M11 Shut Near Stansted Airport Causing Major Delays
Serious crash on M11 near Stansted Airport causes major delays, lane closures expected all day for barrier repairs.
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Switzerland to Hold Five Days of Mourning After Crans-Montana Bar Fire Kills 40
Switzerland mourns after a New Year's Eve bar fire in Crans-Montana kills 40 and injures 115. Investigators work to identify victims and determine the cause.
Lloyds Bank Quietly Builds £2bn Rental Property Portfolio
Lloyds Bank has built a £2bn rental property portfolio through its Lloyds Living arm, amassing 7,000 homes with plans for 50,000 by 2030.
Charity Shop Worker Exposes Donation Truths: 'They Can't Sell Items Under £2'
Charity shop worker reveals that many donated items end up in landfill due to minimum pricing policies, sparking debate on TikTok.
Full English Breakfast Costs Soar as Cafe Crisis Deepens
Full English Breakfast costs 20% more than last year due to inflation, energy prices, and Ukraine war, with milk up 44% and eggs 23%.
Cardiff Christmas Market Traders Face 50% Stall Rent Hike
Cardiff Christmas Market traders face 50% stall rent increase as market moves to new wooden chalets.
Strictly Star John Whaite Closes Bakery After Car Accident
John Whaite closes Lancashire bakery after car accident and relentless workload, focusing on brownie business.
Sacked TikTok Workers in UK Launch Legal Action Over 'Union Busting'
Three former TikTok moderators in the UK sue the company for unfair dismissal, alleging union busting before a vote to form a collective bargaining unit.
Sweden's Wealth Tax End Created Billionaire Paradise
Sweden's abolition of wealth tax and low interest rates have fuelled a boom in billionaires, making it a European hotspot for the super rich.
Home Bargains £10 Lamp Rivals £220 Designer Look
Home Bargains sells a £10 ceramic lamp resembling a £220 design from Choice Furniture Superstore, offering a budget-friendly alternative for stylish home decor.
Halifax Brand Scrapped After 173 Years, Accounts to Lloyds
Lloyds Banking Group is phasing out the 173-year-old Halifax brand, moving all customer accounts to Lloyds. Customers will keep same sort code and account numbers, with no job cuts announced.
6ft 7in Model Turns Height into $5M OnlyFans Empire
Angel Fernandez, 22, turned her height from insecurity into a $5 million OnlyFans empire in two years. She now owns four homes and has 300,000 subscribers.
Commodore Callback Flip Phone Blocks Social Media, Runs Retro Games
Commodore's new flip phone, the Callback, blocks all social media and web browsers at system level while supporting essential Android apps and classic games, priced from £409.74.
Halifax Brand to End After 173 Years, Rebranded to Lloyds
Halifax brand will be scrapped after 173 years, with all customer accounts rebranded to Lloyds by 2027. No job cuts announced; branches will be rebranded or moved nearby.
Tynemouth Second Cheapest UK Coastal Town for Ice Cream
Tynemouth is the second cheapest coastal town in the UK for ice cream, with a single scoop averaging £2.28, making it a budget-friendly seaside destination.
Burnham Used £16,000 Taxpayer Cash for London Flat
Andy Burnham claimed £16,644 in expenses to buy a London flat in 2005 while in government, avoiding capital gains tax. He was not investigated as he saved taxpayer money.
APP Fraud Losses Drop £73m Annually After Reimbursement Rules
Authorised push payment fraud losses have fallen by an estimated £73 million per year, according to a report evaluating mandatory reimbursement rules introduced in October 2024.
Halifax Warns Customers as Brand Changes to Lloyds
Halifax has announced the end of its brand, transitioning all accounts to Lloyds over the coming months, and warns customers to watch for scammers during the change.
Halifax Brand to Be Scrapped After 173 Years, Rebranded as Lloyds
Lloyds Banking Group will phase out the Halifax brand, rebranding all accounts under Lloyds by 2027, with customers keeping sort codes and account numbers.
6 Airlines Enter Administration or Liquidation in 2026
Six airlines have entered administration or liquidation in 2026, cancelling all flights. Magnicharters, Zenith Aviation, Spirit, Ecojet, Royal Air Philippines, and Dove Airlines are affected. Jet fuel price spikes due to the Iran crisis are cited as a key
Jacquet Promises Full Fitness and Trophy Ambition at Liverpool
New Liverpool signing Jeremy Jacquet says he will be 100% fit for pre-season after shoulder surgery, and aims to bring trophies and leadership to the club.
Pubs May Need Late Licences for England v Mexico Match
Pubs can open late for England's possible Mexico clash on Monday, but only with council permission via a Temporary Event Notice, as the 1am kick-off falls outside standard extended hours.
Martin Lewis: Pay in Local Currency Abroad (01.07.2026)
Martin Lewis advises always paying in local currency when using a card abroad, as the card's exchange rate is better than the shop or ATM's dynamic conversion.
HMRC Confirms 55p Per Mile Tax Allowance for Drivers
HMRC has confirmed the 55p-per-mile tax allowance for petrol drivers remains for the 2026-27 tax year, increased by 10p in June. Drivers can claim for business miles, with rates dropping to 25p after 10,000 miles.
Argos Garden Bistro Set Reduced to £52: Durable & Weather-Resistant
The Argos Home Baltimore 2 Seater Plastic Garden Bistro Set is now £52, down from £70. Made in Italy from weather-resistant resin, it boasts a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews.
Newcastle Loan Vlachodimos to Sevilla Again
Newcastle United have sent goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos back to Sevilla on a season-long loan for 2026/27, following a successful 34-appearance spell with the Spanish side last season.
TG Jones to Close 150 Stores After Court Approval
The High Court has approved a restructuring plan for TG Jones, formerly WH Smith, leading to the closure of around 150 stores and potential job losses, saving the business from insolvency.
Turkey eSIM Rule: Activate Before Departure or Risk No Data
UK tourists heading to Turkey must activate eSIMs before departure due to a 2025 rule change. Failure could leave travellers without mobile data upon arrival, affecting maps and bookings.
Morrisons and M&S Confirm Summer Store Closures
Morrisons plans to shut 100 stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk, while M&S closes 14 in-store cafés. Quiz ceases trading entirely by July.
Two Dead in Essex Plane Crash During Flight Experience
Two people died after a Cessna plane crashed in a field in Ongar, Essex, during a short flight experience. The aircraft had taken off from North Weald airfield.
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