5 h. ago I walked through the beautiful town packed with independent shops — no chains to be seen

The town is often named one of the UK's best places to live and it's easy to see why — it's worth visiting at any time of year

Politics

62 h. ago 9 thieves embrace their inner clowns as surveillance footage shows them all climbing out of tiny car before vape shop heist

The burglars climbed through a window into the shop before making off with shoes, clothes and Pokemon cards

Culture

4 d. ago Pretty UK market town transforms into magical Christmas market in stunning location

A historic town in Devon hosts a traditional Christmas market in December and there's nothing like it.

Politics

5 d. ago Singles’ Day is here: The curious holiday behind the world’s largest shopping event

The holiday generates more than $150 billion in annual sales, exceeding those on Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day combined

Economics

5 d. ago Barbers and vape stores among 2,700 high street shops raided in money

These extensive raids – the UK’s largest ever crackdown of its kind on money laundering – form the second stage of Operation Machinize

Economics

5 d. ago I’m a consumer writer – here are my top Black Friday tips to help you get the best deal

As a consumer journalist and keen bargain-hunter, I know a thing or two about spotting a deal

Economics

6 d. ago England's busiest property markets... and those where hardly ANYTHING is selling

A pretty market town in Leicestershire has been named the country's most active location for property sales.

Politics

8 d. ago Beautiful UK market town has traditional pubs, independent shops and historic castle

The charming market town in Leicestershire, England, is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a wealth of independent boutiques, spas and eateries

Economics

9 d. ago UK’s cheapest supermarket revealed as budget retailer overtaken again

Data from October shows some change amongst the best value shops

Economics

1 week ago One in four UK adults ‘encounter scams multiple times each week’

The State of Scams in the UK report found one in six parents with children aged seven to 17 said at least one of their children had been scammed.

Politics

1 week ago Brawl breaks out in middle of Bass Pro Shop during opening as bathroom argument turns violent

Two men who initially started the fight sustained minor injuries

Politics

1 week ago Singles’ day is thriving in China. Will America welcome this new holiday?

Half of American adults are unmarried, and half of those singles aren’t seeking a relationship

Politics

1 week ago Charming seaside town with 'less crowds than Brighton' and 'pretty' in winter

It is easy to see why this beautiful beach town is being dubbed the "perfect alternative" to Brighton. It has the same vibrant vibe but is much more peaceful

Politics

2 w. ago ‘The rainbow of colours reminded me of my childhood’: Guillaume Lavrut’s best phone picture

On holiday in his home town of Aurillac, the photographer was drawn to a pretty puddle of reflected umbrellasGuillaume Lavrut was visiting the small French town of Aurillac with his wife and three children when he took this photo. The family were looking for souvenirs together and exploring the streets when they happened on a canopy of umbrellas. Aurillac is home to one of the world’s oldest umbrella factories and is regarded by many as the umbrella capital of Europe. For Lavrut, however, a visit to Aurillac is about returning home.“My family are from there, so we go every summer. It’s so difficult to reach that we need at least a day to get there, but it’s worth it,” Lavrut says. Its peaceful, relaxed atmosphere offers something different from their homes in Paris and Nantes. “The capital is constantly bustling, and Nantes can be busy at times, too, but Aurillac is lost in the mountains, and nature is omnipresent.” Continue reading...

Science

2 w. ago The pretty Welsh market town that's easily missed by outsiders but perfect for autumn

The market sits on the banks of the River Tywi at the edge of the Brecon Beacons and the Cambrian Mountains.

Politics

2 w. ago Pretty town on the edge of Greater Manchester where locals are 'sick' of tourists

It's a charming place, but its popularity brings problems

Politics

2 w. ago I visited quaint Cotswolds town with lovely shops but one thing really annoyed me

The pretty British town is the 'gateway to the Cotswolds' and packed with independent shops, but there's one drawback

Politics

2 w. ago UK's cheapest city break is 'hidden gem' with independent shops and beautiful walks

The UK's cheapest city break has been revealed and it's a gorgeous destination to visit during the autumn and winter months especially if you like a good walk

Politics

3 w. ago What are the Aldi ‘secret’ shops? 11 stores to open across the country

Aldi’s sustainability chief said this was a new example of how the company was working to cut food waste

Politics

3 w. ago I’m a consumer writer – here are my Black Friday tips to help you get the best deal

As a consumer journalist and keen bargain-hunter, I know a thing or two about spotting a deal

Economics