Martin Lewis urges energy customers to fix tariffs before October
Martin Lewis urges energy customers to consider fixing tariffs as Ofgem confirms October price cap rise. Cheapest fixes are around 10 per cent below new rates.
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Mrs Hinch pumpkin placemats £2.99 at Home Bargains
Home Bargains launches Mrs Hinch's pumpkin-shaped placemat two-pack at £2.99, described as perfect for a subtle autumnal touch to kitchen tables.
Burnham faces rent control demands as tenants spend 36.3% of income
Andy Burnham faces demands for rent controls as data shows tenants spend 36.3% of income on rent. MPs urge Angela Rayner to reverse her decision against controls.
A690 closed eastbound after County Durham crash
The A690 in Willington is closed eastbound following a collision before 7.45am on Wednesday, causing traffic to build up on Commercial Street.
Drivers Warned to 'Act Quickly' Over Bank Holiday Parking Fines
Motorists heading away this Bank Holiday weekend are urged to act quickly over parking fines, with millions of drivers expected on the roads and around 20 million leisure trips forecast.
Man in late-30s seeks advice on flirty ex-girlfriend messages
A man in his late-30s is in a serious relationship but his ex-girlfriend from 10 years ago still sends flirty messages. He asks Coleen for advice on how to handle it.
Binman explains what to do with excess rubbish
A binman explains whether councils will collect excess rubbish left beside a full wheelie bin, noting rules vary by local authority.
Binman settles debate over where extra rubbish should go
A binman has revealed whether households can leave extra rubbish beside a full wheelie bin, saying it depends entirely on local council rules.
Arsenal transfers: Martinelli exit, Alvarez chase, four deals
Arsenal are set for a busy end to the transfer window as Mikel Arteta looks to break two transfer records, including a £130m club-record move for Julian Alvarez.
Teacher, 24, Plans to Retire as Millionaire by 40
Elly, a 24-year-old teacher from York, is on course to become a millionaire by 40 through investing and saving, with £50,000 already saved.
DWP benefit claimants face £150 rebate deadline - who is eligible
Ofgem's price cap rises to £1,723, but millions on four DWP benefits can get £150 rebate - if they met the August 23 deadline.
£150 Rebate Eligibility Explained After Price Cap Rise
The energy price cap rises to £1,723 today, but millions on four DWP benefits can still get a £150 rebate - if they met the August 23 deadline.
Energy price cap rises 4%: typical bill to hit £1,723
Ofgem's October price cap rises 4%, adding £60 a year (£5 a month) to typical energy bills, reaching £1,723 for Direct Debit households.
Energy bills to rise £60 a year as Ofgem price cap increases
Ofgem's energy price cap will rise 4% to £1,723 a year for typical households from October, adding £60 to annual bills.
Tributes to Aberdare dad who brought skateparks to town after sudden death
Anthony Dennis, 53, died suddenly on July 17, leaving son Oliver, 13. He campaigned for two Aberdare skateparks and mentored young skateboarders.
Bristol named UK's most beautiful city, beating Bath and York
Bristol has been named the UK's most beautiful city, ranking 5th worldwide in Premier Inn's eye-tracking study, ahead of Bath and York.
83-year-old solo traveller explores 27 countries, goes ziplining
Sheila Ingram, 83, from Northampton, began solo travelling at 75 and has visited 27 countries, including India, Uzbekistan and Cuba.
Greek islands facing tourism saturation crisis
Kos, Santorini and Rhodes saw the EU's highest tourism saturation in 2024, with 127.2 tourist nights per resident, prompting action.
Keep Potatoes Fresh for Five Months with Simple Storage Tip
A Facebook user asked how to keep potatoes fresh longer and received many tips. One commenter claims refrigerating them keeps them fresh for up to five months.
Notting Hill Carnival 2026: over 100 road closures confirmed
Over 100 roads will close for Notting Hill Carnival 2026, with Notting Hill Gate shut to motorists for the first time as two million revellers are expected.
Potatoes stay fresh for 5 months in one kitchen spot
Potatoes can stay fresh for up to five months when stored in the fridge, a trick shared by home cooks and backed by food hygiene experts and supplier Albert Bartlett.
Three million households could save £138 on energy bills
Around three million households could save £138 on energy bills by switching from standard credit to Direct Debit or smart prepayment, Ofgem says.
DWP PIP: 71 conditions eligible for £194.60 a week
DWP pays up to £194.60 a week in PIP to people with 71 neurological conditions. Claimants numbered 494,817 as of January 2026.
Burnham unveils Sainsbury's plan for 10,000 youth jobs
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced Sainsbury's Modern Work Experience Programme, creating around 10,000 opportunities for young people over the next year to develop skills and gain career insight.
UK households urged to stockpile tinned food as WW3 fears erupt
Britons are to be told to stockpile tinned food for emergencies amid fears of a potential Russian attack, with civil defence planning reportedly accelerated.
Gatwick profits fall as Iran war hits passenger numbers
Gatwick airport reported half-year pre-tax profits of £136.5 million, down 18% year-on-year, as the Iran war reduced passenger numbers by 4.7% to 19.1 million.
GMB interrupted as Ofgem announces 4% energy price cap rise
Ofgem has announced a 4% rise in the energy price cap from October, pushing typical household bills to £1,723 a year – a three-year high.
Burnham urged to shift tax burden from workers to pensioners
The IPPR urges Andy Burnham to raise taxes on pensioners, proposing National Insurance for older workers and a proportional property tax to meet the rising costs of an ageing population.
Sleep expert backs coverless duvet now £15 off in sale
Night Lark's Linen Print Coverless Duvet is £15 off, dropping to £60 from £75. A sleep expert says coverless bedding can support a good sleep routine.
Essex mum expelled at 14 becomes millionaire at 30
Charlotte Body, 52, expelled from school at 14 for selling clothes from a locker, left with one GCSE, became a millionaire at 30 and now runs the UK's largest women's health event.
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