Major UK banks cut mortgage rates in new year boost
Lloyds, Halifax, Barclays, and HSBC have reduced mortgage interest rates, with some deals now below 3.5%. Experts say this could tempt more buyers back into the property market.
Lloyds, Halifax, Barclays, and HSBC have reduced mortgage interest rates, with some deals now below 3.5%. Experts say this could tempt more buyers back into the property market.
Lloyds, Halifax, Barclays, and HSBC reduce mortgage interest rates, with some deals now below 3.5%. Find out how this could lower your monthly payments and impact the housing market.
Barclays warns customers of imminent savings rate cuts, following a Bank of England decision. See the new rates and expert advice on where to find better returns.
Barclays warns customers of imminent interest rate cuts on key savings accounts. Find out how much you'll lose and what experts advise you to do next.
A major demographic shift will see UK deaths exceed births from 2026, a first in a century. Coupled with falling migration, this could shrink the workforce and push taxes higher. Read the full analysis.
A leading think tank warns the UK could see more deaths than births from 2026, driven by low fertility. This demographic shift poses major challenges for public finances and services.
Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden reveals the 'very controversial' key to her 17-year marriage with Chris Hughes, explaining why they prioritise their relationship despite leading 'separate lives'.
NatWest is reducing interest rates on multiple savings accounts from 19 January. Discover the new rates and expert advice on where to find better returns for your money.
Italy faces a severe demographic crisis as births plummet to a historic low in 2025. Explore the economic and social factors behind this 'demographic winter' and its profound implications for the nation's future.
Italy faces a severe demographic crisis as births plummet to a 150-year low. Explore the economic and social factors behind this 'demographic winter' and its profound implications for the nation's future.
SNP ministers propose raising Scotland's marriage age to 18, aligning with England and Wales to enhance child protection. Read the full consultation details.
The Inbetweeners star James Buckley and wife Clair share the simple secret to their strong 12-year marriage, from sharing chores to a hilarious lingerie mix-up that nearly ended it all.
An Indiana couple discovered their marriage was never legally filed after 50 years. Their son officiated a heartfelt vow renewal to finally make their union official. Read their incredible story of love and perseverance.
The shocking 1937 marriage of a 22-year-old man to a nine-year-old girl in Tennessee sparked national outrage and led to immediate legal reform. Discover the full story.
The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, its lowest in three years. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and household bills.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%. Discover how this decision affects your mortgage repayments, savings accounts, and household bills. Act now to review your finances.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75% after UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November. Find out what this means for mortgages and the economy.
Chris Hemsworth opens up on the key to his lasting marriage with Elsa Pataky: shared adventure and dedicated couple time. Discover his relationship advice.
China will impose a 13% VAT on contraceptives from January, ending a three-decade exemption. The move is part of a wider policy shift to tackle a plunging birth rate. Read the full analysis.
A Tokyo court ruled Japan's same-sex marriage ban constitutional, reversing an earlier decision. The case now heads to the Supreme Court for a final ruling on LGBTQ+ rights in the G7's only holdout.
The Vatican issues a new decree, signed by Pope Leo, reinforcing the Catholic Church's teaching on lifelong marriage with one spouse. Read the full story.
Shirlyn Watson, founder of Shirlyn's Natural Foods, is suing her polygamist husband of 47 years for property rights after alleged neglect. Read her extraordinary story.
Shirlyn Watson, 71, fights for her share of Utah property after 47-year plural marriage ends. The mother of 11 claims her ex-husband demanded monthly payments to remain on the compound she helped develop. Read her extraordinary story.
Considering an adjustable-rate mortgage? Discover how ARMs work, their risks, and if this variable-rate home loan suits your financial situation. Make an informed decision.
Considering an adjustable-rate mortgage? Discover the pros, cons, and essential factors to determine if this UK property finance option aligns with your homeownership goals.
New ONS data reveals a 9.1% drop in marriages for 2023, continuing a 50-year decline. Civil partnerships, however, saw a 9.7% increase. Discover the shifting trends in UK partnerships.
The shocking true story of 9-year-old Eunice Winstead's marriage to 22-year-old Charlie Johns in 1937 Tennessee - a union that sparked national outrage and legal reform.
Ningbo offers couples £107 in wedding vouchers to tackle a record drop in marriages. Discover how China is addressing its population crisis and the high costs deterring unions.
Latifa, 15, was sold into marriage by her father in Tanzania. Forced into sex with a man decades older, she endured abuse until escaping with her baby. Read her harrowing story of survival.
Rugby legend Sonny Bill Williams shares the key principles behind his 11-year strong marriage to Alana, including regular date nights and valuing privacy. Discover his relationship advice.