Student Loan Promotion Was Mis-Selling, MPs Say
MPs rule student loan promotion in England and Wales amounted to mis-selling, citing slideshows and videos that omitted key terms. Committee urges reversal of threshold freeze.
Category : Business
WiseTech shares surge after White resigns as executive chair
WiseTech shares rose 8.1% after Richard White resigned as executive chair amid a police investigation into allegations he exploited a worker. Raelene Murphy replaces him as chair.
Ed Miliband as Chancellor: Challenges and Opportunities
Ed Miliband is the frontrunner for chancellor under Andy Burnham. Former podcast guests discuss Treasury reform, devolution, and green growth challenges he would face.
Teffont House: Village Hotel Winning Over Locals
Teffont House, a 17th-century dower house turned hotel in Wiltshire, integrates guests into village life with local recommendations and community use of its garden and croquet court.
UK House Prices Rise for First Time Since Iran War
UK house prices rose 0.2% in June to £299,330, the first monthly gain since February, as the Iran war impact on inflation eases, says Lloyds.
Farage Confronts Sky News Reporter Over Finances
Nigel Farage snapped at a Sky News journalist to stop 'harassing' his family after a question about financial support from convicted fraudster George Cottrell.
Thames Water creditors to bid even if nationalised
Thames Water creditors will pursue a bid even if the company is temporarily nationalised, as a £10bn rescue proposal is discussed with Ofwat amid £17.6bn debt.
Free Birth Society's Secret Global Growth After Tragedy
After Lorren's baby Journey Moon died and public backlash erupted, Emilee Saldaya took the Free Birth Society private, building a secret global multimillion-dollar empire, as revealed in episode four of The Birth Keepers podcast.
95% of Americans Believe US in Affordability Crisis
Exclusive Harris Poll for the Guardian finds 95% of Americans believe the US faces an affordability crisis, with half struggling to afford groceries and gas and 57% saying the economy is worsening.
Planned Parenthood Resumes Medicaid Billing After Defunding
Planned Parenthood and two other providers resume Medicaid billing for non-abortion services after nearly a year of defunding mandated by Trump's 2025 policy, which led to clinic closures and reduced cancer screenings.
United Airlines Suit Over Windowless Seats Proceeds
A federal judge rejected United Airlines' bid to dismiss a lawsuit from passengers who paid extra for window seats but got blank cabin walls. The class action seeks damages for over 1 million passengers.
OBR Warns UK Debt Unsustainable, Urges Spending Action
The OBR warns UK public debt could become unsustainable from the 2040s without action, citing aging population and defence spending. Thames Water creditors pursue £10bn rescue despite nationalisation fears. Bank of England plans to ease capital rules.
Bank of England Eases Capital Rules Despite AI Stability Fears
The Bank of England plans to loosen capital requirements for major UK lenders, even as policymakers warn of financial stability risks from rapid AI developments and debt-fuelled stock investments.
M&S Invests in Fridges for 45C Heat as Climate Crisis Drives UK Temps
M&S is investing in refrigeration equipment that can cope with 45C heat, CEO Stuart Machin told shareholders, as the retailer struggled during a recent heatwave and had to order more ice-cream to meet demand.
Australia Recession Fears Fade but Dreary Outlook Persists
Economists say Australia will avoid recession despite global oil supply shock, but warn of sub-standard growth, per capita recession, and low consumer confidence.
John Lewis Closure Puts 200 Jobs at Risk in Gift Wrap, FX
John Lewis plans to close gift wrapping and foreign exchange desks in dozens of stores, putting 200 jobs at risk as customers shift online.
IOC Lifts Suspension on Russia for LA 2028 Olympics
The IOC has lifted the suspension on Russia imposed after the Ukraine invasion, allowing Russian athletes to compete at the LA 2028 Olympics, with flag and anthem decisions pending.
Family of Nine Dine-and-Dash £160 Bill at Turkish Restaurant
A family of nine allegedly carried out a planned dine-and-dash at a Turkish Kitchen in Hertfordshire, fleeing in a van after leaving a £159.60 bill unpaid, captured on CCTV.
Airbnb owner loses battle to keep sauna used for steamy sex
An Airbnb owner in Norfolk has lost his appeal to keep a sauna and decking that neighbours claimed were used for outdoor sex sessions, with the Planning Inspectorate dismissing his case.
Dominick House Demolition Plans Stalled by Council
Plans to demolish Liscard's Dominick House have hit a setback as Wirral Council rules prior approval is needed, halting the timeline.
Salah tipped for Saudi Arabia move after Liverpool exit (07.07.2026)
Mohamed Salah has ended his Liverpool career, and bookmakers now favour a transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli, with odds of 6/4 for the move this summer.
Travel Insurance Warning for EU Border Queue Delays
UK travellers warned travel insurance won't automatically cover missed flights due to EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric checks, which could cause up to five-hour queues at airports this summer.
TV Chef 'Humiliated' by BA Over £1,900 Upgrade
TV chef Daniel Green says his family's £1,900 British Airways First Class upgrade turned into an ordeal when his wife was threatened with deplaning and the family was separated on a London Heathrow to Miami flight.
Morrisons free breakfasts for all in cafes over summer
Morrisons is offering free breakfasts to both children and adults in all its cafes nationwide from now until September 6, to ease financial pressure on families during the school summer holidays.
Free National Trust Pass for Express Premium Subscribers (07.07.2026)
Express Premium subscribers can claim a free National Trust family day pass worth up to £50. Valid until 28 August 2026 at properties in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Global Vision International Enters Liquidation, Trips Cancelled
Global Vision International (GVI), a UK travel firm offering wildlife and conservation expeditions, has ceased trading after 28 years and is entering liquidation, cancelling all programmes.
Chef Daniel Green 'Humiliated' After BA First Class Seat Dispute
TV chef Daniel Green paid £1,900 to upgrade his family to First Class on a British Airways flight, but was forced to move to Club World after a seat fault, leaving him 'extremely embarrassed.'
Man Utd, Liverpool Games Moved in Premier League TV Fixtures
The Premier League confirmed September's televised fixtures, moving the Manchester derby to Sunday 13 September. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool also see multiple matches rescheduled for broadcast.
Welsh Reform UK Leader Has Five Properties Including Sardinia Home
Reform UK's Welsh leader Dan Thomas jointly owns four rental properties in the UK and a holiday home in Sardinia, according to his Senedd register of interests.
Man United make 'first contact' for £85m Tchouameni deal
Manchester United are set to make first contact with Real Madrid for Aurelien Tchouameni this week, with a €100m (£85m) deal possible as Real consider sales to balance wages.
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