Reeves to Announce £1.5bn EV Boost Amid Pay-Per-Mile Tax Plans
Chancellor Reeves announces £1.5bn EV subsidies but also consults on a pay-per-mile tax, causing confusion in the electric car market.
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Tourist Trapped in Outback Sewage Pit for Hours After Toilet Collapses
A tourist fell into a sewage pit at Henbury meteorite crater in Australia's outback after a long-drop toilet collapsed, requiring rescue after hours trapped waist-deep in waste.
Air New Zealand to Offer Economy Bunk Beds on Auckland-New York Flights
Air New Zealand introduces Skynest bunk beds for economy passengers on ultra-long-haul flights from May, offering four-hour sleep sessions.
BHF closes 87 UK charity shops - full list
British Heart Foundation confirms 87 store closures across the UK due to rising operational costs and shifting consumer habits, with more closures planned by 2028.
Greece Suspends EU Biometric Border System for UK Tourists to Ease Delays
Greece suspends EU Entry/Exit System biometric checks for British tourists from April 2026 to reduce 4-hour queues, amid reports of missed flights and chaos across Europe.
UK Gas Prices Hit Three-Year High Amid Middle East Conflict
UK gas prices surge 30% to three-year high, FTSE 100 falls 2.75% amid widening Middle East conflict, threatening rate cuts and inflation targets.
Fire at Geelong Refinery Contained After 13 Hours
Fire at Viva Energy's Geelong refinery extinguished after 13 hours, no injuries but petrol production may be impacted. Two diesel shipments secured.
Reeves Faces Pressure To Raise Income Tax Despite Pledge
Rachel Reeves considers breaking manifesto pledge with possible income tax rise to fill £30bn gap, Treasury sources reveal.
Sean Hannity's secret property portfolio revealed
Guardian investigation reveals Fox News host Sean Hannity owns at least $90m in properties via shell companies, including HUD-backed affordable housing, while failing to disclose interests on air.
Panera Turns Salads into Sandwiches with New 'Salad Stuffers'
Panera launches Salad Stuffers, turning salads into portable sandwiches, with two new varieties as part of menu overhaul.
Autumn Baking: 20 Best Recipes from Top Chefs
Observer Food Monthly shares 20 autumn baking recipes from top chefs, including crumbles, scones, tarts and more.
Italian Family Dies After Falling into Volcanic Crater Near Naples
Italian family of three dies after falling into volcanic crater near Naples; 7-year-old son survives.
Weight Loss Jabs: Side Effects from Hair Loss to Weight Regain
Weight loss injections like Wegovy and Mounjaro, taken by 2.4 million Brits, come with side effects including hair loss, vomiting, malnutrition, and weight regain after stopping.
Balmond's Skin Salvation Balm Praised by Parents for Soothing Baby Eczema
Mums share how Balmond's Skin Salvation balm cleared up their babies' severe eczema overnight, offering a natural remedy.
European Cities Crack Down on Stag and Hen Parties
Ghent, Galway, Amsterdam, and Edinburgh take measures to curb rowdy stag and hen parties, including beer bike bans and online deterrence.
Diana’s Fashion Story Exhibition Charts Her Journey from Ingenue to Icon
Exhibition at Kensington Palace reframes Princess Diana's story from tragic princess to empowered woman, showcasing her fashion evolution from teenage ingenue to international icon.
Heathrow's Third Runway Back in Debate as Airport Expansions Advance
Renewed debate over Heathrow's third runway as four other London airports push ahead with expansion plans, raising questions about climate and growth.
False rumours spark migrant protest outside Canary Wharf hotel
Protesters gathered outside an empty Canary Wharf hotel after false online rumours claimed migrants were being moved there from Epping.
Lidl Submits New Planning Application for Wantage Store
Lidl has submitted a new planning application for adjustments to its existing store on Grove Road in Wantage, Oxfordshire, including sustainable drainage, parking, and EV charging.
Reeves Refuses To Rule Out Labour Tax Rises
Rachel Reeves rules out income tax and NI rises but won't commit to avoiding other tax hikes, as Labour's spending plans face scrutiny.
Burnham urged to tax banks amid £55bn profit bonanza
Andy Burnham faces calls to increase the bank surcharge as Britain's biggest lenders are set to make £55.3bn profit this year, fuelling cost of living relief demands.
Rachel Reeves Hits Out at ‘Mansplaining’ Critics Ahead of Budget
Rachel Reeves says she is tired of 'mansplaining' as first female chancellor, ahead of a budget expected to raise £20bn in taxes and extend prescription charge freeze.
Octopus Energy Launches Weekly Scratchcard Rewards
Octopus Energy is replacing its first-come-first-served rewards with a weekly scratchcard game, giving all Octoplus members an equal chance to win prizes like coffee, tickets, and holidays.
Below Deck Star Natalya Scudder Detained and Deported
Below Deck Med star Natalya Scudder says she was held up to 40 hours in a US detention centre with shared loofah and no towels before being deported over visa issues.
Peak District's Dragon's Back Hike: Spectacular Views but Tough Scrambles
Challenging Dragon's Back hike in Peak District offers stunning views but requires scrambling and good footwear. Full route takes 2-3 hours.
Pet Abandonment Surges as Owners Struggle with Cost of Living
RSPCA reports 25% rise in pet abandonments in 2025 as cost of living crisis hits owners, with charities warning of further increases.
Australian Government Developing National EV Road User Charge Model
Australia's government progresses plans for a national EV road user charge as electric vehicle sales hit a record high, creating pressure to replace declining fuel excise revenue.
Santander Eases Mortgage Rules, Boosting Borrowing Power for Some Couples
Santander raises mortgage caps by up to 24% for higher-earning couples, following regulatory changes to boost homebuyer access.
Reeves to freeze tax thresholds in budget U-turn
Rachel Reeves freezes income tax thresholds for two years in budget U-turn, raising £7.5bn instead of hiking rates.
Trump’s manufacturing ‘golden age’ fails to materialise, data shows
Trump promised a manufacturing golden age but data shows investment and factory jobs have fallen. Tariffs had mixed effect.
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