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UK emergency alert test: What to expect

The UK government is set to trial a nationwide emergency alert system, sending a test message to all smartphones. Here's what to expect and why it matters.

Mortgage crisis as interest rates keep rising

With the Bank of England hiking interest rates yet again, homeowners on variable mortgages face steep repayments while savers see little benefit. Here’s what it means for you.

Bank holds base rate at 5.25% amid inflation concerns

The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 5.25%, offering temporary relief to mortgage holders. However, experts warn that persistent inflation could lead to future hikes, squeezing household budgets further.

Bank of England cuts rates to 0.1% in emergency move

The Bank of England has slashed interest rates to a historic low of 0.1% in an emergency response to the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Find out what this means for savers, borrowers, and the UK economy.

UK Emergency Alert Test Coming Soon

The UK government is set to conduct a nationwide emergency alert test in the coming weeks. Here's everything you need to know about the drill, its purpose, and how it will affect you.

Emergency landing at Birmingham Airport causes delays

Dozens of passengers faced delays at Birmingham Airport after a flight from Amsterdam made an emergency landing due to a medical incident, requiring urgent assistance from West Midlands Ambulance Service.

FBI data contradicts Trump's crime rate claims

Former US President Donald Trump's claims about soaring crime rates under Biden are contradicted by the latest FBI statistics showing a significant drop in violent offences.

M&S cuts price of Percy Pig sweets

Marks & Spencer has slashed the price of its beloved Percy Pig sweets, bringing joy to fans across the UK. The iconic treats are now even more affordable!

8 Ways to Save £725 Annually

Discover eight easy yet effective tips to slash your annual expenses by £725. From energy bills to grocery shopping, these savvy hacks will boost your savings effortlessly.

Wynne Evans slams BBC over 'unfair' 50% pay cut

Welsh opera singer Wynne Evans has publicly criticised the BBC for slashing his pay by 50%, calling the move 'unfair' and 'disheartening' as the broadcaster continues cost-cutting efforts.

China Pays Couples to Have More Kids

China introduces financial incentives to encourage couples to have more children as the country faces a looming demographic crisis. Experts weigh in on whether this strategy will work.

Queensland crime rate debate heats up

David Crisafulli asserts a decline in Queensland's crime victim rate, but Labor criticises the data as cherry-picked. A heated debate unfolds over crime statistics.

Inflation figures to determine RBA rate cut

The Reserve Bank of Australia faces a critical decision on interest rates as new inflation figures set the stage for potential cuts. Experts weigh in on the economic outlook.

UK faces 'cousin crash' as family sizes shrink

New research reveals a dramatic drop in the number of cousins per child in the UK, as family sizes shrink and birth rates decline. Experts warn of social and cultural implications.

City traders cleared in rate-rigging appeal

Two former City traders have had their convictions for rigging key financial rates quashed by the Court of Appeal, marking a dramatic turn in a long-running legal saga.

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