UK Powerball Launch: £4 Per Line, Billion Jackpots
UK Powerball launches this week with £4 per line, uncapped jackpots starting at £12m, and shared US prizes. First draw Thursday.
Category : Finance
Drake Loses £1.1m Bet as Spain Wins World Cup
Canadian rapper Drake lost a £1.1 million bet after Argentina fell to Spain in the World Cup final, continuing the infamous 'Drake curse' that has seen him lose over $1.56 million across 87 failed bets.
Why a Modest US Interest Rate Rise Won't Change Much for Most Businesses
A 25-basis-point Fed rate increase won't meaningfully change borrowing costs for established small businesses, with minimal impact on loan payments and investment decisions.
Pensioners Lose £20,000 to Simple Retirement Mistakes
Finance expert Antonia Medlicott reveals common errors costing pensioners thousands, from tax inefficiencies to unclaimed benefits like Pension Credit.
750,000+ Brits Eligible for £2,200 Child Trust Fund Payment
More than 750,000 Brits born between September 1, 2002, and January 2, 2011, could be missing out on £2,200 from Child Trust Fund accounts. Check eligibility now.
World Cup Betting Offers: France vs England Bronze Medal Match
England and France face off in the World Cup bronze medal match. Find the best betting offers, price boosts, and free bets for this clash at Miami Stadium.
EuroMillions Results LIVE: £42m Jackpot Winning Numbers
The £42m EuroMillions jackpot winning numbers for Friday, July 17 are revealed. Check if you've won the life-changing prize and Thunderball results.
Hoy hopes kids realise velodrome honour is special
Sir Chris Hoy hopes his children Callum and Chloe will finally appreciate the Glasgow velodrome named after him, after being unimpressed during a previous visit when they were too young.
Cheshire Lottery Players Urged to Check £1M Unclaimed Ticket
A £1 million National Lottery prize bought in Cheshire East on July 4 remains unclaimed. Players are urged to check tickets; deadline is December 31, 2026.
Labour Insiders Question Mahmood's Chancellor Bid
Shabana Mahmood emerges as frontrunner for chancellor under Andy Burnham, but business leaders and Labour insiders question her lack of economic experience, preferring Ed Miliband or Yvette Cooper.
Martin Lewis pension warning: 'You absolutely need to check this'
Martin Lewis warns workers with multiple jobs to track lost pensions, citing cases of forgotten £120,000 pots. Use Pension Tracing Service or Gretel.
Ofgem Urges Britons to Update Energy Details for Bill Support
Ofgem advises households to update personal details and contact suppliers early to unlock financial support, flexible payments, and better energy deals amid volatile costs.
Lottery Players Urged to Check Accounts: 1.5M Unclaimed
The National Lottery reveals 1.5 million players have unclaimed winnings in online accounts, averaging £3.90, with some prizes up to £500. Allwyn urges checks.
Shabana Mahmood Frontrunner for Chancellor Under Burnham
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has emerged as the favourite to become Chancellor when Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister, beating Ed Miliband and Yvette Cooper.
Mum Furious School Charges £15 for Child's Artwork
A mother is outraged after her child's school demanded £15 to purchase her child's artwork and £2 per ticket to view it at an exhibition, sparking debate on social media.
UK Powerball Launches July 21 with Unlimited Jackpot
The UK's first Powerball game launches July 21, offering unlimited jackpots that roll over until won, with tickets at £4 per line and draws three times a week.
Barratt Boosts Returns by £400M Amid Pressure
Barratt Redrow announces £400 million shareholder returns, including £386 million share buyback, after activist investor Phoenix pushes for action. Shares rise 4%.
Six Group Holiday Personalities: The Chief Vacation Officer
A survey of 2,000 adults reveals six distinct personalities on group holidays, including the 'Chief Vacation Officer' (CVO). Almost half of Brits identify as the CVO, who drives planning. Samsung's study highlights the CVO's underappreciated role, with 64
BBC Faces 'Real Jeopardy' as Licence Fee Payments Fall Faster Than Expected
The number of people paying the BBC's licence fee has fallen by 539,000 to 23.3m, faster than expected. Director general Matt Brittin warns of 'real jeopardy' and says the funding model 'ties us to the past'.
Trump Ballroom Donor to Lead $200M State Dept Armenia Fund
Konstantin Sokolov, a Russian-born private equity investor and Trump ballroom donor, will chair the new Tripp+ enterprise fund overseeing over $200 million for a central Asia trade corridor.
HMRC: Over 750,000 Unclaimed Child Trust Funds Worth £2,200
HMRC updates on 750,000+ people owed average £2,200 from unclaimed Child Trust Funds. Letters sent to 21-year-olds as part of new government taskforce.
Lineker on BBC earners list despite quitting over year ago
Gary Lineker earned over £300,000 for two months' work at the BBC, appearing on the 2025/26 high earners list despite leaving in May 2025.
Martin Lewis: two online tools for pension check
Martin Lewis advises using the Pension Tracing Service and fintech firm Gretel to track down lost pension pots, potentially uncovering thousands of pounds.
Jason Mohammad Gets Big BBC Pay Rise: Full 2025/26 List
Jason Mohammad receives a significant pay rise to £290,000-£294,999, moving him to joint 26th on the BBC's highest-paid list. Alan Shearer remains top sport earner at £390,000-£394,999.
Mum plans £459,000 savings for daughter's 18th with cash gifts
Chloe Radley, 34, from Romford, is saving birthday and Christmas money for her daughter Sienna, aiming to grow £9,000 annual investments into £459,000 by age 18 via a Junior Stocks & Shares ISA.
J.P. Morgan: UK savers lose £3,973 by missing regular investments
J.P. Morgan Personal Investing reveals that only 11% of UK adults invest regularly, costing irregular investors an average of £3,973 in lost returns over a decade due to missed compounding.
Arthur Fery Loses Half of Wimbledon Prize Money
Arthur Fery will lose nearly half of his £900,000 Wimbledon prize money to taxes, taking home about £477,000 after income tax and National Insurance deductions.
Glasgow SEC Bonuses Hit £217,000 Amid Cost of Living Crisis
Bonuses at Glasgow council-owned SEC Ltd soared to £217,000 in 2025/26, with seven bosses averaging £31,011 each, sparking criticism amid budget cuts and council tax hikes.
UK Joins EU's €60bn Defence Loan Scheme for Ukraine
Keir Starmer announces UK will join the EU's €60 billion defence loan scheme for Ukraine, part of his Brexit reset. The move allows British defence firms to bid for contracts.
Boiler Setting Change to Cool Home and Cut Bills
Adjusting your boiler's hot water temperature and disabling pre-heat mode can cool your home and reduce gas bills this July, according to gas safe engineer Patrick Garner.
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