AA calls for one-hour automatic to manual driving conversion
The AA says drivers who pass automatic tests should be allowed to drive manual cars after a one-hour conversion course, rather than face long waits.
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Andy Burnham backers set themselves up for embarrassment
Labour supporters eagerly backing Andy Burnham are setting themselves up for embarrassment, as history shows with Keir Starmer's adoring fans.
Pensions shift accelerating as DWP data reveals change
New DWP figures show the proportion of pensioners accessing defined contribution pots rose from 37% to 49%, as an expert warns the UK is moving to 'pension inadequacy'.
John Lewis relaunches sports and wellbeing offer across UK
John Lewis relaunches sports and wellbeing offer, first UK retailer to combine sportswear, wearable tech, recovery and expert services in one place.
Skechers Flex Appeal 5.0 Under £35 After Cashback
Skechers Flex Appeal 5.0 trainers, hailed as 'so, so comfy', can be bought for £34.24 with a £15 TopCashback bonus and £18.99 off at Sports Direct.
Dad finds $40 gift cards in £6 charity shop jacket (03.08.2026)
Dad buys eight-year-old son a leather jacket for $7.99 at a Flagstaff charity shop and finds $40 in loaded Subway gift cards hidden in the pocket.
Outsunny 62L Trolley deal: SUMMER10 code lowers price
The Outsunny 62L Festival Trolley is discounted at Yimbly to £29.70 with code SUMMER10, undercutting Amazon's £32.99 price for the same blue model.
New Turkish restaurant opens in Liverpool's Queen Square
Istanbul Breeze opens in Liverpool's Queen Square, Elixir promises a champagne garden, and the square's history from market to bus station is explored.
Dunelm Lampshade Praised for Adding Personality
Dunelm's Pleated Stripe Easy Fit Lamp Shade is trending online, with shoppers praising its quality, personality and 'country style' look. It has a 4.3 rating.
John Lewis sports relaunch at 3 stores
John Lewis is relaunching sports and wellbeing in three UK stores, becoming the first UK retailer to combine sportswear, wearable tech and expert services.
Parcel missing from bin or doorstep? Know your rights
A parcel left without your consent is the retailer's responsibility; if it goes missing from a bin or doorstep, you are likely due a refund or replacement.
Martine McCutcheon: £12 Shampoo Banished Dandruff
Martine McCutcheon says Polytar's 4% Coal Tar Scalp Shampoo, from £11.99, left her 'never had a problem with dandruff again' – shoppers are impressed too.
Travel Firm Collapses Into Liquidation as Website Vanishes
Coach firm TS Travels Group Ltd has entered liquidation, with its website vanished and bookings halted. Liquidator Laura Anne Walshe appointed on July 29, 2026.
FAW withdraws support for Infantino re-election
The Football Association of Wales has withdrawn support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA re-election, citing governance failures and his controversial World Cup sell-off plans.
Russians cancel holidays, milk cows as economy reels
Summer holidays have become unaffordable for millions of Russians as sanctions and war costs mount, with Crimea bookings down 30% and June tourism losses $19.7B
Martin Lewis urges credit card switch to save £120
Martin Lewis urges Brits to switch to a 0% balance transfer credit card to save £120 a year on £1,000 debt, recommending HSBC and Virgin Money deals.
Second-hand bridesmaid dresses: searches up 17% year on year
Searches for second-hand bridesmaid dresses are up 17% year on year, with nearly a quarter of former bridesmaids considering declining the role due to cost, Vinted research shows.
UK recession risk if Hormuz stays shut, EY warns
The UK could be pushed into recession next year if the Strait of Hormuz remains shut until 2027, with GDP set to contract 0.2%, EY's report warns.
AA urges one-hour manual conversion after automatic tests
Drivers who pass automatic tests should be allowed to drive manual cars after a one-hour conversion course, the AA has said, citing long waiting times.
John Lewis invests millions in sports fitness relaunch
John Lewis is relaunching its sports offer with a multimillion-pound investment, becoming the first UK retailer to combine sportswear, tech and expert services.
Greggs Quicknic deal needs 24-point weather score
Greggs is rolling out a £4.75 Quicknic meal deal, but only in regions scoring at least 24 points on its new AI weather formula, with 12 UK areas tracked weekly.
AA wants one-hour manual conversion after automatic test
The AA proposes one-hour manual conversion for automatic licence holders as manual test waits hit 22 weeks and automatic test share at record high.
Five Al-Fayed sex abuse survivors were trafficking victims
At least five survivors of sexual abuse by former Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed were human trafficking victims, the UK's National Referral Mechanism found.
Greggs Quicknic deal available in UK areas with top scores
Greggs' new £4.75 Quicknic deal is unlocked only in UK regions scoring 24 on its AI weather formula, with weekly forecasts deciding availability.
Glasgow ends Commonwealth Games with fireworks
The 2026 Commonwealth Games ended in Glasgow with a closing ceremony featuring Simple Minds, fireworks over the Clyde and the handover to Amdavad for 2030.
Liverpool ratings: Two 4s as Reds collapse in Leeds defeat
Liverpool conceded four goals in a second-half collapse as Leeds United came from behind to win 4-2 at Soldier Field, ending the Reds' US tour on a sour note.
Weather maps show violent thunderstorms to end UK heatwave
Weather maps reveal when violent thunderstorms and heavy rain will end the UK heatwave, with parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and England set for storms.
Diana Ross dedicates special song to Brighton Pride crowd
Diana Ross headlined Brighton and Hove Pride on Sunday, telling the crowd to 'always be you' as she dedicated a special song and performed hit after hit.
State pensioners over 70 can get an extra £8,430 per year
Over-70s can get an extra £8,433 a year on average from an annuity on top of their DWP state pension, as annuity rates reach an 18-year high, Standard Life says.
Australia news live: fuel excise cut and cost of living
The day's top stories include the fuel excise cut debate, cost-of-living measures from Jim Chalmers, and political reactions from Labor, Coalition, and One Nation.
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