New England Leads Wordle Cheating in 2025 Study
A new study reveals New England states top the list for Wordle hint searches, with Maine leading. Southern states show more independence, while 'INBOX' emerges as 2025's toughest word.
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Flight Overbooking Alert: Planes at 90% Capacity for Half-Term
British travellers are warned of potential holiday chaos with flights operating at 85-90% capacity during February half-term, increasing risks of being 'bumped' from overbooked planes.
M&S Cordless Lamp Sells Fast for Dark Corners
Marks & Spencer's Colby Rechargeable Metal Table Lamp is selling rapidly, praised for its cordless design ideal for areas without plug sockets. Available in three colours, it combines style with practicality.
Cinema Food Bans: Vue, Odeon & Cineworld Rules
Families planning cinema trips should know the banned items at major UK chains. Vue, Odeon and Cineworld all prohibit hot food and alcohol from outside.
Grandad, 78, Feels '25 Again' After Skiing Return
Julian Chisholm from Winchester returned to skiing after three decades away, describing the experience as 'exhilarating' and proving age is just a number when pursuing passions.
AI Property Photos: Missing Roofs and Misleading Listings
A bizarre new trend sees AI-enhanced property listings with blue skies and warped interiors, misleading househunters and raising concerns over false advertising in the UK market.
Bus Crash in Dublin City Centre Prompts Emergency Response
Emergency services and Gardai are at the scene of a bus crash in Dublin city centre near Talbot Street, with Luas Green Line services suspended between Parnell Street and St Stephen's Green.
Nissan Open to Making Chinese Cars in Sunderland
Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa reveals the company would consider manufacturing vehicles for Chinese automakers at its Sunderland factory, aiming to boost EV awareness and achieve economies of scale.
Dublin Bus Crash: Multiple Casualties and Person Trapped
A serious road traffic incident involving a Bus Éireann double decker bus on North Earl Street in Dublin has resulted in multiple casualties, with reports of a person trapped under the bus and emergency services responding.
UK Travellers Face Six-Hour Delays at European Airports
UK holidaymakers heading to Spain, France, Italy, and other EU destinations are warned of potential six-hour delays at passport control due to the new biometric EES system rollout, with issues reported at airports like Geneva and in the Canary Islands.
JLR's £310m Loss Deepens After Cyber Attack Fallout
Jaguar Land Rover reports a £310 million pre-tax loss in Q3, with a major cyber attack costing £64 million and halting UK production for five weeks, alongside US tariffs and Chinese market challenges.
Eurowings Flight Diverted Twice Over Iran Airspace Fears
A Eurowings flight from Dubai to Germany faced an 11-hour overnight delay with two diversions to avoid Iranian airspace due to heightened geopolitical tensions and US intervention threats.
Michigan Oil Industry Hit by Climate Crisis and Costs
The US state of Michigan is grappling with significant challenges in its oil sector due to the climate crisis and escalating energy costs, impacting local communities and the broader economy.
Craft Beer Fatigue Sparks Revival of Classic British Brews
As craft beer complexity peaks, drinkers are rediscovering traditional British ales like Timothy Taylor's Landlord. Brewers champion simple, sociable beers over divisive trends.
Bank of England Holds Rates as Economy Weakens, Inflation Stays High
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% as the UK economy shows signs of weakening, while inflation remains stubbornly above the 2% target, creating a complex policy dilemma.
Dragons' Den: Gary Neville Returns as Four Businesses Pitch
Football legend Gary Neville returns to Dragons' Den as guest dragon alongside Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Steven Bartlett and Touker Suleyman. Four innovative businesses pitch tonight including sustainable skincare from food waste and a mortgage overpay
ECB Holds Rates Steady Amid Resilient Eurozone Growth
The European Central Bank maintains its benchmark deposit rate at 2% as the eurozone economy demonstrates modest yet resilient growth, overcoming tariff disruptions and benefiting from low unemployment and reduced energy costs.
Unplug 10 Vampire Devices to Save £140 on Energy
Energy experts reveal the top 10 household appliances draining up to £140 yearly on standby. Learn which devices to unplug to cut costs amid rising energy prices.
Best Date to Book Half-Term Holiday for 23% Savings
A travel booking specialist has identified Sunday, February 8 as the optimal date to book last-minute half-term breaks, potentially saving families 23% on flights.
Uncle Nearest Whiskey Faces Chapter 7 Liquidation Battle
Iconic American whiskey brand Uncle Nearest Inc. is preparing for Chapter 7 liquidation, with receivers planning to sell vineyards and real estate while founders fight creditors and allege fraud.
Grenfell Failures Persist in UK Housing Safety Today
Eight years after the Grenfell Tower fire, deregulation, corporate lobbying, and flawed materials still influence global construction, with implicated firms securing public contracts.
Billy Bragg's Dorset Home Resold by Banker After Four Years
A Victorian villa on Dorset's Jurassic Coast, once owned by musician Billy Bragg, returns to market at £3.5m after being bought by a Goldman Sachs executive in 2021 for £3.15m, with locals noting the owner was never seen there.
JLR Posts £310m Loss After Cyber Attack Disruption
Jaguar Land Rover reveals £310 million pre-tax loss for Q3 2025, with £64 million directly attributed to a major cyber attack that halted UK production for five weeks, causing a 39% revenue decline.
Brits Use How-To Videos to Fix 'Too Tough' Items
Research reveals nearly half of UK adults successfully mend items they once deemed irreparable, driven by cost savings, environmental concerns, and online tutorial accessibility.
Vegan Worker Loses Pension Discrimination Case
A Manchester university employee's claim of discrimination for not being offered a 'plant-based' pension fund has been dismissed by an employment tribunal as having no reasonable prospect of success.
Supermarket Tourism: 77% of Travellers Now Visit Grocery Stores
A new travel phenomenon sees 77% of holidaymakers exploring foreign supermarkets for authentic experiences and affordable local snacks, driven by social media and self-catering stays.
Bank Holds Rates at 3.75% as Growth Forecasts Slashed
The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 3.75% while revising down its UK growth forecasts and predicting a rise in unemployment, as it aims to stabilise inflation around the 2% target.
Savings Rates Slashed as Bank of England Holds Rate
Finance expert warns of 'slaughter' of savings rates as 70% of providers cut offers since January 2026, with average easy access accounts falling to 2.42%.
Somerset Theme Park at Risk of Permanent Closure
Brean Theme Park, a beloved free-entry attraction operating since 1946, has appointed liquidators, putting its future in jeopardy and threatening a major tourist draw for the region.
Eddie the Eagle Trains British Gas Engineers for Winter
Winter Olympics legend Eddie Edwards shares resilience insights with British Gas engineers as UK faces brutal weather. New research reveals household winter worries.
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