CBA deals crushing blow to mortgage holders
Australia's largest lender Commonwealth Bank warns of significant mortgage pain ahead as interest rates are predicted to climb, leaving homeowners facing financial strain.
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Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Premium Bonds Beat Bond Market Bullies
Exclusive analysis reveals how National Savings & Investments' Premium Bonds are defying financial giants and complex markets, offering a compelling, accessible alternative for UK savers seeking security and the chance of tax-free wins.
NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates
In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
Oxford's £7 Daily Congestion Charge Sparks Fury
Oxfordshire County Council's new traffic filter scheme imposes a £7 daily charge for non-compliant vehicles, facing fierce opposition from local businesses and residents.
Helena Christensen's Son Charged with Assault
Mingus Reedus, the 24-year-old son of supermodel Helena Christensen and actor Norman Reedus, faces criminal charges for assault and harassment in a New York City incident. Exclusive details.
£1.5bn Business Rates Rise Threatens UK High Street Shops
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
Reeves: Business Rates Are A Punitive 'High Street Tax'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to overhaul the UK's business rates system, branding it an unfair 'high street tax' that stifles growth and punishes brick-and-mortar retailers. Discover the plan for reform.
UK Population Decline: The Coming Demographic Crisis
Exclusive investigation into the UK's looming population collapse. Discover why birth rates are plummeting, the economic timebomb this creates, and what policymakers aren't telling you about our demographic future.
UK Savings Crisis: Average Easy Access Rate Plummets
Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.
FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.
Supermarket parking blunder risks £100 fine for UK drivers
UK drivers are being warned about a costly and easily avoidable error when using supermarket car parks that could see them hit with a hefty penalty charge, regardless of how long they stay.
Louisville teen charged in daytime grope attack on elderly woman
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with felony sexual abuse following a brazen assault on an 81-year-old woman in Louisville, Kentucky. The disturbing incident, captured on CCTV, has sparked outrage and a police investigation.
Beauty queen arrested for newborn's murder
Former Kentucky beauty queen Trinity Inman is charged with murder after her newborn son was found dead. The 22-year-old is held on a £1 million bond as harrowing details emerge.
Boy, 11, murdered after knocking on wrong door
A devastating case of mistaken identity in the US as an 11-year-old boy is shot and killed after accidentally approaching the wrong house. The community is in mourning as a 65-year-old man faces charges.
UK House Prices See Sharpest Annual Drop Since 2011
New data from Nationwide reveals UK house prices fell by 5.3% annually in December 2023, marking the most significant decline in over a decade as higher mortgage rates continue to dampen the property market.
UK House Prices Drop as US Tariffs Hit Global Markets
UK property market faces sharp correction as mortgage rates bite, while new US tariffs on China trigger global factory slowdown and market volatility.
Boy, 13, shot dead in 'ding-dong ditch' prank tragedy
A community in Houston, Texas, is in mourning after a 13-year-old boy was fatally shot while playing a childhood prank. The alleged shooter, a 25-year-old man, has been charged with murder in a case that has ignited a national debate on gun violence and d
Rugby player charged after car sale turns violent
Queensland Rugby League player Laitia Moceidreke has been charged following a violent incident allegedly stemming from a car sale dispute, leaving a 31-year-old man with catastrophic spinal injuries.
Melissa Caddick's Husband Charged With Assault
Anthony Koletti, the widower of disgraced conwoman Melissa Caddick, faces assault charges following a domestic incident at their multi-million dollar Vaucluse home. Exclusive details.
I'm A Celebrity's Charlie Brocket in court on rape charges
Aristocrat and former reality TV star Charlie Brocket, 54, faces serious allegations after being charged with rape and assault. The heir to the Brocket Hall estate appeared at Oxford Crown Court for a preliminary hearing.
Texas mother charged with murder after infant drowning
A Texas mother, Shamayia Annette Hale, faces a capital murder charge after police allege she deliberately drowned her 6-month-old son in a bathtub. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Woman, 32, dead in Westminster double car stabbing
A 32-year-old woman has died after a horrific double stabbing incident involving two cars in Westminster. A man has been charged with murder as an inquest into her death opens.
Mother charged in fatal shooting of teen daughter in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis community is in shock after Robyn Westman, 44, was charged with second-degree manslaughter following the fatal shooting of her 15-year-old daughter, Mary Grace. The tragic incident occurred inside their family home.
Murder Charge Dropped in Southport Shooting Case
Exclusive: CPS drops murder charge against Everton security guard in Olivia Pratt-Korbel case, citing 'insufficient evidence'. Merseyside Police face questions over investigation.
Jockey Silvestre de Sousa Charged with Wounding in Cambridge
Champion jockey Silvestre de Sousa has been charged with wounding following a serious incident at a Cambridge pub. The Brazilian rider is set to appear in court next month.
Drivers hide number plates to dodge private parking cameras
Furious British drivers are fighting back against aggressive private parking firms by hiding their number plates with unusual methods. Discover the escalating war on UK streets and the controversial tactics being deployed.
Cop Charged with Murder of Journalist Dezi Freeman
A serving British police officer has been charged with the murder of journalist Dezi Freeman, sending shockwaves through the force and media community. Exclusive details on the case.
Cardi B's Los Angeles Battery Charge Dismissed
Rap superstar Cardi B breathes a sigh of relief as a misdemeanour battery charge filed against her in Los Angeles is officially dismissed by prosecutors, closing a chapter on the 2018 incident.
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