FIFA sale plan and McGregor quote spark Hotline debate
FIFA's controversial proposals to sell World Cup stake and Callum McGregor's resurfaced ambition quote dominate the Hotline as fans have their say.
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Boots launches £35 K+J Beauty box worth £140
Boots has launched the K+J Beauty Skin Edit box, priced at £35 and worth £140.68, containing nine K-beauty products including six full-size items.
25 Skin Conditions for £114 Weekly PIP Payment
Thousands receive PIP for skin conditions like cellulitis and eczema, with 25 conditions listed in DWP data from April 2026.
Aston Martin heartbroken by death of Mick Fern
Aston Martin pay tribute to long-serving tyre technician Mick Fern, known as 'Biscuit', who died after nearly four decades in the F1 paddock.
31 Outstanding Welsh Campsites: Monkeys and Giraffes
Two Welsh campsites with monkeys and giraffes, Plassey Holiday Park and Folly Farm Holiday Park, made Campsites.co.uk's Outstanding Sites List for 2026.
Fiona Phillips Smiles in Rare Photo as Husband Calls on Burnham
Martin Frizell shared a rare photo of his wife Fiona Phillips smiling at breakfast as he called on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to follow through on social care reform for Alzheimer's patients.
Controversial HMO in Neath Approved on Appeal
Plans to convert a four-bedroom house on Ena Avenue, Neath into a six-person HMO have been granted approval by the Welsh Government on appeal.
Sainsbury's adds Nectar points to Uber Eats orders
Sainsbury's now lets shoppers earn one Nectar point per £1 spent on grocery deliveries via Uber Eats from over 1,300 UK stores, expanding its partnership with the delivery platform.
Burnham slammed over fuel duty as Italy cuts diesel tax
Andy Burnham faces backlash after Italy cuts diesel excise by 17 euro cents per litre, while UK drivers await potential fuel duty rises.
Extreme Heat Warning For Liverpool As Cool Spaces Plan Passes
Liverpool council has approved plans to create a network of 'Cool Spaces' after a warning that extreme heat is now a public health risk.
B&M £18 laundry hamper similar to John Lewis £48
B&M's £18 Woven Laundry Hamper offers a budget-friendly alternative to John Lewis's £48 grey Willow Double Laundry Basket, with similar design but different materials and dimensions.
Cheapest petrol and diesel in Greater Manchester today (30.07.2026)
Costco in Oldham offers petrol at 146.9p per litre, saving up to £21 vs the most expensive station. Diesel also cheapest there at 164.9p.
Mum warns after son's E. coli on Egypt holiday led to kidney failure
A mother is speaking out after her 10-year-old son contracted E. coli on an EasyJet holiday in Egypt, causing kidney failure and hospitalization.
Two New Netflix Series You Definitely Need to Watch This Week
A TV critic urges Netflix customers and true crime fans to stream two brand new series added this week: The Idaho Murders and The Bombing Of Pan Am 103.
Liverpool Boosted as PSG Near Barcola Replacement
Liverpool's pursuit of Bradley Barcola has been boosted as Paris Saint-Germain close in on signing Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco, potentially paving the way for the winger's exit.
Brewery Loses Permit Over Trump Death Free Beer Offer
Minocqua Brewing Company's alcohol permit revoked after promising free pints when Donald Trump dies. Owner vows to fight closure.
Families cling to Netflix, Spotify and gym as 'new essentials'
UK households are spending £1,535 a month on essentials, with 66% refusing to cut streaming services like Netflix despite rising bills, new research shows.
M&S fish fingers beat Bird's Eye in taste test (30.07.2026)
M&S fish fingers scored 5/5 in a taste test beating Bird's Eye and supermarket own-brands. Tesco and Bird's Eye got 4/5, Asda 3/5, Sainsbury's 2/5.
Fact check: Majority of female prisoners are violent offenders
Figures show 58.2% of female prisoners in England and Wales are serving sentences for violent crimes, contradicting a claim that 80% are non-violent.
Malaysia faces £55m annual cost for F1 return, Sepang chief says
Sepang circuit boss says Malaysia would need at least £55m per year for a full-time F1 return, as the track prepares to host the Bahrain Grand Prix in October.
Market-Leading Savings Account Offers 5% Return, £3,000 Potential
A three-year fixed bond from Investec Save offers a 5% gross/AER return, potentially yielding £3,000 in interest. Analysts call it market-leading for the first time since 2024.
Full Fibre broadband for 7,800 homes in West Lothian
Full Fibre broadband is now available to 7,800 homes and businesses across Broxburn and Uphall after a £2.3m investment, with over 90% of properties able to upgrade.
Solo Travel Boom: Why More Holidaymakers Are Going It Alone
New research from Opodo reveals freedom as the top reason for solo travel, with Barcelona, Amsterdam, and Malaga among favourite destinations for 2026.
Greater Manchester Motorway Closures This Weekend
National Highways has confirmed multiple overnight motorway closures across Greater Manchester from Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August, including sections of the M6, M60, M62, M56, M61, and M66.
Dunelm's £4 Collapsible Bucket: Brilliant Space-Saver
Dunelm's £4 collapsible bucket earns rave reviews for its versatile, space-saving design, perfect for kitchens and bathrooms.
DWP confirms £80 weekly benefit with Blue Badge
The DWP has confirmed a benefit worth up to £80 per week that can unlock access to a Blue Badge, allowing parking closer to destinations for those with mobility issues.
Birkdale Mercedes showroom to become four businesses
Plans to transform the former Mercedes-Benz showroom in Birkdale into a convenience store, two retail units, and a fitness studio have been submitted to Sefton Council.
M&S to open first Largs store on August 13
M&S will open its first store in Largs on August 13, 2026, creating 50 jobs. The 9,000 sq ft food hall on Main Street features a bakery, fresh produce, wine and flower shops.
Gun fired outside York mosque; man arrested
A 44-year-old man has been arrested after a firearm was discharged outside York Mosque in the early hours. Police have increased patrols and no injuries have been reported.
Vatican Miracle Baby Now Accused of Double Shooting
Tyquan Johnson, 19, whose birth was declared a miracle by the Pope, is wanted for a double shooting in Rhode Island, arrested by US Marshals.
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