3 h. ago Winter Fuel Payment rules for pensioner couples who earn more than £35,000

HMRC has confirmed how much money will be deducted from Winter Fuel Payments for couples earning over £35,000

Economics

4 h. ago Andy Murray admits wife 'doesn't want to see him' as condition agreed after career change

Andy Murray has spent more time on golf since retiring from tennis, and he has already reached a high level, with the thoughts of wife Kim Spears clear.

Politics

4 h. ago Man Utd staff banned from taking photos as club bosses step in with firm order

Manchester United are set to instigate new guidelines for their staff so they have greater control over the material that leaves the club's most private spaces

Economics

4 h. ago Government issues new update for millions who must give Winter Fuel Payment back

Pensioners who earn over £35,000 a year will need to pay back their Winter Fuel Allowance

Politics

5 h. ago MSNBC's name is being replaced, but its leaders insist that its mission will remain the same

MSNBC enters the hall of retired corporate names this weekend, with the network formally switching over to MS NOW

Politics

5 h. ago Cop30 live: ‘literally insane’ that we are letting global heating happen, says Al Gore

Former US vice-president also critical of Donald Trump and Bill Gates as negotiations begin in earnestHello comrades, this is Nina Lakhani in chilly New York City taking over the blog for the next few hours. Thanks very much to my colleague Matt Taylor in London Town who will be back in the hot seat on Friday morning.Leading climate activists and influencers have signed a letter criticising PR firm Edelman over its role at the Cop30 summit in Brazil. Continue reading...

Society

6 h. ago DWP starts winter fuel payments now but warns Brits not to fall for common scam

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said Brits will start to receive winter fuel payments but need to be on their guard against fraudsters attempting to trick people into sharing their personal information

Events

7 h. ago Kim Kardashian’s Skims valued at $5bn after raising new funding

Skims plans to use new capital to broaden its intimates lines, and expand further into apparel and activewear Skims, founded by reality TV star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian along with CEO Jens Grede, said on Wednesday it had raised $225mn in new capital, valuing the shapewear label at $5bn.Kardashian’s ventures, including her cosmetics brand SKKN, have attracted young shoppers and benefited from her vast social media following. Similarly, other celebrity-backed brands have also drawn venture capital investment, as firms bet on the marketing power and built-in audiences of high-profile founders to drive consumer demand. Continue reading...

Economics

8 h. ago Ferry firm apologises after showing 'adult film' to 'screaming' kids during journey

Children were left screaming after the 'hardcore' film was accidentally aired on public TV screens on the ship from Dieppe, in France, to Newhaven in Sussex

Culture

8 h. ago Government confirms date Winter Fuel Payment will start to be paid to pensioners

Some pensioners will receive their Winter Fuel Payments from today, the DWP has confirmed

Economics

8 h. ago Energy firm secures £130m funding to begin first stage of power plant at Hunterston

Highview had previously earmarked the site for its 3.2GWh facility, which is expected to sit on a “stability island” and deliver crucial grid stability services.

Economics

9 h. ago 8 ways to stay social after retiring – and why it’s important

Staying socially connected in retirement provides a sense of purpose and helps create a strong support system.

Politics

9 h. ago Trouble brewing for Starbucks? Millennial favourite is at risk of becoming 'irrelevant', experts say

Starbucks' fortunes appear to be changing, and in September, bosses announced it would be closing 'some stores' in the UK amid global cuts - with details kept firmly under wraps.

Events

9 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo's final club may already be clear after retirement decision

Cristiano Ronaldo has conceded his retirement is on the horizon and the 2026 World Cup will be his final outing in the competition, but will his Al-Nassr contract be his last?

Politics

9 h. ago Scam warning as winter fuel payments are rolled out to millions of Britons

DWP urges pensioners to discard any scam messages asking them to apply for payments

Events

10 h. ago There is so much more to the stellar City than a crude count of the IPO tally

The rise of private equity and technology-led, asset-light firms means much of today’s value creation now happens outside the public markets

Politics

10 h. ago What compensation could Waspi women be entitled to and why is it controversial?

New evidence has come to light, the work and pensions secretary says

Politics

10 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo's final club may already be decided as star details retirement plan

Cristiano Ronaldo has outlined how long he may continue playing club football for after admitting the United States World Cup would be his final opportunity to win the competition

Politics

10 h. ago Kim Hellberg's club have already made feelings clear as boss now firm Swansea City favourite

The Swede has become one of the early favourites to take over at Swansea City

Economics

11 h. ago Older people without a Blue Badge may be able to use disabled parking spaces

Pension age disability benefits do not include a mobility element which can act as a passport to the Blue Badge or Motability schemes.

Politics