DWP Confirms £300 Winter Fuel Payment Date for Pensioners
DWP confirms £300 Winter Fuel Payment for pensioners in Nov/Dec 2025. Some must claim by post from Sept 15 or phone from Oct 15. Scam warning issued.
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Starmer Hints at Tax Hikes, Vows Tough Decisions in Downing Street Press Conference
Keir Starmer hints at tax hikes, vows tough decisions in first Downing Street press conference since Labour's landslide election win.
Labour Cracks Down On Late Payments To Suppliers
Labour announces fines and penalties for late payments to suppliers, aiming to cut £11bn cost to economy and support small businesses.
Venezuela's Gold at Bank of England in Legal Limbo After Maduro's Capture
Following Maduro's seizure, control over Venezuela's £1.4bn gold reserves in London remains unresolved amid ongoing legal battle.
Gordon Ramsay's new Cheshire restaurant opens with £60 dish
Gordon Ramsay has opened his first Cheshire restaurant inside Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, offering fine dining with signature dishes like £60 beef wellington.
Smithsonian Starstruck VR: £24 Cosmic Journey at Science Museum
A journalist reviews the Smithsonian Starstruck immersive VR experience at London's Science Museum, describing a 45-minute journey through deep space for £24 that left him in awe.
Global stock markets plunge as US recession fears mount
Global shares tumble as weak US jobs data sparks recession fears. FTSE 100 lowest since April, Nikkei 225 suffers worst drop since 1987.
Air India Finds No Fuel Switch Issues on Other Boeings After Fatal Crash
Air India confirms no faults found on other Boeing 787s after crash that killed 260; US investigators focus on captain's actions.
British Tourists in Turkey Warned After Surge in Alcohol Poisoning Deaths
Foreign Office warns UK tourists in Turkey after 124 alcohol poisoning deaths from counterfeit spirits linked to high taxes and inflation.
Teen dies in M60 crash after driving stolen BMW wrong way
18-year-old Brandon Pryde died after driving a stolen BMW wrong way on M60, killing David Faulkner. Inquest hears police pursuit details.
DWP Confirms 4.8% State Pension Increase from April
DWP announces 4.8% State Pension and 3.8% benefit increases from April 2026, affecting millions of claimants.
Reckitt Focuses on Staff Safety in Iran War as Price Impact Uncertain
Reckitt prioritises staff safety amid Iran conflict, uncertain price impacts; reports profit rise but warns of weak cold/flu season.
Karen Millen’s New Campaign Boosts Confidence With Summer Workwear
Karen Millen’s We Saved You a Seat campaign features workwear essentials chosen by Elizabeth Day, Louise Roe, and Sharmadean Reid, with prices from £79 to £399.
£12m bogie drop system at Cardiff depot to speed trains
A new £12 million bogie drop system at Cardiff's Canton depot will enable faster repairs of train wheels and underframes, improving reliability and punctuality across south Wales.
Alaska Airlines Grounds Flights Nationwide Due to IT Outage
Alaska Airlines grounds flights nationwide due to an IT outage, the second such incident this year. Passengers report delays and frustration.
Supreme Court quashes Libor convictions, raising questions over SFO and appeals system
Supreme Court quashes Libor convictions of Tom Hayes and Carlo Palombo, sparking questions about SFO prosecution and UK appeals system.
Reeves Defends Budget, Says Income Tax U-Turn Was Joint Decision with Starmer
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget, condemns leaks, and says income tax decision was agreed with PM Starmer. She rules out further major tax changes but reserves the right to act if needed.
Flash Dust Magnet Beats Standard Polish in Cleaning Test
In a comparison test, the Flash Dust Magnet outperformed standard polish, cleaning skirting boards in two swipes without bending or dust flying.
Experts Reveal: Baileys Doesn't Need Fridge Storage, but Avoid Sink Disposal
Baileys doesn't need fridge storage; lasts two years at room temp. Plumbing experts warn against pouring down sink due to fat content causing blockages.
900,000 Older Brits Missing Out on £4,300 Pension Credit Boost
Nearly 900,000 pensioners are missing out on Pension Credit worth £4,300/year on average. Find out if you qualify and how to claim.
Albanese pushes through CGT and negative gearing changes, hints at business exemptions
Albanese presents CGT and negative gearing changes to parliament, with possible business carve-outs. Pre-election tax offsets included. Opposition and Greens react.
Turner Sunrise Watercolour Expected to Fetch Over £600,000 at Auction
JMW Turner's watercolour Sunrise Over The Sea, estimated at £600,000-£800,000, will be auctioned at Christie's on July 4. The painting depicts Margate and dates from his final years.
Bond Markets Could Force Rachel Reeves to Deliver Second Budget, City Investor Warns
City investor warns bond markets could force Rachel Reeves to deliver a second budget if yields spike; Franklin Templeton's David Zahn says 6% yield would be unsustainable.
Arteta Hints At Arsenal Injury Boosts Before Newcastle Clash
Mikel Arteta gives Arsenal squad two days off; Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber close to returning ahead of Newcastle match.
Burnham: stamp duty not being scrapped
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed he will not scrap stamp duty, dismissing reports of the property tax being abolished as untrue, after speculation over the weekend.
Aldi Gateshead store wins 95% public support
Plans for an Aldi at a disused IKEA distribution centre in Blaydon, Gateshead, have received 95% support from 579 public responses, creating 40 jobs.
Tala Leggings Reduced to £29.50 in Summer Sale
Tala's best-selling DayFlex leggings, featuring a secret inside pocket and sweetheart contouring, are reduced to £29.50 in the summer sale, with up to 60% off.
Tesco Chairman Accuses Food Firms of Unnecessary Price Hikes
Tesco chairman John Allan says food firms may be using inflation as an excuse for unjustified price hikes, as food costs rise at fastest rate since 1977.
British Pudding at Risk of Extinction, Warns English Heritage
Research shows two-thirds of UK households rarely make puddings; English Heritage warns they could vanish in 50 years.
Walmart knew of water bottle explosion risk for seven years before recall
Walmart was aware of exploding water bottle lids for seven years before recalling 850,000 Ozark Trail bottles after two users suffered partial blindness.
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