John Lewis Cheadle opens UK-first sports department
John Lewis Cheadle has opened its first dedicated sports department, a UK first combining fitness apparel, sports tech and expert equipment in one space.
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Thames Water nationalisation could cost nothing, claims professor
Nationalising Thames Water could cost £0, not £100bn, as costs would be recovered when firms exit special administration, argues a professor, as Andy Burnham weighs options.
Roman's £27 Faux Pearl Collar Jumper Praised by Shoppers
Roman's Faux Pearl Collar Jumper, reduced to £27 for new customers, earns praise from shoppers for its style, comfort, and versatility.
Google to drop hyphens from Bradford on Avon after campaign
Google has agreed to remove hyphens from Bradford on Avon after a 130-year campaign by locals who insist the town's name needs no punctuation.
Roman's £18 jumper in 10 colours is 'perfect length' for women
Shoppers praise Roman's Plain V-Neck Stretch Longline Jumper, now £18 with code AFRPLC25Q226 for new customers, as 'perfect length' and 'very comfortable'.
Tourists shocked by €23-per-person paella bill in Spain
A group of tourists in Spain expected a €23 paella for three, but the bill reached three figures because the price was per person, not per dish.
Calls to tackle £58m road repair backlog in North Tyneside
North Tyneside's roads could face a £58m repair backlog by 2029/30, prompting calls for urgent action to avoid higher costs later.
Set For Life results: Winning numbers for Thursday, August 27
Thursday's Set For Life draw offers players the chance to win £10,000 every month for 30 years, totalling £3.6m. The winning numbers will be published as soon as they are announced.
£28 Roman top 'flattering for apple shape' shoppers love
Roman's Textured Paisley Print Stretch Blouse, praised as 'flattering' for apple shapes, is reduced to £28.50 with a 25% discount code for new customers.
Mum in tears after Aldi finds locket with son's hair
Alison Johnson, 55, from Fazakerley, broke down in tears after Aldi staff found her missing locket containing a picture and lock of hair from her stillborn son Ian, ending a 'terrible week'.
Argos cuts price of 'perfect size' dining table and chairs set
Argos's Big Red Event cuts £31 off the Lido Glass Black Dining Table & 4 Chairs, now £124 until September 1, with a 95% recommendation rate.
New Start After 60: Returning to an Old Occupation
A 60-year-old finds renewed purpose by returning to a familiar trade, proving age is no barrier to a fresh professional beginning.
Hoover HF6 Pet TurboSense Vacuum Gets £200 Off in Deal
Hoover's most powerful cordless vacuum, the HF6 Pet TurboSense, is now £129.99 with code REACHX70-HF6, a £200 saving for pet owners.
Google Pixel 11 Pro HiLight LED feature Apple Samsung lack
Google's Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL feature HiLight, a customisable LED ring around the flash that Apple and Samsung don't offer, with trade-in deals up to £850.
FTSE 100 slips 0.8% as Nvidia boost fails to offset inflation fears
The FTSE 100 closed down 85.58 points, 0.8%, at 10,792.54 on Thursday, as tech gains from Nvidia were offset by inflation worries ahead of Kevin Warsh's Jackson Hole speech.
Dog walkers' favourite wellies reduced to £16 on Amazon
The Dream Pairs Women's Ankle Wellies Chelsea Rain Boots are now £16.14 on Amazon, down from £18.99, with a 4.4-star rating from nearly 6,000 reviews.
School WhatsApp groups 'essential tool' for parents, research finds
82% of parents using school WhatsApp groups say they would be lost without them, with 65% admitting they would forget key events like sports days and inset days without the groups.
Paddy Power 50/1 Man City vs Palace Offer Explained
New Paddy Power customers can get enhanced odds of 50/1 on Manchester City to win or draw against Crystal Palace on Friday. Here's how to claim.
12 ways to cut £670 off energy bills before October cap rise
Ofgem's October price cap rise to £1,723 adds £60 to typical bills. Experts share 12 simple changes that could save households up to £670 a year.
Two-thirds of Brits brand council tax unfair as PM faces pressure
Nearly two-thirds (63%) of Brits think council tax is unfair, with half (52%) worried about paying bills next year, a new poll shows.
Record £24.2bn capital gains tax as 181,000 more pay up
Capital gains tax receipts hit £24.2bn in 2024-25, up 89%, with 584,000 taxpayers paying, HMRC data shows.
£8m Swansea riverside path plan for Tawe approved
Swansea Council's £8m plan for a 1.3km shared-use path on the River Tawe's west bank has been approved, with the first 325m section linking Coles Close to True Student.
Six Nations star nearly died after swapping UK for LA in total career change
Former Scotland scrum-half Chris Cusiter moved to Los Angeles to run a whisky shop, revealing he nearly died in a road incident outside the store.
School WhatsApp groups 'essential tool' for 82% of parents
82% of parents say school WhatsApp groups are essential, helping them remember key events and easing the back-to-school period, research shows.
Trunki Suitcase for £3 Instead of £50 at Argos with Cashback
Argos cuts Trunki Una Unicorn suitcase to £20, and new TopCashback users can get it for £3.33 after cashback, saving over £46.
Nationwide hikes ISA and savings rates to 4.55%
Nationwide has raised interest rates on six ISA and savings accounts up to 4.55%, with two-year options at 4.55% and one-year at 4.5%.
Sale agreed for listed Bold Street building with plans approved
A sale has been agreed for 14-16 Bold Street, with approval to refurbish the ground floor and create serviced apartments upstairs.
BBC boss admits he 'hadn't understood severity' of cuts
BBC director-general Matt Brittin has admitted he was not aware of the 'severity' of the cuts the organisation must make, as he made his first major industry appearance at the Edinburgh TV Festival.
Next's £26 wide leg joggers praised as 'go-to' for everyday wear
Next's £26 Wide Leg Joggers are praised by shoppers for their soft, luxurious feel and versatility, suitable for both everyday wear and dressing up for a meal.
Lakeland Heated Airer £15 Off: 'Saved So Much Money'
Lakeland's Dry:Soon Mini 3-Tier Heated Airer is reduced by £15 to £114.99. Shoppers say it dries clothes quickly, saves money, and suits small spaces.
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