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European Flat Oysters Thriving in Firth of Forth

A major restoration project sees European flat oysters thriving in the Firth of Forth with an 88% survival rate, boosting marine biodiversity and water quality. Discover the promising results.

Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs

Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.

Crufts bans flat-faced dogs with breathing problems

Crufts 2026 will ban pugs, bulldogs, and French bulldogs with severe breathing difficulties. The Kennel Club's new health rules spark debate among dog owners. Learn more about the controversial changes.

Vets Urge Halt to Buying Flat-Faced Dog Breeds

Vets warn of a canine welfare crisis as surgeries for flat-faced breeds like French Bulldogs soar by over 2,000%. Experts urge the public to prioritise animal health over fashion.

Flat-faced dog breeds could disappear in decade

Pugs and French Bulldogs could vanish within a decade under new breeding assessments targeting extreme traits that cause health suffering. Learn how this affects UK pet owners.

Starmer's taxpayer-funded Downing Street flat furniture

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism after confirming taxpayers will foot the bill for new furniture in his potential Downing Street flat, mirroring controversies that plagued Boris Johnson.

How I stopped my noisy upstairs neighbours

A UK resident shares their clever approach to handling disruptive upstairs neighbours after being driven to despair by constant banging and shouting through the ceiling.

Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain

A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.

Man lived with mummified mother's body for years

A shocking discovery in a South London council flat where a man lived with his mother's mummified remains for several years, raising serious questions about mental health and social services.

Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.

Ascot's Epic Finale: Champion Stakes Showdown

Ascot prepares for a spectacular flat season finale as racing giants Auguste Rodin and White Birch clash in the QIPCO Champion Stakes, creating an unmissable showdown between Europe's elite thoroughbreds.

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