Yorkshire cottage autumn stays from £699
Millbridge Barn, a historic Yorkshire Dales cottage, offers six-night autumn stays from £699, with guests praising its high-standard refurbishment and scenic setting.
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Labour accused of 'sucker punch' as pub tax reform delayed to 2029
Labour faces criticism as business rates reform for pubs and hotels is delayed until 2029, with industry leaders warning of immediate financial strain on the sector.
Burnham refuses to rule out tax hikes in autumn budget
Andy Burnham refused to rule out tax rises in the autumn budget, prompting a warning from Reform UK against a 'tax assault on working people'.
North Wales 'Hobbit hut' with hot tub and Snowdonia views
A 'Hobbit' style hideaway near Mallwyd, North Wales, with Snowdonia views and a wood-fired hot tub, is available to book via Sykes Cottages.
Antler Packing Cubes Cut to £40 as Shoppers Rave
Antler's Packing Cubes are reduced to £40 in the brand's sale. Shoppers call the four-piece set 'transformational', praising easy packing and unpacking for holidays.
Roman tweed blazer reduced to £55 for autumn
Roman's Boucle Frayed Edge Jacket in black is reduced from £65 to £55. The tweed blazer can be dressed up or down, and comes in five colours.
Lawyer: 10-minute grace period could void private parking fines
A lawyer says UK private car parks must give a mandatory 10-minute grace period before issuing a Parking Charge Notice, meaning some fines may be invalid.
Market Street sweetcorn seller hits back at TikTok harassment
A licensed sweetcorn trader on Market Street says he is being harassed and filmed without consent as tensions grow over the street's future. A petition has been launched.
Aldi limits viral £10 rosé magnum to three per person
Aldi is capping purchases of its viral Le Grand Poulet Rosé Magnum at three bottles per person from August 27 to September 2, when it drops to £9.99.
Best work lunch boxes to save money on meal deals
Packed lunches cost a couple of pounds versus up to £12 daily for city meal deals. We round up the best adult lunch boxes, from YETI to Dunelm, to help you save.
Batman Begins Manor Owner Risks Losing Home Over Bat Surveys
The owner of Grade I-listed Mentmore Towers, used as Wayne Manor in Batman Begins, risks losing the property unless bat surveys are conducted and repairs begin.
FTSE 100 Rises as Oil Prices Fall Despite Iran Sanctions Threat
The FTSE 100 closed 0.4% higher on Monday, outperforming European peers, as oil prices eased and investors awaited key US events including Nvidia earnings and the Jackson Hole summit.
Beckham stylist's £10 buy for blondes gives 'wow' results
A hairstylist who has worked with Victoria Beckham praises the Jerome Russell Bblonde Hi Lift Color & Gloss, a no-bleach formula that lifts up to four levels, costing £9.99.
Cremo's £26 aftershave is a hidden gem for autumn
Cremo's Spice and Black Vanilla aftershave, praised as a hidden gem for autumn, is now £26.31 with code SUMMER15, down from £30.95.
Canada-US trade talks collapse signals negotiation futility
The collapse of Canada-US trade talks shows negotiating with the Trump administration is futile, as Washington prioritises its own interests, observers say.
Government vows fairer business rates for pubs and hotels
An independent review will improve business rate valuations for hospitality venues in England and Wales, with findings due by March 2027.
UK productivity growing faster than official figures, thinktank finds
The Resolution Foundation says UK productivity is growing more strongly than official figures suggest, indicating the economy may be emerging from the shadow of the 2008 financial crisis.
New Fed chair faces critical test at Jackson Hole amid inflation fears
Kevin Warsh faces a critical test at Jackson Hole as bond market anxiety over inflation and Trump's tax plans mounts. Investors seek signals on Fed's rate path.
At 71, Robert Solomon Finds His Best Job Yet as a Grocer
Robert Solomon, 71, became a produce assistant buyer in New York after pandemic cutbacks, calling it his best job yet for physical and mental rewards.
Fairphone 6+ review: faster, more repairable ethical Android
The Fairphone 6+ gets a faster chip, more RAM, and US availability while keeping its repairable, ethical design. It costs £569.
Brescia: Lombardy's Hidden Gem Offers Everything Italy Has to Offer
Brescia, near Lake Garda, has rich history and culture. Locals say it has everything Italy offers, from Roman ruins to fine wine.
UK graduate job vacancies hit decade low
Graduate job vacancies in the UK fell to 8,383 in July, down 45% year-on-year and the lowest since 2016, according to recruitment website Adzuna.
Shein cuts IPO valuation to $27bn for Hong Kong listing
Shein will list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on 1 September at a valuation of close to $27bn, down from a near-$100bn private peak in 2022, after swinging to a $99m loss in Q1.
US tipping culture hits UK causing chaos: report
Service charges and tips are now expected in UK pubs, coffee shops, and even at self-service machines, leaving consumers confused and feeling obligated to pay more.
Treasury bond turmoil raises US safe-haven doubts
US Treasury yields remain elevated despite a bond-buyback intervention, raising questions about the dollar's status as a global safe haven.
Alarm over $20m ICE plan to supply electric-shock gloves
Plans to supply ICE officers with electric-shock gloves have alarmed experts and drawn scrutiny amid lawsuits over their use in local jails, including a Kentucky death case.
Peter Ackroyd obituary: wool champion dies aged 76
Peter Ackroyd, former director general of the National Wool Textile Export Corporation and IWTO president, has died aged 76.
Share Your Favourite Food Discoveries in Europe – Win £200
Guardian readers are invited to share memorable food and drink discoveries in Europe. The best tip wins a £200 voucher towards a Coolstays break.
New Fed Chair Faces Early Test Amid Bond Market Worries
Kevin Warsh, the new Federal Reserve chair, faces a critical test this week amid bond market anxiety over inflation and Trump's tax and spending plans.
Thames Water creditors' rescue plan labelled 'Titanic' stunt
Campaigners accuse Thames Water creditors of a 'cosy stitch-up' as they propose a £10bn rescue deal with new board to avoid nationalisation.
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