Southport Pokémon shop Gawtos TCG opens after Amsterdam trip
Couple Levi Bailey and Keira Reid opened Gawtos TCG in Southport after Amsterdam trip. They say interest in Pokémon cards matches Amsterdam's.
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UK inflation set to rise to 2.9% as energy bills soar
UK inflation is expected to hit 2.9% in July, driven by soaring energy bills, adding fresh pressure on households and complicating the outlook for interest rates.
Furore over plans to expand Kent oyster shack
James Green's oyster company owns a chunk of Whitstable's shoreline, but plans to extend seating at the Forge shack have sparked over 200 objections and a local backlash.
Parents share creative ways to manage summer childcare costs
With six weeks of childcare costing up to £1,145 per child, parents use spreadsheets, savings, and shared rotas to get through the school holidays.
Central banks face rate dilemma as Iran war fuels inflation fears
Central banks face a dilemma as inflation falls but growth slows, with the Fed, ECB and BoE unclear on tackling inflation amid the Iran war and rising oil prices.
Sally McManus steps down as ACTU secretary after nine years
Sally McManus, ACTU secretary for nine years, steps down at month's end, citing a need for a break after 33 years as a union official.
Milburn urges turbocharge of special needs internships
Alan Milburn's review will propose expanding supported internships for young people with special educational needs to combat 'devastating' joblessness rates.
Dusk Marble Lamp £12 Off, Praised by Shoppers
Dusk's Ivy Marble Effect Table Lamp, usually £39, is now £27. Shoppers praise its cosy glow and neutral style, with all six reviews giving five stars.
Lewes railway closed at least ten more days after derailment
The railway between Lewes and Haywards Heath will remain closed for at least another ten days after a Southern train derailed near Lewes, seriously injuring two passengers.
Heysham Village: Lancashire's hidden coastal gem
Heysham Village offers a picturesque day out with cobbled streets, 17th-century cottages, a rocky beach with rock pools, and rare heritage sites including St Peter's Church and Viking graves.
Scottish island cottage for sale in 'spectacular setting'
No 5 Deiraclete, a two-bedroom cottage on Harris in the Outer Hebrides, is for sale for offers over £310,000, featuring sea views and a decked terrace.
Lewes derailment: Line closed for 10 more days
The Lewes to Haywards Heath line will stay closed for at least 10 days after a derailment injured two seriously, Network Rail and Southern Rail said.
Khan slams Heathrow runway plan after noise cut
London mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has criticised Heathrow Airport after proposed spending on noise reduction was cut from £241 million to £52 million, affecting around 6,500 homes.
HMRC £3,000 side hustle threshold change still means tax owed
HMRC will raise the side hustle reporting threshold to £3,000 from 2029, but tax is still owed on earnings above £1,000, with a £600 bill for basic rate taxpayers.
Free £20 Loom Bands Set at Argos with TopCashback Deal
Argos offers the Shimmer & Sparkle Loom All In One Colossal Loom Studio Set for £20. New TopCashback customers can get it free, while existing Argos customers pay 87p.
Ukraine Strikes on Wildberries Push Russian Economy to 'Meltdown'
Ukrainian strikes on Wildberries warehouses have helped plunge Russia's economy into meltdown, experts warn, as attacks bring the war home to civilians.
Pippa Middleton must tear up car park after appeal fails
Pippa Middleton and husband James Matthews have been ordered to remove an unauthorised six-space car park at their £15m Berkshire estate after planners rejected their appeal.
Equal Tea: Urmston cafe creating jobs for people with assessed needs
Equal Tea, a new Urmston coffee shop from Away Day Care, offers employment pathways and training for individuals with assessed needs in Greater Manchester.
Baking soda trick makes oven cleaning effortless
Cleaning an oven does not have to take hours. A simple baking soda paste removes grease and grime naturally, without harsh chemicals, in about 30 minutes of actual work.
Rail chaos: 'Do not travel' warning as wires hit King's Cross
Thousands face disruption after overhead wires broke between Peterborough and Stevenage, blocking part of the East Coast Main Line and causing mayhem at London King's Cross.
Dunelm Autumn Rug Sale: Save Up to £224 on Four Options
Dunelm's clearance sale offers half-price rugs, with savings up to £224, including the Traditional Patchwork Chenille and Novah Luxury Ribbed Texture rugs.
UK households to get £2,500 off bills from 2027 under 500m rule
Households near new pylons could save up to £2,500 on electricity bills over 10 years from 2027, with payments starting automatically for those within 500 metres.
Free bus pass age rise in England hits 1960-born group in September
The free bus pass eligibility age in England rises with the State Pension age this September, delaying bus pass entitlement for those born between August 6 and September 5, 1960.
HMRC tax bills for 5.3M UK savings households
HMRC will send tax bills to as many as five million UK households with savings accounts, as non-ISA accounts breach the Personal Savings Allowance, according to Yorkshire Building Society analysis.
New Terry's Chocolate Orange 'huge' bar delights fans
A new 330g Terry's Chocolate Orange bar, three times the weight of the standard bar, has excited fans after being spotted on Ocado for £5.50.
Halifax to close 15 branches across UK in September
Halifax will close 15 UK branches in September 2026, from Horsham to London, as part of Lloyds Banking Group's network changes.
Liverpool Council HMO block overruled on appeal
The Planning Inspectorate overturned Liverpool Council's refusal of four HMOs in Wavertree, Toxteth and Mossley Hill, citing flawed evidence handling.
Lidl's £7.99 Lamp vs John Lewis £55 Duo: Save £47
Lidl's new £7.99 LED table lamp resembles John Lewis' £55 pair, offering a £47 saving. Available Thursday, August 20.
UK energy bills set to push inflation towards 3%
UK households face renewed pressure as higher energy bills are expected to push inflation up towards 3%, with economists warning of a fresh cost-of-living squeeze.
DWP September deadline to avoid £300 HMRC tax charges
The DWP has set two September deadlines for state pensioners to opt out of Winter Fuel Payments and avoid up to £300 in HMRC tax charges.
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