6 h. ago 'Golden hour' could see you boost your bank balance by £1,000s

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry shares tiny hacks that take less than an hour a week total to save you hundreds or even thousands of pounds a year

Economics

8 d. ago Phraya Rum Brings the Magic of Golden Hour to Encore Edinburgh

An immersive experience in the heart of the city this summer that is not to be missed.

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1 week ago Santander buys rival bank for £2.9bn despite closing 95 UK high street branches this year

Santander UK has reached an agreement to acquire TSB Bank in a £2.9billion deal that will significantly boost the lender's market share, despite shutting several of its own branches

Economics

2 w. ago Lee Mack is really Not Going Out as his kids profit from his TV sitcom success

The Would I Lie To You star said his teenage kids couldn't give two hoots about his career but are happy to use his success to boost their bank balances. It comes as Lee's sitcom Not Going Out returns to our screens for a 14th season.

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3 w. ago A Spree change: from Berlin to Oslo, Europe’s urban swimmers take the plunge

Parts of the Seine are opening to bathers and Berliners are pushing authorities to permit river dips, while other hotspots continue to delight city dwellersThe last time there was full-scale river swimming in Berlin’s city centre, before access was outlawed a century ago, there were probably fewer inflatable unicorns and fluorescent pool noodles.But this week, a “Dip-Dip-Hurrah” demonstration to push for the lifting of the roaring 20s-era ban saw about 300 people, many with colourful swimming caps and assorted flotation devices, bob down the Spree river as the golden-hour sun bathed the old Prussian monuments of the historic Mitte district in a warm light. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago ‘Framed by jagged peaks, it felt like stepping into a dream’: readers’ favourite mountain trips in Europe

From the Alpujarras to the Dolomites, our tipsters hike, camp and devour hearty mountain food in some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery• Send us a tip on European wilderness – the best wins a £200 holiday voucherAfter a gruelling journey from the UK, arriving at Alpe di Siusi during golden hour felt like stepping into a dream. Farmers turned hay in some of Europe’s highest alpine meadows, framed by jagged Dolomite peaks glowing in soft evening light. We can recommend staying at the Hotel Schmung, a family-run gem with delicious northern Italian food and direct access to scenic hikes. Rifugios provide great lunch stops along the trails. The peaceful setting, breathtaking views and freedom to explore on foot without needing a car make this a perfect base for the Dolomites.Louise Continue reading...

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