70 minutes ago Dozens of train stations to get contactless tickets to save passengers cash

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is expected to make fare and ticketing reform a key priority for the new state-owned Great British Railways, including expanding pay-as-you-go

Politics

4 hours ago Food delivery apps urged to reveal how algorithms affect UK couriers’ work

Campaigners call for transparency from Deliveroo, JustEat and UberEats about how decisions on pay and jobs are madeTakeaway delivery apps are facing pressure to crack open the black-box algorithms that govern the work of more than 100,000 couriers in the UK and reveal more about how decisions are made on pay and access to jobs.A coalition including the TUC, Amnesty International, couriers’ unions and the campaign group Privacy International claim the opaque use of algorithms is “automating exploitation”. They say withholding vital information from couriers about their work is “creating precarity, stress, and misery”. Continue reading...

Society

81 minutes ago Shoppers say 'cheap' heated clothes airer with £60 off 'keeps washing off radiators'

The Alivio Electric Heated Clothes Dryer is currently on sale at Debenhams - and it has been getting rave reviews from shoppers who say it's "brilliant for drying clothes"

Economics

29 minutes ago Union to ballot Scottish Water staff on possible strike over latest pay offer

GMB Scotland said an offer of 3.4% was ‘overwhelmingly rejected’ by members during an informal consultation.

Events

1 hour ago What is Vine and could it come back? Elon Musk 'looking into' return after TikTok blackout

The GIF-like viral video app that gave the world Logan Paul and Shawn Mendes had 200 million users at its peak

Technology

70 minutes ago Samsung Galaxy S25 slim could be better than standard model, leaks suggest

A Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim smartphone could also be teased at the end of Galaxy Unpacked

Politics

6 hours ago Debenhams' 'cheap to run' £40 heated clothes airer that 'keeps washing off radiators'

Shoppers looking to save on their energy bills can now snap up an electric heated clothes airer for a bargain price

Society

2 hours ago Debenhams cut 97% off £5,500 diamond watch as shoppers hail 'amazing' £200 price tag

"Absolutely over the moon, a beautiful piece of craftsmanship"

Economics

64 minutes ago Family pay heartbreaking tribute to 'special' woman with 'sparkling personality' killed after being hit by car near university

Alison Graham died after she was struck by a Dacia Sandero

Events

92 minutes ago What to know about Trump's first executive orders as the president renames the Gulf of Mexico

Donald Trump is signing approximately 200 executive orders on Monday in a massive crackdown on Day One of his second term.

Politics

29 hours ago Woman stranded in Brazil after airline ‘refuses to allow her to board flight home to UK with eVisa’

Exclusive: Maria Juliana Marquez Monsalve says she was forced to pay over £700 for new flights to the UK airline refused to let her board

Society

2 hours ago Shoppers rush to snag Nutribullet blender down to less than £15 with deal stack tactic

The Nutribullet portable blender is perfect for anyone looking to make smoothies or protein shakes, and it's now available with 25% off - but there's a way to get it even cheaper

Economics

2 hours ago Trump inauguration terrifies families braced for deportations amid threat of 200 executive orders

Donald Trump vowed to remove millions of undocumented people in the US with the estimated cost of a one-time deportation event costing more than the entire budget of the NHS for 2023/24

Events

4 hours ago The ‘perfect’ perfume which ‘stays on all day’ Boots shoppers are obsessed with

Shoppers are loving its warming scent which gives them compliments 'everywhere'. It has an impressive rating of 4.7 stars and over 1,303 customer reviews

Politics

33 hours ago The beach resort that’s 25C in February and a direct flight from Manchester Airport

Soak up the sun and discovered pristine white beaches with crystal-clear waters for less than a £200 flight

Society

3 hours ago Amazon shoppers race to snap up £120 alternative to Dyson and Shark vacuum cleaners

If you're looking to upgrade your vacuum cleaner without spending a fortune, Amazon has the perfect solution with an affordable £120 model that's cheaper than Dyson and Shark

Economics

3 hours ago Amazon users praise 'life changing' sunrise alarm clock that beats 'winter blues'

Upgrade your winter morning and evening routine with the Foryond Sunrise Alarm Clock that is a popular buy on Amazon.

Events

5 hours ago Manchester station to shut for two YEARS as plans for major upgrade unveiled

Manchester's Oxford Road will remain closed while major works are underway

Politics

5 hours ago Amazon customers warned about scam that's catching even smartest shoppers out

One shopper was left red-faced after she was targeted by a scammer claiming to be from the Amazon fraud team's call centre - and she's not the only one to have fallen for it

Events

5 hours ago The 'dupes' craze isn't harmless after all... counterfeit shoppers are reporting getting denied at the border

An increasing amount of Gen Z and millennials are admitting to purchasing 'dupes,' or knockoffs of viral products, from counterfeit buyers.

Politics

4 hours ago Roman's 'perfect' £35 winter dress in four colours hailed as 'very comfortable'

The 'beautiful' midi dress from Roman has received praise from shoppers who have purchased it online, and it's currently on sale

Economics

9 hours ago Family pay tribute to woman, 50, who was found dead inside car submerged in river days after she went missing

Penny Masters, 50, was last seen in the East Ferry area of Lincolnshire on January 14 before she vanished later that day, sparking a major search operation.

Events

6 hours ago Trump inauguration 2025 live: Donald Trump prepares to take oath of office before unleashing over 200 executive orders

President-elect cheered at Sunday victory rally as he delivered campaign-style speech flanked by his family, Elon Musk and JD Vance while Kid Rock and The Village People performed live

Politics

4 hours ago Inside the tiny village in Spain offering houses for as little as £33k

Coripe is a charming small village located in the Sierra Sur region of Andalusia, Spain. It is now looking for new residents to join the 1,200 already living there

Economics

9 hours ago Ofgem issues urgent warning to households to upgrade meter or risk losing heating

'Failure to act may result in the heating and/or hot water being continually left on or off, or the charging-up happening at the wrong time of day, leading to higher bills'

Events

6 hours ago Boots shoppers snap up 'long lasting' Calvin Klein fragrance for Valentine's Day

Man by Calvin Klein has been popular with shoppers and it's currently on sale at a discount on Boots. The fragrance is said to last for a long time and would make a great Valentine's Day gift

Politics

5 hours ago M&S shoppers adore 'practical' £69 raincoat they say is 'ideal for all weathers'

Keep yourself dry and warm during any season with M&S' hardworking Stormwear Hooded Raincoat that has amassed multiple positive reviews.

Economics

15 hours ago Ukraine war briefing: Russia suffered record casualties in 2024, claims Ukrainian commander in chief

Oleksandr Syrskyi claims in interview that 150,000 Russian soldiers died last year; Ukraine shoots down 43 Russian drones. What we know on day 1,062.See all our Ukraine war coverageRussia suffered 434,000 casualties in 2024, the commander in chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has claimed, saying it was more than the previous two years combined. Oleksandr Syrskyi said in an interview broadcast on Sunday evening that the figure included 150,000 deaths. Syrskyi did not give a figure for Ukrainian casualties. Ukraine’s General Staff also reported over the weekend that almost 819,000 Russian soldiers had been killed, captured or wounded since the start of the war. In December 2024, Kyiv said 2,200 Russian soldiers died in the space of 24 hours, its worst toll since the start of the war. Western tallies for Russian casualties are lower, with an assessment in October last year stating up to 115,000 had been killed and 500,000 wounded since the start of the full-scale invasion.Moscow has...

Events

7 hours ago Nightmare tenant left 200 bottles of urine and bags of faeces among two years' worth of rubbish inside flat

Jan Pringle said he felt as though eviction was the 'last resort' as the resident refused to let him carry out checks on the property for the two years they lived there.

Politics

5 hours ago Aldi, Morrisons, Lidl and other shoppers face new contactless payment changes

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has said it is looking at raising the contactless limit as part of a package of potential deregulatory measures

Economics

20 hours ago Fraudsters 'using Sir Rod Stewart's face to advertise scam' conned former British Army soldier out of £200,000 in yet another celebrity hoax horror

Wayne Westhead, 65, an ex-Major with a 30-year career in the British Army behind him, was one of the people targeted by the scammers.

Events

8 hours ago Here’s every Samsung Galaxy S25 rumour you need to know, as release date nears

A Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim smartphone could also be teased at the end of Galaxy Unpacked

Politics

7 hours ago Dozens of councils 'could go bust' over union claims for sex discrimination on pay after Birmingham settled case for hundreds of millions of pounds

A trade union said an equal pay claim against Birmingham City Council -  estimated at £760million - was inspiring workers across the country to take similar action.

Economics

29 hours ago Family of charity Scottish cyclist killed by drunk driver and buried receive six

Tony Parsons was knocked off his bike and killed while on a charity cycle ride

Events

9 hours ago The great UK pay divide as stark earning differences across country are revealed

Out of 63 major towns and cities analysed, only seven outside the affluent South East, including Leeds, Warrington, Derby, Swindon, Bristol, Aberdeen and Edinburgh, offer above average UK salaries

Politics

8 hours ago The gig economy: ticket inflation is getting worse, so where does all the money go?

Taylor Swift’s Eras tour and the Gallaghers’ ill-fated dabble with dynamic pricing have put the spotlight on how much we’re willing to pay for live music. But, on the other side of the equation, the costs can be exorbitant and the risks are eye-wateringThe news that Oasis were to reunite sparked a wave of euphoria across the nation at the end of last summer. But the nostalgia balloon was quickly punctured by the discovery that the tickets, initially priced at £148.50, had suddenly leapt to £355.20 due to dynamic pricing. The outcry quickly sparked a new debate about what constitutes a “fair” price for gig tickets, with the band themselves fanning the flames: Liam Gallagher told those bellyaching about the lack of transparency to “SHUTUP” and buy “Kneeling only” tickets for £100,000 instead.Dynamic pricing, where the cost rises in real time in lockstep with demand, is hardly new. Parallels are often made with the surge pricing used on budget airlines and taxi-booking apps, ...

Economics

32 hours ago Boy, 13, missing from Dartford with links to south east and west London

Boy, 13, missing from Dartford with links to south east and west London  News Shopper

Events

13 hours ago Thailand's beautiful island with tropic waters, stunning beaches and no crowds

Koh Mak, in the gulf of Thailand, is a tiny paradise with 16 square kilometers of land and a population of just 1,200 people. The island is a far cry from the crowded tourist hotspots of Pattaya and Phuket

Politics

9 hours ago B&M's 'handy' £8 item is perfect for anyone who spends a lot of time at home

Shoppers have been seriously impressed with B&M's range of mini tables. Starting from £8, fans are convinced the foldable tables are a 'WFH essential'

Economics

36 hours ago Teeth whitener that's 30% off is worth 'every penny' for a gleaming smile

If you've set yourself a New Year's resolution to transform your oral health, shoppers are currently snapping up MySweetSmile's latest whitening bundles – and they're on sale

Events

13 hours ago Londoners call to end 'ridiculous' Lime Bikes after blocking entire pavements

Londoners call to end 'ridiculous' Lime Bikes after blocking entire pavements  News Shopper

Politics

13 hours ago Ninja shoppers snap up £50 air fryer at 'lowest ever price' by stacking two online deals

"I have been using it for a little while now and find it a great alternative to my electric oven. It's quicker, cheaper, gives a better result and is easier to clean"

Economics

15 hours ago Trump prepares for biggest comeback in political history with 200 executive orders on Inauguration Day

The 78-year-old will take the Oath of Office in the heart of Washington D.C. with wife and First Lady Melania Trump by his side to officially become the nation's 47th commander-in-chief.

Politics

18 hours ago New report reveals stark differences in pay across Britain with salary gap of up to £20k

Average anual salaries in some parts of Britain are more than £12k higher than areas with the lowest pay, with the figure jumping to almost £20k when comparing London salaries

Economics

17 hours ago Trump to sign more than 200 executive orders on first day in office, report says

Newly sworn-in president will begin signing executive orders as soon as formalities of inauguration ceremony are complete

Politics

23 hours ago 'I found a £4 solution to take luggage for free on EasyJet, Ryanair and Jet2 flights'

By stacking two deals, shoppers can get a viral carry-on bag that's free to take on Ryanair, Jet2 and EasyJet flights for just £4

Economics

18 hours ago Government confirms parents to receive day one right to neonatal care leave and pay

The new measures aim to address some of the difficulties that thousands of parents face when their baby is in neonatal care

Politics

24 hours ago Marks and Spencer's £35 knitted jacket feels so much like a 'cloud', shoppers want all colours

"Soft versatile cardigan to wear with many different outfits."

Economics

21 hours ago Who pays for the presidential inauguration? These are some of the major donors

Inaugural committee set to raise more than $200 million, with any leftover funds likely to be used for a Trump presidential library

Politics

27 hours ago Man Utd pay touching tribute to Denis Law ahead of kick off against Brighton

It was an emotional afternoon at Old Trafford as Manchester United paid tribute to their hero, and former Ballon d'Or winner, Denis Law - who passed away on Friday

Economics

22 hours ago Tesco makes major change to its website and says shoppers will find 'unexpected' items

Tesco Marketplace, which lists products for sale from third-party sellers, now stocks more than 300,000 products

Politics

27 hours ago Meal Deal debate rumbles on as shopper shares conspiracy – 'there is no solo sandwich'

A frustrated Reddit user shared their thoughts on the beloved supermarket Meal Deal controversially declaring: 'The choice of buying a sandwich at a UK supermarket is an illusion'

Economics

25 hours ago The Guardian view on development’s paradox: the rich benefit more than the poor | Editorial

The global south needs a fairer deal than this one, in which it funds the lifestyle and wealth of the global northThe World Bank calculated last month that the rich world earned more than $1.4tn (£1.15tn) in loan repayments from the developing world in 2023, with the sums likely to top $2tn a year by 2030. Rich countries have in effect become the world’s bankers, squeezing debtors in the global south. Poorer nations are forced to borrow in rich-world currencies to pay for their energy and food, while their exports consist mainly of low-value goods compared with their imports.Colonial patterns of extraction plainly did not disappear with the withdrawal of troops, flags and bureaucrats. Whether a debt crisis in the developing world occurs depends on decisions beyond its control. The risk increases if US interest rates rise and if poor nations’ exports – often priced by commodity speculators or wealthy-world buyers – fail to generate enough dollar reserves to stabilise their exchange r...

Politics

28 hours ago Amazon slashes Galaxy S24 Ultra price in surprise deal Samsung won't beat

A new Samsung Galaxy phone is coming this week and Amazon has dropped the current Ultra model to a new low price.

Economics

25 hours ago Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel tolls 'could worsen traffic jams elsewhere'

Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel tolls 'could worsen traffic jams elsewhere'  News Shopper

Politics

32 hours ago Debenhams 'floored' by how cheap £3,200 GV2 Bellagio Swiss diamond watch is after 94% sale reduction

"What a bargain, I can’t believe how much I paid for this gorgeous watch. It is absolutely stunning"

Economics