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.
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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.
BBC expert reveals £100 to £1m retirement scheme
A couple turned £100 a month into £1 million and retired in 5 years. BBC expert Laura Pomfret explains the FIRE scheme on Morning Live.
Healey pledges support for Liverpool hospitality, no VAT cut
Chancellor John Healey promised to support Liverpool's struggling hospitality firms but stopped short of committing to a VAT reduction, despite calls from the VATsTheProblem campaign.
Wicksteed Park cheapest UK theme park for family day out
Wicksteed Park in Kettering is the UK's cheapest theme park for a family day out at £52 total, based on a date-specific comparison of 10 ride-based parks.
Porth Tocyn: 80 years of family-run Welsh hotel wins award
Porth Tocyn, on the Llŷn Peninsula, has been named Wales' Best Hotel at the 2026 AA Hospitality Awards after 80 years of family ownership.
UK ticket holder claims £111m EuroMillions jackpot
A UK ticket-holder has claimed the £111,709,000 EuroMillions jackpot, matching all five main numbers and both Lucky Stars in Friday's draw, making it the equal 14th biggest UK prize.
£12 per visit: Midlands Adventure Pass deal ends soon
Families can save 63% on entry to Alton Towers, Warwick Castle, Sea Life and Cadbury World with the £49 Midlands Adventure Pass, available until October 22.
New Cardiff Italian restaurant to give away 3,000 free pasta dishes
Solina Pasta opens in Cardiff on Sept 28, offering 3,000 free pasta dishes on a first come, first served basis during its opening week.
Martin Lewis warns of 'demon appliance' driving up bills
Martin Lewis warns tumble dryers are the 'demon appliance' costing £1 per load, as the energy price cap rises 4% on Thursday, pushing average bills to £1,723.
Tax petition nears 100k signatures before Wednesday deadline
A petition urging PM Andy Burnham to raise the personal tax allowance to £18,000 has 82,000 signatures, with a 100,000 target needed for parliamentary debate by Wednesday.
Michelin-Recommended Lofft in Cardiff Offers 25% Off Tasting Menu
Lofft, a tiny Michelin-recommended Cardiff restaurant, is offering 25% off its 10-course tasting menu with code LOFFT25, making award-winning fine dining more affordable.
89p Pumpkin Spice Latte vs Starbucks: Clear Winner Revealed
Daily Record's Rachel Williams tested an 89p Mokate Gold Pumpkin Spice Latte against Starbucks' instant version. The budget sachets were cheaper, but Starbucks won on rich, creamy flavour.
DWP PIP: Milburn warns of 'lost generation' as bill must fall
Alan Milburn, chair of the young people and work review, says one in seven 16-24s are NEET, warning of a 'lost generation' and urging the benefit bill be cut sustainably.
Kit Harington saves Rose Leslie's castle from liquidation
Kit Harington has provided a loan to save Wardhill Castle, his wife Rose Leslie's ancestral home, from liquidation. The 500-year-old Aberdeenshire estate had been ordered into liquidation over debts.
Wavertree charity shop praised as 'so much more than just a shop'
Love Wavertree, a charity shop on Picton Road, has been called 'so much more than just a shop' by its chair, Georgia Dufton, who says it helps the community.
State pensioners face £30 extra HMRC tax charges from January
HMRC will automatically collect Winter Fuel Payments from high-income pensioners via PAYE, adding £30-£33 in monthly tax deductions from January.
World's first Minecraft hotel to open in London in 2027
The world's first Minecraft hotel will open at Chessington World of Adventures in 2027, featuring themed rooms, an underwater restaurant, and the first Minecraft rollercoaster.
Five tax-saving tips that could save Brits up to £7,000
Financial expert Michele Tieghi shares five money moves that could help Brits save up to £7,000 a year in tax, from pension boosts to marriage allowance.
Review: The Rabbit hotel's clothing-optional spa and disco ball
A review of The Rabbit hotel in Templepatrick, Northern Ireland, highlighting its clothing-optional spa with a giant disco ball, outdoor hot tubs, and food by chef Niall Sarhan.
Alnwick locals celebrate as Duke's cottage plans rejected
Residents celebrate after Northumberland County Council rejects the Duke of Northumberland's plans for three cottages near Alnwick, citing landscape harm and boundary issues.
UK EuroMillions winner claims £111m jackpot
A UK ticket-holder has claimed the £111.7m EuroMillions jackpot from Friday's draw, matching all five numbers and both Lucky Stars. The win ranks as the equal 14th biggest prize ever won in the country.
Cruise expert: Celebrity Ascent ruined other holidays for me
Cruise expert Vickiie Oliphant says Celebrity Ascent, with 32 dining options and boutique interiors, has changed how she travels after 16 sailings.
State pensioners can get £1,819 in winter freebies and discounts
Millions of older Britons could unlock nearly £2,000 in state-backed benefits, energy rebates and health discounts to offset rising winter bills. Here is the full list of seven schemes and what each is worth.
Simple hack to soften hard butter without a microwave
A popular social media hack softens hard butter in minutes by placing a heated glass over it, no microwave needed. Chef Nick DiGiovanni shared the tip.
State pensioners under 77 set for £488 annual boost
New state pensioners aged 77 and under are set for an annual boost of around £488 from next April, driven by a 3.9% triple lock increase.
Roman's £32 two-in-one shirt jumper is 'smart and polished'
Roman's £32 Mock Shirt Textured Knit Jumper combines a shirt and cosy jumper in one. Available in four autumnal colours, it's trending for workwear this season.
Who Won't Get DWP Winter Fuel Payments in 2026
Nine million pensioners qualify for Winter Fuel Payments of £100-£300, but some are excluded. Find out the eligibility rules and who won't receive the payment.
Boots £10 foundation matches '99% of UK skin tones'
Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation at Boots is £9.99, claims to match 99% of UK skin tones, and earns 4.3-star reviews for streak-free, buildable coverage.
UK ticket holder claims £111m EuroMillions jackpot prize
A UK ticket holder has claimed the £111,709,000 EuroMillions jackpot, matching all five main numbers and both Lucky Stars in Friday's draw.
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