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Amazon hikes essential item prices, breaks pledge

Amazon has discreetly increased prices on essential household items, contradicting its earlier promise to keep costs low for consumers. Find out which products are affected and why.

UK consumer confidence at two-year high

Britons' financial outlook improves as inflation eases and wage growth stabilises, according to the latest Office for National Statistics data.

Summer heat and events lift UK retail sales

Warm weather and a packed events calendar have driven a significant rise in UK retail sales, with consumers splurging on summer essentials and entertainment.

Sunny June boosts UK high street sales

June's sunny weather has revitalised UK high streets, with consumers spending big on drinks and dining out, giving the economy a much-needed lift.

Ofwat scrutinised as water bills soar

UK water regulator Ofwat is under pressure as consumers face soaring bills amid complaints of inadequate service and environmental negligence by water companies.

Walmart Outdeals Amazon in Price Showdown

Walmart has surpassed Amazon in offering the best deals, according to recent price comparisons. Discover how the retail giant is winning the battle for shoppers' wallets.

Girl, 6, locked in school for hours in safety lapse

A six-year-old girl was left trapped inside her primary school for hours after staff failed to notice her during dismissal. Her distressed parents demand answers over the shocking safety lapse.

Boy, 4, gets severe burns from hot playground slide

A four-year-old boy was left with agonising burns after sitting on a scorching metal slide at a playground in Westminster. Doctors warn parents to check equipment temperatures during heatwaves.

Supreme Court upholds Trump-era mass firing rule

The US Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a Trump-era regulation that permits the mass dismissal of employees in a key consumer safety agency, sparking debate over workers' rights and regulatory oversight.

Asda shoppers angry over shrinking chocolate bars

Asda customers are fuming after noticing their favourite Cadbury chocolate bars have shrunk in size while prices remain the same – a classic case of 'shrinkflation' hitting shoppers' wallets.

Mum shocked by £8.20 charge for two airport drinks

A mother was left stunned after purchasing two drinks at a UK airport, only to discover an unexpected charge on her receipt. The incident has sparked debate over pricing transparency at travel hubs.

Air India flight's terrifying mid-air incident over Russia

An Air India flight from Delhi to San Francisco faced a harrowing mid-air crisis over Russia, with passengers reporting severe turbulence and oxygen masks deploying. Investigations are underway as aviation authorities scramble to determine the cause.

Walmart workers reveal kitchen staple price hikes

Employees at Walmart have exposed significant price increases on everyday kitchen staples, sparking concern among budget-conscious shoppers. Find out which products are getting more expensive and why.

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