Le Bal des Débutantes 2024: Society's Elite Gather
Discover the exclusive world of Le Bal des Débutantes 2024 where Spanish royalty, Hollywood heirs and fashion scions prepare for Paris's most glamorous society event. Meet this year's debutantes.
Discover the exclusive world of Le Bal des Débutantes 2024 where Spanish royalty, Hollywood heirs and fashion scions prepare for Paris's most glamorous society event. Meet this year's debutantes.
Celebrating the life of Marjorie Ainsworth, whose 86-year volunteer work for Manchester and Salford Film Society earned her the prestigious Roebuck Cup. Discover how her passion shaped the UK film society movement.
Indonesia rolls out a new digital payment pack for tourists in Bali, offering instant SIM and e-wallet access. A major step towards a cashless society for over 1.5 million Australian visitors.
Travel experts warn that ditching cash abroad is a false economy. 39% of travellers faced situations where cash was essential, leading to costly fees and poor exchange rates. Learn how to protect your money.
Exclusive: Premier Nationwide Building Society ceases operations, leaving customers seeking alternative banking solutions. Full details on the closure and consumer guidance.
As Australia rapidly transitions to a cashless society, experts issue stark warnings about the risks facing vulnerable populations and what it means for financial freedom.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie have unexpectedly pulled out of the highly anticipated high society ball, leaving organisers scrambling just days before the event dubbed 'London's Met Gala'.
Westpac, Commonwealth Bank and ANZ are dramatically reducing their ATM networks across Australia as cash transactions plummet, leaving regional communities and vulnerable customers concerned about access to essential banking services.
Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.
The remote community of Queenstown, Tasmania, has emerged victorious in a landmark battle against banking giant Bendigo Bank, successfully reversing a controversial cashless policy that threatened to leave elderly and vulnerable residents stranded.
A groundbreaking mobile application is launching across the UK, promising to end parking nightmares with real-time space finding and cashless payment technology.
A leading UK supermarket is transforming its self-service checkouts by removing cash payment options entirely, sparking debate among shoppers about the future of retail.
Exclusive research reveals how Britain's rapid shift to cashless payments is leaving vulnerable groups behind, with ATMs disappearing and businesses refusing notes and coins.
Australia Post faces furious backlash after quietly implementing cashless policies across branches, leaving vulnerable customers stranded and prompting government intervention.
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's alarming cash access crisis as free ATMs disappear and bank branches shut down, hitting vulnerable communities hardest. Regulatory action demanded.
A tribute to the life and pioneering work of Andrea Sabbadini, the esteemed psychoanalyst, author, and founder of the Psychoanalysis and Cinema stream at the European Psychoanalytic Film Festival.
An intimate report from The Guardian's 'Dining Across the Divide' series, where Nyree, a staunch Remainer, and her Brexit-supporting counterpart sit down for a meal to bridge the political chasm. Discover if shared humanity can triumph over profound ideol
A UK couple's modern approach to wedding gifts has ignited a social media firestorm after they placed a contactless card machine at their reception for guests to contribute directly to their honeymoon fund.
Delve into the controversial world of AI-human bonds as Dominique Pelicot defends her relationship. Plus, the curious case of neighbourhood cat elections and other must-read weekend stories from Australia and beyond.
Oxford Union President Anthony Abaraonye achieves academic excellence with three A* grades as the prestigious debating society faces backlash over its invitation to controversial American commentator Charlie Kirk.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves condemns Barclays' move to scrap cash services at London Underground ticket offices, vowing government action to protect access to physical currency for vulnerable communities.
A leading UK mortgage lender has abruptly banned deposits funded by parental gifts, sparking outrage among first-time buyers and experts who warn it could slam the door on homeownership for an entire generation.
Forget the doomsday scenarios. New research reveals a future with fewer people offers a surprising opportunity for greater equality, a healthier planet, and a higher quality of life for all. Discover the positive revolution in global demographics.
Sweden is leading a financial revolution, with plans to eliminate physical currency entirely within the next decade. Discover how this bold move is transforming everyday life and what it means for the future of money.
Discover the simple pruning trick that UK gardeners are using to dramatically increase their apple yield. Experts reveal why leaving two specific fruits can transform your harvest.
New data reveals a dramatic decline in cash usage across Britain, with half the population now carrying physical money less than once a month. Explore the drivers and implications of this financial revolution.
A growing consumer dilemma pits the convenience of card payments against the right to use legal tender. We investigate the legality of cash refusal and surcharges in the UK's evolving payment landscape.
The iconic Queen Charlotte's Ball, the original debutante ball, has announced its 2025 cohort. Meet the young women from the UK and beyond preparing for a season of elegance, philanthropy, and tradition.
Step inside the exclusive world of London's high society as young debutantes don white gowns and tiaras for the annual Queen Charlotte's Ball, a centuries-old tradition marking their formal introduction.