UB40's Robin Campbell reflects on Rat in the Kitchen at 40
As UB40's Rat in the Kitchen turns 40, founder Robin Campbell recalls Thatcher-era roots, apartheid protest, Māori honour, plane scares and a Paul McCartney friendship.
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Experts warn against wearing new clothes without washing them first
Experts advise washing new clothes before wearing to remove chemicals, dyes and germs from the production and retail process, reducing skin reactions and staining risks.
EasyJet under investigation in Italy over baggage fee pricing
EasyJet faces an Italian antitrust probe over allegedly misleading baggage fee pricing on its website and app, the AGCM announced.
FCDO issues Turkey travel warning after British deaths in paragliding accidents
FCDO updates Turkey travel advice after British tourist deaths in paragliding accidents, urging caution, training, and safety checks.
8 natural ways to keep spiders out of your home this summer
Discover 8 natural ways to deter spiders from your home this summer, from essential oil sprays to sealing gaps and using plants.
Britain's smallest castle goes on sale for £330,000
Britain's smallest castle, Gazebo Tower in Ross-on-Wye, is for sale at £330,000 with quirky features and historic character.
Aldi: Freeze bananas to stop them going brown and mushy
Aldi says slicing and freezing bananas stops them turning brown and mushy, as research shows the average Brit throws away £387 of food every year.
WTO chief warns Trump tariffs could spark full-blown trade war
WTO chief Roberto Azevedo warns Donald Trump that steel and aluminium tariffs risk triggering a global trade war and recession, as retaliation threats grow.
Two Welsh beaches named UK's best for 2026
Barafundle Bay and Traeth Mwnt have been named the UK's top two beaches, with both Welsh beaches scoring a 4.9 Google rating in the 2026 ranking.
Blue Badge holders face £1,000 fine for common display error
Drivers with Blue Badges risk a £1,000 penalty if the badge is not displayed correctly or is misused. Here's how to avoid the fine.
White shoes for women: best picks from trainers to kitten heels
From trainers to kitten heels, these are the best white shoes for women to shop now, including styles from Mango, H&M, ASOS and more, plus care products to keep them fresh.
Tesco New Year 2026 opening times: Full schedule for larger and Express stores
Tesco has revealed its New Year 2026 opening times, with larger stores open 9-6 on New Year's Day and Express stores opening later at 8am.
Over-75s can get £0 TV licence with Pension Credit
The DWP has confirmed that state pensioners aged 75 and over on a low income can cut their TV Licence bill to £0 by making one Pension Credit claim.
UK house prices fall for first time since 2012, Nationwide says
UK annual house prices fell 0.1% in June, the first drop since 2012, with average price at £216,403. Nationwide cites pandemic impact.
Summer style: Stylist Bronagh Webster's tips for women over 50
ITV stylist Bronagh Webster shares low-effort summer fashion tips for women over 50, from tailoring and monochrome dressing to natural fabrics.
Morrisons new luxury chocolate bars are getting rave reviews
Morrisons has launched three new luxury chocolate bars inspired by biscuit-tin favourites, and the Custard Cream is already being called 'elite' by shoppers.
Brait agrees £780m deal for New Look
Brait agrees £780m deal for 90% of New Look, marking second UK acquisition in a month. Founder Tom Singh cashes in most of stake.
Former Corrie star's mansion among new planning bids
Former Corrie star Julie Goodyear's Heywood mansion stables could become a luxury seven-bedroom home, part of new planning bids across Greater Manchester.
Private rents in UK reach record high, with Manchester surging 23.4%
Private rents in Britain hit record highs, with Manchester up 23.4% and London up 15.8%, as demand outstrips supply and living costs rise.
Teacher awarded £140,000 after harassment over sick leave
Teacher Annika Robinson wins £140,000 after tribunal finds harassment over sick leave comments at Southgate School.
The Fall of Keir Starmer: A Landslide Victory Undone
Analysis of Keir Starmer's rise and fall as UK prime minister, exploring the reasons behind his downfall after a landslide 2024 election victory.
Salford Quays offers more than a ghost mall, with a beach
Salford Quays is more than a ghost mall – it has an inaccessible beach, Gnome Island, the Imperial War Museum North and a top focaccia at Mattina Coffee.
Co-op fits GPS trackers to sausages and steak to combat shoplifting
Co-op is using GPS trackers on meat products like sausages and steak to combat shoplifting, reporting a 21% drop in retail crime.
Emptying bladder before BP test can lower reading by 33mmHg
Emptying your bladder before a home blood pressure test could lower an artificially raised reading by as much as 33mmHg, according to health experts.
House votes to block Trump's Canada tariffs in rare bipartisan rebuke
US House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs, with six Republicans backing Democrats in a symbolic rebuke of the president's trade policy.
Drivers warned: 18 places you must never park or stop – including one many ignore
RAC warns drivers of 18 Highway Code locations where parking or stopping is banned, including double white lines, clearways, and more.
Airlines urge UK to ease noise rules and cut taxes amid jet fuel shortages
UK airlines lobby for relaxed noise, tax and compensation rules as Middle East conflict threatens jet fuel supplies
Avoid car hire rip-offs: hidden fees and damage
Hiring a car abroad? Consumer expert Martyn James explains how to avoid hidden charges, excess traps and disputed damage claims that can cost thousands.
Student makes £300,000 a year selling Lego on eBay
An 18-year-old college student from Wandsworth claims he made £300,000 in a single year selling Lego figures on eBay, with around £50,000 profit.
Band of Brothers cast now 25 years after WWII drama aired
Band of Brothers celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026. Here is where Damian Lewis, Tom Hardy, James McAvoy and the rest of the HBO war drama's cast are now.
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