Rail Strikes on Five Routes to Disrupt Travel Friday Saturday
Rail strikes by TSSA union members on London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Trains will cause cancellations and reduced services on Friday and Saturday, with no trains after 7pm.
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Tesco Shopper Outraged by £6.20 Price Tag on Cadbury Mini Eggs
Tesco shopper finds Cadbury Mini Eggs priced at £6.20, sparking outrage over rising chocolate costs due to cocoa shortages.
Tax Trap Warning For Millions Of Brits With Side Hustles
One in four UK adults now has a side hustle, but many risk a tax trap as HMRC monitors online sales. Experts warn of financial strain.
Trump Accused of Corruption After UAE Investment in Family Crypto Firm Preceded AI Chip Deal
Trump accused of corruption after UAE royal family invested $500m in his crypto firm days before inauguration, followed by approval of Nvidia AI chip exports to UAE.
Aldi Trials Earlier 9pm Closing Times at Selected UK Stores
Aldi is trialling earlier closing times at selected UK stores, with some shutting at 9pm instead of 10pm. Customer feedback will be reviewed before a broader rollout. The move aims to cut costs as operating profits fell to £435.5m.
California's Clifftop Mansions at Risk as Storms Erode Coastline
Record rain and storms cause landslides, threatening California's expensive clifftop homes; public may bear costs.
Gran 'scarred for life' after Ryanair tea spill has flashbacks
Grandmother Susan Martin, 69, suffered second-degree burns after a tea lid came off on a Ryanair flight, leaving her scarred and with flashbacks.
British Family of Four Killed in Portugal Crash After Car Rental
British family of four killed in head-on crash in Portugal minutes after renting car at Faro Airport; twin sons and Polish partner also died.
Trump's Truth Social Stake Plummets $1bn After $58m Loss Revealed
Trump's Truth Social stake loses $1bn after company reports $58m loss and auditor flags going concern doubts.
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Defends Multi-Generational Living Arrangement
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen defends his multi-generational living arrangement with wife, daughters, sons-in-law, and four grandchildren in a Cotswolds manor.
Oil Prices Plunge to Three-Month Low Amid US-Iran Peace Deal Hopes
Oil prices hit three-month low and markets rally as US-Iran peace deal hopes rise, with Strait of Hormuz reopening expected.
Thursday News Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Topical Trivia
Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. Fifteen questions await.
Virgin Media Fined £28m for Blocking Customer Switches
Ofcom fined Virgin Media a record £28 million for widespread mishandling of calls that prevented millions from switching providers between 2022 and 2024.
Asian Shares Rally on Wall Street Gains and Falling Oil Prices
Asian shares rally on Wall Street gains and falling oil prices, led by tech stocks after Nvidia's strong earnings.
US Threatens to Withhold $160 Million from California Over Non-Citizen Driving Licences
US Transport Secretary Sean Duffy threatens to withhold $160M from California over non-citizen commercial driver's licences, citing safety concerns.
UK Banks Keep £100 Contactless Limit Despite FCA Scrapping Cap
UK banks retain £100 contactless limit despite FCA scrapping cap, citing lack of consumer demand and need for terminal upgrades.
Plastic Bag Charge Could Rise to 10p and Cover All Shops in England
Plastic bag charge in England may rise to 10p and extend to all shops, with consultation launched later this year to tackle plastic pollution.
Norway Wealth Fund Rejects Musk's $1tn Tesla Pay Deal
Norway's sovereign wealth fund will vote against Elon Musk's $1tn Tesla pay deal, citing concerns over size and dilution.
‘Heartless’ mass layoffs hit US workers ahead of holidays
Mass layoffs hit US workers ahead of holidays, with tech and manufacturing sectors cutting jobs despite a strong economy.
Man United Transfer News: Tchouameni, Scott, 7-Man Shortlist
Manchester United target Aurelien Tchouameni, Alex Scott valued at £85m, and a 7-man midfield shortlist as Carrick prepares for Champions League return.
Tampa Airport Sparks Outrage Over Pajama and Crocs Ban
Tampa International Airport's satirical post about banning pyjamas and Crocs sparks debate on flight dress codes, with mixed reactions from the public.
Virgin Media Fined £28M for Blocking Cancellations
Ofcom fined Virgin Media £28 million for mishandling millions of calls to prevent customers from cancelling contracts, causing significant harm and financial gain for the company.
Hamburger Helper Sales Surge Signals UK Recession Fears
Hamburger Helper sales surge 14.5% as inflation and recession fears drive budget-conscious shopping, echoing 1970s economic conditions.
Red Tape Cut to Speed Up Public EV Charger Rollout
Government removes section 50 licence requirement for EV chargers, speeding up rollout across England.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Named Among World's Best Theme Parks
Blackpool Pleasure Beach ranked sixth in Europe and tenth globally in Tripadvisor's 2026 Travellers' Choice Awards, making it the UK's top theme park.
Couple Wins Legal Battle Over Garden Patch After Gnome Dispute
Surrey couple win legal battle over tiny lawn strip after neighbours used garden gnome to claim land; Upper Tribunal rules in their favour.
Kyle Sandilands Settles ARN Media Dispute for $12m
Kyle Sandilands settles with ARN Media for $12m cash and $1.5m advertising, ending $85m legal claim over sacking from Kiis FM.
Hypnotherapist Wins Court Fight With Harrods Over Cartier Bracelet
Georgia Romain wins £5,131 after Harrods refused refund for too-small Cartier bracelet, judge rules store failed to prove damage.
Tesco Urgently Recalls Vegan Product Over Health Fears
Tesco recalls THIS vegan chicken products due to incorrect date labels; also Heinz baby food jars recalled over metal fragments.
Three Arrested After British Pensioner, 88, Dies in Tenerife Mugging
Three men arrested after 88-year-old British tourist dies in Tenerife mugging. Victim named as Ray, attacked outside apartment with wife.
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