Britain a haven of calm for bond markets compared to US and France

As Labour implements its ‘growth’ agenda, Rachel Reeves will be guided by one overarching thought. As a former Bank of England economist, she knows more than most that the formidable power of the vigilant bond market – investors intent on intimidating errant governments for their own gain – must be her guiding light. If Liz … Read more

Video of brutal assault led police to Amazon delivery van thieves

Two thieves stole an Amazon van full of packages a week before Christmas, then videotaped themselves bragging, “That guy just took the whole Amazon van, you know.” Key evidence, brought forward as part of investigations into a brutal assault believed to have played a role in events leading up to the murder of innocent Elle … Read more

Video of brutal assault leads police to thieves

Jake Duffy and William Duggan were caught throwing packages from the back of an Amazon van in panic Jake Duffy, of Arley Close, Beechwood; and William Duggan, of Broadfield Avenue, Beechwood Two thieves stole an Amazon van full of packages a week before Christmas, then filmed themselves bragging: “That guy just took the whole Amazon … Read more

Outrage after German company acquires Cornish heritage brand

CornwallLive readers are in an uproar after news broke that a Cornish heritage brand has been sold to a German company. Trewithen Dairy, the famous maker of Cornish clotted cream, has been bought by Ehrmann, a prominent German dairy company. Trewithen Dairy on Greymare Farm in the Glynn Valley was founded by the Clarke family … Read more

‘Scary’ Crypto Crash Causes ‘Extreme Fear’ Panic After $2 Trillion Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana Price Drop

07/06 update below. This post was originally published on July 4 Bitcoin Bitcoin has fallen to $50,000 per bitcoin after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell warned of a “critical period.” Subscribe now to Forbes CryptoAsset & Blockchain Advisor and “discover blockbusters poised for gains of over 1,000%” after the earthquake that halved bitcoin! Bitcoin price … Read more

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LIFE CHANGING: £500,000 winner Mark and wife Billie pose with his winning cheques

An ecstatic engineer has a €500,000 prize after a memorable mistake and quadrupled his huge winnings. Mark made an unfortunate blunder with his ticket, which resulted in him receiving four fines for his postcode. The avid vinyl collector plans to expand his collection of over 4,000 records and is even prepared to extend his house … Read more

Why is my local Nationwide branch now closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays?

Our reader discovered that their local Nationwide branch would now be closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays

I am a Nationwide customer and recently visited the branch in my local high street. But it was Thursday and there was a poster saying it was now closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I know Nationwide makes a big fuss about keeping branches open, but is this how they do it – by reducing opening … Read more

England fans targeted in ATM fraud in Germany by fraud gangs

England fans in Dusseldorf are in immediate danger of becoming victims of a shocking ATM fraud that police say is taking place in the city. Compared to the UK, Germany is surprisingly behind on the digital front, and cash is still the norm. Although the use of plastic has increased enormously since corona, euro coins … Read more

Belfast welcomes first ‘voco’ refurbished hotel in Gasworks as company targets more NI locations

‘Premium’ property features 120 rooms and a restaurant, with owners eyeing further projects in Northern Ireland The former Radisson Blu in the gasworks is now called ‘voco’ and is owned by IHG Hotels and Resorts. This is the first voco location on the island of Ireland. Last year, the venue was acquired by Irish company … Read more

Labour’s driving law changes set to have big impact on Britons – Fuel duty, car insurance and more

Britons are bracing for a number of major legislative changes in the coming years, following Labour’s landslide victory in this week’s general election. Keir Starmer dominated the vote, winning 412 seats in a stunning election campaign that saw the Conservatives lose 250 seats and Rishi Sunak ousted as prime minister. With Labour set to take … Read more