The US dollar rose sharply against major currencies on Monday, driven by safe-haven demand and higher oil prices following US and Israeli strikes in Iran. Investors are monitoring the Strait of Hormuz and economic impacts.
UK house prices increased by 0.3% in February, with the average home costing £273,176. Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming spring forecast has not dampened the market, unlike pre-budget property tax rumours in November.
British drivers face record-breaking petrol prices within weeks as conflict in the Middle East disrupts oil shipments through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, with the AA warning of imminent pump price surges.
Residents on a Cradley Heath estate say landslides have blocked their road for two years, leaving homes unsellable and creating sewage and drainage problems.
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The UK Foreign Office updates travel guidance for Egypt as Middle East tensions escalate. Tourist hotspots remain safe, but flights face delays and cancellations.
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The CMA investigates Hilton, IHG, and Marriott for allegedly sharing sensitive data via STR analytics tool, raising concerns over competition and consumer harm.
British holidaymakers face widespread flight cancellations across the Middle East following military strikes. The Foreign Office advises against travel to multiple countries, leaving thousands stranded.
Greggs customers are passionately debating their go-to menu items, with the classic sausage roll emerging as the undisputed favourite among many loyal fans of the bakery chain.
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Shoppers at Sainsbury's, Asda, Tesco, and Aldi are urged to conduct a quick two-minute price check. Experts reveal that budget own-brand items may not always offer the best value compared to other ranges or promotions.
Nationwide's latest House Price Index reveals a 10% annual increase in housing transactions, but experts warn that escalating tensions in the Middle East could quickly derail the market's fragile stability.
Passengers are warned against cancelling tickets as Middle East airspace closures cause global flight disruptions. Airlines suspend operations while experts predict weeks of backlog.
Travel correspondent Simon Calder answers urgent questions on flight cancellations, rerouting, and passenger rights amid escalating Middle East aviation disruption affecting hubs like Dubai and Doha.
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British Airways has issued a major schedule update and flexible options for passengers traveling to Middle Eastern destinations including Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Dubai following regional military operations.
Iran's retaliatory attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have driven oil prices up by 13%, potentially adding 5p-20p per litre to UK petrol costs and risking higher inflation and interest rates.
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Hilton, IHG, Marriott, and CoStar over suspected sharing of sensitive data through analytics tools, potentially affecting competition and pricing.
Brent Crude jumped 13% after Iran warned tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of higher petrol prices and inflation that could pause Bank of England rate cuts.
New data reveals the average cost of a glass of wine in UK restaurants has surged by nearly 40%, with many upmarket venues charging over £35 per bottle. Industry experts blame alcohol duty reforms and VAT for making dining out 'uncomfortable'.
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Emirates has suspended all operations to and from Dubai for a third consecutive day due to regional airspace closures, with hotels instructed not to evict stranded British tourists.
Escalating Middle East tensions disrupt oil shipments, risking higher UK fuel prices, inflation, and delayed Bank of England interest rate cuts, impacting household budgets.
British Airways has flown a special mission to Muscat to retrieve stranded crew, with plans underway for a major airlift of UK citizens from Dubai and Abu Dhabi via Oman.
Amazon's AWS cloud unit experienced power and connectivity failures in Bahrain and UAE data centres following Iranian retaliatory strikes, with recovery expected to take hours.
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Marks & Spencer closes its iconic 93-year-old Stall Street store in Bath and 14 in-store cafés, while The Original Factory Shop enters administration, highlighting ongoing high street struggles.
Nationwide reports consistent 0.3% monthly and 1.0% annual house price growth in February, with experts predicting increased market activity and potential interest rate cuts ahead.
The Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Hilton, Marriott, IHG and CoStar over suspected sharing of sensitive information through data analytics tools and algorithms.
India and Canada have agreed to strengthen economic ties, aiming for $50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, following two years of diplomatic tensions over Sikh activist allegations.
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Global oil prices jumped over 4% as Iranian missile and drone attacks hit tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of supply disruptions and economic shock.
