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.
Category : Business
Plans scrapped for £75m UK's biggest waterpark
Plans for the £75m Elysium Water Park in Bournemouth, which would have been the UK's largest indoor waterpark, have been scrapped due to delays and funding issues.
State pensioners face benefit cuts after 28 days in hospital
People on State Pension could lose some benefits after 28 days in hospital under a little-known DWP rule, but their pension itself keeps being paid.
Air fryers cost households 110 miles of driving per year
Running an air fryer for typical use costs UK households £28.07 a year, with the energy equal to 110 miles of driving, Utilita has calculated.
Ariana Grande Pulls Out of Sunday in the Park
Ariana Grande has pulled out of the London production of Sunday In The Park With George, which will continue at the Barbican with her role recast.
Ariana Grande exits London Sunday In The Park With George
Ariana Grande withdraws from the London revival of Sunday In The Park With George. Her role will be recast; the Barbican production still opens in 2027.
Made In Cookware 5-piece set on sale - now £309
The Made In Cookware 5-piece stainless steel set is on sale for £309. We tested it: pro-grade quality, even heat, cool handles and lifetime warranty.
Ariana Grande will take a step back after tour ends
Ariana Grande is stepping back from public life after her Eternal Sunshine tour, withdrawing from the West End revival of Sunday in the Park with George.
Former taxi driver haunted by Diane Sindall murder memory
Birkenhead marked 40 years since Diane Sindall's murder with a memorial, where a taxi driver who saw her that night said the memory lives with him.
Man shot dead at traveller site in Swindon - two arrested
A murder investigation has been launched after a man in his 30s was shot dead at a traveller site in Swindon on Sunday, with two people arrested.
Manchester United close in on Champions League with win over Brentford
Manchester United beat Brentford 2-1 to move within two points of Champions League qualification, with goals from Casemiro and Sesko.
Brit in Benidorm amazed by 'mental' price of Sunday roast dinner
A British expat in Benidorm was stunned by the size and price of a Sunday roast at Uncle Ron's, calling the €12 meal 'an absolute bloody bargain'.
Finucane stunned by Gethin Jones flag request
Gethin Jones left Emma Finucane speechless by asking her to carry the Welsh flag at the Commonwealth Games closing ceremony after her historic four gold medals.
Starbucks shareholders seek removal of two board members over stalled union talks
Starbucks shareholders target two board members over stalled union negotiations, citing failed promises and rising labour risks.
Lab tests 13 non-toxic non-stick pans, with one standout splurge
Drexel Food Lab tested 13 non-toxic, PFAS-free non-stick pans. One standout: Smithey Ironware carbon steel skillet. Here's how they tested.
Get full-size Estée Lauder serum for under £20 in this £59.53 LookFantastic set
LookFantastic cuts Estée Lauder four-piece skincare set to £59.53, including 50ml Advanced Night Repair serum, worth £143.
Woman's fury as strangers keep trying to enter her home due to neighbour's holiday lets
Woman frustrated as strangers repeatedly try to enter her home, confusing it with neighbours' holiday cottages for 20 years.
Frozen in time: Abandoned Alaska McDonald's reveals 1990s menu prices
An abandoned McDonald's in Alaska, untouched since 1994, goes viral on TikTok, showing 1990s prices and sparking nostalgia.
UK gender pay gap underestimated for two decades, report says
Research finds ONS underestimated UK gender pay gap since 2004 by over-weighting larger employers with smaller pay gaps.
Ann Summers shoppers snap up 'comfy' bra reduced to £14 in winter sale
Ann Summers' winter sale includes the Lovers Lace Lounge Bra for £14, plus matching knickers and discounted pyjamas, with shoppers praising comfort and fit.
Matalan's £32 suitcase bears striking resemblance to £210 John Lewis set
Matalan's discounted IT Luggage suitcase, from £28, looks similar to John Lewis's £210 set, but with lighter weight and lower capacity.
HMRC Fuel Rates for September to Be Confirmed Within Weeks
HMRC will confirm new advisory fuel rates for September 1 within weeks, affecting company car drivers. Current rates range from 14p to 26p per mile.
Tribunal rules calling boss a 'dickhead' is not a sackable offence
Employment tribunal rules that calling a boss a 'dickhead' during a row is not gross misconduct, awarding sacked office manager Kerrie Herbert £30,000.
Utah woman sues polygamist husband for share of property
Shirlyn Watson sues polygamist husband David Watson for 25% of property, alleging neglect and broken promises after 47-year marriage.
Teenager admits JCB rampage that destroyed six new-build homes
A 16-year-old boy pleads guilty to a JCB rampage that destroyed six new-build homes in Darlington, causing delays for future tenants.
Lush launches nostalgic 90s Alien Egg Farm shower jelly for Halloween
Lush's new Alien Egg Farm shower jelly brings 90s alien egg nostalgia, zesty Avobath scent, vegan, 250g £10 or 1.8kg £40 in stores.
Heated Clothes Airer: A Space-Saving Solution for Small Flats
A Dunelm heated clothes airer offers a cheap, energy-efficient way to dry laundry in small flats, with items ready in hours.
M4 fatal crash: smart motorway defect 'overwhelming cause', jury told
Jury hears defective smart motorway system was overwhelming cause of fatal M4 crash, as prosecution says collision not inevitable.
Little-known button that warms your car faster this winter
Former car salesman reveals the little-known button that heats your car quickly this winter, plus other efficient warming tips.
Peace hopes push markets to records as oil hits three-month low
Wall Street and European markets hit record highs after a US-Iran peace deal, while oil prices fell to a three-month low on hopes the Strait of Hormuz will reopen.
Page 490 of 1904