800,000 Staff Skip Work on 'Slack Thursday' After England Match
800,000 workers expected to call in sick on 'Slack Thursday' after England's World Cup semi-final, with a 25% spike in absenteeism and 30 million pints consumed.
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Dusk's Wireless Lamp Reduced to £25 for Elegant Lighting
Dusk's Lucille Ornate LED Rechargeable Wireless Lamp, originally £35, is now £25 in a limited-time sale. With 4.7 stars from 130 reviews, shoppers praise its timeless design and warm light.
Dunelm Shoppers Save £113 on Ready-Made Sideboard
Dunelm shoppers can save £113.70 on the Theodore Small Sideboard, Mango Wood, now £189.50. Ready-assembled with 4.4/5 stars from 24 reviews.
Pierce Brosnan's Socks Drop to £13 in Summer Sale
Pierce Brosnan-worn socks from The London Sock Company are now £13 per pair in a summer sale with 20% off using code SUMMER20 until July 31, 2026.
World Cup Final 2026 Tickets: Date, Venue, Prices Guide
Tickets for the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium start at £1,515. Official sales via FIFA portal or On Location. Resale tickets from £5,510 on secondary markets.
MP Security Debate After Widdecombe's Death
After Ann Widdecombe's death, Reform UK proposes £100m security boost for MPs. Current protection costs £4m. Debate on accessibility vs. safety intensifies.
England fans to sink 6M pints during World Cup semi-final
Pubs expect to sell six million extra pints on Wednesday as England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, a 75% increase on a typical July weekday, according to the British Beer and Pub Association.
Dunelm Cuts Wesley Sideboard Price by £114, Fully Assembled
Dunelm reduces the Wesley Small Sideboard from £229 to £114.50, a saving of £114. The sideboard arrives fully assembled, offers soft-close doors, cable management, and a Scandinavian design.
Tom Kerridge Backs Andy Burnham for PM, Calls for VAT Cut
Chef Tom Kerridge urges VAT cut from 20% to 10% for hospitality, backing Labour's Andy Burnham as next PM, citing industry crisis and European comparisons.
SkyFall Tower: 262ft Free-Fall Ride Opens in Cardiff Bay
A 262ft free-fall drop tower, the tallest travelling ride of its kind in the UK, opens at Cardiff Bay Family Fun Park on July 18, offering 75mph drops and panoramic views.
Man Utd to bid £30m for Summerville as Rashford replacement
Manchester United are preparing a £30m bid for West Ham's Crysencio Summerville as a replacement for Marcus Rashford, who is set to return after a failed loan at Barcelona.
Brand Bellingham: Jude's 'American' Mentality Set to Boost
Jude Bellingham's winner's mentality is likened to Ronaldo and Messi, with marketing execs predicting his brand value will explode, making him the next David Beckham.
Next £22 Slimming Dress with Clever Tummy-Disguising Feature
Next's Cobalt Blue Tie Waist Mini T-Shirt Dress at £22 features a wrap detail that conceals tummy bloat, earning a 4.4 rating from shoppers who call it 'very flattering and slimming.'
Winning Lotto Numbers LIVE: £7.6M Jackpot July 15
The National Lottery offers a £7.6 million Lotto jackpot, £500,000 Thunderball, and £175,000 Lotto HotPicks on July 15, 2026. Draws at 8pm and 8.15pm.
Man United to sign Summerville for £30m if Rashford leaves
Manchester United will make a £30m move for Crysencio Summerville if Marcus Rashford is sold, according to The Guardian. The Dutch winger is available after West Ham's relegation.
8 Best Garden Vacuums Tried and Tested for a Spotless Outdoor Space
The best garden vacuums tested for suction, mulching, and ease of use. Top picks include Stihl SHA 56, Bosch UniversalGardenTidy 3000, and VonHaus budget option.
Ryanair Warns of Major Delays at 15 EU Airports
Ryanair warns UK families of lengthy delays at 15 EU airports due to the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), citing broken kiosks and understaffing, and calls for system suspension.
Chelsea hold talks to sign Manu Kone ahead of Man Utd
Chelsea have held initial talks to sign France World Cup star Manu Kone from Roma for £51m, ahead of Manchester United, according to reports in Italy.
Lotto Results: £7.6M Jackpot for July 15 Draw
Tonight's Lotto draw offers a £7.6M jackpot. Players have two chances to win with the new dual-draw format. Thunderball also offers up to £500,000.
Welsh Gov Accused of Wasting Taxpayer Money on Broadcasting Body
The Plaid Cymru-led Welsh Government is setting up a shadow broadcasting authority despite broadcasting not being devolved, drawing criticism from opposition parties for wasting £45,000.
Woman 60+ with thinning hair 'can't believe eyes' for volume using £23 kit
A 60+ woman with thinning hair says she 'couldn't believe her eyes' after using Hair Gain's £23 shampoo and conditioner starter kit, which delivers 72-hour hydration and reduces hair fall by 86%.
£30 Cooling Summer Dress: Day-to-Night Style with 25% Off
The £40 Textured A-Line Midi Dress from Roman is reduced to £30 with code AFRPLC25Q226. Made of breathable cotton, it offers a flattering fit and versatile styling for summer.
Mitchel Bakker Celtic Transfer Target
Celtic are targeting Atalanta's Mitchel Bakker as an alternative to Marcelo Saracchi, with the Dutchman reportedly available this summer after injury-hit seasons.
O'Neill Denies Transfer Assurances from Desmond
Celtic boss Martin O'Neill insists he didn't seek any transfer guarantees from Dermot Desmond before accepting the job, as the club's head of recruitment appointment is put on hold.
Sinisalo Faces Celtic No 1 Battle as O'Neill Seeks Keeper
Viljami Sinisalo inherits Celtic's No 1 jersey but Martin O'Neill insists he needs another goalkeeper. Maik Nawrocki likely to leave, while Balikwisha and Bernardo face uncertain futures.
500 New Homes Proposed for Woodford in Stockport
Plans for 567 new homes, an extra care facility, shops, and a nature park on green belt land at Woodford, Stockport, could bring total development to over 1,300 homes.
Merseyside Pub Sells 800 Pints During The Open
The Grasshopper in Hillside, near Royal Birkdale, sold over 800 pints on Tuesday as thousands flock to The 154th Open. Owners tripled staff to cope with demand.
Tesco Trials 6ft Tally Robots to Scan Shelves in UK Store
Tesco is trialling a 6ft 5in Tally robot that uses AI to monitor shelves for empty spaces, misplaced products and pricing errors, aiming to improve stock availability and efficiency.
Ryanair Warns UK Families of Airport Delays at 15 EU Spots
Ryanair has warned UK families to expect lengthy passport queues at 15 EU destinations due to the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), citing slow processing and inadequate infrastructure.
FTSE 100 Dips on Weak China GDP, Mining Stocks Drag
The FTSE 100 fell 0.1% on Wednesday as weak Chinese GDP data and falling mining stocks weighed, while the FTSE 250 and AIM rose. European markets were mixed.
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