Mortgage Shock for 1M UK Homeowners as Fixed Deals End
Nearly one million UK homeowners face significant payment increases as five-year fixed-rate mortgages from 2021 expire, with experts urging early shopping around.
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Saudi Arabia Scales Back Neom Megacity Plans
Saudi Arabia is significantly downsizing its futuristic Neom megacity project, including The Line development, after officials raised concerns over massive spending and delays.
40-Year Mortgages for First-Time Buyers Announced
Nottingham Building Society has confirmed 40-year mortgages for first-time buyers, removing loan-to-value caps and extending terms to age 75. The move follows income threshold reductions.
Saudi Arabia's £6.8tn Neom Mega-City Faces Major Review
Saudi Arabia's ambitious £6.8tn Neom mega-city project, featuring the 125-mile mirrored Line development, faces an uncertain future as the government reviews the scheme amid construction delays and budget concerns.
Single Mum Forced to Sleep Next to Black Mould with Son
A Redbridge single mother reveals severe mould in her temporary flat, worsening her allergies and her five-year-old son's health, as new research shows widespread damp issues across UK homes.
Brain Injury Survivor Sacked for 'No Filter' Comments
Nicholas Atherton, 33, lost several hospitality jobs after a car crash left him with brain injury symptoms including lack of inhibition and inappropriate remarks.
Lachie Neale's Brisbane Home Listed After Split
Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale's family home is officially for sale following his marriage breakdown. An old video tour has surfaced, showcasing the property's amenities ahead of its February auction.
CCTV Captures New Hire's Joyful Job Offer Dance
A woman's spontaneous celebratory dance after receiving a job offer was caught on CCTV in a car park, going viral and delighting her new employer.
Over Half of UK Workers Considered Entrepreneurship, AI Fuels Youth
A new survey reveals 53% of UK workers have considered starting their own business, with AI empowering younger generations to pursue entrepreneurial dreams despite economic uncertainties.
Mortgage Shock for 1 Million Borrowers as Deals End
Nearly one million homeowners face potential payment hikes as five-year fixed mortgages taken in 2021 at ultra-low rates come up for renewal this year, with some annual costs potentially rising by over £2,000.
Healthcare Support Worker Most Sought-After Job in UK
New data from Adzuna reveals healthcare support workers as the most searched role in December, with vacancies falling for six consecutive months amid economic pressures.
Salt vs Baking Soda: Clear Winner for Window Condensation
A home maintenance expert tested two popular kitchen cupboard hacks to combat window condensation. Using identical conditions, one natural dehumidifier method proved dramatically more effective than the other.
29 Minutes of Daylight for Shift Workers: Beat Winter Blues
Night shift workers average just 29 minutes of daylight in January, with many going days without sun. Travel expert Tracey Davies shares six practical holiday hacks to boost mood and maximise time off.
Americans Trade Homes for Converted School Buses
As housing costs soar, a growing movement of Americans are converting decommissioned school buses into mobile homes, embracing a minimalist lifestyle on the open road.
King Charles Debuts £160k Electric Lotus at Sandringham
King Charles III and Queen Camilla were seen for the first time in their new £160,000 Lotus Eletre electric sports car during Sunday church service in Sandringham.
UK Workers Fear AI Job Losses as Adoption Accelerates
A major survey reveals a stark divide between UK employers and employees on AI's impact, with over a quarter of workers fearing job displacement within five years.
Schools Support Homeless Children Amid Record Temporary Housing Figures
New research reveals teachers in England are driving homeless pupils to school, washing uniforms, and referring families to food banks as temporary housing numbers hit a record high.
Minnesota Workers Pressure Corporations Over ICE Operations
Major US corporations including Target and Delta face mounting pressure from Minnesota workers and unions to take a stand against ICE operations following recent incidents.
Painting Tip: 'Backrolling' Stops Drips and Streaks
A simple painting technique called 'backrolling' shared by a DIY enthusiast can ensure smooth, professional-looking walls without patchy streaks or drips.
Van Life Saves Man £20,000, Escapes Neighbours
Timothy Knight, 37, from Stoke-on-Trent, has saved over £20,000 in four years by living full-time in a converted minibus, finding freedom from rental costs and unpleasant neighbours.
DWP Sets 4.7% Universal Credit Fraud Target with New Powers
DWP permanent secretary Peter Schofield reveals ambitious target to slash Universal Credit overpayments to 4.7% by 2029 as new anti-fraud legislation including bank account checks comes into force.
Labour's Net Zero Rules Could Drive Up Rents for Tenants
Labour's Warm Homes Plan requires landlords to spend up to £10,000 on energy upgrades by 2030, with critics warning costs could be passed to renters through higher rents.
BT Worker Wins £10k Payout Over Unfair Dismissal
A BT customer service advisor from Carnoustie has been awarded over £10,000 after a tribunal ruled his dismissal for calling a colleague an 'Arab b******' was procedurally and substantively unfair.
Couple Must Demolish Unauthorised Garden Annexe
A Milton Keynes entrepreneur and her husband face demolition of their three-bedroom garden annexe after losing a planning appeal. The council ruled the structure harms the area's character.
Amazon Worker Sues Over Breast Milk Pumping Rights
An Amazon warehouse employee has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging harassment and discrimination over her right to pump breast milk at work, claiming retaliatory termination.
London Tower Block Fire: 60 Firefighters Tackle LED Battery Blaze
A significant fire erupted in a 13-storey building in Blackwall, East London, requiring eight fire engines and approximately 60 firefighters to respond to a basement blaze involving LED acid batteries.
Murdoch's Wapping Print Revolution Begins in 1986
In January 1986, Rupert Murdoch moved News International's newspapers to Wapping, sparking a bitter year-long dispute with print unions over new technology and working conditions.
Amazon Worker Sues Over Harassment For Pumping Breast Milk
A New Jersey mother alleges Amazon created a hostile environment over her lactation breaks, forcing her to stop breastfeeding her twins. She claims managers monitored her time and docked pay.
Amazon Worker Sues Over Breast Milk Pumping Harassment
A New Jersey mother alleges Amazon created hostile conditions that forced her to stop breastfeeding her twins, with managers monitoring breaks and docking pay in what she calls discriminatory practices.
Amazon Plans Thousands More Corporate Job Cuts
Amazon is reportedly planning to cut thousands more corporate jobs as part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations, following a previous announcement of 14,000 redundancies three months ago.
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