87 minutes ago Energy bills, mortgages, food: will cost of living surge again under Labour?

The government claims to be fixing the economy but households may face more pressure in the months ahead Labour swept to power in the wake of a cost of living crisis that hit households hard, with the price of food and energy rocketing alongside the impact of Liz Truss’s disastrous mini-budget on mortgage rates.At 2.3%, inflation is nowhere the 10% peak after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but it is creeping up, and could hit 3% in 2025, say forecasters. Continue reading...

Economics

87 minutes ago Prince Harry and Meghan Markle under pressure as they show true colours over 'new royal expose'

EXCLUSIVE: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's new Netflix series will focus on the lives of the polo players - but a top royal expert says there may have been hopes for other content

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2 hours ago Haircare advent calendar worth £125 leaving shoppers 'smelling great' now 33% less

Hair Syrup's 12 Days of Christmas Hair Care Set is the ultimate festive treat for anyone who loves the brand's products - and it's just been reduced in the Black Friday sale

Economics

2 hours ago Dua Lipa’s pickle drink is latest twist in growing appreciation for ‘dirty’ cocktails

Brine from pickled onions, beetroot, pickles and even oysters is now a fixture on bar menus across the UKIf Donald Trump has ruined Diet Coke for you, perhaps the answer is following Dua Lipa’s lead. In a now viral video, the pop star empties the best part of a can of it into a cup filled with ice. To this she adds the brine from a tub of pickles, followed by the brine from a tub of jalapeños. Using both hands, she sips it like it’s hot chocolate.It may seem like the latest in a series of drinks-based social experiments that only the most successful and famous can get us to try (see Tom Hanks’ Diet Cokagne, or Diet Coke and champagne). But in truth it seems the singer is on to something. Over the past few months, when it comes to cocktails, there’s been a notable uptick in all things sa...

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2 hours ago Mark Allen slams Shaun Murphy and says he has changed his opinion of snooker rival

Mark Allen and Shaun Murphy were involved in a social media spat earlier this year, with the Northern Irishman now insisting that his opinion of the 2005 world champion has changed

Politics

2 hours ago Shoppers say Aldi is selling 'most gorgeous' perfume and it's only £6.99 for 100ml

The 'long lasting' perfume smells similar to Jo Malone's iconic Pomegranate Noir, according to shoppers, but will cost you a fraction of the price

Economics

2 hours ago New petition from Women Against State Pension Inequality calls for State Pension age compensation scheme by March for all women

The petition also calls on the UK Government to "urgently respond" to the recommendations in the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's (PHSO) final report

Economics

2 hours ago New petition from WASPI calls for State Pension age compensation scheme by March for all women

The petition also calls on the UK Government to "urgently respond" to the recommendations in the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's (PHSO) final report

Politics

6 hours ago Weather map reveals where Storm Bert is set to batter UK this weekend with Met Office warnings in place

The Met Office has issued snow, ice, wind and rain warnings across the UK and said the low pressure system would be a 'multi-hazard event' following a cold snap.

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