Prestat chocolatier inspired by Roald Dahl enters admin
Prestat, the luxury UK chocolatier that held Royal Warrants and inspired Roald Dahl, has gone into administration after 40 years, with its historic Piccadilly shop closing.
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Bitcoin Dives 9% as Asian Markets Follow Wall Street Lower
Bitcoin falls 9% to $65k as Asian markets track Wall Street losses, with tech stocks hit by AI spending concerns.
Jet2 Issues Travel Warnings for Two Portuguese Airports This Weekend
Jet2 warns passengers flying from Faro and Madeira airports this weekend due to sporting events causing traffic and road closures. Allow extra travel time.
Flower vending machine Bloom Box lands in Glasgow
A 24/7 flower vending machine from Edinburgh florist Kayleigh McAllister has opened at Silverburn shopping centre in Glasgow, its third Scottish location.
Best times for yellow sticker bargains at UK supermarkets revealed
Expert reveals when to find yellow sticker deals at Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more to save up to 90% on groceries.
Target's New CEO Outlines Turnaround Plan to Revive Sales and Fun
New Target CEO Michael Fiddelke details turnaround plan to boost sales, refresh stores, and regain customer trust through creativity and community focus.
Brits face huge fines for little-known EU driving laws
An estimated 14 million UK drivers planning summer holidays abroad risk fines up to £21,000 for violating obscure EU driving laws, including dashcam bans and headlight rules.
Santander offers £225 cash and voucher to customers
Santander is offering £180 cash and a £45 Amazon voucher to customers who switch to an Everyday, Edge or Edge Up account and open a Regular Saver account. Offer ends July 31.
Amsterdam car crash with explosives in Osdorp
A car reportedly carrying explosives crashed in Amsterdam's Osdorp area after veering off the road during a police pursuit. Authorities are at the scene.
Free Galaxy Watch9 with Samsung Z Series Pre-Order
Sky Mobile offers a free Galaxy Watch9 (worth £349) with pre-order of Samsung's new Z Flip8, Z Fold8, or Z Fold8 Ultra. Deals start at £38/month.
SUV boom linked to rising road deaths, experts warn
Australia's SUV and ute sales surge, but road deaths hit 12-year high. Experts warn vehicle bloat offsets safety gains, with cyclist and pedestrian fatalities rising.
M48 Severn Bridge Reopens After Medical Emergency Causes Bank Holiday Closure
M48 Severn Bridge closed for over an hour on bank holiday Monday due to a medical incident. Air ambulance called, delays on M4. Bridge now reopened.
Marasu's chocolate maker in administration after 40 years
Luxury chocolate manufacturer Marasu's Petit Fours has gone into administration after 40 years, with the brand acquired by L'Artisan du Chocolat.
Bibury Crowned World's Most Beautiful Village in 2025 Forbes List
Bibury in the Cotswolds has been named the world's most beautiful village for 2025 by Forbes, topping a list of 50 global locations.
Back-to-School Stress Tops Christmas for Parents
A quarter of parents say back-to-school shopping is the most stressful time of year, beating Christmas. Shoe fitting, arguments over uniforms, and rising costs add to the pressure.
Best Microwave Deals in the UK This Month
Discover the best microwave deals in the UK on top tried-and-tested models, including savings on Samsung, Salter, and Morphy Richards microwaves.
Hunt Dampens Hopes for Significant Tax Cuts in March Budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says significant tax cuts are unlikely in the March Budget, emphasising halving inflation as the priority amid record borrowing.
Aldi's £2.49 Sock Hanger for Drying Clothes
Aldi launches a £2.49 Sock Hanger on July 30, designed to keep small garments organised and secure while drying, with foldable design and adjustable hooks.
Volunteers Remove Thousands of Nurdles from Whitley Bay Beach
More than 100 volunteers cleaned thousands of nurdles from Whitley Bay Beach after a River Tyne collision on Sunday July 19, nine days ago.
Miliband makes 'no apologies' for UK nuclear choice after US criticism
Ed Miliband defends UK's choice of Rolls-Royce for SMR at Wylfa after US ambassador criticises decision as disappointing.
Lake District Scenic Loop Best UK Road Trip
The Lake District Scenic Loop has been crowned the UK's favourite road trip, beating the North Coast 500 and Atlantic Highway, according to a new survey.
Burnham Leads Other Party Leaders in PM Poll
Nearly half of Britons believe Andy Burnham would make a better Prime Minister than Nigel Farage, according to a YouGov poll showing the new Labour leader leading his rivals by margins of 12 to 36 points.
Miraculous Survival After Plane Crash Off Florida Coast
All 11 survived after plane ditched off Florida coast; rescue crew had only five minutes of fuel left.
London Overground Suspended, Jubilee Delays, Heat Warning
The Overground's Mildmay line is partially suspended due to a signal failure; Jubilee line faces severe delays; hot weather warning issued for train passengers.
Arsenal Academy Stars Aim to Impress Arteta
Arsenal's academy prospects, including 16-year-old Marli Salmon and Northern Ireland international Ceadach O'Neill, are on pre-season tour in Spain hoping to catch Mikel Arteta's attention.
Infantino Plans World Cup Stake Sale to Private Investors
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is reportedly planning to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, with the Trump administration consulted. UEFA condemns the plan.
Former Apple employee Sam Sung changes name after viral joke
Former Apple employee Sam Sung changed his name to Sam Struan after going viral in 2012, fearing it would harm his career. He now wishes he had been less worried.
US Postal Service Resumes Parcels from China After Brief Suspension
USPS briefly halts China parcels amid growing trade war; China retaliates with tariffs and WTO dispute.
TikTok Real Estate Influencers Spark Debate Over Tipping Landlords
TikTok influencers argue tenants should tip landlords, sparking online debate over tipping culture and landlord responsibilities.
UK House Prices Rise £4,333 in May Amid North-South Divide
House prices rose 1.2% in May, but annual fall of 0.3% masks North-South divide. North leads, South sees falls. Buyer choice at 11-year high.
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