from October

Millions of UK households will see a welcome reduction in their energy costs this autumn as the regulator announces a significant cut to the price cap, driven by falling wholesale prices.

Renewable Investment Up 10% Despite Trump Rollback

Despite Trump's regulatory rollbacks, global renewable energy investment jumped 10% in 2025, with solar leading the charge. The US saw a 15% increase, proving clean energy's economic resilience.

10 Genius Hacks to Slash Your Energy Bills This Winter

Struggling with soaring energy costs? Discover 10 expert-approved, easy tricks to dramatically reduce your gas and electricity bills this winter. From simple thermostat tweaks to little-known boiler settings, start saving money today.

UK's Nuclear Renaissance: Is a Golden Age Finally Here?

After decades of false starts, a powerful convergence of political will, technological innovation, and energy security concerns is propelling nuclear power back to the forefront of Britain's energy strategy. Discover why the stars are aligning for a atomi

Romance Scam Crisis: Victims Lose £12k on Average

Exclusive data from Lloyds Bank exposes the devastating rise of romance scams, with victims losing over £12,000 each. Learn the crucial red flags to protect yourself from emotional and financial devastation.

Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags

Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.

Mother jailed for faking cancer to scam friends £45k

A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.

Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam

Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.

Miliband's Plan for a Nuclear 'Golden Age' in UK Energy

Labour's Shadow Energy Secretary, Ed Miliband, unveils an ambitious strategy to fast-track nuclear power, aiming to slash bills, bolster energy security, and create jobs, marking a significant shift in UK energy policy.

Octopus Energy Beats Price Cap with New Fixed Deal

Octopus Energy has launched a new one-year fixed tariff that undercuts the current Ofgem price cap, offering significant savings for millions of British households. Discover if you can switch and save.

Trump Slapped with £328m Fine in NY Fraud Case

New York's Attorney General Letitia James slams former President Donald Trump with a colossal £328 million penalty for decades of systemic financial fraud, marking a seismic legal and financial blow.

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