Administration cases among UK firms jump 41% in 2019
Number of UK firms entering administration rose 5% to 1,403 in 2019, with construction and retail sectors hardest hit, according to KPMG.
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Luton Residents Feel 'Unsafe' After Town Named 'Worst Place to Live in England'
Luton residents feel unsafe after town named 'worst place to live in England'; some see positives amid calls for regeneration.
Alan Titchmarsh Recommends Marigolds to Repel Tomato Pests Naturally
Alan Titchmarsh suggests planting French marigolds near tomatoes to naturally repel whiteflies through companion planting, avoiding chemical sprays.
Ariana Grande Cloud Perfume Deal Now £37 on Amazon
Ariana Grande Cloud perfume 100ml reduced to £37.22 on Amazon, down from £53. Shoppers call it 'beautiful' and 'best ever' with 4.7 stars from 22k reviews.
High-speed train crash in France kills driver, injures dozens
High-speed train hits military truck near Calais, driver killed, dozens injured. SNCF confirms traffic halted between Bethune and Lens.
Paris Gas Explosion Injures 37, Four Critical
Gas explosion in Paris's Latin Quarter injures 37, four critically; fire contained after facade collapse; investigation launched.
Lidl Opens Five New Stores in England Creating 160 Jobs
Lidl opens five new stores in England, creating 160 jobs, as part of its ambitious growth strategy and commitment to communities.
Kenyan Runner Sabastian Sawe Breaks Two-Hour Barrier in London Marathon, Faith Highlighted
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe wins London Marathon in record time under two hours, highlighting the role of Catholic faith in his success.
65p Baking Soda Hack to Remove Yellow Stains from White Clothes
Remove yellow stains from white clothes with a 65p baking soda paste. Simple DIY solution from cleaning experts.
Check Your Pension Pot for Thousands in Hidden Savings
Brits are urged to check their pension pots as many may have thousands in savings without realizing, with only one in four on track for a comfortable retirement.
Couple Earn £25k Reselling Clearance Bargains on Amazon
Manchester couple earns £25k yearly reselling clearance bargains from Boots and Superdrug on Amazon, using software to find high-demand items.
Lake Tahoe Energy Diverted to AI Data Centres Sparks Concern
Lake Tahoe residents fear power cuts as energy is diverted to AI data centres in Nevada, sparking concerns over costs and grid strain.
Free Cash Machines Vanishing at Alarming Rate, Says Which?
Nearly 1,700 free ATMs in the UK started charging fees in early 2019 due to cuts in interchange fees, sparking concerns for cash-reliant communities.
Amazon Fire TV Stick Warning: Block on Illegal Streaming Apps Intensifies
Amazon blocks illegal streaming apps on Fire TV Sticks, warning users and preventing installation of cloned apps. Police arrest four in £3m streaming crackdown.
Giant Machines To Dig New Hudson River Rail Tunnel
Giant tunnel-boring machines will dig a new $16bn rail tunnel under the Hudson River, easing a bottleneck on the busiest US passenger rail corridor.
Man Sells Betting Firm for £120m Four Years After Founding
A 30-year-old entrepreneur sold his betting tool OddsJam for $160 million (£120m) just four years after founding it, crediting his grandfather who funded his college education.
Lindt Pick 'n' Mix at Trafford Centre: Sweet Surprise Await
The new Lindt chocolate shop at Trafford Centre offers a massive pick 'n' mix with over 25 flavours. Our chocoholic reporter got more than she bargained for, including a free birthday treat.
Man Utd lead Arsenal in Fernandes chase, eye Kim Min-Jae
Manchester United are reportedly leading Arsenal in the race to sign West Ham's Mateus Fernandes for £80m, while also monitoring Bayern Munich's Kim Min-Jae for a potential defensive addition.
B&M Store Demolished for 68 Flats in Trafford
Plans to demolish a B&M store in Sale, Trafford, for 68 flats have been approved despite resident objections over traffic and loss of amenities.
New Artisan Bakery Approved in Monton Despite Outburst
Monton Crumb Works bakery approved on Clifton Road despite noise, traffic, and smell concerns from neighbours, including a sweary outburst at the planning committee.
Salter Slushie Maker vs Ninja Slushi: Which Frozen Drink Machine Wins?
Salter Slushie Maker offers similar functions to Ninja Slushi at £135 less, making frozen cocktails at home affordable and easy.
UK Job Scam Alert: Fake Flexible Work Offers Target Jobseekers
Fake job ads on LinkedIn and other sites target UK jobseekers, with scammers seeking personal data or upfront payments. Students are especially vulnerable.
BrewDog Raises £1m in 24 Hours from Beer Loving Brits
BrewDog raises over £1m in 24 hours from crowdfunding scheme to fund expansion of brewery, bars and bottle shops.
Almería: The Underrated Spanish City with £17 Flights and 21°C April Weather
Almería, Spain, offers 21°C April weather, £17 flights from Manchester, affordable dining, and attractions like Cabo de Gata and Tabernas Desert.
Aldi Egg Chair Returns at £199.99 for Sunny Days
Aldi's popular hanging egg chair returns at £199.99, with a limit of two per customer. Available for pre-order from March 19.
UK Heatwave: Workplace Rights and Legal Obligations Explained
UK heatwave workplace rights explained: no legal max temperature, but employer duty of care under health and safety laws. Workers can't automatically stop work.
YouTube Overtakes Netflix in Global Daily Viewing Time
YouTube has overtaken Netflix in average daily viewing time globally, with usage rising to 99.1 minutes per day in 2025, driven by connected TV growth.
M&S Announces Seven New UK Stores Opening In 2026
M&S confirms seven new UK stores opening in 2026 as part of expansion of its food business, targeting budget-conscious customers.
Mum's Trolley Carabiner Hack Divides Parents On Safety
A mum's carabiner hack to keep her toddler in a shopping trolley divides parents over safety concerns.
TUI Summer Sale: Free Kids Places and Up to £500 Off Holidays
TUI's summer sale offers free kids places and up to £500 off package holidays. Book by Feb 10 for travel from May 2026.
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