6 h. ago UK emergency alert test warning for phone users using WhatsApp, shopping, or banking

The UK government will be carrying out an emergency alert test on all 4G and 5G mobile networks on the evening of Sunday, September 7 - and phone users are being warned not to use their phones during the alert

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9 h. ago Drivers warned they could face £1,000 fine during UK emergency alert this weekend

The Government is set to send out an emergency alert to every phone in the UK at 3pm on Sunday, September 7, but drivers have been warned not to do one thing if they are behind the wheel

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28 h. ago 'September has my bank account crying'– shoppers 'need' viral pumpkin

The cozy season is quickly approaching and it's the perfect time to decorate your home to get you in the mood for the colder and darker evenings - and what better place to start than with some new bedding

Economics

36 h. ago National Highways issue urgent warning to drivers ahead of emergency text alert

The National Highways has issued a warning to drivers ahead of the UK Emergency Alerts system being tested this weekend

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54 h. ago UK government's 'Armageddon alarm' could trigger a HEART ATTACK, experts warn

A health expert has warned that the national emergency alert test could trigger heart attacks in vulnerable individuals.

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3 d. ago 22 Kids and Counting's Katie Radford emotional as she makes heartbreaking decision after debt spirals

22 Kids and Counting star Katie Radford was forced to make a 'tough decision' after her bank card was declined during a shopping trip

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4 d. ago UK drivers warned 'do not interact' as experts raise concerns over emergency alert drill

Mobile phones will emit a siren for up to 10 seconds when the message is received

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6 d. ago Warning as nationwide 'Emergency Alert' could put some people at risk

The alert system could serve to warn UK citizens about future hazards like wildfires, severe flooding, and extreme storms

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6 d. ago Emergency alert in one week with millions of people to receive warning message

In one of the largest public safety exercises of its kind in the UK, phones will vibrate and emit a siren-like tone for ten seconds, with a test message appearing on screens

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7 d. ago Major bank to cut hours at 40 branches including four in Wales

They have announced they will be reducing the opening hours at 40 branches from January 2026

Politics

8 d. ago Waitrose unveils AI smart trolleys in major shakeup to way customers do their weekly food shops

The 'Shop-E' system being used by Waitrose is powered by handlebar-type devices made by Israeli firm Shopic which customers can pick up from a charging bank at the entrance.

Economics

1 week ago Emergency alert update as millions of Brits set to receive urgent warning message

The country will be put on alert next month with the second trial of a system that is said can save lives.

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1 week ago Emergency alert update as millions of people to receive warning message

Mobile phones connected to 4G and 5G networks will vibrate and emit a siren sound for up to 10 seconds, and users won't have to do anything, just swipe the message away

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1 week ago Summer bank holiday supermarket opening times for Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Lidl and more

Supermarket opening and closing times may vary over the summer bank holiday

Economics

2 w. ago Hosting this bank holiday? You can save £80 on a case of top

SHOPPING: Bank holiday weekends are a great time to gather with friends and family - and that means wine should definitely be on the menu.  

Economics

2 w. ago Simba drops August bank holiday sale with bundle offers on pillows, mattresses and beds

Consumers can choose from a range of bundle offers, as well as singular sales on popular pillows

Economics

2 w. ago Weekend Wishlist: 7 items our shopping writers are buying this Bank Holiday weekend

From LookFantastic finds to nostalgic releases from The Body Shop - here's what our shopping writers are eyeing up this Bank Holiday payday weekend

Economics

2 w. ago 'Do not pay £2 delivery fee' online shopping warning as bank accounts emptied

The exact reasons why that £2 charge might jeopardise your identity as the delivery scam spreads across the UK

Economics

2 w. ago August bank holiday hours 2025 for UK supermarkets including Aldi, Asda, Tesco

The last Sunday in May is a bank holiday so shoppers may find that some supermarket opening hours have changed - here's all you need to know about the openings for some major UK chains

Economics

2 w. ago 'Simba launches flash sale with £500 off my favourite mattress that keeps me cool'

As the proud owner of a Simba mattress, I think that they are worth every penny. Now shoppers can save 20% in a flash Bank Holiday sale but deals end on Monday

Economics