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Australia's cig price hike fuels black market boom

The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.

NZ House Price Crash: Could It Happen in the UK?

New Zealand's house prices are in a dramatic freefall, dropping over 15% from their peak. We analyse the global economic forces behind the crash and what it means for property markets worldwide, including the UK.

Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills Drop by £122

Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall this summer as the regulator Ofgem announces a 7% reduction in the price cap. The average annual bill for a typical household will drop to £1,568 from July, offering relief amid the cost of living crisi

Crime boss Kazem Hamad ordered out of Australia after attack

Notorious crime figure Kazem Hamad is at the centre of an international incident after Australia orders him out following a suspected anti-Semitic assault. The Iranian-born boss, linked to a violent gang war, is suspected of a brutal attack on a Jewish ma

Govt Pressure Mounts for UK Disposable Vape Ban

Ministers are under intense pressure to outlaw single-use e-cigarettes, with new data revealing a staggering 500% surge in youth vaping and a devastating environmental toll of 5 million devices discarded weekly.

UK Food Inflation Crashes to 18-Month Low

In a major relief for households, UK food inflation has dropped to its lowest level since January 2023. We break down which grocery prices are falling fastest and what it means for your weekly shop.

Doja Cat's 2025 Australia Tour Sparks Fan Fury

Doja Cat faces a massive backlash from her Australian fanbase after announcing her 2025 'The Scarlet' tour. Fans are furious over exorbitant ticket prices, inconvenient weekday dates, and a lack of shows in key cities like Perth. The controversy has ignit

Dick Smith: Renewable Energy Push Could Smash Wealth

Australian entrepreneur Dick Smith issues a stark economic warning, claiming the nation's rapid green energy transition could lead to catastrophic financial consequences and crippling power bills for households.

UK Inflation Surges on Higher Food and Energy Prices

New data reveals a sharp rise in UK inflation, driven by escalating food and energy costs. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to disrupt global supply chains, pushing prices higher and intensifying the cost of living crisis for British families.

American's Sticker Shock at Poundland Prices Goes Viral

An American tourist's viral TikTok video exposes the stark price differences at UK discount giant Poundland, leaving shoppers on both sides of the Atlantic in a state of disbelief over the cost of everyday items.

1985 IKEA prices shock modern shoppers

A rediscovered 1985 IKEA flyer shows astonishingly low prices for furniture and home goods, sparking nostalgia and disbelief among shoppers today.

Man survives clinging to high-speed Austrian train

A man miraculously survived after clinging to the exterior of a high-speed train in Austria, having stepped off for a cigarette break. The harrowing incident has left authorities and witnesses stunned.

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