Birthday Deals and Discounts: What Your Age Unlocks in the UK
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Lula bans fixed-odds sports betting before Brazil election
Brazil's president Lula signed an order banning fixed-odds sports betting, calling it a 'hard, drastic and necessary measure' to tackle family debt.
Trump's Venezuela oil deal faces legal and logistical hurdles
A Guardian investigation finds the US-Venezuela oil agreement, touted as the biggest in history, is likely doomed due to legal, logistical, and authority issues.
Heathrow Express future in doubt as third runway plans advance
With fares high and passenger numbers low, plans for a third runway could bring the train’s future into question. The Heathrow Express was used by only 4.5 million passengers last year, less than 6% of Heathrow’s air passengers.
Maine feels pain of Trump's trade war with Canada
Maine's logging and fishing industries struggle as Trump's tariffs on Canada drive up costs, with voters weighing the impact ahead of the midterms.
UK steps up work on law to ban ticket touting as artists pressure PM
The UK government is intensifying work on laws to outlaw for-profit ticket resales, as artists including Tinie Tempah and the Smiths' drummer Mike Joyce urge action, new research shows touts targeting small venues.
Next shoppers rush to buy £32 'deer print' fleece
Shoppers are flocking to Next to buy a £32 deer print fleece, part of the 'Bambi Core' trend seen on catwalks like Tory Burch, with four colours available.
M&S launches Surprise Bags at nine Merseyside stores
Nine Merseyside Marks and Spencer stores now sell Too Good To Go Surprise Bags of surplus bakery items, priced at £3.80.
Spain vs Argentina World Cup brawl: Bans and fines explained
Spain's World Cup 2026 final win over Argentina ended in a brawl, leading to a 10-match ban for Leandro Paredes and fines for the Argentine FA.
Towel trick speeds up indoor clothes drying without heating
Wrapping wet clothes in a dry towel absorbs excess moisture, helping laundry dry faster indoors this autumn without switching on the heating, experts say.
HMRC £1,200 Help to Save bonus alert for UC claimants
HMRC reminds Universal Credit claimants they can earn up to £1,200 in bonuses over four years through Help to Save. Checking eligibility and opening an account online takes only a few minutes.
Smoke and vape breaks at work: your legal rights explained
Most UK workers get a 20-minute rest break after six hours, but there is no automatic right to extra smoke or vape breaks unless a contract allows them.
Aeroflot A321 stranded at Geneva since 2022 faces £1.4m charges
An Aeroflot A321, named after a Russian soprano, has been parked at Geneva airport since 2022, accumulating around £1.4 million in parking and ground handling charges while sanctions prevent its return.
Wales' economic development system too complex, says columnist
Columnist Dylan Jones-Evans argues Wales' economic development system is too complicated, proposing town-level business growth managers after data shows most Welsh settlements are small.
DWP to cover 100% of wages for firms hiring young disabled
Firms hiring young disabled people will get 100% of wage costs covered for six months from April 2027, under a DWP scheme announced by Pat McFadden.
HMRC mileage rates change for company car drivers from September 1
HMRC's new advisory fuel rates took effect September 1, with some petrol and diesel rates changing. Rates apply to company car drivers and remain until December 1.
Help to Save: Universal Credit £1,200 bonus scheme changes
More than 650,000 people now use Help to Save, which offers a £1,200 bonus to Universal Credit claimants. From April 2028, eligibility expands to all UC claimants.
HMRC urges 2002-2011 births to check for £2,310 CTF
HMRC says around 827,000 young adults have a matured Child Trust Fund worth on average £2,310. Born between Sept 1, 2002 and Jan 2, 2011? Check now.
Get £4.45 Newsham Scream Park tickets via TopCashback deal
Newsham Scream Park tickets drop to £4.45 for new TopCashback users, saving 44% on the £35.45 price for the October 3 event.
Glasgow fire-and-rehire threat 'should never have escalated'
Unite union says Glasgow City Council's threat to fire and rehire 23,000 workers 'should never have escalated' after Scottish Government intervention halts plan.
HMRC tax bills for pensioners with Winter Fuel Payments
HMRC will send tax bills to state pensioners receiving Winter Fuel Payments this year if their total income exceeds £35,000. Payments will be reclaimed through monthly tax charges.
Lidl £9.99 18m airer vs £17 B&Q and £22 Tesco rivals
Lidl's 18m Clothes Airer, priced at £9.99, is now in stores nationwide, offering space for up to 2 washing machine loads and a foldable, weather-resistant design.
Lidl £10 Clothes Airer Dries 2 Loads, Cheaper Than B&Q and Tesco
Lidl's new £9.99 18m Clothes Airer fits 2 washing machine loads, undercutting similar products at B&Q (£16.99) and Tesco (£21.99).
Heathrow's third runway delayed until 2039
Heathrow's third runway will be delayed by four years to 2039, as airport bosses told the Government the current 2035 deadline is not possible.
HMRC: Parents earning £60k-£80k can still claim Child Benefit
HMRC reminds parents with adjusted net income between £60,000 and £80,000 they can still claim Child Benefit and pay the charge via salary, no tax return needed.
Cardiff bus passenger: Two hours for six miles amid roadworks
A Cardiff bus passenger says a six-mile journey took two hours as major roadworks continue on Castle Street, Callaghan Square and Kingsway, with congestion reported across the city.
Glasgow hotel with rooftop bowling alley up for sale
YOTEL Glasgow, a 257-room hotel with a rooftop bowling alley opposite Central Station, has been listed for sale by Christie & Co.
Older Pensioners to Get £739.60 DWP Payments in October
Older state pensioners on the basic State Pension can receive up to £739.60 every four weeks in October, following the 4.8% triple lock increase for the 2026/27 tax year.
Martin Lewis warns of mortgage arrears risk amid rate rises
Martin Lewis warns mortgage overpayers face arrears risk. He advises comparing mortgage costs with savings interest, keeping emergency funds, and checking penalties before overpaying.
BBC chef closes restaurant after 4 years citing financial challenges
Dominic Chapman has closed The Crown in Maidenhead after four years, saying "the numbers didn't add up". He now focuses on new project Jack O'Newbury in Binfield.
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