14 h. ago Renovation cottage packed with potential in pretty Welsh village for sale for first time in 30 years

Rare opportunity for anyone hunting for a renovation project in a sought-after Welsh village setting

Economics

2 w. ago ‘A risky bet’: Friedrich Merz criticised over plan to lift Germany’s debt rules

Chancellor-in-waiting accused of taking part in ‘debt orgy’ after proposing loosening rules to boost defenceGermany’s chancellor-in-waiting, Friedrich Merz, is facing a barrage of criticism from opposition politicians over his radical proposals to loosen rules on running up debt to allow for higher defence spending and boost the economy.The CDU/CSU leader’s proposals for a multibillion-euro package, agreed with his potential coalition partners the Social Democrats, have been described as everything from a “bazooka” to “an extremely risky bet” by economists. He himself has called them vital “in light of the threats to our freedom and peace on our continent”. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Jeremy Clarkson wins the battle of the boozers: Historic pub in same village as his Farmer's Dog venue goes up for sale for first time in 300 years

A historic country pub in a picture postcard village is up for sale - after Jeremy Clarkson took over its nearest rival and suddenly their business dropped dramatically.

Events

3 w. ago The Furniture Village sale has up to 70% off – but you’ll have to be quick

You can also get £25 off your first order

Politics

3 w. ago Shopping centre owner Hammerson upbeat despite knock from Bicester Village sale

Hammerson reported a 15% drop in underlying earnings to £99 million for 2024 after it offloaded retail assets.

Economics

3 w. ago House Republicans to vote on spending deal that could slash Medicaid funding

Budget central to Trump’s agenda might get stalled before 14 March deadline as lawmakers warn of nearly $1tn in cutsHouse Republicans are planning to vote on Tuesday on a spending blueprint central to Donald Trump’s agenda, but the package faces potential derailment over nearly $1tn in Medicaid cuts that could fracture their slim majority.The fiscal year 2025 proposal includes approximately $4.5tn in tax cuts alongside increased spending for defense and border security. To offset these costs, the plan tasks congressional committees with finding about $2tn in spending reductions over the next decade. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago Inside Michael Owen's daughter Gemma's luxurious cottage as she reveals stunning renovations

She's the daughter of one of football's biggest stars. But since rising to fame as a star of the Love Island villa, Gemma Owen has been carving out a name for herself as a fashion star and influencer.

Politics