Whitley Bay restaurant's alcohol licence bid faces objections
Objections have been lodged against Friez & Burgz's bid for a seven-day alcohol licence at its Whitley Road branch, with councillors to decide next week.
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EuroMillions: £59M jackpot up for grabs in Friday draw
A £59M EuroMillions jackpot is up for grabs in Friday, August 28's draw, with a guaranteed £1M Millionaire Maker prize also on offer.
EuroMillions £59m jackpot draw results and Thunderball numbers
The EuroMillions draw for a £59m jackpot took place on Friday, August 28, with results announced at 8.30pm. Thunderball also offered £500,000.
Last chance to buy Switch 2 before UK price hike
Nintendo Switch 2 prices rise from September 1, 2026. UK cost will be £419.99, up £24. Deals available now at Very and Amazon before the increase.
Premier League clubs set to smash transfer spending record
Premier League clubs are on course to break the £3.14bn transfer spending record, with several £100m-plus deals in the pipeline. Secret agreements and player-led negotiations are reshaping the window.
Lime Street pub reopens after ceiling falls on customers
The Vines on Lime Street has fully reopened after a ceiling section fell onto customers. The ornate coving collapsed in the lounge bar, leaving one woman bruised. The pub said damage was 'not as bad as first feared'.
Alexa Chung's Longchamp Le Cadence Tote Is the Chic Work Bag (28.08.2026)
Longchamp's new Le Cadence tote, spotted on Alexa Chung in New York, blends Le Pliage details with a bucket silhouette. Priced at £545, it's a stylish, laptop-friendly luxury work bag.
AI and robotics 'critical' for UK growth, says Bank boss
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said AI and robotics are a 'critical source' of faster growth needed in the UK economy, and that second-round inflation effects remain 'quite subdued'.
DWP confirms four groups not eligible for Winter Fuel Payment (28.08.2026)
The DWP has confirmed four groups who will not receive the Winter Fuel Payment this year, worth between £100 and £300 for eligible people born on or before June 27, 1960.
Wembley travel chaos fears after huge fire near stadium
A major fire at an industrial estate near Wembley Stadium has suspended Tube lines, sparking fears of travel chaos for weekend events.
Five must-try foods at Bolton Food & Drink Festival 2026
Bolton Food & Drink Festival returns for its 21st year, expecting 500,000 visitors. We tried five standout dishes, from venison burgers to 14-hour smoked brisket.
Newcastle tower block resident slams filthy conditions
A Walker tower block resident has slammed conditions at Eastfield House, citing smashed windows, rubbish, needles and dog mess, as the council arranges an inspection.
Rhondda barman puts £3.5m Omaze mansion up for sale
Darren Summers, 50, from the Rhondda Fawr valley, has listed his £3.5m clifftop Cornwall mansion for sale weeks after winning it with Omaze for £20.
Martin Lewis backs mandatory bailiff regulation law change
Martin Lewis has backed a government law change making bailiff oversight mandatory in England and Wales, following months of campaigning by the Money Saving Expert founder.
FTSE 100 rises as Fed chief fuels rate-hike bets
London's FTSE 100 closed up 31.72 points at 10,824.26 as Fed chair Kevin Warsh's inflation warning boosted rate-hike expectations, while defence stocks fell on spending uncertainty.
Ninja 11-in-1 Multi-Cooker £59 off with REACH20 code
The Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 SmartLid Multi-Cooker 6L is reduced from £294.99 to £235.99 with code REACH20, a £59 saving, until September 6.
Boots Luxe Beauty Advent Calendar 2026: £150, Worth £700
Boots' 24 Days of Luxe Beauty Advent Calendar 2026 costs £150 but is worth over £700, with 19 full-size products from brands like MAC, Nars, and Clinique.
US Venezuela oil stake plan sparks 'predatory' outcry
Reports that the US seeks a major stake in Venezuela's oil and gas reserves have sparked anger, with critics calling the move 'predatory' and 'unconstitutional'.
IKEA and Xbox unveil YXSTABY gaming furniture range
IKEA and Xbox launch the YXSTABY collection on October 1, 2026, featuring nine pieces of gaming furniture and homeware designed to blend into living spaces.
Sainsbury's £25 Regatta Waterproof Jacket Ahead of Rain
Sainsbury's sells Regatta Women's Waterproof Pack It Jacket III for £25 in navy or purple, as BBC forecasts heavy rain and thundery showers for Merseyside this weekend.
Hebburn's Dougie's Tavern Reborn as Piano Restaurant and Lounge
Dougie's Tavern in Hebburn has been transformed into Piano, a chic new restaurant and lounge that has already earned rave reviews within days of opening.
62% Income Tax trap to hit 2.5m UK households
Up to 2.5 million UK households could face a 62% effective Income Tax rate by 2031, as frozen thresholds drag more earners into the £100,000 tax trap, according to analysis from IG.
Meta's $18bn settlement barely dents its power
Meta's $18bn settlement over child harm was hailed as a victory, but its share price rose and the tech giant's power remains barely diminished, argues Jonathan Freedland.
80% of London buyers use side hustles to fund property purchases
A survey of 1,000 prospective London buyers found 80% run side hustles, with many earning over £10,000 a year to help fund property purchases and lifestyle costs.
Woman Finds £100 in Charity Shop Jacket Pocket
A TikTok user discovered £100 ($135) in cash hidden inside a jacket pocket at a Goodwill store, sparking a viral reaction online.
Harry and Meghan could pay £8,000 a month to rent UK home
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could pay up to £8,000 a month in rent for their new UK home, according to property expert Saif Derzi.
Free Buzz Bingo Game for Two Plus Half-Price Food and Drinks
Readers can claim a free Main Event bingo game for two at Buzz Bingo from September 7-13, 2026, plus 50% off selected drinks and all mains and burgers.
Perthshire bus firm's X56 contract extended until 2027
Perth and Kinross Council has extended Docherty's Midland Coaches' contract to run the X56 service between Perth and Halbeath until March 31, 2027, with free travel until September 4.
Trump beef import plan faces rancher backlash
US cattle ranchers are pushing back against Trump’s plan to increase beef imports, citing concerns over market stability and fair competition.
Fair Pay, Service Charges and the Pressure to Tip
Tipping pressure is growing as service charges rise, but fair pay should come from employers, not customer discretion. Here's what to know.
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