Ukraine war sparks £11bn panic in Russia
Russian citizens have withdrawn nearly £11bn from banks in three months, fearing Vladimir Putin could seize deposits to finance the war in Ukraine, as Ukrainian drone strikes intensify.
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Wynsors to close Birkenhead store with 30% closing down sale
Wynsors is closing its Birkenhead store at Europa Centre with a 30% closing down sale, becoming the latest retailer to leave the area after Wilko, Vue Cinema and Mecca Bingo.
Floral Street perfume mist trio drops to £11 per bottle
The Floral Street Mini Perfume Mist Trio at Boots offers three 50ml bottles for £35, with each fragrance costing about £11.67. Fans praise the fresh scents.
Parents race to Argos for £2.54 LEGO Halloween candle
Lego's Skull Vase Building Set, normally £17.99, can be bought for £2.54 via a TopCashback offer for new members, making it a cheap Halloween decoration.
Gallows Corner roadworks: 14-month closure sparks anger
A 14-month road closure at Gallows Corner in east London has left residents and businesses frustrated, with an MP accusing the mayor of showing no interest in the 'diabolical' situation.
Sky Sports Launches Your Multiview: Watch Four Games at Once
Sky Sports launches Your Multiview, allowing Premier League fans to watch four live events simultaneously on one screen, starting this week.
Rumour Has It restaurant in Sunderland closes with 'heavy heart'
Rumour Has It, a popular family-run restaurant in Sunderland, has closed its doors. The owners announced the 'tough decision' on social media, thanking customers and staff for their support over the past 3½ years.
Sync Beauty's £8 lip kit gives 'fuller, sculpted look'
Sync Beauty's Sculpt and Glow lip bundle, now £29.75 with code SUMMER15, earns a 4.8-star rating as shoppers say 'my lips have never looked better'.
Sheffield United face 12-point deduction threat after liquidation
Sheffield United could face a 12-point deduction in the Championship after the High Court placed COH Sports Bidco Ltd, the company used to purchase the club, into liquidation over an unpaid £35m instalment.
Boden top with 'stunning sleeves' reduced from £59 to £29
Boden's Cutwork Detail Jersey Top has been reduced from £59 to £29.50 in the August sale, available in multiple colours and sizes 4 to 22.
Zian Flemming urged to stay at Burnley amid Everton links
Burnley head coach Nicky Hayen has urged Zian Flemming to stay at the club, amid reports linking the striker with a move to Everton after David Moyes was spotted at Turf Moor.
National Lottery hunts £1m winner in Wakefield
The National Lottery is appealing for the winner of a £1million jackpot who bought a ticket in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, to come forward after the August 5 draw.
Ezri Konsa set for Arsenal medical after £50m Villa deal
Ezri Konsa is set to undergo a medical at Arsenal after a £50m-plus-add-ons deal was struck with Aston Villa, with a potential debut at Villa Park on August 31.
Man United Miss Out on £13m as Real Betis Reject Antony Bid
Manchester United have been denied a £13m windfall after Real Betis rejected a €50m approach for former winger Antony, blocking a club-record transfer.
100-Year-Old Home in Northumberland Listed for £350,000
Dene View, a semi-detached property built in 1926 in the hamlet of Westwood near Hexham, is on the market for £350,000 through Brunton Residential.
Sarah Ferguson dealt 'devastating blow' as bankroll bombshell revealed
Sarah Ferguson will not receive anything from the will of her ex-boyfriend Paddy McNally, according to a royal expert, dashing hopes of a financial lifeline.
Mike Hall: Sell Principality Stadium to ease Welsh rugby crisis
Former Wales captain Mike Hall urges the WRU to sell and lease back the Principality Stadium, releasing hundreds of millions to address an 'existential crisis' in Welsh rugby.
EasyJet Cancels All Flights at Leeds Bradford Airport
EasyJet will permanently cancel all flights from Leeds Bradford Airport from January 5, 2027, affecting routes to Barcelona, Majorca, Malaga, Paris, Geneva and Belfast.
Boots £90 Beauty Advent Calendar Now £44 in Star Gift Deal
Boots has slashed the Macmillan 24 Doors of Joy Beauty Advent Calendar from £90 to £44 in a limited-time Star Gift deal, featuring brands like No7 and Liz Earle.
Panadila Sherpa Fleece Under £20 With Over 300 Five-Star Reviews
This Panadila Women's Sherpa Fleece Sweatshirt costs £17.10 on Amazon, comes in over 40 colours, and has over 300 five-star reviews. Shoppers call it 'cosy' and 'great for when it's chilly'.
Uber Offers Free Dua Lipa-Style Wedding Transport in Glasgow
Uber is launching a limited-edition Hitch 'N' Ride wedding service in Glasgow, offering free Bentley convertible pickups for brides and grooms, plus paparazzi-style photos, from August 28 to 31.
Rooney's transfer wish ignored after £65m Baleba bid
Wayne Rooney's call for a tall midfielder at Manchester United appears unanswered as the club has submitted a £65m bid for 5ft10' Carlos Baleba, despite the legend's plea for height.
Historic North East church bells to be removed from listed church
The Durham Diocese Board of Finance has applied to remove the full chime of eight bells from St Mary's Church in South Hylton, citing a declining congregation and repair costs.
Work to Remove Birkenhead's 'Wotsit Street' Begins
Removal of the controversial orange and yellow street furniture and planters on Grange Road West in Birkenhead, known as 'Wotsit Street', has started, with the council leader calling the £300,000 scheme a waste of money.
SpaceX Starship Lands on Christmas Island
Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship has successfully landed on Christmas Island, Australia, marking a major milestone in the company's spaceflight program.
Arsenal and Chelsea Lead WSL Revenue Growth
Arsenal and Chelsea have recorded the highest revenues in the Women's Super League, according to newly released financial figures for the 2024-25 season.
Chery to Open UK Research Centre in Bedfordshire
Chinese carmaker Chery, owner of Jaecoo and Omoda, will open a new R&D facility in Bedfordshire this autumn as part of its long-term UK expansion plan.
US Fire Departments Face Critical Staffing Shortage
US fire departments are struggling with a severe staffing shortage, with many firefighters working mandatory overtime and departments unable to fill vacancies, according to a new survey.
UK inflation rises to 2.4% in July driven by gas surge
UK inflation rose to 2.4% in July, driven by a surge in gas costs, with energy prices pushing the rate above the Bank of England's 2% target.
Energy price cap forecast to rise to £1,823 in winter
The energy price cap is forecast to rise to £1,823 per year for a typical household this winter, up from £1,731, as wholesale gas costs increase.
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