Diesel rationing and 50mph speed limit plans could return
Government contingency plans for diesel rationing and a temporary 50mph speed limit could be revived as UK fuel prices hit record highs this weekend, with diesel averaging 199.05p per litre.
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Martin Lewis sparks debate after train headphones clash
Martin Lewis clashed with train passengers playing videos aloud, sparking a debate on X about antisocial behaviour on public transport.
Georgia Toffolo's favourite Pai cleanser duo 20% off at LookFantastic
Pai Skincare's double cleansing duo, loved by Georgia Toffolo, is 20% off at LookFantastic until Sunday, September 27. Save £6.80 on each product.
Nearly a million 'bogus self-employed' to benefit from clampdown
Nearly a million workers in bogus self-employment could gain rights under Labour proposals to close loopholes denying minimum wage and holiday pay.
Royal Mail confirms 27 postcodes hit by delivery delays
Royal Mail has confirmed 27 postcode areas face delivery delays this weekend after 13 delivery offices were named among the most impacted.
Edinburgh housekeeper job with New Town flat included
A live-in housekeeper role in Edinburgh's New Town offers a salary up to £45,000 and a newly renovated one-bedroom flat with no council tax or utility bills.
Autumn wreath mistake could cost homeowners £200
Hanging a wreath on your front door could lead to £80-£200 in repair bills if done wrong. A door specialist shares six tips to avoid damage.
Man United face higher Kone price after Roma £86m demand
Roma have raised Manu Kone's asking price to at least £86million after Manchester United were linked with the midfielder during the summer window.
Argos Nintendo Switch games for 7p each in deal stack
Nintendo Switch gamers can get up to 70 mini games for under £5 thanks to a double discount at Argos, plus a TopCashback offer for new customers.
Cling film on banana stems keeps fruit fresh longer
Wrapping banana stems in cling film traps ethylene gas, slowing ripening and keeping the fruit yellow and fresh for longer, according to food experts.
Lectric XPedition2 review: best electric cargo bike tested
The Lectric XPedition2 cargo ebike, priced at $1,399, impressed in testing with a 450lb payload capacity and up to 60 miles range, making urban errands easier.
NSW housing plan: 9,400 apartments in 142 towers
A NSW government proposal could allow 9,400 new apartments in 142 towers, some up to 30 stories, in Woollahra, Sydney, sparking concerns over heritage and affordability.
Family trip to Penang: heritage, humidity and unexpected lessons
A mother brings her children to Penang to connect with their heritage, but learns to let go of expectations and enjoy simple local pleasures instead.
Eviction of 87-year-old puts Spain’s housing crisis in spotlight
Images of Maricarmen Abascal being forcibly removed from her home sparked protests and a reckoning over the country’s soaring real estate market.
Median marriage length before divorce hits 13-year high
The median length of a marriage before divorce reached 13 years in England and Wales in 2025, up from 12.7 years in 2023 and a low of 8.9 years in 1985, according to ONS figures.
Poland's defence boom: economic growth or fiscal strain?
Poland's defence spending has more than doubled to 4.8% of GDP, driving growth but also a record deficit and credit downgrade.
UK takeover boom earns City bankers and lawyers over £1bn
Mergers and acquisitions of UK-listed companies surged 175% to £100bn in 2026, generating over £1.2bn in fees for City advisers and sparking anger over high pay.
15 great cottages and cabins for an autumn escape in the UK
From a sleek Highlands retreat to a cabin with a hot tub on a Somerset vineyard, our pick of self-catering accommodation for a UK autumn break includes cottages, cabins, shepherds' huts and more.
Best casserole dishes tested: Le Creuset to budget picks
A chef tested nine casserole dishes for stews, pasta sauces, and roasts. Le Creuset took top honors, while Habitat offered the best budget option at £29.99.
Chartreuse: The Elusive Liqueur Becomes a Trendy Bar Staple
Chartreuse, the herbal liqueur made by French monks with a secret recipe and limited supply, has become the trendiest drink at bars, despite its scarcity and high demand.
Burnham's radical reset collides with economic reality
Surging energy bills, higher borrowing costs and rising inflation have left the PM and his chancellor in a fiscal bind as Labour heads to Liverpool.
High court allows floodplain homes despite failed safety test
A high court ruling permits building 190 homes on north Somerset floodplains despite failing a safety test, sparking a campaign to change planning law.
Is 3 the most common number in UK street addresses?
A reader asks if 3 is the most common number in UK street addresses after struggling to buy sticky vinyl number 3 for a new wheelie bin.
Pandas depart China for Atlanta after Xi-Trump summit
Two giant pandas left Chengdu on Sunday for Atlanta as part of a China-US agreement, following Xi Jinping's summit with Donald Trump where the loan was announced.
Lime bike profits surge as riders hit 700,000 in England
Lime's UK arm saw profits more than double to £4.7m in 2025 as average monthly users surged to nearly 700,000, with sales up a third to £148m.
RBA set to raise cash rate to 4.6%, highest since 2011
The Reserve Bank board is poised to hike the cash rate from 4.35% to 4.6% on Tuesday, pushing typical home loan rates to 6.5% and adding over $100 to monthly repayments.
Millennial mothers face impossible juggle of work and family
Millennial mothers feel trapped by impossible expectations to balance career, motherhood and self-care, new research shows the economic toll is rising.
Can you cut a neighbour's tree hanging into your garden? Lawyer explains
In England and Wales, you can cut branches crossing onto your property up to the boundary line, but you must not step onto your neighbour's land or damage the tree.
Households urged to stock up on heating oil before October
Rural UK homes are urged to buy heating oil before October to avoid winter price hikes, as demand rises when temperatures drop.
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens: best of all worlds
Four Seasons Astir Palace on the Athenian Riviera offers tranquil beaches, top dining, and easy access to Athens' sights, all in one refined resort.
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