DWP Payment Date Changes for Christmas and New Year
DWP confirms changes to State Pension and benefit payment dates over Christmas and New Year, affecting those paid on specific days.
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Nikita Kuzmin Ends Supernova Tour Before Strictly Return
Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin marks the end of his Supernova solo tour, just before returning to the BBC show for its 2026 series.
Mortgage Expert Warns of 'Waiting Penalty' for Home Buyers
A mortgage broker warns that delaying home purchase for lower rates, dubbed the 'Waiting Penalty', can cost more than waiting saves as rates rise.
Greater Manchester Motorway Closures July 27-30
National Highways has confirmed overnight closures on M6, M60, M62, M56, M61 and other roads from July 27 to 30, 2026. See the full schedule.
Scottish Mansion on Kintyre Beach Listed for £2.1M
A 13-bedroom Victorian mansion on the Kintyre peninsula with direct beach access and three additional dwellings is on the market for offers over £2.1 million.
Boots £35 Summer Box for Kids Worth £93
Boots' Summer Days for Little Ones Box costs £35 but contains items worth £93.04, including 21 products and a £4 voucher, making day trips easier for families.
Aldi names Croxteth as priority for new store
Aldi has identified Croxteth as a priority location for a new supermarket as part of its UK expansion, creating jobs with industry-leading pay.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr in £160m debt crisis
Al-Nassr, the Saudi Pro League club featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, is reportedly in £160m debt, with PIF restricting new signings until funds are generated.
67p bladder supplement aids nighttime sleep
Jude's CoreCTRL bladder supplement, costing 67p a day with a discount, helps users sleep through the night without waking to pee, according to customer reviews.
Woman accused of transporting bomb remanded with bail consent
A law student accused of transporting a bomb across Ireland has been remanded in custody with consent to bail after appearing in court on Monday.
Family-run Vets Announce Sudden Closure of All Branches
Vale Veterinary Centre has ceased trading as of July 27, 2026, closing all three branches in Barry, Cardiff, and Newport with immediate effect. Future appointments are cancelled and patient records can be transferred.
Majorca airport strikes: Brits face travel chaos this week
Two simultaneous strikes at Palma de Mallorca Airport from July 27 may cause delays. Swissport workers strike on Tuesdays and select days; metal sector strike runs July 27-30.
Manchester Airport flights delayed July 27 summer record
Over 120,000 passengers per day expected as Manchester Airport faces busiest summer. Delays and Metrolink works cause disruption on Monday July 27.
Butlin's Self-Service Bars Pour Drinks in Six Seconds
Butlin's has introduced self-service bars across its three UK resorts, cutting queue times with automated Boxbar tech that dispenses drinks in six seconds.
Midsommar Bakery in Grainger Market Closing
Midsommar Bakery, a Nordic-inspired bakery in Newcastle's Grainger Market, is closing after less than a year. Owners Nathalie Stern and Ben Dickenson say they cannot overcome challenges sustainably.
Sir Ian Wood: Swinney leads tributes to 'giant of Scottish business'
First Minister John Swinney leads tributes to Sir Ian Wood, describing the industrialist as a 'giant of Scottish business' who helped shape modern Scotland.
North Wales Woodland Spa Day for Two Under £100
A Wowcher deal offers a four-star Woodland Express Spa Day at Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa in North Wales, priced at £63 for one or £96 for two, including a 25-minute treatment, spa access, light lunch and prosecco.
State Pensioners Get £12,861 Tax-Free Allowance Under Burnham
Andy Burnham confirms state pensioners with no other income will not pay tax on their state pension, effectively raising the tax-free Personal Allowance to £12,861 from April 2027.
Man jailed for bestial rape of teenage girl in Edinburgh
Aaron Strachan, 21, received an order for lifelong restriction after stalking, abducting and raping a 15-year-old girl in Edinburgh, and carrying out two other violent attacks.
Ryanair digital boarding pass update for all passengers
Ryanair reminds passengers it no longer accepts printed boarding passes. All travellers must use the Ryanair App for digital passes this summer, saving 300 tonnes of paper annually.
Liverpool's Barcola pursuit may hinge on Gakpo sale
Liverpool continue to be linked with Bradley Barcola as PSG demand £140m, but a sale of Cody Gakpo may be essential. The Reds also show interest in Ibrahim Mbaye and have a chance for Vinicius Junior.
HMRC confirms £541 Child Benefit boost for parents
Eligible parents can get up to £541 extra Child Benefit from HMRC if their teenager leaves education or training and signs up with careers service or armed forces, under the 20-week extension rule.
Butlin's self-serve bars debut at three resorts
Butlin's rolls out over 100 self-serve bars across Bognor Regis, Minehead, and Skegness, reducing queues and serving drinks in six seconds.
Free £250 LG TV in Virgin Media Premier League deal ends Wed
Virgin Media gives a free LG smart TV worth £249.99 with select TV and broadband packages, expiring July 29.
Merseyside celebrities unite for Southport families
Actor James Nelson-Joyce, boxer Liam Smith and others compete in a charity football match to raise money for families affected by the 2024 Southport attack.
Celtic fans skeptical over £11m Hogh signing
Celtic fans remain unimpressed by the £11m signing of Kasper Hogh, believing it masks a net spend, as Rangers supporters also demand more signings for a title push.
Tortilla posts stronger sales after takeaway boost
Tortilla Mexican Grill reported nearly 14% like-for-like sales growth in H1, boosted by listing on Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat in late March, with delivery sales up over 50%.
Rohl: Rangers job bigger than Bayern Munich
Danny Rohl says the Rangers manager's job is bigger than Bayern Munich and he hasn't ruled out a return to Ibrox, feeling he has unfinished business after leaving this summer.
Burnham property tax plan could save households £1,096
Proposals to replace council tax and stamp duty with a 0.48% annual property tax could save the average household more than £1,000 a year, according to reports.
'Best since Happy Valley' BBC crime drama on Netflix
The Woman in the Wall, a BBC crime drama hailed as 'best since Happy Valley', has landed on Netflix, starring Ruth Wilson as a sleepwalker who finds a dead body.
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