State pension set to rise by over £500 a year next April
State pension likely to rise by more than £500 a year from April, based on wage growth, unless inflation rises sharply.
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Supermarket instant coffee taste test: Sainsbury's wins (18.08.2026)
Sainsbury's own-brand instant coffee is the best supermarket alternative to Costa, beating Morrisons and Co-op in a taste test, with a 3.5/5 rating.
Council Tax up 26% above inflation in Scotland over 30 years
Average Council Tax per dwelling in Scotland has risen 26.2% above inflation since 1996/97, from £589 to £1,529, with increases varying from 7.13% to 81.98% across local authorities.
Home Bargains £30 Faux Fur Rug Rivals Dunelm and Argos
Home Bargains sells the Home Collections Faux Fur Rug for £29.99, cheaper than similar Dunelm and Argos rugs. Available in grey, beige, and sage green.
Frasers ups Hugo Boss stake after takeover rebuff
Frasers Group has increased its stake in Hugo Boss to nearly 48% after its takeover bid was rejected, advancing its luxury market push.
Baking Soda Warning: Avoid These Bathroom Surfaces
Baking soda can damage bathroom surfaces. CEO Brian Toward warns against using it on mirrors, shower doors, bathtubs, tile, and stone.
Carpenter with £78,000 debt turns life around
A carpenter from Norfolk who spiralled into £78,000 of debt after being owed £22,000 for Covid work says a debt management plan saved his life.
Rooney urges Man Utd to sign Lewis-Skelly in £45m U-turn
Wayne Rooney wants Manchester United to sign Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly for £45m, plus three more players, before the transfer window closes.
Dental student launches price comparison site for dentists
Newcastle dental student Sul Malik has launched DentalCompare, a website to compare NHS and private dentist prices, aiming to ease patient access to oral healthcare.
Majority back fines for parent and child bay misuse
51% of UK drivers support fines for misusing parent and child parking spaces, a survey finds, with 63% witnessing misuse.
Grocery inflation slows to 2.1%, lowest since Oct 2024
Supermarket prices rose 2.1% in four weeks to August 9, the lowest since October 2024, as hot weather boosted sales of chilled foods, dips and frozen fruit.
Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews 'still in jail' and 'lies' to inmates
Lee Andrews is reportedly still in prison in Dubai, where he 'constantly lies' to fellow inmates about his release, according to a new podcast.
Parcel missing? Your legal rights explained by Citizens Advice
If a parcel goes missing from your doorstep, the seller is responsible for delivery. Citizens Advice explains your rights, refunds, and compensation options.
Netflix's The Altruists: First Look at FTX Drama
Netflix unveils The Altruists, starring Julia Garner and Anthony Boyle, based on the FTX collapse. The limited series premieres November 19.
Majority back fines for parent and child parking misuse
A survey of 1,000 UK motorists reveals 51% support fines for drivers misusing parent and child parking spaces, with 63% witnessing misuse. Experts warn of safety risks and insurance claims.
Angela Rayner faces backlash as UK unemployment stays at 4.9%
Labour faces criticism over its workers' rights overhaul and tax hikes as UK unemployment remained at 4.9% in the three months to June, with vacancies at a five-year low.
Inside the World's Only Stuffed Blue Whale in Gothenburg
The Malm Whale in Gothenburg is the only stuffed blue whale on Earth. Visitors can enter its belly on special occasions, like election days, when the jaw is opened.
Liverpool close to £120m Barcola deal as PSG lower price
Liverpool are closing in on a £120m deal for PSG winger Bradley Barcola after the French champions lowered their asking price, with a transfer now set to accelerate.
Grandchildren's 'best holiday ever' at UK all-inclusive resort
Grandparents praise Parkdean Resorts' all-inclusive UK breaks, with one calling it the 'best holiday ever' for grandchildren, amid budget-friendly staycation demand.
UK vacancies fall, private pay growth at near six-year low
UK vacancies fell to 707,000, the lowest in over five years, while private sector pay growth dropped to 2.8%, the lowest since 2020.
Grocery inflation falls to 2.1% as heat drives snack sales
Grocery price inflation fell sharply to 2.1% in the four weeks to August 9, the lowest since October 2024, as hot weather boosted sales of chilled finger foods and dips.
State Pension and benefits paid early before bank holiday
DWP, HMRC and Social Security Scotland will pay State Pension and benefits early on Friday, August 28, for payments due on Monday, August 31, ahead of the bank holiday.
UK vacancies fall as private sector pay growth hits near six-year low
UK vacancies fell to 707,000 in May-July, the lowest in over five years, while private sector wage growth dropped to 2.8%, a near six-year low, according to the ONS.
SpudBros return to Trafford Centre after queues
Viral jacket potato brand SpudBros will return to the Trafford Centre for a second week-long pop-up from August 24-29, following huge queues at their first residency.
Aldi confirms bank holiday opening hours and 7pm shopping hack
Aldi has confirmed its opening hours for the August bank holiday, with stores in England and Wales open 8am-8pm. It also shared that 7pm-8pm is among the quietest times to shop.
UK vacancies fall; private pay growth near six-year low
UK vacancies fell by 6,000 to 707,000, the lowest in over five years, while private sector pay growth dropped to 2.8%, a near six-year low, ONS figures show.
Over 1m more to pay income tax than forecast
More than one million extra people face paying income tax this year compared with official forecasts, as frozen thresholds continue to pull more workers and pensioners into the tax net.
Council unveils £24m estate overhaul plan
South Lanarkshire Council proposes £24m investment to reshape its 358-property estate over 10 years, targeting smaller, higher-quality, sustainable buildings.
Amazon launches rare Apple sale with prices from £59
Amazon has launched a limited-time Apple sale with prices starting from £59, including Apple Pencil, Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, AirPods Gen 4, and Beats Pill.
Wetherspoons bans loud phone calls and music after complaints
JD Wetherspoon has banned customers from playing music on phones and using loudspeaker for calls across all 792 pubs after complaints that the noise was 'driving nuts'.
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