UK shop prices fall for first time since 2021 as retailers discount summer stock
UK shop prices fell 0.3% year on year in August, first deflation since 2021, driven by discounts on clothing and household goods as food inflation eased.
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Tesco's 'Life-Changing' Scan Hack Saves Shoppers Time
Tesco shoppers can now sync their shopping list to handheld scanners, saving time and helping find items faster.
Edinburgh Zoo Calls for Weather App Overhaul Over Misleading Forecasts
Edinburgh Zoo operator urges Met Office to improve weather app displays, citing £40k daily losses from misleading forecasts.
Garden Oaks Could Pose Subsidence Risk to Older Homes
Oak trees near older homes on clay soil may cause subsidence; check for TPOs before cutting.
Calls for Nats boss to resign after second UK air traffic failure in two years
Nats boss Martin Rolfe faces calls to resign after a second air traffic control failure in two years causes flight delays across the UK.
Amazon Web Services Outage Disrupts Thousands of Sites and Apps
AWS outage hits thousands of sites including Snapchat, Roblox, and Amazon retail; UK politicians demand answers over reliance on Big Tech.
Blue Peter's Katy Hill Becomes Life Coach
Katy Hill, former Blue Peter and Live and Kicking presenter, now runs a life coaching business, empowering women through one-to-one sessions and her newsletter The Limitless List.
Roman's £31 Summer Dress Wows Shoppers
Roman's Button Down Floral Shirred Midi Dress at £31.50 (code AFRPLC25Q226) is a hit for its non-crease fabric, flattering fit, and versatility, earning rave reviews for afternoon tea and weddings.
Capri Pants Are Back: Best Styles to Buy Now for Summer 2026
Capri pants are back for summer 2026, with slim-cut, tailored styles inspired by the 1990s. Our shopping editor reveals how to style them and picks the best pairs from H&M, Nobody's Child, Adanola, and more.
M&S £28 Linen Trousers Selling Fast Amid Heatwave
M&S linen trousers priced at £28 are selling fast as a heatwave approaches. Available in six colours with a 4.6 rating, they offer a comfy elasticated design.
Aldi's £2.69 Ice Cream Tops Which? Taste Test (06.07.2026)
Aldi's Specially Selected Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream (£2.69) has been named the best in a Which? taste test, beating Häagen-Dazs, Jude's, and supermarket own brands.
Luxury Apartments Overlooking Strangeways Prison Approved
Plans for 251 luxury apartments near Strangeways prison in Manchester are set to be approved this week, despite 15 objections from residents citing congestion and loss of views.
7 New UK Driving Rule Changes Coming in July 2026
Seven new UK driving rule changes take effect from July 2026, affecting Motability customers, MOT fees for larger vehicles, and tachograph requirements for goods vehicles.
Moorfields Station £1m Overhaul Nears Completion
A £1m upgrade of Liverpool's Moorfields Station is in final stages, with new stairs and retail space aimed at reducing antisocial behaviour and improving accessibility.
Reeves' HGV Tax Cut Slaps Motorists With Another Blow
Chancellor Rachel Reeves cuts Vehicle Excise Duty for HGVs to £1 but leaves car owners facing doubled rates and new electric car mileage fees from 2028.
Clarks Sandals £70 to £35: Stylish and Comfortable Deals
Clarks Ariany Bay sandals are half price at £35 in the summer sale. Shoppers praise them as 'stylish and comfortable' with a buy-one-get-one-half-price offer available.
Woman Warns Paris Tourists of 'Friendly Stranger' Scam
A woman narrowly avoided a Paris Metro scam where a 'friendly stranger' offered help, then demanded €97 cash. She warns tourists to be vigilant and trust their instincts.
Sainsbury's £26 Gingham Dress Nearly Sold Out
Sainsbury's £26 Checked Print Asymmetric Hem Sleeveless Midaxi Dress is a hit, with a 4.9-star rating and 95% recommendation. Available in green and blue, sizes 6-24, but selling out fast.
Bumblebee EV Naming Rights for East Kilbride FC Stadium
Bumblebee EV has secured naming rights for East Kilbride FC's K-Park stadium, now renamed Bumblebee Stadium, in a major community partnership.
136,000 Sign Petition Against Sony's 2028 All-Digital Move
A petition protesting Sony's decision to stop publishing physical PlayStation games from 2028 has surpassed 136,000 signatures, highlighting consumer concerns over ownership and the future of physical media.
New Birkenhead Market Construction Finally Underway
Construction of the new Birkenhead Market at the former TJ Hughes in Pyramids shopping centre is set to begin, with a £610,843 contract awarded to Krol Corlett Ltd.
Next's £32 Two-Pack Lightweight Jeans with Elasticated Waist
Next sells two-pack lightweight pull-on wide leg jeans for £32 (£16 each), rated 4.8/5, with elasticated waist and side pockets, perfect for summer office or casual wear.
A1 Crash Causes Rush Hour Delays Near Morpeth
A collision involving a van on the A1 in Northumberland is causing rush hour delays near Morpeth. Emergency services have been contacted for further updates.
£3 Hydrogel Mask Wins Beauty Fans for Refreshed Skin
Keskine's £3 hydrogel face mask, praised for a refreshing feel and softer skin, delivers a quick glow after one use, with collagen-enriched formula for hydration.
Bike and Boot Among UK's Best Beach Hotels, Under 3 Hours from Manchester
Bike and Boot in Scarborough is named one of the UK's top 17 beach hotels by Which?, located under three hours from Manchester and dog-friendly.
FTSE 100 Dips on Miners, UK Construction Still Contracting
The FTSE 100 closed down 0.3% as gold miners and AstraZeneca fell, while UK construction PMI edged up to 38.4 but remained deep in contraction. EasyJet soared 9.3% on takeover bid.
Airbnb Owner Loses Appeal Over Sauna Used for 'Sex Parties'
Airbnb owner Chandler Harrod loses planning appeal to retain sauna, decking and trellis at Norfolk bungalow after neighbours complained of sex parties and debauchery.
Amorim: AC Milan a bigger challenge than Man United
Ruben Amorim, new AC Milan head coach, claims his role at the Serie A club is a greater challenge than managing Manchester United, despite his struggles at Old Trafford.
Fairy Dishwasher Tablets Drop to 13p Each in Amazon Deal
Fairy Platinum Dishwasher Tablets (Lemon) have dropped to 13p per tablet in an Amazon deal, priced at £14.44 for a pack of 113, down from £25. The offer is popular, with over 1,000 bought in the past month.
Shark Cordless Vacuum Deal £143 Cheaper Than Argos
Wowcher offers the Shark Anti-Hair-Wrap Cordless Vacuum for £107, saving 57% vs Argos and undercutting Amazon. Features 40-min runtime, anti-hair-wrap, and Flexology wand.
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