Fridge freezers cost households £68.96 a year
Running a fridge freezer costs the average household £68.96 a year, but it's still cheaper than separate fridge and freezer units, says Utilita.
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SIPPs rules savers must know to avoid costly mistakes
Self-invested personal pensions (SIPPs) offer freedom but come with complex rules. AJ Bell answers 15 common questions to help savers avoid costly mistakes.
FSG's £1.65bn Liverpool investment: A win for Henry?
Liverpool's value has soared from £300m to a £1.65bn investment for under a third of shares, marking a financial triumph for FSG, but supporters seek clarity on the future.
Invest £50,000 for £125 monthly passive income, HL says
Hargreaves Lansdown says to earn £125 a month from passive income, investors typically need £50,000 at a 3% yield, or £30,000 at 5%.
43 UK towns and villages set for £250 energy bill boost
Households near 43 new grid projects could get £2,500 off electricity bills over 10 years. First wave of pylons and infrastructure announced.
Lotto Results Live: £3.5m Jackpot and Thunderball Tonight
Tonight's National Lottery Lotto jackpot is an estimated £3.5m, with a £500,000 Thunderball prize. Draws at 8pm and 8.15pm. Follow live updates.
Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers with Thunderball
The August 15 Lotto draw offers a £3.5million jackpot at 8pm, followed by the Thunderball draw with a fixed £500,000 prize. Follow live coverage.
Grandparents Pay Education Costs to Cut Inheritance Tax
67% of wealthy grandparents help with education costs, with tax planning a major factor, according to Rathbones.
Oldest curry house legal battle paused; UK's oldest landmarks
Britain's oldest curry house, Veeraswamy, gets a legal reprieve as its lease battle with the Crown Estate is paused. Meanwhile, discover the UK's oldest tree, pub, cinema, and more.
UK savers can get £138 extra with ISA switch, data shows
New Moneyfacts data shows higher-rate taxpayers could be £138 better off by moving savings into an ISA, as average one-year ISA rates rise to 4.24%.
Inheritance tax planning enquiries rise 50% before 2027
Belfast adviser David Stirling reports a 50% surge in inheritance tax planning enquiries as families prepare for April 2027 pension changes.
£100,000 tax warning for two groups ahead of Budget
Higher earners face a 60% tax trap and potential wealth tax raids as the Budget approaches, with two groups particularly at risk.
HMRC takes £56m from Lifetime ISA savers since 2018
HMRC has collected over £56 million in Lifetime ISA withdrawal penalties since 2018, with 129,000 unauthorised withdrawals in 2024-25, prompting calls for reform.
Liverpool's new powerbrokers after £1.4bn investment
FSG sells 30% stake in Liverpool for £1.4bn, valuing club at £4.57bn. Amit Bhatia becomes vice-chairman, with Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin represented on the board.
Bhatia backs FSG as Liverpool £1.4bn investment agreed
Prospective Liverpool vice-chairman Amit Bhatia has backed FSG's leadership after his consortium agreed a £1.4bn deal to buy a 30% stake in the club.
Musk's Tesla Pay Package Rejected by Court Again
A Delaware judge again rejected Elon Musk's record $56bn Tesla pay package, despite shareholder approval, citing unfair process.
£200 inheritance mistake that could tear families apart
Financial experts warn that a £200 inheritance mistake over sentimental possessions could tear families apart, urging Brits to record promised gifts in writing.
Pension warning for under-65s taking taxable cash
644,000 under-65s took taxable pension cash in 2025/26, triggering a £10,000 savings limit. Withdrawals can also increase Income Tax.
FSG's £450m spend may have accelerated Liverpool stake sale
Former Liverpool director Christian Purslow says FSG's willingness to sell a significant stake may have been accelerated by last summer's £450m transfer outlay, with a Bhatia-led consortium close to a 30% deal.
Energy firms post billions in profits as households brace for new Ofgem price cap
Major energy companies have reported billions in profits during 2026 as households prepare for the next Ofgem price cap announcement on August 26, with campaigners warning of another rise in bills.
Aviva earnings jump by 24% amid Direct Line turnaround
Aviva's half-year operating profits surged 24% to £1.33bn, boosted by rapid progress on Direct Line's turnaround since the £3.7bn acquisition.
Set For Life results: Winning numbers for August 13
One lucky player could win £10,000 every month for 30 years in tonight's Set for Life draw. The top prize totals £3.6m. Tickets cost £1.50.
Telstra CEO gets $700k pay rise despite bonus cut
Telstra paid CEO Vicki Brady $6.8m for the year to June, after docking 20% of her bonus over the July outage, but she still received a $700,000 pay rise.
Why Wealth Taxes Fail: Global Lessons
Only one country has made a wealth tax work. Global evidence shows they fail, but Switzerland proves exceptions exist.
Pension change could cut take-home pay by 4%
New research suggests increasing minimum pension contributions could reduce take-home pay by up to 4% for the lowest-earning third of Brits, as IFS examines potential rule changes.
HMRC tax alert issued to 2 million pensioners
More than two million pensioners could pay tax on savings interest by 2026-27, HMRC figures show, a fourfold rise from 2022-23 as thresholds stay frozen.
Grandparents urged to rethink money gifts ahead of Inheritance Tax change
New research finds 67% of parents and grandparents are more likely to fund education costs during their lifetime due to upcoming Inheritance Tax changes, with many grandparents now covering university costs.
Over-70s car insurance rises by £23, data shows
Car insurance costs rise by £23 for drivers when they turn 70, paying £482 a year on average, according to Confused.com analysis.
Entain beats expectations after World Cup boost
Ladbrokes owner Entain reported stronger-than-expected sales and earnings for the six months to June 30, boosted by the World Cup, with net gaming revenues up 5%.
DWP State Pension inheritance rules after spouse dies (12.08.2026)
When a spouse or civil partner dies, their State Pension claim doesn't automatically end. You must inform the Pension Service, and you may inherit extra payments depending on National Insurance record and dates.
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