Bank of England Holds Rates at 5.25% Amid Persistent Inflation
Bank of England holds rates at 5.25%, warns inflation battle not over, as UK economy shrinks and diverges from Fed's dovish stance.
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Lidl Creates 1,000 New Jobs In Major UK Expansion
Lidl announces 1,000 new jobs and its largest UK distribution centre in Luton, plus five new London stores.
Jet2 Flight Declares Mid-Air Emergency on Approach to Glasgow
Jet2 flight from Turkey to Glasgow declares mid-air emergency, lands safely after squawk 7700 alert over North Sea.
Gatwick water outage: no toilets or food for passengers
A water supply failure at Gatwick Airport has left passengers without working toilets, bars, or restaurants. Flights are unaffected but services disrupted.
Airline chiefs assess impact of Middle East conflict on ticket prices
Airline bosses Willie Walsh, Michael O'Leary and Kenton Jarvis discuss Middle East conflict impact on flight prices, fuel supply and demand shifts at Brussels summit.
Gabriel Langton spotted after horror Commonwealth Games fall
Gabriel Langton has been seen for the first time since his horrific fall at the Commonwealth Games, with teammates giving him his own medal ceremony.
Motability Confirms Four Rules Unchanged in July Scheme Revamp
Motability confirms four rules unchanged in July 2026 revamp, including all-inclusive package and protection for current leaseholders.
American tourists heap praise on London fish and chips
American tourists visiting London share hilarious and glowing reviews of traditional fish and chips, praising portion sizes and quality.
Holiday Prices May Rise After Booking Due To Fuel Crisis
Jet fuel shortages from the Iran war and EU border checks threaten summer travel, with possible flight cancellations and long queues.
HMRC’s £700 Stealth Tax Raid Hits Workers, Pensioners and Savers
Millions face £700 stealth tax due to frozen thresholds until 2031; fiscal drag hits workers, pensioners and savers.
White House Launches Official TikTok Account
White House launches official TikTok account as Trump reverses ban stance, crediting app for 2024 election win.
Fifa Set to Increase World Cup 2026 Prize Money After Cost Concerns
Fifa agrees to increase World Cup 2026 prize money after national associations raised cost concerns, with details to be approved at Vancouver meeting.
Black Garlic: The Japanese Innovation That Reinvented Garlic
Black garlic, invented by Japanese scientist Hamasuke Hamano, is regular garlic transformed by heat and humidity, gaining a sweet flavour and potential health benefits.
Remote Welsh island with three residents seeks workers for seasonal and permanent roles
Bardsey Island, with only three residents, is hiring for seasonal and permanent roles including a visitor warden, project officer, and conservation farmer.
Trump claims Sean Connery helped him secure Scottish golf resort planning permission
Donald Trump claims Sean Connery helped him get planning permission for his Scottish golf resort; officials and locals deny any involvement.
Kitchen Extension Leads 'Accident Waiting to Happen', Fire Experts Warn
Fire experts warn that kitchen extension leads overloaded with appliances like air fryers and kettles pose serious fire risks, urging homeowners to install extra sockets instead.
Asian stocks surge after Wall Street rallies on Iran war optimism
Asian stocks surge after Wall Street soars on renewed hopes Iran war may soon end; Trump says US done attacking in weeks.
Early ISA Investing Could Boost Wealth by £83,000
Investing in a stocks and shares ISA at the start of the tax year could yield £83,000 more over time, studies show.
Pilot's Selfie Blamed for F-15K Mid-Air Collision, South Korean Air Force Apologises
South Korean air force apologises after audit finds F-15K pilots taking selfies caused 2021 mid-air collision, resulting in £600,000 damage.
Man, 45 Years a Shaver, Hails £16 Razor as 'Superior'
After 45 years of shaving, a man praises Cremo's £15.96 Tortoiseshell Razor as 'astonishingly superior'. Features 5 blades and gel reservoir.
October's Key Money and Benefits Changes for UK Households
October introduces energy price cap rise, new banking fraud rules, mobile roaming notifications, and Labour's first Budget, with key dates for self-assessment, stamp price hike, and inflation figures.
Australia Dodges Recession but Faces Weak Growth, Economists Warn
De-escalation of Middle East conflict lowers oil prices, sparing Australia recession, but economists warn of weak growth and per capita decline.
LIV Golf Seeks New Investors as Saudi Funding Ends
LIV Golf announces search for new investors after Saudi PIF ends funding, with new independent board to guide the league.
IMF Warns UK Cost of Living to Worsen for Two Years Due to Iran War
IMF cuts UK growth forecasts sharply due to Iran war, warns of rising inflation to near 4% and prolonged cost-of-living crisis for two years.
Stay Warm For Less Than 1p An Hour: Martin Lewis' Recommended Gadgets
Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert shares cost-effective gadgets to keep warm this winter, some costing under 1p per hour to run.
Iran Conflict Threatens Higher State Pension Rise as Inflation Outlook Worsens
Experts warn escalating Iran tensions could push inflation to 4%, potentially boosting next year's state pension under the triple lock.
Air Traffic Control Failure Causes Travel Chaos Across UK Airports
ATC failure at UK airports causes delays for days; airlines demand accountability from Nats.
New Chinese Brand Lepas to Challenge Kia, Volvo and BMW in UK SUV Market
Chinese brand Lepas, owned by Chery Automotive, is launching three SUVs in the UK to rival Kia, Volvo and BMW models over the next 12 months.
Hot Dog Spill Blocks Pennsylvania Highway
A truckload of hot dogs spilled on Interstate-83 near Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania, causing traffic delays and minor injuries. Cleanup crews faced slippery conditions.
Canadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacan Pyramids
A Canadian tourist was killed and 13 injured when a gunman opened fire from atop the Teotihuacan pyramids in Mexico. The shooter later died from a self-inflicted wound.
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