HMRC Opens 5,000 Inheritance Tax Inquiries
HMRC opened nearly 5,000 formal inheritance tax inquiries in 2025/26, an 18% rise, checking bank statements for unreported gifts and property undervaluation.
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UAE’s shock Opec exit raises risk of Saudi oil price war
UAE’s Opec exit after 60 years sparks fears of a price war with Saudi Arabia that could disrupt global oil markets.
Wharram Percy: The Abandoned Medieval Village Frozen in Time
Wharram Percy in North Yorkshire is a well-preserved deserted medieval village, free to visit but requiring a steep walk. A must for history lovers.
Makhanya joins Rangers in £3m MLS transfer deal
South Africa World Cup defender Olwethu Makhanya has signed for Rangers from Philadelphia Union for £3m, fulfilling his dream of playing in Europe.
Kent's Joss Bay Named UK's Best Beach for Active Summer Staycation
Joss Bay in Kent tops list of UK's best beaches for active summer staycation, beating Cornwall and Devon beaches.
Rachel Riley teams up with Energizer for child battery safety
Nearly half of parents only spot household battery risks after their child has encountered them, a survey reveals. TV host Rachel Riley joins Energizer's Summer Safety Swap campaign with new child-safe batteries and tips.
Free breakfast deal saving families £40 a day on UK holidays
Best Western offers free breakfast at UK hotels, saving families up to £40 daily. Book by July 31, valid until year-end.
Trump Chicago Hotel Fails Health Inspection Over Insects and Food Storage Issues
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago failed December 2025 health inspection due to flies, flooding, and food temperature violations.
Jaguar Land Rover cuts hundreds of jobs in overhaul
Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut fewer than 300 jobs as part of a transformation plan, continuing recovery from a major cyber attack and US tariffs.
Best electric heaters for 2023: Beldray and Russell Hobbs top picks
Review of 12 electric heaters finds Beldray best overall, Russell Hobbs best budget. Tips on choosing and running costs.
South Devon's Hope Cove: A 'Fairytale' Hidden Gem with Thatched Cottages and Tropical Water
Hope Cove in South Devon is a fairytale village with thatched cottages, tropical waters, and a rich smuggling history.
Martin Lewis Warns Andy Burnham's VAT Cut Will Be Wiped Out by Energy Bill Rise
Martin Lewis warns Andy Burnham's electricity VAT cut will be wiped out by a projected £93 rise in energy bills from October.
Mum Jailed for Toddler Murder Over Bleeding Search
Alexandra Walker, 26, received a life sentence with a minimum of 22 years for the murder of her two-year-old daughter Isabelle Welsh, after delaying medical help and Googling her symptoms.
Verdi's cafe fire devastates Swansea community
A devastating fire at Verdi's cafe in Mumbles has left Swansea locals heartbroken, with the Hole family vowing to reopen as soon as possible.
Ice Cream Hits £4 a Cone as Parents Spend Nearly £50
Average ice cream price rises to £2.65 per cone, with 1 in 10 parents paying £4, as families face nearly £50 per child this summer, survey shows.
Venice Police Fine Parents of Children Playing Football in Public Square
Venice police fined parents €50 each after children played football in Murano square, sparking debate over public play and common sense.
Argos Garden Hammock Reduced to £60 in Summer Sale
Argos reduced the Habitat Hammock with Metal Stand to £60 in its summer sale. The garden hammock holds a 100% recommendation rate, with shoppers saying it is so comfortable they fall asleep in it.
Lapland UK review: Mum says Santa queues 'spoiled' magical day
A mother's honest review of Lapland UK at Ascot highlights long queues for Father Christmas as the main letdown.
Italians turn away from pricey private beaches
Italians snub private beaches amid soaring prices for loungers and parasols, with attendance down up to 25% and a shift towards mountain holidays.
Spanish Airport Closed Until May 27, All Flights Cancelled
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport in Galicia closes for runway works until 27 May, cancelling all flights including 30 weekly UK services, affecting thousands of passengers.
Most drivers choose scenic routes over motorways
Three quarters of drivers choose scenic routes for staycations, even if it adds 41 minutes to the journey, a survey of 2,000 people found.
Westminster asks residents on service cuts, tax rise
Westminster Council is writing to 200,000 residents to ask which services they want cut or if they prefer a 200% council tax increase to fill a £160m shortfall by 2029.
Parents Set to Spend Nearly £50 Per Child on Ice Creams
Parents will spend nearly £50 per child on ice creams this summer as research shows families face £200 extra holiday costs compared to term time.
EFL Season Returns: Mirror Releases 64-Page Preview
The EFL season returns, and the Mirror has released a 64-page preview covering all 72 clubs. West Ham, Wolves, and Burnley aim for promotion after relegation from the Premier League.
Metal Detectorist's Henry III Gold Coin Fetches Record £648,000 at Auction
A Henry III gold penny discovered by a metal detectorist in Devon sold for £648,000, a record for a British coin find.
England's Highest Pub, Snowed In 50 Times, on Sale for £900,000
England's highest pub, Tan Hill Inn in Yorkshire, goes on sale for £900,000 after being snowed in 50 times. New owner needs stamina, says landlady.
Ian Beale's Future Confirmed After Gray Ultimatum
EastEnders killer Gray Atkins proposes a deal to Ian Beale in prison: protection in exchange for revenge on Chelsea, but a flashforward confirms Ian's future.
Badenoch Rebuked by Speaker After Personal Attack on Education Secretary
Kemi Badenoch rebuked by Speaker after calling education secretary a 'spiteful class warrior' at PMQs; Labour criticises language.
JLR to cut hundreds of jobs in transformation plan
Jaguar Land Rover is to cut fewer than 300 jobs as part of a major transformation plan, amid recovery from a cyber attack and US tariff measures.
FTSE 100 hits record high, closes lower as BoE holds
FTSE 100 hit a new intra-day high of 10,979.60 before closing down 11.14 points at 10,897.27 as the Bank of England left rates unchanged at 3.75% in a split vote.
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