910,000 Families Missing Out on £4,300 Annual Pension Credit Boost
DWP urges older Brits to claim Pension Credit, worth £4,300/year, as 910,000 eligible families miss out.
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Grand Designs couple sell award-winning home for less than it cost to build
Grand Designs couple sell award-winning Oxfordshire home for £550,000, less than build cost, to move to Spain for family care.
‘A weekly shop now costs £220’: UK households struggle as food prices stay high
UK food prices remain 30% higher than 2022 as ONS data shows easing but persistent inflation. Readers share shock at £220 weekly shops and own-brand switches.
Holiday refund rights as 300,000 flee wildfires
British holidaymakers warned not to cancel trips themselves as wildfires in Spain and France displace 300,000. Expert advises checking official advice first to secure refunds.
HMRC confirms £33 monthly tax charge for pensioners over £35k
HMRC will automatically deduct around £33 per month from state pensioners earning over £35,000 who receive Winter Fuel Payment, via a tax code change.
Hunt for four EuroMillions millionaires as £1m prizes go unclaimed
EuroMillions players urged to check tickets; four £1m winners from special draw have yet to come forward.
Edmunds picks the best used luxury vehicles under $40,000
Edmunds recommends five used luxury vehicles under $40,000 including BMW 3 Series, Mercedes GLB, Genesis GV70, Acura MDX, and Buick Enclave.
Oil Falls and Markets Rally as Iran Signals End of Military Operations
Oil falls and stocks rally after Iran announces end of military ops. FTSE 100 edges up but housebuilders fall. FCA takes action against Neil Woodford.
UK Approves Largest Solar Farm as Solar Records Fall
UK approves Springwell solar farm in Lincolnshire, as solar output hits record 14.4GW. 25th clean energy project since 2024.
Retail Expert Advises Buying Three Christmas Essentials in November
Retail expert Ashleigh advises buying Christmas jumpers, advent calendars, and batteries in November to secure best deals and avoid disappointment.
2026 boarding pass rules for major UK airlines
Ryanair goes fully digital for summer 2026; easyJet bans PDF boarding passes and lists 21 airports that require printed passes. Check airline and airport rules to avoid delays.
Spain's Two Word Warning To Tourists
British tourists in Majorca, Malaga, Tenerife face 'get out' posters and graffiti. Locals protest over housing and tourism impact.
Union Sues McDonald's for Alleged Unpaid Breaks Worth Up to $250m
The SDA union sues McDonald's Australia for alleged unpaid rest breaks, seeking up to $250m in compensation for thousands of workers.
Best time for M&S yellow sticker deals: 9am
Yellow sticker discounts at M&S are applied overnight, so shopping at opening time (9am) gives you first pick. Bakery items are reduced around 4pm.
US Airlines Raise Baggage Fees Amid Soaring Fuel Costs from Iran War
Delta, United and JetBlue raise baggage fees as jet fuel costs double due to US-Israeli war in Iran and Strait of Hormuz closure.
Liberty and Harrods Reveal 2026 Beauty Advent Calendar Details
Liberty and Harrods launch 2026 beauty advent calendars with luxurious product line-ups, available for pre-order now.
Aviation Safety Bill Heads to House Vote After Fatal Midair Collision
House votes on Alert Act aviation safety bill based on January 2025 midair collision near Washington that killed 67. NTSB backs amended measure requiring ADS-B In systems.
Gateshead Flyover Demolition: Most Challenging Stage Begins
Park Lane roundabout closed until August 21 for demolition of Gateshead Flyover's most challenging section. Drivers urged to avoid area, use A1 or Redheugh Bridge.
British Tourist Killed and 27 Injured in Canary Islands Bus Crash
British tourist dies, 27 injured after bus carrying UK passengers crashes into ravine on La Gomera in the Canary Islands.
TV Licence Rules for Freeview and Freely
TV Licence rules for Freeview and Freely: you need a licence for broadcast TV on both, but not for on-demand except BBC iPlayer. Fines up to £1,000.
Spring Wardrobe Essentials: 27 Easy Pieces to Refresh Your Look
Spring wardrobe essentials: 27 easy pieces including Boden jackets, M&S polka dot dresses, basket bags, and colourful accessories for a seasonal update.
UK Economy Grows 0.3% in March, Exceeding Forecasts
UK economy grew 0.3% in March, defying forecasts, as ONS reports 0.6% quarterly growth. Chancellor Reeves says plan working, warns against political instability.
Bali Crime Surge Alarms Australian Tourists
Rising crime in Bali linked to changing tourist demographics and organised criminal activity, alarming Australian visitors and locals.
Only One in Ten New Builds Reaches Open Market, Raising Fears of ‘Nation of Renters’
Only 10% of new builds in England reach the open market; survey shows 36% of adults don’t expect to own a home, as UK risks becoming a nation of renters.
Thousands of Flights Cancelled as Middle East Conflict Causes Worst Travel Chaos Since Covid
Thousands of flights cancelled across Middle East as Gulf hubs remain closed, stranding passengers. UK airlines affected.
Waitrose Ends AI Smart Trolley Trial After Test
Waitrose concludes trial of AI smart trolleys at Bracknell store, first of its kind in UK supermarket, using Shopic tech to track prices and items in real time.
JCB Heir Warns of US Move Over Inheritance Tax
Jo Bamford warns inheritance tax raid could force JCB to relocate to US, criticising Labour's tax changes.
Pilots fear job loss over refusing risky Middle East flights, says union chief
Airline pilots globally fear job loss or pay cuts if they refuse risky Middle East flights due to safety concerns, says union chief.
Millions of UK Homes at Risk of Subsidence as Climate Crisis Intensifies
BGS analysis warns millions of UK homes in London, Essex, Kent face subsidence risk from hotter, drier climate, with up to 1.8m properties affected by 2070.
John Lewis Revives ‘Never Knowingly Undersold’ Price Promise
John Lewis brings back its 'never knowingly undersold' promise with AI price matching across 25 competitors, including Amazon for technology.
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