Exclusive: Millions of UK pensioners are set to be dragged into the tax net for the first time as the state pension is projected to breach the personal allowance limit within years, in a major blow to retirement incomes.
Over eight million UK households on means-tested benefits will get a £299 cost of living payment from the DWP between 6th and 22nd February 2024. Here's who qualifies and what you need to know.
Rockim Prowell faces multiple murder charges after a deadly shooting spree at a Los Angeles grocery store, leaving three dead and four wounded in a case involving a stolen vehicle and a former employee.
In a major reshuffle, Labour appoints Pat McFadden to spearhead a sweeping transformation of the UK's welfare and benefits system, signalling a decisive break from DWP's past policies.
A massive DWP error could see thousands of pensioners, particularly married women and widows, due back payments of thousands of pounds. Here's how to check if you're affected.
Rory McIlroy endures a day of immense frustration at the Horizon Irish Open, his title hopes derailed by a costly triple-bogey. France's Adrien Saddier capitalises to take a surprise lead into the weekend.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a landmark overhaul of pension tax relief, closing a £50bn fiscal black hole and redirecting savings towards a major national investment drive. This bold move signals a dramatic shift in UK economic policy.
A London rental dispute turns nasty as an estate agent accuses a tenant of fabricating reasons to break her contract, then charges her £1,200 for a full lock replacement. The tenant shares the shocking email exchange.
Exclusive: Financial advisers report a stampede of clients scrambling to shield retirement pots from Rachel Reeves' proposed pension tax changes. Industry leaders demand urgent clarity from the Chancellor.
Exclusive analysis reveals a stark generational divide as the Triple Lock mechanism fails to uplift the incomes of nearly half a million pensioners on the old state pension, creating a two-tier system for the elderly.
The Department for Work and Pensions unveils a new digital platform, 'Connect to Work,' designed to streamline job searches for Universal Credit claimants and tackle labour shortages in key UK sectors.
In a heart-stopping conclusion to the 150th Kentucky Derby, Mystik Dan, ridden by jockey Brian Hernandez Jr., clinches a historic win by a hair's breadth against Sierra Leone and Forever Young in one of the closest finishes in the event's storied history.
A radical new proposal from Senator Jane Hume could revolutionise retirement savings for couples, allowing tax-free superannuation splits to address the financial gender gap exacerbated by motherhood.
British film star Jason Flemyng has been slapped with a 14-month driving ban and a hefty fine after being caught drink-driving his Jaguar through central London. The Lock, Stock actor pleaded guilty at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Apple iPhone owners are only just discovering a hidden 'secret button' that has been on their lock screen all along. The mind-blowing feature, revealed in a viral TikTok clip, is leaving users baffled as to how they missed it.
A quiet neighbourhood in Watertown, Massachusetts, is rocked by a triple homicide. Police are investigating the shocking shooting that left three people dead inside a residential home.
Everything you need to know about the tax-free Winter Fuel Payment for winter 2024/25. Check if you're eligible, find out exactly how much you'll get, and see the key payment dates from the DWP.
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the payment window for the last £299 Cost of Living support instalment. Find out if you're eligible and when to expect the crucial financial aid.
Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić etches his name into the EuroBasket history books, recording only the fourth-ever triple-double in the tournament's storied history to power Slovenia to a commanding win.
WASPI campaigners launch new fight for compensation as government faces potential judicial review over pension age equality.
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK workers are sabotaging their retirement savings. Discover the five critical pension mistakes to avoid and secure your financial future.
Curtis Windom, executed for the 1998 brutal murders of three people, made a simple last meal request of fried fish and lemonade. This article details his crimes and final hours.
Exclusive report from Minneapolis: A night of terror unfolds as a mother and dedicated nurse are caught in a triple shooting. Police are investigating the shocking incident that has left a community in fear.
Exclusive: New ONS data reveals a worrying trend of Britons dipping into long-term savings to cover essential costs, with younger adults hit hardest. Experts warn of a future financial timebomb.
Campaigners demand urgent reform as the 'unfair' overlapping pensions regulation forces thousands of Brits to miss out on their full state pension entitlements.
UK pensioners are being warned as the DWP gains sweeping new powers to investigate bank accounts in a major crackdown on State Pension fraud and overpayments. Here's how it could affect you.
HMRC is accused of 'highway robbery' as new data reveals over 10,000 pensioners a month are hit with emergency tax on withdrawals, with many waiting months for refunds. Experts demand urgent reform to the 'cruel' system.
The racing world mourns the loss of Ron Turcotte, the iconic Canadian jockey who piloted the legendary Secretariat to an unprecedented Triple Crown victory in 1973. Remembering his incredible career and enduring legacy.
Exclusive analysis reveals a staggering £4,400 state pension gap across UK constituencies. Discover why where you live in retirement could cost you thousands.
The racing world mourns the loss of Canadian icon Ron Turcotte, the legendary jockey who rode the immortal Secretariat to an unprecedented Triple Crown victory in 1973. Tributes pour in for the Hall of Famer.