Welsh TV Owners Face £42.89 Energy Cost Rise from July
From July 1, energy price hikes will add £42.89 to annual TV running costs for Welsh households, based on average viewing habits, with larger and older sets costing more.
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Dunelm Shoppers Save £53 on Junia Boucle Swivel Chair
Dunelm shoppers save £53.70 on the Junia Tonal Boucle Swivel Chair with Table, now £125.30. Features a 360° swivel base and integrated side table. Perfect for cosy reading corners.
Woman Fumes as Neighbours' Children Turn Garden into Playground
Woman seeks advice after neighbours' children repeatedly invade her garden to play, causing disruption and damage despite complaints to parents.
Tesco to Roll Out Digital Shelf Labels Across 3,000 Stores
Tesco to replace paper price tags with electronic shelf labels across 3,000 UK stores over two years, starting with four branches.
Nando's to Open 14 New UK Restaurants After Sales Surge
Nando's to open 14 new UK restaurants by February after reporting an 8% sales rise and doubled profits, despite cost pressures from tax hikes.
Holidaymaker 'horrifically burned as Shein top reacts with suncream'
Woman claims Shein top reacted with suncream, causing severe burns; company investigates and withdraws product.
Scots YouTuber Fundraises for US Visa After World Cup Vlogs
Shaun Alexander, a Scots YouTuber with nearly 200,000 subscribers, is fundraising $10,000 for an O-1 visa after his World Cup vlogs won over US fans who urged him to stay.
Miliband pledges up to £1bn for community green energy schemes
Ed Miliband pledges up to £1bn for community-owned green energy schemes to democratise energy and cut bills.
HMRC Confirms New VAT Charges for Petrol and Diesel Cars
HMRC has confirmed new VAT road fuel scale charges for petrol and diesel cars, effective from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The charges range from £657 to £2,297 annually based on CO2 emissions.
M&S calls for crackdown on 'brazen, organised, aggressive' retail crime
M&S urges government and London mayor to tackle rising retail crime, citing brazen incidents and systemic failures.
Brockley House With Giant Floral Mural That Stops Traffic Hits Market for £750,000
Three-bedroom Brockley house with giant floral mural by Italian artist Renato Hunter on sale for £750,000.
McDonald's to Move Wrap of the Day Exclusively to App from July 14
McDonald's moves Wrap of the Day offer exclusively to its app from July 14, sparking customer backlash online.
Amazon Prime Day 2026: Expert-Recommended Deals You Shouldn't Miss
Expert picks for Amazon Prime Day 2026: 43 deals on beauty, tech, and fashion, including up to 75% off. Free 30-day Prime trial available.
Katie Price Buys £2,021 Pomsky Puppy in Dubai
Katie Price and Lee Andrews have purchased a Pomsky puppy for £2,021 in Dubai, calling themselves 'puppy parents' days after one of her Sphynx cats died. Fans criticize her animal care.
Stalybridge Multi-Storey Car Park Approved
Plans for a 171-space multi-storey car park in Stalybridge have been approved, part of a £20m regeneration to boost the local economy and unlock new homes.
US States Offer Tax-Free Shopping for Back-to-School Supplies
US states offer tax-free shopping days for back-to-school supplies, with varying dates and exemptions on clothing, computers, and more.
US reassures UK and others it will honour tariff deals amid new 15% global levy
US reassures UK and others it will honour tariff deals amid new 15% global levy, causing uncertainty for businesses.
Win a Luxury Two-Night Stay at The Runnymede on Thames Near Windsor
Win a luxury two-night stay for two at The Runnymede on Thames near Windsor in the Independent Travel Awards 2026.
Corgi that ran away during California storm found 2,000 miles away near Chicago
A corgi that ran away during a storm in California was found 2,000 miles away near Chicago, thanks to its microchip.
HMRC July 2026 Deadline: Payment on Account Penalties Warning
HMRC warns 2 million Self Assessment taxpayers of July 31 payment on account deadline. Experts say new freelancers often miss it, risking interest and penalties. Payment plans and HMRC app available.
TV Running Costs to Hit £42.89 as Energy Prices Rise
From July 1, UK households face a 13% energy price hike, raising the annual cost of running a TV to £42.89, based on average viewing habits and power consumption.
Djokovic's New Advisory Role Could Boost Net Worth
Novak Djokovic has joined General Atlantic as a strategic adviser, a role that could significantly increase his net worth. The tennis star partners with the multi-billion pound firm ahead of Wimbledon.
ITV's £1.6bn Sale Talks with Sky Face Price, Political and Regulatory Hurdles
ITV's £1.6bn sale talks with Sky face price, regulatory, and political challenges, with analysts questioning the offer's value and US ownership implications.
DWP Expands One-to-One Support for Disabled Claimants
Up to 40,000 disabled benefit claimants will receive personalised one-to-one support as the DWP expands its Support Conversations scheme to 33 Jobcentres across Great Britain, including five in Scotland.
B&M Launches £8 Solar Buzzkill to Zap Flies This Summer
B&M's new Solar Buzzkill, priced at £8, uses solar power to attract and kill flies. The product is available in stores only and has a 'Hurry Low Stock' notice.
Travel Expert Warns: Avoid January Sales for Summer Holidays
Which? warns against January travel deals, highlighting mobile-only discounts, fake sale prices, hidden extras, and package holiday savings.
1983 2p Coin Error Could Be Worth £1,000: Expert Tips
A 1983 2p coin with 'new pence' inscription due to minting error could be worth £1,000. Expert reveals how to spot this rare coin from special sets.
UK Households Face 13% TV Electricity Cost Hike from July
From July 1, Ofgem's 13% energy price rise will increase TV running costs. Average daily viewing costs 12p, totaling £42.89 annually, excluding TV Licence and extra devices.
EuroMillions Jackpot Rolls Over to £46 Million After No Winner
No winners in Tuesday's £34m EuroMillions draw; jackpot rolls over to £46m for Friday. Thunderball winner takes £500k.
The 'Blue Mind Effect': How Cruise Ships Keep Passengers Happy at Sea
Cruise ships use the 'blue mind effect'—proximity to water—to boost passenger happiness, alongside digital detox benefits and enhanced entertainment.
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