Italian woman recovers €1m lottery ticket from rubbish
A €1m lottery ticket was recovered from rubbish in Italy after refuse collectors searched a garbage truck, finding the stub miraculously intact.
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Droylsden's Concord Suite to Be Partially Demolished
Tameside council plans to partially demolish the Concord Suite in Droylsden, retaining lower levels for housing, retail, and leisure as part of town centre regeneration.
Matalan £30 Shacket for £2.74 with Cashback Deal
Matalan's £30 denim shacket is now £15, but new TopCashback members can get it for £2.74 after £15 cashback. Limited-time offer.
Tory councillor: Renters' Rights Act forcing landlords to sell
A Northumberland Tory councillor claims the Renters' Rights Act is forcing landlords to sell, shrinking rural rental stock and pushing families out.
Essex woman dies in Spanish wildfire as partner critical
Lisa Fryett from Canvey Island died in a Spanish hospital after a wildfire near Bédar and Los Gallardos. Her partner Simon Batchelor remains critical.
BP slammed as 'price shock profiteers' over £4.2bn profits
BP's quarterly profits more than doubled to £4.2bn, boosted by the Iran war, drawing criticism as 'price shock profiteers'.
Didsbury cafe Smoak shut for two days after power cut
Smoak in Didsbury lost two days of trading after its power was cut, costing thousands in revenue and stock. Power restored, but owner faces rebuilding customer base.
Play-Doh 2026 Advent Calendar Slashed to £2.25 with Cashback
Argos sells Play-Doh's 2026 Advent Calendar for £18, but TopCashback offers new and existing customers up to £15.75 cashback, reducing the cost to £2.25 or £2.93.
DIY Spray Removes Fingerprints and Grease from Glass and Steel
Cleaning guru Chantel Mila shares a homemade DIY spray using vinegar, rinse aid, and rubbing alcohol to remove fingerprints and grease from glass and stainless steel surfaces.
Burnham Faces Calls for Windfall Tax on Banks and Oil Firms
HSBC and BP post huge profits amid Middle East conflict, prompting calls for windfall taxes on banks and energy firms to offset household financial strain.
Free bus travel for teens could cost £20m a year
Free bus travel for 11 to 16 year olds in Greater Manchester could cost between £15m and £20m a year, TfGM has said. The policy was announced by Mayor Bev Craig.
Tower Hamlets Mayor Highlights Overcrowding Crisis
Tower Hamlets families face 'pain and anguish' from overcrowding as council misses targets for rehousing, mayor says.
B&Q Recalls Fan Over Shock and Fire Risk
B&Q recalls a table fan due to electric shock and fire risk, urging customers to stop using it immediately.
Mumuso opens bigger Scottish store at Livingston's The Centre
Mumuso has relocated its only UK store to a larger venue in Livingston's The Centre, offering an enhanced shopping experience with more products.
Manchester Villa Among Rightmove's Most-Viewed Homes
A £1.444M Whalley Range villa is among Rightmove's most-viewed homes of 2026, featuring eight bedrooms, a cinema room, and a coach house.
Newcastle spin-out secures £16m for electric motor jobs
Newcastle University spin-out AEM secures £16m funding to expand electric motor production in Washington, creating over 20 skilled jobs.
HMRC warns of looming MTD deadline for landlords and traders
HMRC has reminded sole traders and landlords with turnover over £50,000 to file their first quarterly update by 7 August, warning time is running out.
Tesco Clubcard holders can get Alton Towers tickets at a discount
Tesco shoppers can use Clubcard points to get up to double their value towards Alton Towers tickets, making a family day out more affordable this summer.
Ferrero Rocher fans rush to buy new truffle box in Tesco
Ferrero has launched a new Collection Experience box of truffles, spotted in Tesco at £10, with Clubcard price £8. Flavours: cappuccino, cocoa, hazelnut, salted caramel.
Windfall Tax on Banks? Mirror Polls Readers on Burnham
The Mirror asks if PM Andy Burnham should impose a windfall tax on banks after big four profits top £29bn in six months, to ease cost of living.
Home Bargains team plan Liverpool waterfront redevelopment
Plans progress for a major development on Liverpool's southern waterfront, led by the Home Bargains team, including three residential towers up to 27 storeys, a hotel, offices, and mixed-use space.
Kilmarnock Cookhouse and Pub to Close in September
The Cookhouse and Pub in Kilmarnock will close on 3 September 2026 as parent company Whitbread shuts all its branded restaurants, including Beefeater and Brewers Fayre.
Shark vacuum cleaner drops to under £50 in brilliant deal
The Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum is now £49.99, down from £69.99, praised by shoppers for car interiors and quick cleanups.
Waitrose to take over Altrincham Asda site after closure
Waitrose will reopen the former Asda in Hale Barns, Altrincham this autumn, taking over the site after Asda closed it on July 31.
Home Bargains recalls Toy Story bottle over choking risk
Home Bargains has issued an urgent recall for a children's Toy Story water bottle due to a choking hazard after the spout can detach, posing a serious risk to young children.
Bohomoon Sale: Bracelets Reduced to £10
Bohomoon's largest-ever sale reduces over 1,000 items, including the Alexa Bracelet, to £10. Shoppers praise the waterproof, durable design.
MUMUSO Moves to Bigger Livingston Store
MUMUSO has relocated to a larger store at The Centre, Livingston, following customer demand, enhancing the shopping experience with more products and space.
Roman £25 Trousers Praised as 'Beautiful' by Shoppers
Roman's £25 Elastic Waist Wide Leg Stretch Trousers earn rave reviews for comfort and style, available in five colours and praised for looking more expensive than their price.
Morrisons Stocks Christmas Chocolates in August, Shoppers React
Morrisons has put Christmas chocolates on shelves in August, 144 days before the holiday, surprising shoppers who wonder about Halloween, while others defend the early stocking as a yearly tradition.
16-17 Saver railcards valid for full year from August 17
From August 17, 16-17 Saver railcards will be valid for a full year from purchase, not expiring at 18, giving more teens access to half-price train travel.
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