Common Rubbish in Skips Could See £400 Fines
Putting common household items like batteries, paint tins, or fridges in a skip could result in fines of up to £400, waste experts warn. Check banned items before disposal.
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95p Sainsbury's Rice Pouch Changes Cooking Habits
A Sainsbury's 95p microwave rice pouch transformed a shopper's approach to quick meals. The Caribbean-style spiced rice offers flavour and convenience, becoming a weekly staple for busy evenings.
Walkers Brings Back KFC Crisps After Five Years
Walkers has relaunched its KFC-inspired Max crisps, with Original Chicken returning permanently and Zinger available for a limited time, delighting fans after five years.
UK Updates Pavement Rules for EV Charging After April Grant Hike
The UK Government increased home EV charger grants from £350 to £500 from April 1, 2026, and is reviewing planning permission rules to ease on-street charging for households without driveways.
750,000+ Brits Eligible for £2,200 Child Trust Fund Payment
More than 750,000 Brits born between September 1, 2002, and January 2, 2011, could be missing out on £2,200 from Child Trust Fund accounts. Check eligibility now.
Two Simple Fixes to Revive UK High Streets
UK high streets are dying, but two changes—free parking and lower business rates—could revive them overnight, according to Andrew Papworth.
Dunelm £7 Storage Box Keeps Food Fresh
Dunelm's £7 Two Layer Drain Storage Box helps keep food fresh longer and fridges organised, earning a 4.5-star rating from shoppers.
Clarks Freckle T Bar Shoes £30: 'Best I've Ever Bought'
Clarks Freckle T Bar shoes, usually £60, are now half price at £30. Customers say they 'feel like walking on air' and are 'the best shoe I have bought in a long while.'
Newcastle's Woltemade trains with Werder Bremen during break
Nick Woltemade, the Newcastle United forward, has been training with former club Werder Bremen during his time off after Germany's World Cup exit, aiming to regain form before returning to Tyneside.
Amalfi Coast Cruise from Liverpool 2027: Turquoise Seas
A 16-night Cultural Mediterranean cruise with Fred Olsen Cruises sails from Liverpool on September 2, 2027, visiting the Amalfi Coast, Málaga, Cartagena, Olbia, Naples, Salerno, Cagliari, and Lisbon, from £2,899pp.
Glasgow Drivers Warned: Road Closures for Pride July 18
Glasgow city centre faces major road closures on July 18 for Pride celebrations, affecting drivers and bus routes. View full list of closures.
Dunelm's £10 Corner Caddy: Clever Bathroom Storage Solution
Dunelm's £10 Three Tier Corner Caddy offers a practical, space-saving storage solution for bathrooms, helping keep them neat and uncluttered.
Andrey Santos to Man United: Fans React to £48m Deal
Manchester United completed the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £48m. A fan poll shows 62% approve, while 20% are unhappy. Santos could debut vs Wrexham.
S&B Haulage Ltd Enters Liquidation: Fresh Blow for UK Freight
S&B Haulage Ltd, a Leicestershire-based haulage company, entered liquidation on July 6, 2026, adding to hundreds of freight firm closures amid rising costs, according to the RHA.
Ted Baker Plans High Street Comeback With New Store
Ted Baker is set to open its first standalone UK store later this year, two years after all 46 British shops closed following the company's collapse in 2024.
36p Asda Product Keeps Rats Out of Your Home This Summer
Rats need only a 20mm gap to enter homes. Steel wool from Asda costs just 36p per piece and blocks entry points effectively, says expert Saif Derzi.
Aldi Returns Baby Range Starting at 79p
Aldi announces the return of its popular Baby and Toddler Event range to the middle aisle from July 23, with products starting at just 79p, including a Graco Car Seat and My Real Potty.
36p Asda Steel Wool Trick Keeps Rats Out of Your Home
Rats seek shelter in summer heat, but a 36p steel wool pack from Asda can block entry points. Expert Saif Derzi advises sealing gaps as small as 20mm to prevent infestations.
Apple Watch Series 7 Refurbished Deal: £89 on Wowcher
Wowcher offers refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 from £89, saving 79% off the £420 new price. Available in multiple colors, grade C condition with minor cosmetic flaws.
Man United Debuts Microsoft Surface Logo on Kit vs Wrexham
Manchester United will debut a Microsoft Surface logo on the back of their shirts during Saturday's pre-season friendly against Wrexham in Helsinki, expanding an existing Qualcomm partnership.
Burnham Promises Council Houses; Tories Seek Priority for Brits
Andy Burnham pledges the biggest council house building programme in decades as Conservatives push to prioritise British citizens for social housing in the Social Housing Bill.
Boots £15 Jawhara Amberwood Perfume Hailed as 'Hidden Gem'
Jawhara's Amberwood Nomad Eau de Parfum, priced at £14.99 at Boots, is praised as 'expensive smelling' and a 'hidden gem' by shoppers, including self-proclaimed 'cologne snobs'.
Woman Quits Job After £120k Lottery Win, Spends All
Olivia Love, 37, from Glasgow, won £120k on the National Lottery's Set for Life game, quit her supermarket job, and spent every penny on her wedding and dream career as a content creator, with no regrets.
Woman Arrested Over Unpaid £2,125 Hotel Bill in Canary Islands
A foreign tourist was arrested in Gran Canaria after allegedly leaving an 11-night all-inclusive hotel stay unpaid, amounting to €2,483 (£2,125). Police intercepted her at the airport.
Tesco Shoppers to Round Up Bills for Charity from August 3
From August 3, Tesco shoppers at tills and online will be asked to round up their bill to the nearest pound, with funds split between Felix and Trussell to support families facing hunger this summer.
Glastonbury tickets could hit £795 by 2036, experts warn
A standard Glastonbury ticket could cost £795 by 2036 if prices continue rising at 7.1% per year, analysis warns. The 2025 ticket was £373.50, up from £228 in 2016.
Manston Airport to Reopen After £500m Freight Hub Transformation
Manston Airport in Kent, closed since 2014, is set to reopen as a £500m-£750m air freight hub, handling over 1 million tonnes of cargo annually, creating thousands of jobs, with a target reopening in 2029.
Wilcox Hails Man United's Winning Culture as Carrick Targets Set
Manchester United director of football Jason Wilcox praises Michael Carrick and highlights a developing 'winning culture' as the club prepares for pre-season against Wrexham.
Loch Shore Highland Cottage with Isles View on Sale
A three-bedroom cottage on Loch Nan Ceall in the Scottish Highlands, with views of the Small Isles, is on the market for offers over £490,000.
Home Bargains £1.99 Cooler Bag Perfect for Picnics
Home Bargains' £1.99 Small Cooler Bag keeps food cool and insect-free, ideal for summer picnics. Also offers picnicware sets from 99p.
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