Postern Gate pub in Warrington permanently closed after the England vs Mexico World Cup game. Owners Lee Watkinson and Mike Hinton cite circumstances beyond their control, but the team moves to Empire on Bridge Street.
34% of over-50s feel more inspired to travel, but 25% are stuck in 'travel limbo' due to health, work, or money. Newmarket Holidays offers 'pretirement sabbaticals' and tips from Race Across The World winners.
Dub Custom Cars Limited, an Essex-based vehicle customisation firm, has entered liquidation as of June 30, 2026, marking another setback for the UK car industry.
The OBR warns the state pension triple lock is driving UK debt to unsustainable levels, projecting spending to rise 9% of GDP by 2075-76 unless reforms are made.
The Gotthard Base Tunnel, the world's longest and deepest rail tunnel, opened in June 2016. Built over 17 years at £11.2bn, it runs 57 km under the Swiss Alps, reaching 7,546 feet deep.
Shoppers have until midnight Tuesday to grab Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for £129 at Currys, a £50 discount. They outshine AirPods 4 in ANC and audio quality, with in-ear tips and custom fit.
Home Bargains has reduced the price of Weedol Fast Acting Weedkiller 5L to £14.99, down from £29.99, promising visible results in one hour and replanting within 24 hours.
Pensioners in Scotland can receive Pension Age Disability Payment within 10 working days; median processing time is 7 days. Over 185,000 have received payments totaling £580 million since launch.
A poll of 2,000 adults reveals the top 30 unexpected joys that brighten daily life, from finding a parking spot to discovering a £10 note in old jeans, with 33% actively seeking these moments.
London CEO Charly Gillespie-Smith faces online backlash for allowing staff to start at 11am after England's World Cup match, with critics calling it 'rage bait'.
Alejandro Garnacho is on the transfer list at Chelsea one season after leaving Manchester United for £40m, with United holding a 10% sell-on clause. The winger's forced exit under Ruben Amorim now looks like a costly mistake.
Home Bargains offers a Travel Essentials Filled Bag online for £25, containing £100 worth of travel-sized skincare and haircare products from brands like Glow Hub, W7, Aussie, and more.
Stacey Solomon calls the EUHOMY Ice Maker the 'best ice machine ever' for cooling down in the heatwave, now on sale at Amazon for £76.49, down from £89.99, making ice in 6 minutes.
The OBR warns UK debt will grow explosively unless addressed, citing ageing population and spending pressures; early action needed to avoid burdening future generations.
B&M launches a £4 Ribbed Scallop Storage Box with Handles, described as 'ideal for clearing away clutter' on shelves, tables, and wardrobes, available in stores only.
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for UK holidaymakers heading to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha, warning that credit cards are not widely accepted and there are no ATMs.
A section of Winslade Avenue in Tonyrefail will close from 10am to 5pm on July 14 for poling works, with an alternative route via Heol Islwyn and St John's Road.
Medik8 has launched a 20% discount on its sunscreen range, including the bestselling Daily Radiance Vitamin C SPF 30 cream, now £48 down from £60, saving shoppers £12.
Bolton planners will decide on a £5.9m plan to transform Grade II listed Rock Hall into a cultural venue, with Lancashire Wildlife Trust set to manage the site under a 25-year lease.
YouTuber Charlotte visited five charity shops to furnish a first home but found only unwanted items, questioning the reliability of charity shops for home basics.
Capri introduces 2026 rules to combat overtourism: tour groups capped at 40, earpieces required for groups over 20, and a ban on large umbrellas and flags. Anti-harassment fines up to €500.
Matford Brook Academy in Exeter, built for £31m in 2021, is set for demolition due to structural failures, never having taught a pupil. Locals and critics condemn the waste of taxpayers' money.
Vine & Fire, a Crosby restaurant opened in March 2026, is launching Bella Pizza & Pasta in Litherland after just four months due to overwhelming success.
Celtic are set to sign Camilo Duran for £3m after the striker left Qarabag training for a medical in Scotland, with a three-year deal plus option agreed.
The Piccadilly Line, London's deep-level Tube line, will receive air conditioning for the first time in its 120-year history as part of a £3.4 billion upgrade, with 94 new trains rolling out from December 2026.
Cadbury and Krispy Kreme have unveiled the UK's first Double Chocolate Original Glazed doughnut, made with Dairy Milk, available from July 7-12 for £2.99.
Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs, including 1,600 at Xbox, as CEO Asha Sharma cites a 'hardware crisis' with soaring component costs. The cuts represent 2.1% of global workforce.
Disney+ offers a limited summer deal starting at £4.99 for six months, equating to 16p per day, cheaper than Netflix's £5.99 ad-supported plan.
Nearly half of UK motorists are unaware that entering a closed red cross lane on motorways is illegal, risking a £100 fine and three penalty points, according to a new survey.
Xbox's restructuring prioritizes Fallout and Elder Scrolls, with CEO Asha Sharma pushing for faster releases after 15 years since Skyrim and 11 since Fallout 4.