Charity Shop Volunteer Price Hike Quite A Shame
Charity shops see surge in customers amid cost of living crisis, but volunteers worry about price hikes affecting those in need.
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FCA Ordered to Partly Suspend Car Finance Compensation Scheme
Court orders FCA to partially suspend £9.1bn car finance compensation scheme, delaying payouts for millions of motorists until legal challenges are heard.
Netherlands Suspends Nexperia Seizure in Chip Row
Netherlands suspends seizure of Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, easing EU-China dispute that threatened global car production.
UK's £3.3bn Northolt Tunnel: 8.4-mile HS2 Link Nears Completion
The 8.4-mile Northolt Tunnel, part of HS2's scaled-down project, will speed trains between London and Birmingham. Its excavation finished in 2025, with £20bn economic benefits already delivered.
Vets Urge Breeding Restrictions for Flat-Faced Dog Breeds
BVA campaign urges breeding restrictions for flat-faced dogs due to health issues; 75% of owners unaware of problems.
Slack Suffers Global Outage on First Day Back After New Year
Slack experienced a global outage on Monday, disrupting services in multiple countries on the first workday after New Year.
London Restaurant Owner Fined £45,000 for Illegal Worker Pleads to Keep Licence
London restaurant owner fined £45k for illegal worker pleads to renew licence amid allegations of phoenix activity.
Vileda H2PrO Flat Mop with Clean-Dirty Water Separation Now £32.99 on Amazon
Vileda H2PrO flat mop with clean-dirty water separation now £32.99 on Amazon, saving 34%. Uses 75% less water, compact storage, rated 4.4 stars.
Delta Airlines to Pay $79M Settlement Over 2020 Fuel Dump Incident
Delta Air Lines settles $79M class-action lawsuit after 2020 fuel dump over Los Angeles schools and homes.
Boots Star Gifts Return With Huge Beauty Savings
Boots Star Gifts return with big savings on beauty, home, and fitness products, including Ole Henriksen, Laura Ashley, and FCUK sets.
13-Year-Old Boy Dies in Bangladesh Air Hose Attack at Spinning Mill
A 13-year-old boy dies in Bangladesh after a colleague pumps air into his rectum with a high-pressure hose at a spinning mill, the third such incident in over a year.
Original Factory Shop Administration Puts 1,180 Jobs At Risk
The Original Factory Shop enters administration, risking 1,180 jobs across 137 stores due to weak consumer confidence and cost pressures.
Summer Driving Mistakes That Could Cost UK Motorists £14,000
UK drivers risk £14,000 in fines for summer driving mistakes like tyre issues, phone use, tiredness, blocked view, and towing errors.
Dunelm bistro set under £80 hailed as 'perfect for balconies'
Dunelm's Churchgate bistro set at £79 is praised by shoppers as ideal for small outdoor spaces like balconies.
AI 'apocalypse' could take away almost 8m jobs in UK, says report
IPPR report warns AI could displace 7.9 million UK jobs, hitting women and lower-paid workers hardest.
UK economy grows just 0.1% as business investment and consumer spending falter
UK GDP grew just 0.1% in Q4 2025, missing forecasts, as business investment fell 2.7% and consumer spending remained weak.
Topless Brit Tourist Sparks Mallorca Beach Outrage
Majorca locals rage at British tourists for topless behaviour, noise, and littering, as anti-tourism protests grow.
UK Homes Can Claim £9,000 for Heat Pumps After Rule Change
UK government raises heat pump grants to £9,000 for homes using heating oil or LPG, aiming to help rural households cut energy costs.
Final £299 Cost-of-Living Payment to Be Issued in February
Eight million benefit claimants will receive a final £299 cost-of-living payment in February, with no further instalments scheduled.
SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Winklevoss Twins' Gemini Crypto Exchange
SEC drops lawsuit against Winklevoss twins' crypto firm Gemini after investors fully recover assets, marking a shift in crypto enforcement under Trump.
Hair 'growing like crazy' with 56p-a-day supplement used by Sara Cox
DR VEGAN's Hair Saviour supplement, used by Sara Cox, promotes hair growth for 56p a day. Users report thicker, stronger hair with reduced shedding.
US House Votes to Block Trump’s Canada Tariffs in Bipartisan Rebuke
US House votes to block Trump's Canada tariffs in bipartisan rebuke; six Republicans join Democrats in symbolic resolution.
Aberdeen Airport Security Strike Suspended After New Pay Offer
Planned strikes by security staff at Aberdeen Airport have been suspended after a new pay deal was tabled on Friday night. Unite union calls off Monday's action as members consider improved offer.
Toby Carvery Hack: Cheeky Phrase for Extra Meat Without Paying More
Toby Carvery customers use a cheeky phrase to get extra meat without paying more. Learn the trick that involves asking for one meat first, then adding a second at the last moment.
The hidden way potholes could influence your next car purchase
Potholes are influencing car design and purchases, with comfort-focused models like the Citroen C5 Aircross offering better pothole protection through larger tyres and supple suspension.
US Ambassador Warns Gold Mine Delays Harming NI's Reputation
US ambassador warns delays over Co Tyrone gold mine project harming NI's reputation, urges fast decision.
Father Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter After Son Killed on M62
Father pleads guilty to manslaughter after his 12-year-old autistic son was killed on the M62 following a drink-driving crash.
British couple killed in Lisbon funicular crash named
British couple Kayleigh Smith and William Nelson killed in Lisbon funicular crash; three Britons dead, 22 injured.
Best Beauty Advent Calendars 2026: What to Expect This Year
Discover the best beauty advent calendars for 2026, including Liberty London, Harrods, Space NK, and Cult Beauty predictions.
Oil Chief Rejects Trump's Venezuela Return Push
Trump threatens to block ExxonMobil from Venezuela after CEO calls country 'uninvestable' in White House meeting.
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