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Widow shocked by unexpected state pension cut after husband's passing

Widow shocked by unexpected state pension cut after husband's passing

A retired woman faces pension complications after her husbands death earlier this year. The case shows how old pension rules can lead to unexpected changes in retirement income

Society, Economics • December 2 2024 , 01:16 PM  •  36538 views
UK shops hit hard: Recent sales drop brings back memories of lockdown times

UK shops hit hard: Recent sales drop brings back memories of lockdown times

British stores face biggest sales decline since covid times with both online and physical shops seeing less customers. New budget changes and economic worries make shop-owners think twice about future plans

Business, Economics • December 2 2024 , 01:15 PM  •  19730 views
Money diary: A week in the life of a London chiropractor with smart spending habits

Money diary: A week in the life of a London chiropractor with smart spending habits

A thirty-something health professional shares her weekly spending habits while living outside London. After years of financial hardship during studies she now manages to save money with cost-effective choices

Society, Economics • December 2 2024 , 01:14 PM  •  13565 views
How Amazon became the most backed company by top money managers

How Amazon became the most backed company by top money managers

From a small online bookstore to e-commerce giant Amazon shows impressive growth in both retail and cloud computing Its smart cash-flow management and AI investments make it popular with top investors.

Business, Economics, Science • December 2 2024 , 01:14 PM  •  9727 views
Breaking: Auto giant Stellantis loses CEO as car sales take unexpected hit

Breaking: Auto giant Stellantis loses CEO as car sales take unexpected hit

Stellantis chief-exec leaves company earlier than planned due to disagreements with board. Fourth-largest global carmaker faces dropping sales and tough choices about factory operations

Business, Economics • December 2 2024 , 01:13 PM  •  9264 views
China learns from Russia's experience: What's behind Beijing's secret study?

China learns from Russia's experience: What's behind Beijing's secret study?

Chinese officials make regular trips to Moscow studying effects of Western restrictions on Russian economy. Beijingʼs task force analyzes sanctions impact while tensions rise over Taiwan situation

Economics, Politics • December 2 2024 , 01:12 PM  •  6835 views
UK business heads warn about shocking effects of new tax changes

UK business heads warn about shocking effects of new tax changes

Business confidence hits lowest point since pandemic lockdowns due to unexpected tax policy changes. Company leaders report plans to cut jobs reduce pay rises and increase prices as they cope with new costs

Business, Economics, Politics • December 1 2024 , 10:45 AM  •  6699 views
House buying couple split over last-minute price cut attempt

House buying couple split over last-minute price cut attempt

A wife faces tough choice when her higher-earning husband wants to lower already-agreed house price. The moral dilemma brings up questions about marriage dynamics and real-estate ethics

Society, Economics • December 1 2024 , 10:06 AM  •  6065 views
UK companies rush to merge as business costs hit record-breaking levels

UK companies rush to merge as business costs hit record-breaking levels

British firms are joining forces to handle rising operation costs under new government policies. Recent weeks showed multiple merger deals across insurance‚ retail and logistics sectors‚ marking a new trend in UK business

Business, Economics • December 1 2024 , 10:02 AM  •  5649 views
Luton's car industry faces dramatic change as Vauxhall ends 120-year story

Luton's car industry faces dramatic change as Vauxhall ends 120-year story

Vauxhallʼs historic Luton factory shutdown affects over 1000 workers and countless supply-chain jobs. The closure highlights growing challenges in UKʼs car manufacturing sector due to new environmental rules

Business, Economics, Politics • December 1 2024 , 09:09 AM  •  4927 views
Special bond at risk: How UK might handle US-EU relationship challenge

Special bond at risk: How UK might handle US-EU relationship challenge

UK faces tough choices between strengthening US ties and maintaining EU relations as global trade shifts. New political dynamics and economic pressures push Britain to re-think its international partnerships

Business, Economics, Politics • December 1 2024 , 09:09 AM  •  4485 views
Letters reveal growing concerns about UK healthcare, safety and education changes

Letters reveal growing concerns about UK healthcare, safety and education changes

Recent letters to editor highlight public worries about hospice care quality drop-off and police presence in London streets. Writers also discuss prison jobs university troubles and seasonal traditions

Society, Economics, Politics • December 1 2024 , 09:08 AM  •  4252 views
Inside look: UK benefit system faces unprecedented manipulation claims

Inside look: UK benefit system faces unprecedented manipulation claims

Benefit assessors expose major flaws in UK welfare assessment process leading to questionable claims approval. Government faces growing pressure as welfare costs might reach £100-billion mark by end of decade

Economics, Politics • November 30 2024 , 07:01 PM  •  1803 views
Remote work revolution: Why young talents choose Mediterranean over London

Remote work revolution: Why young talents choose Mediterranean over London

Southern European countries attract UK-based professionals with tax-friendly policies and warm climate. Digital banks data shows growing trend of British workforce relocating to Mediterranean countries

Business, Economics • November 30 2024 , 10:08 AM  •  1808 views
UK businesses face tough times as government policies hit profits

UK businesses face tough times as government policies hit profits

Major companies are scaling-down operations across Britain due to new government rules and rising costs. From car-makers to airlines business leaders warn about survival chances in current economic climate

Business, Economics • November 30 2024 , 09:34 AM  •  1657 views
Tax experts suggest Dubai move could save millions for UK pensioners

Tax experts suggest Dubai move could save millions for UK pensioners

UK pension holders might dodge new inheritance tax rules by relocating to Dubai where zero-percent income tax applies Financial experts show how this move could save families millions in death duties.

Business, Economics • November 30 2024 , 09:31 AM  •  1543 views
UK housing market shows cracks as prices hit record-high vs salaries

UK housing market shows cracks as prices hit record-high vs salaries

British house prices reached unaffordable levels compared to average incomes making it hard for most people to buy homes. Current mortgage rates and economic factors point to market cooling-down

Society, Economics • November 30 2024 , 07:21 AM  •  1690 views
Trump's energy plans worry UK as prices keep hitting wallets hard

Trump's energy plans worry UK as prices keep hitting wallets hard

Next US president prepares massive energy production boost while British costs stay sky-high. UK faces tough choices as Trumpʼs team aims for 3 million daily oil barrels with no climate-change worries

Economics, Politics • November 30 2024 , 06:56 AM  •  1252 views
Think tank finds flaws in UK government's clean power cost predictions

Think tank finds flaws in UK government's clean power cost predictions

New analysis questions governments claims about future electricity prices under green energy plan. Centre for Policy Studies suggests different gas price forecasts could make clean power more costly than expected

Economics, Politics • November 30 2024 , 05:05 AM  •  1498 views
Harry Potter star must pay huge tax bill after losing unique legal battle

Harry Potter star must pay huge tax bill after losing unique legal battle

Famous actor **Rupert Grint** faces a £1. 8 million tax payment after losing appeal against tax authority. The case involves special tax rules dating back to Beatles-era arrangements

Business, Economics • November 30 2024 , 12:26 AM  •  577 views
Quiet UK town becomes unexpected center of multi-billion offshore property deals

Quiet UK town becomes unexpected center of multi-billion offshore property deals

British tax havens channel £6bn into UK real-estate market through hidden companies. Peaceful town of Wokingham shows up as top-5 destination for mysterious property purchases from offshore zones

Economics, Politics • November 29 2024 , 07:00 PM  •  738 views
Expert reveals truth behind mysterious Luton car factory shutdown

Expert reveals truth behind mysterious Luton car factory shutdown

British car-making faces shake-up as Stellantis closes its Luton facility. Industry insider points to company-wide problems rather than government rules as real cause for shut-down

Business, Economics, Politics • November 29 2024 , 05:06 PM  •  776 views
Real EV owners share what its like to live with electric cars in 2024

Real EV owners share what its like to live with electric cars in 2024

Two UK car owners tell different stories about their electric vehicle experience. While one faced charging troubles and sold his car‚ another enjoys eco-friendly rides despite some limitations

Society, Business, Economics • November 29 2024 , 02:07 PM  •  932 views
Pension provider's u-turn helps disabled sister receive brother's life-long savings

Pension provider's u-turn helps disabled sister receive brother's life-long savings

A brother arranged lower pension payments to secure his disabled sisters future but the provider initially refused to pay. After investigation the company admitted its mistake and started payments to her care home

Society, Business, Economics • November 29 2024 , 12:08 PM  •  659 views
Tax rules make doctors say no to extra hospital work, putting care at risk

Tax rules make doctors say no to extra hospital work, putting care at risk

NHS doctors avoid taking extra shifts because of complex tax rules that could leave them with surprise bills. Medical union points out this problem affects hospital waiting times and patient care

Economics, Politics • November 29 2024 , 11:22 AM  •  651 views
Smart meters cause billing chaos for UK energy customers

Smart meters cause billing chaos for UK energy customers

Nearly half of energy-bill complaints now link to smart meter problems. Governmentʼs multi-billion pound program faces major setbacks as millions of devices stop working properly

Society, Economics • November 29 2024 , 10:42 AM  •  635 views
Nordic nations make surprise move back to cash as cyber risks grow

Nordic nations make surprise move back to cash as cyber risks grow

Swedish government hands out emergency leaflets telling citizens to keep cash ready for crisis situations. Other Nordic countries follow suit while moving away from their almost-cashless economies

Society, Economics • November 29 2024 , 10:39 AM  •  626 views
Hidden mortgage time-bomb that could destroy Labour's new voters

Hidden mortgage time-bomb that could destroy Labour's new voters

Labourʼs recent victory brings unexpected challenges for new homeowners. Changes in stamp duty and rising mortgage rates might turn voters away from **Keir Starmerʼs** government

Economics, Politics • November 29 2024 , 06:03 AM  •  892 views
Small-cap market review: Two companies showing different paths in tough times

Small-cap market review: Two companies showing different paths in tough times

Market analysis shows mixed results for small-cap stocks in recent economic conditions. While some companies manage to stay strong others face hard times - hereʼs what you need to know about two interesting cases

Business, Economics • November 29 2024 , 05:06 AM  •  970 views
Reform UK reveals shocking plan that could change Scottish politics forever

Reform UK reveals shocking plan that could change Scottish politics forever

Reform UK aims to become a key player in Scottish Parliament after next election‚ with polls showing unexpected growth. Party leaders plan to support Labour over SNP if they gain enough seats

Economics, Politics • November 28 2024 , 09:06 PM  •  484 views