Brewers Fayre to Close All UK Branches in September 2026
Brewers Fayre will close all its UK and Northern Ireland restaurants on September 7, 2026, as parent company Whitbread cuts costs. Loyalty schemes end August 31.
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FatFace boots reduced by 70% to £30, shoppers say comfy
FatFace's Black Lace Up Buckle Boots are now £30, down from £95, with shoppers praising their comfort and versatility with jeans or dresses.
FTSE 100 slips as AstraZeneca merger talks weigh
The FTSE 100 closed down 0.1% at 10,857.70, dragged by a 9% slump in AstraZeneca after reports of merger talks with Bristol-Myers.
Lynda La Plante handed six-month driving ban
Bestselling author Lynda La Plante has been disqualified from driving for six months after admitting five speeding offences, despite claiming a ban would end her writing career.
Favourite UK Holiday Travel Tip Competition
Share your favourite UK holiday travel tip for a chance to win £200 towards a Coolstays break. The best tip, chosen by Lonely Planet's Tom Hall, will be featured in the Guardian Travel section.
Sydney tolls to rise as Transurban blocks reforms
Sydney's WestConnex toll will rise at least 4% yearly as Transurban blocks reform, with only a few roads getting one-off cuts.
AstraZeneca shares plunge over $400bn US merger talks
AstraZeneca shares fell over 8% after reports of talks to acquire US rival Bristol Myers Squibb in a near $400bn deal, wiping £15bn off its value.
Math Puzzle: 216 Ways to Fill 3x3 Grid with Product 30
The solution to Alex Chui's puzzle: there are 216 ways to fill a 3x3 grid with positive integers so each row and column multiplies to 30.
Wetherspoons to Open First Merseyside Hotel in Southport
JD Wetherspoon is transforming the upper floors of its Sir Henry Segrave pub in Southport into a 29-room hotel, with plans to vary its premises licence.
Grandpa Greene's Diggle closure: 'This isn't goodbye'
Grandpa Greene's announces temporary closure of its Diggle site for a major rebuild, promising a new canalside destination while preserving its charm.
Newcastle bakery sells out daily after closure news
Midsommar Bakery in Newcastle's Grainger Market has seen overwhelming support, selling out of food daily since announcing its closure on August 8.
Habitat rail drops to £28 with TopCashback deal stack
Argos cuts Habitat Lorelei Corner Rail from £75 to £45; TopCashback's £15 bonus drops it to £28.13 for new members.
M&S £20 jersey trousers praised as 'best ever'
M&S £20 jersey wide leg trousers in four colours are hailed as 'best ever' by shoppers, perfect for transitional weather.
Mud Kitchen Drops to £21.69 with Cashback Deal
Parents can save £78 on Tooky Toy Wooden Creative Mud Kitchen, now £21.69 for new TopCashback customers, down from £99.99 at Sports Direct.
Man jailed for keeping dead mother in freezer for years
Christopher Phillips, 60, jailed for keeping his mother's body in a freezer for nearly three years, fraudulently claiming £78,000 in benefits.
Six dead, 26 injured in Italy bus crash
Six people died and 26 were injured in a bus crash in Italy, with debris scattered across the scene.
Liverpool in advanced talks for US retail stores
Liverpool are in advanced talks to become the first Premier League club with permanent US retail stores, potentially earning FSG millions.
Barclays £200 switching offer ends this month
Barclays is offering £200 to savers who switch and meet requirements, but the deal ends on August 27, leaving only weeks to apply.
BBC chef Anthony Demetre closes Vermuteria after eight years
Celebrity chef Anthony Demetre has closed his King's Cross restaurant Vermuteria after eight years, leaving fans heartbroken.
Home Bargains Megastore Opens in Gateshead with Café and Garden Centre
Home Bargains' new megastore in Gateshead, featuring a café and garden centre, draws crowds and exceeds expectations on opening weekend.
Benefit Claimants Get Discounts on Disneyland, Watches, and More
Private schemes offer disabled benefit claimants discounts on Disneyland, luxury goods, and adult products, sparking criticism and defense.
Luxury £529 Advent Calendar Now £98 with Code
The Sentier Fragrance Advent Calendar 2026, worth £529, is reduced to £109, and with code ADVENT10 it drops to £98.10 until August 19.
Man jailed for fake Jaguar brake failure on motorways
Nathan Owen, 33, was jailed for four years and three months after he drove his electric Jaguar at high speeds on motorways, claiming it would not brake, in a bid to avoid paying car finance.
Skechers School Shoes 40% Off at Amazon: Teen-Approved
Skechers Flex Advantage school shoes, praised for comfort and grip, are now 40% off at Amazon, dropping from £84.99 to £49.99.
A1 Western Bypass Crash: Road Closed Near Metrocentre
A1 southbound closed near Metrocentre after collision; one northbound lane also shut. Delays reported, emergency services contacted.
Calvin Klein Eternity Moment Perfume Drops to £25 in New Deal
Calvin Klein Eternity For Women Moment Eau De Parfum (100ml) is now £25.14 after cashback via TopCashback, down from £98 RRP, with free delivery included.
Wingstop UK sales surge 73% as chain expands to 100th site
Wingstop UK's revenues jumped 73% to £216.4m in 2025, driven by new openings, with plans for up to 30 more sites this year.
BBC presenter Tony Livesey quits Radio 5 Live after 16 years
Tony Livesey has left BBC Radio 5 Live after 16 years, following a Panorama investigation into David Sullivan. The broadcaster confirmed his exit, with 5 Live controller Heidi Dawson paying tribute to his career.
M4 motorway halted as lorry carrying hay bursts into flames
Traffic on the M4 has ground to a halt after a lorry carrying bales of hay burst into flames near Swindon, with all lanes closed between junctions 15 and 16.
Clarks Back-to-School Essentials for Stress-Free September
Clarks offers a one-stop shop for school essentials, with shoes, apparel, and accessories at low prices, plus services like half sizes and pre-booked fittings.
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