Newcastle sign Aladji Bamba in £34m deal
Newcastle United have completed the £34million signing of French midfielder Aladji Bamba from Monaco on a five-year deal, marking their fourth arrival in 40 days.
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Ruggable Home Refresh Sale: Up to 30% Off Washable Rugs
Ruggable's Home Refresh Sale offers up to 30% off selected washable rugs and home essentials, with discounts on bestselling designs including collaborations with Morris & Co, Disney, and Star Wars.
Man stabbed on Greek Street in Soho, London
A man in his 30s was stabbed on Greek Street in Soho just before 4.30pm on Thursday. He was taken to hospital with a leg wound; injuries are not life-threatening.
UK beach 'just like Greece' draws crowds in Wales
Barafundle Bay in Pembrokeshire, Wales, has gone viral as visitors say its crystal-clear waters and golden sands rival Greek beaches.
Swansea road closures for Wales Airshow July 24-26
Roads across Swansea will be closed from Friday to Sunday for the Wales Airshow. Full list of closures and parking information.
Chic Clear Bags for Ariana Grande's O2 Show with Strict Policy
Ariana Grande's O2 arena shows enforce a strict clear bag policy. Here are four stylish transparent bags that comply, starting at £11.
Martin Lewis on energy bill savings from VAT cut
Martin Lewis warns that a predicted 5.1% rise in the energy price cap in October could wipe out household savings from the VAT cut on electricity bills.
UK engineering firm Galino collapses, all staff lose jobs
Galino Limited, a UK engineering company founded in 1981, has entered administration with all 12 staff made redundant. Joint administrators have been appointed.
HMRC warns 864,000 Brits of new 2-week tax deadline
More than 864,000 sole traders and landlords must submit their first Making Tax Digital quarterly update by August 7, 2026.
Free TV Licence Expert Calls for Automatic System
Consumer experts propose an automatic free TV licence system for eligible pensioners, eliminating the need to apply. Currently, those on Pension Credit aged 75+ must contact TV Licensing to claim.
SuperBike Factory collapses into administration
SuperBike Factory, one of Europe's largest motorcycle retailers, has entered administration and ceased trading immediately after 16 years in business.
Argos Cookworks Kettle Slashed to £2.84 in Uni Deal
New TopCashback members can get the Cookworks Textures Selcey Kettle for as little as £2.84 after cashback, down from £18 at Argos.
Cheapest petrol and diesel in Greater Manchester today (24.07.2026)
Costco Wholesale in Stretford offers the cheapest petrol at 143.9p per litre, saving drivers up to £23 compared to the most expensive station.
Ryanair CEO: Flights Will Leave Without Passengers in Queues
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary warns flights will depart without passengers stuck in EU border queues, criticising the entry-exit system causing up to three-hour delays.
Burnham: State pension-only earners won't pay income tax
The Treasury confirms pensioners whose only income is the state pension will not pay income tax, as the government sticks to a previous pledge despite frozen thresholds.
Medicube PDRN Caffeine Mask Slashed to £16 on Amazon
Medicube's new PDRN Caffeine Overnight Wrapping Peel Off Mask is now £16.79 on Amazon, down from £20.19. The depuffing mask promises firmer, sculpted skin by morning.
HMRC warns 864,000 taxpayers: two-week deadline for MTD
HMRC has issued a two-week warning for 864,000 taxpayers after Making Tax Digital became mandatory from April 2026 for sole traders and landlords with income over £50,000.
British Gas axes 1,300 call centre staff over chatbot shift
British Gas is cutting 1,300 call centre jobs as customers increasingly use AI chatbots, with Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea citing a 20% drop in phone calls.
Andy Burnham's Spending Plans Hit by Reeves' Fiscal Reality
Andy Burnham's early spending promises clash with Chancellor Rachel Reeves' empty coffers, forcing U-turns and highlighting fiscal constraints.
Manchester builds more homes than all of Greater London
Manchester built 4,766 homes in 2025/26, surpassing Greater London's 4,261, according to council figures.
DWP sending £739 payments to state pensioners before August
The DWP will send early State Pension payments of up to £739 to some older pensioners before August due to the summer bank holiday.
M&S polka dot linen trousers under £10 with cashback
M&S Linen Rich Drawstring Wide Leg Trousers with polka dot print can be bought for £9.57 using a TopCashback sign-up bonus, down from £29.50.
Couple buys dream home, discovers snake infestation
Tyler and Lauren Bouldin purchased a $460,000 Pennsylvania house, unaware it was inhabited by numerous snakes after a decade of vacancy.
Drivers urged to find old car finance agreements despite delay
Motorists are urged to locate old car finance agreements while the FCA's compensation scheme is paused, with millions of agreements potentially in scope.
State Pension Age Rise to 67 Sparks Concern as Many Unaware
MPs warn that many people are unaware of the state pension age rising from 66 to 67, with concerns that the change may increase poverty among older workers.
Lacroix to undergo Chelsea medical today for £52m move
Chelsea are finalising a £52million move for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, who will undergo his medical today.
Burnham: pensioners exempt from tax on £12,570 rule
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has assured state pensioners with no other income they will not pay income tax on the benefit, despite the frozen personal allowance.
Consumer confidence sees six-point 'Burnham bounce'
Consumer confidence in the UK saw a six-point 'Burnham bounce' in July, the largest increase since November 2023, though still in negative territory at minus 17.
Trump's tariffs and Iran war: Genius or gambler?
Donald Trump's new tariffs on over 80 countries, including the UK, and his escalating Iran conflict are causing economic instability, rising prices, and losses for ordinary Americans.
Trump's tariffs and Iran policy create global instability
Trump imposes tariffs on over 80 countries, including UK, causing higher prices, lost jobs, and instability, while his Iran war adds to economic crises.
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