Australia Ditches Physical Passenger Cards for Digital Entry
Australia will replace physical passenger cards with digital forms for all arrivals, a move hailed as a win for tourists. Over 450,000 passengers trialled the system since 2024.
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Gravel Rock Faces Liquidation with £2m Debts
Gravel Rock Limited, an Oxfordshire construction company, held a creditor meeting on July 10 to discuss liquidation, with debts exceeding £2 million. The firm's latest accounts show a loss of £28,770.
Why Lidl Steaks Beat Sainsbury's and Asda
A shopper reveals why Lidl offers superior steaks compared to Sainsbury's and Asda, with greater variety, competitive pricing from £3.70 to £12.99, and impressive quality.
Lidl Steak Range Impresses Shopper Over Sainsbury's and Asda
A shopper who frequents Sainsbury's and Asda finds Lidl's steak selection superior in variety, quality, and price, with sirloin packs starting at £11.95.
Lidl Steak Beats Sainsbury's and Asda, Shopper Says
A shopper who usually buys groceries at Sainsbury's and Asda found Lidl's steak selection superior in quality, flavour, and price, with a two-pack of sirloin for £11.95 outperforming rivals.
Outsunny Gazebo Reduced to £67.32 with Double Discount
The Outsunny Gazebo with Two-Tier Roof is reduced to £67.32 at Yimbly using code SUMMER10, undercutting Amazon's price of £92.99. Shoppers say it keeps areas 'very cool in hot weather'.
Newcastle Uni Worker Helped by £31.5m Ukrainian Employment Programme
Newcastle University researcher Borys Zakharchenko, a displaced Ukrainian, secured a job via STEP Ukraine, which delivered a £31.5m boost to the UK economy, according to an MHCLG evaluation.
North East Road Closures and Roadworks: July 13-19
A comprehensive list of road closures and roadworks across the North East for the week beginning July 13, covering Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland, and County Durham.
Berwick Stone Home in Castle Terrace at £875,000
A semi-detached stone-built home in Berwick's sought-after Castle Terrace area is on the market for £875,000, offering 246 sq m of flexible living space with period features and modern amenities.
Drug dealer avoids jail for cocaine and ketamine supply
Badar Ali, 25, was found with 50g cocaine and 17g ketamine worth £2,340 in a police raid on his family home. He received a suspended 16-month sentence at Newcastle Crown Court.
One in Three UK Adults Owns a Vintage Music Player
Aviva survey reveals 34% of UK adults own vintage music players like vinyl record players, cassette players, or vintage radios, with strong popularity among both over-80s and Gen Z.
Amorim Targets £17m Man Utd Star Mazraoui for AC Milan
Ruben Amorim, new AC Milan manager, wants to sign Noussair Mazraoui from Manchester United for £17m, calling him the 'future of our team'. No talks yet, says expert.
Shower Screen Limescale Removed with £1.99 Home Bargains Spray
A professional cleaner reveals a £1.99 Home Bargains spray that removes shower screen limescale. The Kilrock bathroom spray, left for 20 minutes, cuts through grime.
UK warned of summer scramble as 14.1m drivers hit roads
An estimated 14.1 million motorists will hit UK roads this weekend, making it the busiest summer getaway in four years, warns the RAC.
Supermarket Potato Salad Taste Test: Winner Revealed
A taste test of own-brand potato salads from Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S and Waitrose found Sainsbury's the clear winner with a 9/10 score for its punchy flavour.
Lindsey Graham Dies After Phone Call With Trump, Cause Given
Senator Lindsey Graham, 71, died of aortic dissection after a phone call with President Trump. The South Carolina Republican collapsed at his home following a 'brief and sudden' illness.
Antiques Roadshow Guest Stunned by £20,000 Heirloom
An Antiques Roadshow guest was shocked to learn a family letter and map by David Livingstone is worth £20,000, but his father won't allow him to sell it.
Burnham Poised for PM as Farage Faces Reform Finance Probe
Andy Burnham is poised to become Prime Minister in a bloodless coup, while Nigel Farage battles a bin and Reform UK faces investigations into dodgy finances. Burnham's golden opportunity to revive Labour contrasts with Farage's credibility crisis.
Tesco Wins Best Supermarket Steak Test 2026
Tesco Finest Thick Cut Rump Steak with Green Peppercorn Melt scored 94/100, beating Co-op, Aldi, Waitrose, and Morrisons in Good Housekeeping's 2026 taste test.
Arsenal Prioritise Julian Alvarez After PSG Rule Out Barcola
Arsenal make Julian Alvarez their top transfer target as PSG confirm Bradley Barcola is not for sale, pushing for a quick deal before pre-season.
China Builds US Warship Replica for Target Practice
Satellite imagery reveals China has built a replica of a US Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyer in the Taklamakan Desert, likely for testing anti-ship missiles.
Home Bargains £15 Storage Side Table: Style Meets Function
Home Bargains unveils the Home Collection Ribbed Storage Side Table for £14.99, available in black or white, offering hidden storage and a sleek design.
Pierce Brosnan-Worn Socks So 'Top Notch' Men 'Wouldn't Wear Any Other'
Men rave about Pierce Brosnan-worn London Sock Company socks, saying they 'wouldn't wear any other brand' at weddings. Now get 20% off sitewide with code SUMMER20 until July 31, 2026.
Medieval Church with Priest Effigy for Sale in Pembrokeshire
St Marcellus Church in Martletwy, Pembrokeshire, a Grade II listed medieval building with a 13th-century origin and a rare priest effigy, is for sale at auction with a guide price of £125,000-£130,000.
Chelsea Bid £21m for Real Madrid's Carreras After Alonso Request
Chelsea have submitted a £21m offer for Real Madrid left-back Alvaro Carreras at new boss Xabi Alonso's request, but the bid has been rejected with Madrid demanding at least £43m.
Europe EV Challenger Too Little Too Late vs China Surge
Polestar sales reach 9,000 in 2026, but BYD hits 37,795 and Chery group exceeds 70,000, showing China's dominance in UK EV market.
Wimbledon 2026 Prize Money: Sinner Earns £3.6m, Zverev Gets £1.8m
Jannik Sinner wins Wimbledon 2026, taking home £3.6m prize money. Alexander Zverev earns £1.8m as runner-up. Both face 45% UK tax on earnings.
Tyneside Couple Build Thriving Guitar Business Against Odds
Natalie and Graeme Bevan launched Geordie Riffs a week before COVID-19, surviving on savings. Now their North Tyneside guitar business attracts clients UK-wide, with Natalie as a rare female technician.
Olivia Attwood's Relationship Boosts £5m Brand Deal
Olivia Attwood's rumoured relationship with Pete Wicks has amplified her brand, contributing to a £5m partnership deal, says PR expert Maya Riaz.
Homeowner Wins Right to Lower Historic Wall in Newport
Newport councillors granted permission to lower a 150-year-old boundary wall on St Mellons Road, Marshfield, despite neighbour objections citing heritage value. The wall's height reduction aims to improve driveway sightlines.
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