M&S Christmas range 2026: Shoppers say too much pistachio
M&S unveils 300 new Christmas products plus 400 returning favourites, but shoppers are already complaining about the heavy use of pistachio across the festive range.
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Fridge magnets and energy bills: Whirlpool vs Endesa
Whirlpool warns too many fridge magnets can strain door hinges, but Endesa and LG say they have no impact on energy use. Here's what the experts say.
Burnham told to focus on London for growth by Lord O’Neill
Lord O’Neill says Andy Burnham must focus on London to boost GDP, warning against tax rises in the October Budget and urging a rethink of the 'growth in every postcode' pledge.
Sainsbury's Nectar 50% off fruit and veg ends Monday
Sainsbury's is offering Nectar members 50% off selected fruit and vegetables until Monday, August 31, as part of a Bank Holiday weekend promotion.
Man Utd can sign Guerreiro for free and still target Hall
Manchester United could solve their left-back problem by signing free agent Raphael Guerreiro, while keeping Lewis Hall as a long-term target for next summer.
Budget Greek yoghurts beat Yeo Valley in Which? taste test
Aldi and Lidl Greek-style yoghurts topped a Which? blind taste test, scoring 77% and costing less than half the price of Yeo Valley's branded rival.
Bank Holiday Train Chaos: Full List of Impacted Stations
Train strikes will cause disruption over the bank holiday weekend, with a significantly reduced timetable to and from London on Sunday and Monday. Here is the full list of affected stations.
HMRC Letters to One Million Workers Over Pension Tax Relief
Around one million low-paid workers, mainly women, will receive letters from HMRC about missed pension tax relief under a new scheme to correct the 'net pay anomaly'.
Asda boss warns Budget could be 'tipping point' for firms
Asda chair Allan Leighton warns the Prime Minister's first Budget could be a 'tipping point' for British businesses, saying the model so far has been to inhibit growth.
Parking mistake that could land drivers with £1,000 fine
Breaking Highway Code Rule 248 by parking against traffic flow at night could result in fines up to £1,000 for cars, or £2,500 for larger vehicles.
Liverpool close on £122m Barcola deal after Newcastle draw
Liverpool have agreed a deal for PSG winger Bradley Barcola in a reported £122m transfer, responding to issues exposed in last weekend's draw at Newcastle.
State Pension £14,560 petition hits 14,520 signatures
A petition calling for the State Pension to rise to £14,560 has reached 14,520 signatures, forcing the DWP to respond and potentially triggering a parliamentary debate.
Aldi and Lidl Greek yoghurts top Which? taste test
Aldi and Lidl Greek-style yoghurts jointly won a Which? blind taste test, scoring 77% and costing less than half the price of Yeo Valley's branded alternative.
HMRC sends 1.8m Simple Assessment letters over unpaid tax
HMRC is sending Simple Assessment letters to around 1.8 million people this summer over unpaid tax for 2025/26, urging recipients not to ignore them and to check the figures carefully.
Lands' End raincoat 'perfect for layering' now £59 in sale
The Women's Squall Packable Raincoat by Lands' End is now £59 in a sale, down from £135, in eight colours, with a drawcord waist and waterproof design.
Titanic-linked £1.2m Waterloo mansion for sale
A Grade-II listed seven-bedroom mansion in Waterloo, built on land owned by White Star Line founder Thomas Henry Ismay, is listed for £1.2m.
Female poker player uses simple trick to win men's cash
Reyna, known as Rocket Reyna, says she uses men's assumptions about female players to her advantage, bluffing and winning big at poker tables.
Londoners rent homes for film shoots up to £2,000 a day
London homeowners rent out their properties for film, TV and photo shoots, earning up to £2,000 a day. Discover how Nina Watson and Nicola Gill turned their homes into profitable locations.
Brexit opportunity: Rye Fish Market's success story
Louise Chapman, furloughed during Covid, founded Rye Fish Market & Seafood Bar with husband Keith. Brexit red tape became a business opportunity, exporting for local fishermen.
Home Bargains cuts Dove Body Wash Trio Gift Set to £4.99
Home Bargains has reduced the Dove Body Wash Trio Gift Set from £12 to £4.99, offering over 50% off three body washes for shoppers.
Roman's £30 embroidered midi dress praised by shoppers
Roman's Embroidered V-Neck Midi Dress is now on sale for £30, down from £48, with shoppers praising it as 'lovely and cool' for summer.
Argos Garland Drops to £1 in TopCashback Deal Stack
Argos Habitat Luxe Green Cedar Foliage Christmas Garland drops from £18 to £1.50 for new TopCashback and Argos customers via a cashback deal stack.
Tesco Bank Holiday update as parents stock up for school return
Tesco expects a Bank Holiday surge as parents stock up on lunchbox favourites before school returns, with yogurt and drink sales forecast to jump 42%.
Princes Street reopens in Edinburgh after major fire
Princes Street in Edinburgh has fully reopened to traffic after a fire at a historic building, with trams and buses resuming normal routes.
Haunted NZ tunnel may be extended in £1.27bn project
A tunnel in Wellington, New Zealand, said to be haunted by a murdered teenager could be extended as part of a £1.27bn infrastructure project to ease severe bottlenecks.
Artist's £230k Gothic Home in Wisbech Defies Critics
Artist Daniel Bland bought a £230,000 five-bedroom Victorian home in Wisbech, transforming it into a Gothic dream with dark ceilings, copper-leaf walls, and a cartoon room.
HMRC to stop Child Benefit payments for many from this week
HMRC will stop Child Benefit payments for families across the UK from Tuesday unless claimants confirm plans for children aged 16 or above in education or training by August 31.
Dunelm Hazel bench slashed from £229 to £57 in sale
Dunelm's Hazel Hallway Bench is reduced by up to £186.75 in the clearance sale, with the Stone version now £57.25 and Bottle Green at £62.25.
Coral 50/1 Man United vs Ipswich Betting Offer Explained
Coral offers new customers 50/1 odds on Manchester United to beat Ipswich, with £50 in free bets if the qualifying bet wins.
Primark Halloween range: 9 budget finds I was amazed by
Primark's Halloween range is full of bargains. Social News Assistant Editor Samantha Bartlett was amazed by items she spotted, from a £4 Ghost Bouclé Cushion to an £18 Autumn Faux Foliage Wreath.
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