Vale Council Criticised for £7m Road Repair Spend
Vale of Glamorgan Council spent over £7m on external road repair contracts from 2022-2025, drawing criticism from councillors who question value for money and highlight poor road conditions.
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Katie Price's Husband Lee Andrews Arrested Again in Dubai
Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews has been arrested again in Dubai weeks after his release from prison, reportedly over financial issues involving £120,000.
Curtis Jones Reacts to Liverpool Transfer 'Agreement' Claim
Curtis Jones responded with a raised eyebrow emoji to a social media post claiming a transfer deal was agreed between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, suggesting no such agreement exists.
New £1.87 Charge for UK EV Drivers from July 1
UK electric vehicle owners face a £1.87 increase per home charge due to Ofgem's new energy price cap effective July 1, raising annual costs to £97.24 for weekly charging.
Nestle Keeps Original KitKat Recipe for UK, EU Gets New Flavor
Nestle has confirmed KitKats sold in the UK will retain their original 'burnt caramel' recipe, while the EU version gets a hazelnut flavor. The original recipe is deemed 'already perfect' for British consumers.
George Clarke's Amazing Spaces Gun House Available This Summer
The Gun House, a former WWII guard tower featured on George Clarke's Amazing Spaces, is available for summer stays in Devon, offering stunning coastal views and a five-star rating.
£13 T-Shirt Rave Reviews: Shoppers Want All 15 Colours
Roman's Plain Stretch Cotton Jersey T-Shirt, reduced to £13.50 with code AFRPLC25Q226, earns glowing reviews for quality and fit, with shoppers buying multiple colours.
Rio Ferdinand urges Arsenal to sign Rashford for £40m
Rio Ferdinand says Arsenal should 'sweep Marcus Rashford off his feet' with a £40m bid, as the Manchester United star faces an uncertain future after a loan at Barcelona.
Winning Lotto Numbers LIVE: £6.6m Jackpot July 11
Tonight's National Lottery Lotto draw offers a £6.6 million jackpot, with Thunderball also offering £500,000. Live updates on winning numbers from 8pm.
Insomnia Cookies Opens in Newcastle Late Night Takeaway
Insomnia Cookies, the US late-night cookie and milkshake chain, opens its Newcastle store on July 18, 2026, at the former Caffe Nero on Newgate Street, offering warm cookies and delivery.
Reo Hatate 'Likes' Cammy Devlin Rangers Transfer on Instagram
Celtic star Reo Hatate has liked a photo of Cammy Devlin's Rangers unveiling on Instagram, sparking mixed reactions from fans as the Japan international nears a Parkhead exit.
Rightmove warns housing developments at lowest since 2017
Rightmove data shows new housing developments at lowest since May 2017, with delays and reduced budgets blamed. Total homes for sale are 85% higher than 2022, but affordable housing shortage persists.
Man United urged to hijack Arsenal's Bruno Guimaraes move
Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has urged the club to sign Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes, valued at £75m, ahead of Arsenal this summer.
Roman Wedding Guest Dress Reduced to £30 for Curvy Bodies
Roman's Floral Frill Mesh Stretch Dress, praised as 'perfect' for curvy wedding guests, is now £30 with code AFRPLC25Q226 for first-time buyers, or £36 with code JULY.
Aldi's £2.69 Vanilla Ice Cream Beats Häagen-Dazs in Taste Test
A Which? blind taste test of 10 vanilla ice creams by 63 panelists ranked Aldi's Specially Selected Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream as the best, scoring 77% and costing just £2.69, outperforming Häagen-Dazs and Jude's.
UK Drivers Face Petrol and Diesel Price Spikes Warning
UK drivers are at risk of petrol and diesel 'price spikes' due to Middle East conflict, warns ECIU. IEA reports supply crunch as refinery stocks draw exceeds normal rates.
Under-77 Pensioners Get £1,930 July Payments
State pensioners under 77 can receive up to £1,930.40 in July from the DWP, with two payments on Fridays for those with NI numbers ending 80-99.
I tried the £1.50 kitchen foil trick to cool my home
Zahna Eklund tested a viral trick to cool a home for £1.50 using kitchen foil. It worked, lowering temperature by 2°C, but experts warn foil must go outside to avoid window damage.
Lotto Results: £6.6M Jackpot for July 11 Draw
Tonight's National Lottery Lotto draw offers a £6.6M jackpot. Players are automatically entered into two draws with one ticket. Thunderball draw follows at 8.15pm.
Celtic transfer news: Kuhn available, Gbane update, Kyogo lifeline
Nicolas Kuhn is reportedly available for transfer from Como after a disappointing season, while Celtic target Mory Gbane may be sold if a substantial offer arrives, and Kyogo Furuhashi earns a lifeline at Birmingham City.
White Stuff Denim Dress Reduced to £32, Shoppers Rave
White Stuff's Lottie Jersey Denim Dress, originally £79, is now £32. Shoppers praise its soft fabric, perfect fit, and suitability for autumn, winter, and spring.
TUI Reduces Free Alcohol to One Drink on Long-Haul Flights
TUI Airways will limit complimentary alcoholic drinks in economy to one per passenger from November 1, 2026, reducing from three. Premium economy remains unlimited.
Shoppers 'shocked' by £5 summer fly trap catching hundreds
The Zero In outdoor fly trap, priced at £20.99 for a twin-pack (£5 per trap), has over 4,000 five-star reviews and catches thousands of flies per setting.
UK Diplomats Lose £100k in Property Including Jaguar in US
British diplomatic staff in the US have lost or had stolen property worth around £100,000 over five years, including a Jaguar car, a barbecue, a coin collection, and a crate of whiskey, with 40 items reported missing since 2021.
Grandad's Life Sequence Boosts Boys' Prosperity: CSJ
Boys who follow a traditional 'success sequence'—education, work, marriage, then children—are 69% likely to be financially stable, versus 28% for those who don't, says Centre for Social Justice.
Tynemouth Almost Beats Bamburgh as UK's Best Seaside
Tynemouth in North Tyneside came within two points of dethroning Bamburgh as the UK's best seaside location in Which?'s 2026 rankings, scoring 82 with five-star ratings for its seafront and food.
Arsenal Consider Re-Signing Dinos Mavropanos
Arsenal are interested in re-signing defender Dinos Mavropanos, who left the club in 2023 for £5m, after West Ham's relegation to the Championship.
M&S Hot Wheels Backpack: Save Over £15 with Cashback
M&S offers Kids' Stormwear Hot Wheels School Backpack for £20; new TopCashback and M&S customers can get it for £4.50 after cashback, saving over £15.
Cyprus: Eternal Youth at Aphrodite's Rock and Vegan Paradise
Miranda Pell discovers eternal youth at Aphrodite's Rock, enjoys vegan cuisine, and explores Cyprus from Ayia Napa to Paphos in a four-day trip.
Home Bargains £9.99 Rose Heart for Home or Garden
Home Bargains sells Jardin Artificial Rose Heart for £9.99, adding elegance indoors or outdoors. UV-protected, 42cm, with hanging chain. Also available in lavender.
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