European Markets Slide as Trump Revives Tariff Threats; UK Manufacturing Warned of ‘Wrecking Ball’ E
European markets fall as Trump renews tariff threats; UK manufacturing warns of 'wrecking ball' effect; EU considers tariffs on $93bn US goods.
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Consumer Group to Challenge FCA Over £9.1bn Car Finance Compensation Scheme
Consumer group Consumer Voice challenges FCA's £9.1bn car finance compensation scheme, arguing it shortchanges victims and may delay payouts.
Aldi Pricing Error Leaves Shopper Claiming £7,000 Spent on Tarts
Aldi pricing error shows Mr Kipling tarts reduced from £7,147.03 to 79p, sparking viral amusement and a witty response from the supermarket.
Tom Kerridge Cooks Spain: ITV Chef's New Series Explores Best European Food Destinations
Tom Kerridge explores Spanish cuisine in new ITV1 series, visiting farms and food producers for authentic dishes.
Labour to Revive Northern Powerhouse Rail Project
Labour to revive Northern Powerhouse Rail before party conference, aiming to boost backbench morale and northern infrastructure commitment.
Asda Recalls Goblin Handheld Vacuum Over Fire Risk
Asda recalls Goblin handheld vacuum over fire risk; customers urged to return for refund.
Repairman wins lottery, plans to upgrade to 'thick bologna'
Repairman wins $100,000 lottery, plans to buy thick bologna; Pennsylvania grandmother wins $2 million online.
Martin Lewis Slams Ofgem's 'Watered Down' Energy Tariff Plans
Martin Lewis criticises Ofgem's energy tariff plans as 'watered down', saying they won't help vulnerable households.
Senior Tories Condemn Badenoch’s ‘Catastrophic’ Vow to Repeal Climate Change Act
Theresa May, Alok Sharma, and business leaders condemn Kemi Badenoch’s plan to repeal the Climate Change Act, warning of economic and environmental damage.
American Airlines Passenger Duct-Taped to Seat After Midair Meltdown
Nevada woman duct-taped to seat on American Airlines flight after threatening crew and assaulting flight attendant; faces federal charges.
BA Pilot Suspended Over Cockpit Breach
British Airways pilot suspended after allegedly leaving cockpit door open on New York-London flight, causing cancellation and passenger alarm.
Tesco Launches Premium Meal Deal with In-Store Dining Experience
Tesco launches premium meal deal for Clubcard holders with in-store dining experience for a lucky couple.
DWP Confirms Winter Fuel Payment Dates for 2025-2026
DWP confirms winter fuel payment dates for 2025-2026. Eligible pensioners born before 22 Sept 1959 with income under £35k get £100-£300.
Kursaal Entertainment Park In Southend To Reopen After Six Years
The Kursaal, a 125-year-old amusement park in Southend-on-Sea, will reopen after six years, with Star Amusements taking over the lease.
Why Weston-super-Mare Deserves a Second Chance, According to One Visitor
A visitor defends Weston-super-Mare after it was named one of the worst UK seaside towns, praising its charm and recent investments.
Smicer: Iraola Must Build Liverpool Around Wirtz
Vladimir Smicer urges Andoni Iraola to make Florian Wirtz the centrepiece of Liverpool's attack, warning that playing him out of position wastes the £116m investment.
Simple Fridge Coil Clean Could Save UK Households £500 on Energy Bills
Clean fridge coils to save up to £500 on energy bills. Simple hack takes minutes, improves efficiency as price cap rises.
Range Rover Velar P400e Review: Plug-in Hybrid Keeps Elegant SUV Fresh
Review of the Range Rover Velar P400e plug-in hybrid: elegant design, 404hp, 40-mile electric range, refined ride, and strong off-road capability.
North East Road Closures and Roadworks This Week
All planned road closures and roadworks across the North East for the week beginning Monday, June 29. Includes Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland, and County Durham.
Young Adults Use Loyalty Schemes for Live Experiences
Nearly a quarter of Gen Zs and millennials sign up to loyalty programmes for experiences and perks, with 43% saying perks enable once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, according to an American Express survey.
New 50p Coin Marks Centenary of British Grand Prix
The Royal Mint launches a 50p coin for the British Grand Prix centenary, featuring a 1926 Brooklands car and a 2026 F1 car, the first UK coin to honour motorsport.
Huw Pill Warns on Complacency, Defends Rate Hike Votes
Bank of England chief economist Huw Pill warns policymakers against complacency on inflation, defending his votes to raise rates to 4% as CPI remains above target amid energy price shocks.
Third of Scottish Firms Want Business Rates Cut
Almost a third of Scottish businesses want ministers to cut business rates, with survival concerns at highest since March 2024, a survey by Charlotte Street Partners and the Diffley Partnership found.
Barclaycard Marks 60 Years Since UK Launch
Barclaycard celebrates 60 years since its 1966 launch, which transformed UK payments. Within a year, over 1 million signed up; the card also enabled women to access credit without a male guarantor.
Average Cod and Chips in UK Reaches £11.41
The average cost of cod and chips in the UK has risen to £11.41, while haddock and chips costs £10.29, according to a Seafish report. Rising fish, potato, oil, and energy prices are pressuring shops.
UK energy price cap to rise 13% in July, steady in October
Household energy bills will increase by £221 a year from July 1, but analysts forecast no further hike in October as wholesale costs fall after US-Iran peace deal.
Cost of Cod and Chips Hits £11.41, Industry Resilient
A portion of cod and chips now costs £11.41 on average, but industry experts say fish and chips remains popular. Shops diversify menus to cope with rising costs.
UK Energy Bills Rise £221 Despite US-Iran Ceasefire
Ofgem's price cap rises 13% from July 1, adding £18/month to average bills. Analysts predict steady cap in October as wholesale costs fall after US-Iran ceasefire.
Starmer Ditches Type 83 Destroyer for Hybrid Warships
Keir Starmer abandons plans for Type 83 destroyers, opting for six new Common Combat Vessels starting in early 2030s. Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis secures extra £1bn, but total falls short of £28bn needed.
Oakwood Theme Park Abandoned After 38 Years of Operation
Oakwood Theme Park in Pembrokeshire, which opened in 1987, closed permanently in March 2025 due to rising costs and falling visitor numbers, leaving the site abandoned with only a wooden rollercoaster remaining.
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