98 m. ago Inheritance Tax rule change means your pension could be raided if you die young

From April 2027, inherited pensions will be subject to Inheritance Tax and included in the 'estate' - which also includes property, possessions and money - of someone who has died

Economics

2 h. ago ‘I have to believe I deserve to be here’: ‘Tesco TikToker’ Hannah Lowther on her path to West End stardom

The up-and-coming musical theatre star’s online audience of 1.2 million has been crucial in scoring her major roles. Her career is part of a shift in the industry towards performers with social media clout – but not everyone is happyIf you’re on TikTok, you’ll probably recognise Hannah Lowther. Known affectionately as the “Tesco TikToker”, she found viral fame during lockdown by filming herself singing and dancing in the aisles of the supermarket during her shifts there.“I got 10,000 views on a video and I thought: OK, that’s it, I’m famous, and I just never let it go,” the 27-year-old laughs. Since then, Lowther has built an audience of 1.2 million followers and leveraged her social media presence into a starry stage career, landing roles in West End musicals including Heathers and Six. “At the back of my mind, I was thinking: You know what? Maybe this could help me one day.” Continue reading...

Politics

22 h. ago Inheritance tax and the rise of ‘giving while living’: Smart ways to pass on wealth tax

With rule changes and frozen thresholds, more people are exploring financial gifting in their lifetime

Economics

26 h. ago State Pension age set to rise next year for people with specific birthdates

The State Pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.

Politics

2 d. ago DWP and HMRC making major change to 10 benefits including Universal Credit

The DWP is to make changes to ten benefits payments within days - following the bank holiday adjustment, parents with children continuing their education have been warned to update HMRC by this date

Politics

3 d. ago Iceland makes major change to yellow stickers across 900 stores

Shoppers will now be able to view yellow label items in real time, and receive alerts when food becomes available, through the Gander and Olio apps

Politics

3 d. ago 17 changes that could see you lose your Universal Credit payments

The Department for Work and Pensions maintains strict rules on who can receive Universal Credit, with changes to circumstances potentially affecting how much you get

Politics

6 d. ago Aldi Specialbuys update as change coming to every store today

The middle aisle of the budget supermarket has a huge range of items on offer

Politics

7 d. ago Aldi shoppers can get tattooed in stores thanks to new Specialbuy offer

In a UK first, the supermarket is offering semi-permanent tributes to some iconic middle aisle items over the years

Economics

8 d. ago HMRC rule change means certain Brits could be pursued for £1,350

The new rules will mean that the threshold for filing a Self Assessment tax return for trading income will rise from £1,000 to £3,000; however, the trading allowance will remain unchanged

Economics

9 d. ago Nationwide rule change warning for thousands of customers during August

Nationwide has issued a warning to customers over the changes to terms and conditions for the Reward Saver account - with a message set to appear in the coming weeks

Events

9 d. ago Suitcases will fit more clothes if you pack them in certain way – not rolling

This simple technique can help you to save space in your suitcase - but there are also other ways that you can pack your bag to make sure that you can fit more in

Politics

9 d. ago DWP PIP rule changes and what they mean for free bus passes across UK

The DWP is coming under fire for new rules and regulations which could see thousands of people across the country lose out on money and mobility

Politics

3 w. ago The world’s oldest president is running again: can anyone stop him from winning?

Paul Biya, 92, has ruled Cameroon since the early 1980s. Unseating him in October’s election will not be easyOpposite Treasure Hunter, one of four casinos on the same street in Douala, Cameroon’s commercial capital, money changers and motorcycle taxi drivers such as André Ouandji mill around, calling out to potential clients.Ouandji has worked in the area for three years but has not entered the casinos. He prefers to frequent the sports betting shop in his local neighbourhood of Bonabéri. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago People on PIP must report certain changes or DWP monthly payments of up to £749 could stop

PIP claimants may also have to pay a penalty if they give the DWP wrong information.

Economics

3 w. ago Morrisons makes major change for customers at tills and in aisles

Supermarket chain is trying to ensure staff are on hand to assist at self service tills and finding items

Economics

4 w. ago Shopper's 'genius technique' will save you money by changing supermarket aisle

A clever shopper has outlined her 'genius supermarket hack' which can save you money, and all it involves is simply changing which aisle you shop for one item in

Economics