Thinktank urges scrapping stamp duty and council tax for new property wealth tax
A thinktank proposes replacing stamp duty and council tax with a property wealth tax to fix London's housing crisis, highlighting widening inequality and high costs.
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One-way system in Pontypridd for demolition works
A one-way system will operate at Morgan Street in Pontypridd from August 3 as the former police station and Berw Road car park are demolished.
Topps Tiles to close 23 UK stores with everything must go sale
Topps Tiles will close a London branch on August 7 as part of 23 UK closures this year. 'Everything must go' signs appear as the retailer slashes prices to save money.
Coupon Kid Jordon Cox Reveals Wetherspoon Breakfast Hack But Sparks Bean Debate
Jordon Cox's Wetherspoon breakfast hack saves £5 but sparks outrage over his 'no one wants beans' comment. Social media reacts.
£3 Sainsbury's Pantene mask deal leaves hair soft and shiny
A £3.25 Pantene hair mask at Sainsbury's has shoppers raving about soft, shiny hair. The heat can damage hair, but this Nectar Card summer sale find helps repair and nourish.
Salesforce CEO Benioff Apologises for National Guard Comments on San Francisco
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff apologises after backing Trump's National Guard deployment for San Francisco, following backlash from local officials and community.
'No magic money tree' as May seeks NHS funds
PM Theresa May abandons 'no magic money tree' stance, considers tax rises for NHS. Brexit dividend claims disputed.
Indigenous Australian oral traditions accurately record sea level rises 7,000 years ago
Indigenous Australian oral traditions accurately record sea level rises 7,000 years ago, with a unique cross-checking process ensuring accuracy over hundreds of generations.
Scottish Woman's Body Found in Suitcase in Athens
The body of a 38-year-old Scottish woman was discovered stuffed in a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens by a homeless man.
I Am Legend Now Streaming Free on BBC iPlayer
Fans claim the 2007 sci-fi film I Am Legend, now free on BBC iPlayer, is one of Will Smith's best performances and even better than the book.
Boots Launches Habi Skincare Range – All Under £7.50
Boots launches Habi skincare range, all products under £7.50. Vegan, cruelty-free formulas with premium ingredients. Mixed reviews for jelly cleanser, but serum and mist praised.
Australia Weighed Fuel Rationing as 'Worst-Case Scenario', Documents Reveal
Documents reveal Australian government considered fuel rationing as worst-case scenario amid IEA warning of oil supply 'red zone' by August.
Brit sells 600 items on Vinted to fund Australia move
Beth Hackman made £3,000 selling clothes on Vinted to move to Australia. She now misses Tesco meal deals despite loving her new life.
Homes approved on Bury green belt after council loses appeal
Homes can be built on green belt land in Bury after the council lost an appeal against a development of up to nine homes on Bentley Lane, which was deemed 'grey belt'.
Saks Global Faces Bankruptcy Threat Despite Billions Raised
Saks Global Enterprises considers Chapter 11 bankruptcy as $100m payment deadline nears, despite billions raised for Neiman Marcus acquisition.
Bank of England Expected to Hold Rates, Economists Say
The Bank of England is widely expected to keep interest rates at 3.75% on Thursday despite Middle East tensions and fresh inflation concerns, economists say.
Royal Mail delivery delays affect 34 postcode areas today
Royal Mail delays impact 34 postcode areas on 15 April due to local issues and a late vehicle from London, affecting Midlands and Northern deliveries.
Penarth on Michelin's Top 10 Seaside Towns for Food
The Michelin Guide has named Penarth one of the best seaside towns for food lovers in the UK and Ireland, praising its two restaurants that put it on the culinary map.
£6,000 gift rule for children ahead of tax changes
Gifts of up to £12,000 can be made tax-free using annual exemptions and wedding gifts, as new inheritance tax rules from April 2027 spur people to pass on wealth.
Son denies murdering father in Scarisbrick farm shooting
Adam Olverson, 31, pleaded not guilty to murdering his father Thomas Olverson, 75, who was shot dead at their family farm in Scarisbrick in July 2024.
Three Best Laundry Detergents for 2025, Tested and Reviewed
Expert-tested laundry detergents for 2025: Ecover bio liquid top pick, Tesco non-bio budget winner, Ecover non-bio capsules best for sensitive skin.
Kilmarnock MP Welcomes Burnham's VAT Cut on Electricity
Kilmarnock MP Lillian Jones welcomes new PM Andy Burnham's pledge to scrap 5% VAT on domestic electricity bills from October 1, saving households £45 annually.
Why American families earn £20,000 more than UK counterparts
US median household disposable income is over £20,000 higher than in the UK, driven by higher salaries, longer hours, and larger homes.
Olivia Wilde at I Want Your Sex Premiere in LA
Olivia Wilde attended the Los Angeles premiere of I Want Your Sex in a revealing outfit, calling her dominatrix role 'liberating' and discussing a Gen Z study on sex in media.
Population growth slows to lowest rate since pandemic
Population growth in England and Wales slowed to 0.4% in mid-2025, the lowest since the pandemic, driven by falling net migration and births at a 46-year low.
Heathrow Reminds on Liquid Rules for Hand Luggage
Heathrow Airport has issued a reminder on liquid restrictions for hand luggage, noting that items like shaving foam, toothpaste, and creams count as liquids but can be carried in containers up to two litres.
Amazon Spring Sale Offers Big Savings on Fitness Gear and Tech
Amazon's Spring Deal Days offer discounts on fitness gear, tech, and grooming. Top deals include Beats Powerbeats Fit, Garmin Fēnix 8, and more.
BT workers protest Liverpool office closure
Hundreds of BT Group employees face redundancy as the company plans to close its Liverpool office, prompting protests and political support.
Yahoo launches AI-powered Scout engine to spark revival
Yahoo launches Scout, an AI-powered answer engine, aiming to revitalise the pioneering internet brand with personalised search and improved services.
Puy Du Fou Won UK Government Support Despite Far-Right Ties, Emails Show
Emails reveal Tory minister promised to assist Puy du Fou's £600m Oxfordshire theme park despite founding family's far-right links and praise for Putin.
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