Dad fined £200 at airport despite paying £5 parking
A 68-year-old dad has been fined £200 at East Midlands Airport despite paying the £5 rapid drop-off charge for two visits, and says payments should be simpler.
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Anfield empty site a 'disgrace', residents in 'dire straits'
Residents of Pulford Street in Anfield say empty Anfield Square is a 'disgrace', and one describes living opposite it as 'like being in prison'.
Dad gets £200 airport fines despite paying drop-off fee
Kevin Smith, 68, who paid £5 each time he used East Midlands Airport's drop-off zone has been hit with £200 in fines for paying before leaving the area.
Waterspout Spotted Over Lisbon Bridge
A large waterspout was spotted over Lisbon's Vasco da Gama bridge, rising above the Tagus Estuary on Thursday.
World Cup 2026 heat: Miami matches most at risk, researchers warn
Researchers warn of unsafe heat at the 2026 World Cup, with Miami matches most at risk and conditions worse than 1994.
Air fryer warning: Common mistake that could ruin your food and pose a fire risk
Ninja Kitchen warns against common air fryer mistakes including using foil incorrectly, overfilling, and adding too much oil. Learn how to avoid them.
Madura Island Ferry Fire: 5 Dead, 41 Missing
At least five people died and 41 remain missing after a fire engulfed the KMP Mutiara Sentosa 2 ferry carrying 250 people off Madura Island, Indonesia.
August bank holiday to delay Child Benefit payments
Some UK households will see their £108.20 Child Benefit payment arrive later than scheduled this August as HMRC adjusts payment dates for the bank holiday.
Mercedes EQC tops EV first MOT failure list
New figures show Mercedes EQC 400 had the worst first-MOT failure rate of any car, with 18.43% failing, while the Toyota Prius was most reliable at 2.19%.
Long Car Journeys Named Most Stressful Parenting Challenge, Study Finds
More than half of UK parents find long car journeys stressful, prompting a new guide to soft play stops along motorways.
B&M Reduces Glass and Marble Side Table to £10 in New Homeware Deal
B&M has reduced its glass and marble side table to £10, offering significant savings versus similar items at Argos and Tesco. In-store only.
Morrisons launches 3 new chocolate bars, one rated 10/10
Morrisons launches three new chocolate bars: Custard Cream, Jaffa Orange and Peanut Butter Jelly, with one rated 10/10 online.
Five dead, 41 missing as ferry catches fire off Indonesia
Five people are dead and 41 missing after a ferry carrying 250 people caught fire off Indonesia, sparking a major search and rescue operation.
Prisoner Hat Riddle That Google Asked in Interviews
A TikTok creator revealed the prisoner hat riddle Google used in job interviews. Candidates who got it wrong weren't hired. Google later dropped such questions.
Dog Expert Warns of Hidden Winter Garden Dangers for Pet Owners
Dog owners urged to check gardens for toxic bulbs, fungi, and de-icing salts. Expert Laura Ward shares tips to keep pets safe this winter.
Scotland's top summer-inspired baby boy names 2025
Harris is Scotland's most popular summer-inspired baby boy name for 2025, given to 211 babies, with Lucas and Kai following, new data shows.
Hypnos Wool Origins 6 Mattress: A British Masterpiece in Natural Comfort
Hypnos Wool Origins 6 mattress review: British-made, natural fibres, pocket springs, and excellent comfort tested over four months.
Buffy Star Charisma Carpenter, 56, Wows in Red Bikini
Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Charisma Carpenter, 56, wows fans in a skimpy red bikini in a viral Instagram video, proving age is just a number.
Quarter of UK energy bill 'funds corporate profits', study finds
Study shows £416 of average UK energy bill went to profits in 2024, with £70.7bn paid to shareholders since 2010.
M&S plans 100 store closures by 2022 in restructuring push
M&S plans to close 100 stores by 2022 as it restructures, with 14 further sites announced and analysts warning of market share loss.
Nationwide clarifies savings account rules after fixed-rate bond matures
Nationwide clarifies matured fixed-rate bond accounts can be used as standard savings, but warns of rate drop and confirms £100 Fairer Share bonus for millions.
Signalling fault at Wimbledon disrupts south London trains
Rail passengers in south London faced major disruption on Sunday after a signalling fault at Wimbledon closed lines, with delays of up to 90 minutes.
Valencia locals and tourists clash over cycling in pedestrian zone
Locals in Valencia's Old Town clashed with cyclists over pedestrian zone, shouting 'Go Home', amid mass tourism tensions.
Families of 67 Washington air crash victims call for safety reforms at first anniversary
Families of 67 victims of the Washington air crash gathered for a first-anniversary memorial, demanding safety reforms after NTSB testimony.
Dr Pepper brings back Creamy Coconut for limited summer run
Dr Pepper's Creamy Coconut returns for a limited summer run, with original and Zero Sugar versions available until 31 July at major retailers.
Urgent Christmas Product Recalls Issued Over Safety Fears
Urgent recalls issued for Christmas products including children's clothing, hot water bottles, candles and pesto over safety fears. Return items for refund.
Young drivers warned over 'ghost broking' car insurance scams on social media
Nearly half of young drivers have bought insurance via social media, raising concerns about 'ghost broking' scams, the FCA warns.
Sweeney backs Fagan in Scottish Labour leadership race
MSP Paul Sweeney backs Joe Fagan in the Scottish Labour leadership race and confirms he will not stand, as three candidates compete to replace Anas Sarwar.
Wizz Air to trial premium 'Wizz Class' cabin on select European routes
Wizz Air will trial 'Wizz Class' premium seating on European routes from December, offering extra space, priority boarding, and carry-on bags.
Dunelm £30 LED Lamp Free with TopCashback Sign-Up Bonus
Dunelm's £30 Cortez LED Table Lamp is effectively free this weekend by stacking its £15 sale price with a £15 TopCashback sign-up bonus.
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