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.
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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.
M25 closed near Godstone after crash, emergency repairs
Severe rush-hour delays on M25 near Godstone after all lanes stopped due to a crash and emergency road surface repairs. Congestion to J7.
Luxury ute tax loophole costs Australia $250m a year, study finds
Analysis shows Australian luxury car tax exemption for utes incentivises purchases of fuel-guzzling vehicles over EVs, costing $250m annually.
Topps Tiles closes 23 stores with 'everything must go' sale
Topps Tiles is closing 23 UK stores, including its Cheam branch on August 7, with an 'everything must go' sale now underway at affected locations.
Riquelme Challenges Pérez for Real Madrid Presidency with Radical Reform Plan
Enrique Riquelme launches Real Madrid presidency bid against Florentino Pérez, pledging major reforms and opposing a plan to sell a stake in the club.
QVC Discounts Cozee Home Reversible Floral Bedding Set with Fitted Sheet
QVC cuts prices on Cozee Home Reversible Floral Set with fitted sheet, available in pink and stone, from £36.
London's £139m Party House: Saudi Royal Mansion Sold
The Holme, a 40-bedroom Regent’s Park mansion formerly owned by Saudi royals, sold for £139m, one of London's biggest property sales.
Mystery Shopper Shares Tips for Free Luxury Stays and Dinners
A mystery shopper reveals how to get free luxury hotel stays, fine dining, and ski trips. Tips for starting the side hustle.
FTSE 100 Reaches New Heights Amid Iran War
London's FTSE 100 index hit a record intraday high of 10979.24 on Thursday, buoyed by strong corporate results and higher oil prices, despite the ongoing war in Iran.
Stuffed Croissants and Persy Pizzas Launch in Altrincham
Flakey and Paddy's replace the Irish Deli in Altrincham, offering stuffed croissants by day and personal pizzas by night.
Golborne station work begins after 60-year gap
Preliminary work on Greater Manchester's first new railway station in over 20 years starts this weekend, reconnecting Golborne to the rail network after more than 60 years. Journey times to Manchester could be cut by up to 30 minutes.
TV Licence Rules for Netflix, Gaming and DVDs Explained
Find out if you need a TV Licence for Netflix, gaming, DVDs, Amazon Prime, Disney+, YouTube, and the costs and penalties for non-payment.
Young first-time buyers forced into 'nature deserts', England data shows
New data reveals young first-time buyers in England are pushed into areas lacking green space, worsening health inequalities. Coalition urges planning bill amendments to prioritise nature access.
Third of UK university students fear AI job losses will trigger civil unrest
King's College London survey finds 34% of students fear AI-driven job losses will cause social unrest; 77% use AI frequently.
Chuck E. Cheese Eyes UK Expansion with First European Branch
Chuck E. Cheese plans first European branch in the UK, targeting family-friendly locations with Wright Property overseeing expansion.
Disney Fan Exposes £8 Price Gap for Same Toy Story Sipper Cup Across US Parks
Disney fan spots $10 price gap for same Toy Story sipper cup between Disneyland and Disney World parks.
Worthing Crowned Best UK Retirement Destination
Worthing, Sussex, named best UK coastal retirement town by The Telegraph, with great views, independent shops, and affordable housing.
Vinegar Soak Could Revive Tired Towels, Experts Say
Which? suggests a white vinegar soak may restore fluffiness to old towels, but warns against using it in the washing machine.
Iceland's Bank Holiday BBQ Deal: Chicken Steaks at 43p Each
Iceland's 5 for £15 BBQ deal includes chicken steaks at 43p each. Stack with £9 off £60 code for extra savings. Shoppers praise the tasty meat.
Aldi UK Expansion: 160 New Store Locations Revealed
Aldi has updated its list of 160 required locations for new stores across the UK, including four in Greater Manchester and dozens more in other regions.
Burnham Pledges Support for Suffolk Wildfire Near Sizewell
PM Andy Burnham pledges support for crews tackling a 'very serious' wildfire near Sizewell nuclear power station in Suffolk, covering 100 hectares.
Iraola and Szoboszlai Press Conference After Two Wins
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola and midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai face the media in Chicago after two wins on the US tour, with transfer links to Bradley Barcola.
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