Lloyds Bank updates customers on Google Pay setup
Lloyds Bank has issued clear guidance for customers using Google Pay, including a crucial activation step. Learn how to set up the service and what to do if you encounter problems.
Lloyds Bank has issued clear guidance for customers using Google Pay, including a crucial activation step. Learn how to set up the service and what to do if you encounter problems.
Despite a 4% annual decline, cash remains a vital payment choice. Link data reveals £76.7bn was withdrawn, with December 19 the busiest day. Discover the state of UK cash use.
The £100 contactless payment limit is being removed in March 2026. Experts urge UK bank customers to review security settings and budgeting tools to stay safe.
New York City's iconic MetroCard is being retired on 31 December 2025, ending a 31-year era. The transit system fully transitions to the OMNY contactless payment system, saving millions annually. Discover the legacy and the future.
The New York City subway has fully retired the iconic MetroCard, switching to the OMNY tap-and-go payment system. Discover the history and what it means for commuters.
A British man living in America cautions UK tourists about the pervasive tipping culture, calling it a major culture shock. Learn what to expect and how to navigate it.
Train passengers in south-east England face soaring fares as new contactless rules align with TfL's peak times. Some could pay double, warns MP. Read the full analysis.
Our team of coffee connoisseurs reveals the espresso, latte and cappuccino machines they actually use and love every day. Discover top-rated picks to save on costly takeaway coffees.
Expansion of contactless pay-as-you-go on UK railways leads to significant fare hikes for some passengers, with MPs warning it risks pricing people off trains. Find out how to secure the cheapest fare.
The rollout of contactless payments to 30 more stations has removed super off-peak tickets, forcing some families to pay 85% more. Read the full analysis of the fare changes and passenger impact.
Link predicts nearly £370 million will be withdrawn on 24 December, making it the busiest ATM day of 2025. Discover how Brits are planning their festive spending.
The FCA is removing the £100 contactless payment cap. Experts warn of fraud risks and urge banks to offer personal controls. Learn what this means for your wallet.
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit will be removed in 2026, allowing tap-and-go for larger purchases. Find out what this means for your spending and security.
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit is set for a shake-up as banks gain power to set their own caps from March 2026. Discover how this change could affect your daily spending.
UK banks can soon set custom contactless limits. New FCA rules from March 19 aim to boost convenience while keeping fraud protections. Discover how this affects your spending.
New data reveals a 6% surge in fly-tipping, with the City of London recording the worst rates. Experts warn of organised crime links and call for tougher action.
Over 670 NSW pokies venues lose 24/7 gambling exemptions as government acts on research showing heightened harm after midnight. Read the full story.
McDonald's UK enforces a strict no-tipping policy for its 120,000 staff, directing customer donations to Ronald McDonald House Charities instead. Discover the reasons behind the rule.
A woman from Austin, Texas, was appalled after her medspa sent a confrontational text demanding gratuity on her $230 monthly membership. Discover the full story behind this tipping controversy.
Pret A Manger confirms it will withdraw its Express self-serve coffee machines from UK locations by February 2026. Find out why and what's replacing them.
A new survey reveals 77% of Americans believe tipping has become excessive. Experts explain the sneaky tactics, from inflated calculations to touchscreen pressure, fuelling consumer frustration.
Discover the top-rated coffee machines for UK homes in 2025. Our expert testing reveals the best from Sage, Nespresso, De'Longhi and more for perfect espresso, filter and capsule coffee.
Brewdog faces backlash as contactless tipping devices at London Waterloo bar accidentally charge customers. Discover the debate over UK tipping culture and the tech behind the controversy.
Discover the best washing machines for 2025. Our expert testing reveals top models for energy efficiency, smart features and budget buys to make laundry day effortless.
Major boost for UK rail passengers as contactless pay-as-you-go expands to Stansted, Southend airports and 50 more stations from December 14. Tap and travel!
Stansted Airport station will finally accept contactless payments from December 14, saving thousands of London travellers from unfair £100 penalty fares. Discover the full list of upgraded stations.
Rail passengers travelling between London and Stansted Airport will no longer face £100 fines as contactless payments are introduced from December 14th.
Adrian Chiles discovers the shocking fees of coin counting machines after a car park forces him back to cash. Is your small change worth the cost? Read his cautionary tale.
A major passport control change using facial recognition is set to reduce long airport queues for British passengers. Discover how this innovation speeds up border control.
Discover the best capsule coffee machines transforming British kitchens, from Nespresso favourites to budget-friendly gems that deliver barista-quality brews at home.