#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Police arrested a 13-year-old boy after four people were injured in a series of hit-and-runs on the same day. Over the course of around four hours in east Lincolnshire, three cyclists and an elderly man were reportedly struck by a vehicle, which some described as a Range Rover. A male cyclist was seriously injured after being knocked off his bike by a vehicle that failed to stop in the first incident on Friday, September 26. He was rushed to hospital following the collision on Priory Road in Boston, Lincolnshire, at 6.44am.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews An eight year old British lad, Harrison Mizen, tossed a message in a bottle into the North Sea and was astounded to receive a reply after it had journeyed 4,200 miles to the Caribbean. Harrison, who learned about this form of communication at school, enlisted the help of his mum Laura, 38, to place a note in an old glass rum bottle that "reminded him of pirates". The message read: "Hi, my name is Harrison I've got a little brother called max. We're from South Shields in England.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews A massive dinghy has shattered records after bringing 125 migrants across the Channel to Britain on a day that saw at least three people including a child lose their lives. The vessel arrived on UK shores on Saturday, carrying the highest number of illegal migrants ever to have made it to the country in a single boat from France, reports The Telegraph. The staggering figure of 125 migrants represents nearly double the average number of asylum seekers packed into small boats making the perilous journey. The news comes as a third migrant deported to France as Labour faces fury as '1000' cross Channel.

#news #uknews #politics #labour A boat carrying a staggering 125 migrants was detected crossing the Channel, smashing the previous record. The alarming discovery, which comes after smugglers vowed to ramp up their operations in the Channel, will concern the Home Office. Some 895 arrived on 12 boats on Saturday. Among them was a boat carrying 125 people. The previous record was 106. Channel smugglers have vowed to expand their networks and launch even bigger boats, with criminals believing they could send 2,000 people in dinghies every day. They also claimed the Home Office would have to deport 2,000 a week for it to be a deterrent.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to meet farmers "before this nation goes hungry" as hundreds took part in a protest outside Labour's conference. Farmers descended on Liverpool for the demonstration against the controversial inheritance tax raid as the party's annual gathering kicked off today. The Government has faced an ongoing backlash for restricting the 100% inheritance tax relief for farms to the first £1million of combined agricultural and business property in last year's Budget. Celebrity farmer Gareth Wyn Jones, 58, from North Wales, called on the Prime Minister to meet farmers to discuss the issue.

#news #finance #markets #crypto Those born after 1977 are being warned of a major Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) change in the qualifying criteria for claiming their first payment. The State Pension age is due to rise in the UK to age 67 from 2026, with the change being phased in over a period of two years. But the Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that a further age increase is planned that will affect anyone born after 1977. The State Pension age will rise once again between 2044 and 2046 to age 68, meaning younger generations face an even longer wait until they reach retirement age and can start claiming their pension.

#news #money #invest The autumn Budget is less than two months away and Rachel Reeves has boxed herself into a corner. Labour MPs won’t let her slash spending, bond markets won’t let her borrow more, and she won’t abandon her “iron-clad” fiscal rules. That leaves only one option, to hike our taxes again. Worse, the Office for Budget Responsibility is expected to downgrade growth and productivity forecasts, slashing her room for manoeuvre still further. Economists warn Reeves may need to raise as much as £30billion on November 26, or even £40billion, the same as last year’s horror Budget.

#news #money #invest British state pensioners on the new state pension will receive a £562 annual boost next year as the state pension rate for 2026/27 was confirmed under triple lock terms. The triple lock ensures pension rises every year in line with whatever is highest out of inflation, wage growth, and 2.5%. Wages are up 4.7% and that is what will determine the latest increase. A 4.7% rise will push the annual rate up to £12,535 - an increase of £562. The payment boost will begin next April. Pension experts at Spencer Churchill Claims Advice said that's a "meaningful increase, especially for those relying heavily on it to cover everyday expenses." However, it will also push pensioners with additional income towards paying income tax for the first time because of frozen tax tresholds.

#news #money #invest Those born after 1977 are being warned of a major Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) change in the qualifying criteria for claiming their first payment. The State Pension age is due to rise in the UK to age 67 from 2026, with the change being phased in over a period of two years. But the Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that a further age increase is planned that will affect anyone born after 1977. The State Pension age will rise once again between 2044 and 2046 to age 68, meaning younger generations face an even longer wait until they reach retirement age and can start claiming their pension.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews More drones have been observed above Danish military sites overnight, a day after NATO announced it would enhance its vigilance in the Baltic Sea region. The Danish defence ministry said in a statement it had “several capacities deployed” after drone sightings from Saturday into Sunday. It did not offer any further details about the specifics of the deployment, the number of drones, or locations. It is the latest unexplained drone activity after several sightings last week, including over five Danish airports, raising concerns about security in northern Europe amid suspected growing Russian aggression.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Sarah Ferguson will reportedly be set to "play the victim" over the latest Epstein email scandal after major snub by King Charles. The 76-year-old monarch is said to have banned Prince Andrew and Sarah, both 65, from joining the royals at Sandringham this Christmas. Although Sarah has been seen to survive many previous scandals, including debts and an affair, she has not been so lucky with the latest scandal involving the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Sarah has recently come under fire following new revelations about an email that she had sent to Epstein in 2011 - after his release from jail following child sex offences.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Town halls have been “paralysed” by Labour dumping its asylum accommodation nightmare on communities across the country, ministers have been warned. Sir Keir Starmer’s Government was accused of creating “confusion” and “chaos” by failing to give councils new planning guidance on whether permission is required to convert houses or hotels into asylum accommodation. The issue was brutally exposed in the legal battle over The Bell Hotel in Epping, with the hotel’s owners arguing they did not need consent to use the rooms to house Channel migrants.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Angela Rayner has been hailed as a "working-class hero" at Labour's conference – just weeks after quitting in a tax row. Steve Reed told the gathering in Liverpool that he took on his "dream job" as Housing Secretary "not under the circumstances" he would have wanted. He received a standing ovation and applause for his tribute to his predecessor Ms Rayner, who was also deputy prime minister. The Housing Secretary said: "When I picked up the phone to the Prime Minister three weeks ago, he offered me my dream job, but not under the circumstances I would have wanted.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Labour grandee John McDonnell has said former Chancellor George Osborne should be put on trial for “social crimes”. The former shadow chancellor issued the startling demand at a fringe panel at Labour conference, just two days after regaining the party’s whip in parliament. Mr McDonnell told the fringe event that he “wouldn’t mind trying George Osborne for the social crimes he committed” as he launched into a furious critique of the Tories’ welfare cuts in the 2010s. He added: “I know it sounds exaggerated, but these people need to be held to account.” The left-wing firebrand recounted a number of suicides by those who had their benefits cut during the austerity era, which Mr McDonnell alleged Mr Osborne knew about.

#news #finance #markets #crypto The autumn Budget is less than two months away and Rachel Reeves has boxed herself into a corner. Labour MPs won’t let her slash spending, bond markets won’t let her borrow more, and she won’t abandon her “iron-clad” fiscal rules. That leaves only one option, to hike our taxes again. Worse, the Office for Budget Responsibility is expected to downgrade growth and productivity forecasts, slashing her room for manoeuvre still further. Economists warn Reeves may need to raise as much as £30billion on November 26, or even £40billion, the same as last year’s horror Budget.

#news #finance #markets #crypto Monmouthshire Building Society is offering savers a “striking” 6% AER interest rate on its regular savings account. Savers can deposit up to £500 into the account each month within its 12-month term, meaning a maximum of £6,000 can be put away in total. Regular savings accounts typically require people to deposit a set amount each month and make minimal to no withdrawals. However, Monmouthshire’s account offers more flexible terms, as there are no restrictions on withdrawals. Rachel Springall, finance expert at Moneyfactscompare, told Express.co.uk: “Monmouthshire Building Society offers a regular savings account which would be suited to those looking to save decent sums every single month.

#news #finance #markets #crypto British state pensioners on the new state pension will receive a £562 annual boost next year as the state pension rate for 2026/27 was confirmed under triple lock terms. The triple lock ensures pension rises every year in line with whatever is highest out of inflation, wage growth, and 2.5%. Wages are up 4.7% and that is what will determine the latest increase. A 4.7% rise will push the annual rate up to £12,535 - an increase of £562. The payment boost will begin next April.

#news #money #invest A woman from Newcastle-under-Lyne has shared her delight after discovering a forgotten pension pot worth £17,000. Karen Wright, 55, a social work team manager, found the money through an app called Gretel after hearing about the service from financial journalist Martin Lewis. Gretel is a financial platform that helps people trace lost accounts. She told Express.co.uk: “I was watching Martin Lewis on TikTok one evening and I just thought, you know what, I’m just going to give it a go.” Ms Wright remembered that before beginning her career in social work, she had worked in the pottery banks after leaving school, paying into a Pearl Insurance pension.

#news #money #invest People claiming Universal Credit could risk losing part or all of their award depending on how much they earn. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) can deduct some of your or your partner's reward if either is working. While there are no limits to how many hours you can work while still claiming Universal Credit, your wages will have a significant effect. Consequently, if you stop work or if your wages decrease, you could see an increase in your Universal Credit payments. Meanwhile, various other sources of income could see you lose part or all of your Universal Credit claim.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews The Duke of Sussex made not secret of how much he enjoyed his return to the UK (Image: Getty) Prince Harry is happy in California, sources insist, but that won’t stop him from making frequent trips back home to the UK. He loved every minute of being back supporting the charities and patronages he spent years building a rapport with when he was a senior working earlier this month. The Duke’s four-day trip was about reconnecting with his home and making baby steps in repairing his fractured relationship with his father.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Former royal butler Grant Harrold has predicted when Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet might make a return to the UK. The young royals are currently being raised in Montecito, California, with Meghan previously revealing that Archie and Lilibet are enrolled at two different schools. Archie, six, and Lilibet, four, have spent very little time in Britain - although Archie did spend the first few months of his life at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor after he was born in London. Princess Lilibet, however, was born in California and has only visited the UK once in 2022 for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews King Charles has been crowned the "most adventurous" member of the Royal Family in the kitchen. The King is known to have a diverse palate and is keen on various cuisines. He is also known to be big on organic produce and will usually eat food from the royal residences. Now, according to one of his former chefs, the King was the person within the Royal Family who introduced them to other cuisines and brought new innovations into the menu. Former royal chef Darren McGrady, who spent 15 years cooking for the Royal Family, has opened up about the King's culinary preferences.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has accused Rachel Reeves of opening “a back door to free movement” over a potential migration deal with the EU. The Chancellor believes that Britain needs to sign an “ambitious” migration deal with the bloc that would allow young people from Europe to live and work in Britain. The move forms part of her plan to boost the economy and lessen the need for tax rises in the forthcoming budget. Reeves is under pressure to fill a £30 billion black hole in the nation’s finances and has called on the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) to include the benefits of the government’s Brexit reset in its upcoming forecast.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Labour ministers are "begging" Rachel Reeves to unleash more public funding to fulfil their manifesto commitments. The Chancellor is expected to announce tax rises in her upcoming Autumn Budget as the Government seeks to fill a £30 billion black hole. MPs have warned that "austerity-lite" politics could drive voters towards Reform UK. They are reportedly "frustrated and impatient" with Reeves' approach to borrowing while concern is also growing about the public reaction to further tax rises. It comes ahead of the annual Labour conference in Liverpool where Reform UK will likely dominate discussions while Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is expected to face a leadership challenge.

#news #finance #markets #crypto As the weather turns colder and energy usage increases, an expert has revealed the four simple changes that could make a difference to heating bills across the country. From October 1, the cost of gas and electricity is going up by around 2% for homes in Great Britain in line with the Ofgem energy price cap. It means that households who use both gas and electricity on a standard variable tariff and pay for their energy bill by Direct Debit will pay an average of £1,755 per year for their energy.

#news #money #invest As the weather turns colder and energy usage increases, an expert has revealed the four simple changes that could make a difference to heating bills across the country. From October 1, the cost of gas and electricity is going up by around 2% for homes in Great Britain in line with the Ofgem energy price cap. It means that households who use both gas and electricity on a standard variable tariff and pay for their energy bill by Direct Debit will pay an average of £1,755 per year for their energy.

#news #money #invest Most of the Chancellor's words fall apart on contact with reality. Like this classic, a favourite of mine: “I was an economist at the Bank of England for many years before I became an MP. I worked in financial services. I know how to run a successful economy.” We’ve since learned the truth about her shaky CV, and witnessed first-hand what she’s done to the economy. None of it has been successful, by any measure. Here’s another Reeves gem. Last December, after hiking taxes by £40billion in her maiden Budget, she assured us: “I’m really clear, I’m not coming back with more borrowing or more taxes....

#news #finance #markets #crypto Most of the Chancellor's words fall apart on contact with reality. Like this classic, a favourite of mine: “I was an economist at the Bank of England for many years before I became an MP. I worked in financial services. I know how to run a successful economy.” We’ve since learned the truth about her shaky CV, and witnessed first-hand what she’s done to the economy. None of it has been successful, by any measure. Here’s another Reeves gem. Last December, after hiking taxes by £40billion in her maiden Budget, she assured us: “I’m really clear, I’m not coming back with more borrowing or more taxes....

#news #finance #markets #crypto The TV licence fee, currently priced at £174.50 per annum, is a must-have for anyone tuning into channels like ITV, streaming live TV or using BBC iPlayer. However, there are some who can bag a discounted rate and even free TV Licences if they meet certain criteria. There are four specific groups who can nab heavily discounted rates or entirely free TV licences, as outlined by the Gov.uk website. If you don't fall into these categories but are finding the licence fee a bit of a stretch, you might be able to change your payment plan to lighten the load, with more details available on the TV Licensing agency website.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Mourners were left stunned when a man believed to be dead showed up to his own funeral and proclaimed "I’m alive!". The 22-year-old man, who had vanished during a multi-day drinking spree, had been declared dead after a body was discovered under a sugarcane truck in Alderetes, a city in northern Argentina. Initially, local police suspected the death was a suicide, but prosecutors classified the case as negligent homicide and requested an autopsy to determine the exact cause. His mother, who said she was unable to reach him for several days, feared the worst and identified the 22-year-old based on clothing and some physical traits.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Council tax in the UK will rise by £9.4 billion, Labour have confirmed. The rise, which represents a 26% increase by 2029, comes as ministers expect council tax rates to continue to rise at the maximum rate allowed. Earlier this year, the Government said that local authorities would see their spending power increased by 2.6% but refused to confirm how much of this would be generated by tax increases. A Freedom of Information request produced by the Conservatives shows that two-thirds of the increase to “spending power” comes from tax increases, which have already been hiked by 5% in some parts of the country.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Labour is descending into all-out civil war. The Deputy Leadership race is raging, the PM’s chief of staff is fighting for his political life, and Andy Burnham is angling for Starmer’s job. God only knows which mad Lefty faction will triumph in this fight to the death. But one thing we do know is that Burnham as Prime Minister would be a disaster for the country. As part of his shameless pitch for power in Number 10, Burnham has said Labour should “roll back the 1980s”.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Damning new polling reveals that Brits feel let down by Labour as Sir Keir Starmer fails to meet their expectations. The data shows that working-class voters feel the most betrayed by the Government just one year after winning the General Election, with three quarters of respondents believing Labour has not lived up to what it promised. Brits identified tackling the cost-of-living crisis as their number one priority, despite this being a key aim of the Prime Minister in his election campaign. Bringing down soaring migration figures is also a key concern among voters.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Council tax in the UK will rise by £9.4 billion, Labour have confirmed. The rise, which represents a 26% increase by 2029, comes as ministers expect council tax rates to continue to rise at the maximum rate allowed. Earlier this year, the Government said that local authorities would see their spending power increased by 2.6% but refused to confirm how much of this would be generated by tax increases. A Freedom of Information request produced by the Conservatives shows that two-thirds of the increase to “spending power” comes from tax increases, which have already been hiked by 5% in some parts of the country.

#news #money #invest The TV licence fee, currently priced at £174.50 per annum, is a must-have for anyone tuning into channels like ITV, streaming live TV or using BBC iPlayer. However, there are some who can bag a discounted rate and even free TV Licences if they meet certain criteria. There are four specific groups who can nab heavily discounted rates or entirely free TV licences, as outlined by the Gov.uk website. If you don't fall into these categories but are finding the licence fee a bit of a stretch, you might be able to change your payment plan to lighten the load, with more details available on the TV Licensing agency website.

#news #finance #markets #crypto Pension Credit offers a financial boost to those over the state pension age who are finding it tough to get by. However, a common misconception is that if you are working beyond the state pension age or have savings, you will not qualify. This misunderstanding could be stopping individuals from claiming over £3,900 in Pension Credit payments, which is the average amount claimed from this benefit. This benefit serves as a gateway to a range of other discounts, freebies, and support that aren't always monetary. Pension Credit consists of two components: Guarantee Credit and Savings Credit.

#news #finance #markets #crypto Motorists are overpaying at the pumps as retailers continue to pocket profits “far above historic levels”, according to the competition watchdog. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it is “deeply concerned” by evidence that companies are keeping pump prices higher than they should be, even after allowing for the rising cost of crude oil. Its latest monitoring report shows petrol rose by 1.9p a litre to 133.9p between the end of May and August, while diesel jumped 3.5p to 141.9p. Although part of the increase was linked to Brent crude hitting a near two-month high, the CMA said fuel margins - the difference between what retailers pay for fuel and the price charged to drivers - remain inflated.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews For the typical onlooker, existence within the White House might seem like a dream come true. Yet, there are darker stories to uncover about the private quarters of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, which have housed presidential families for decades. The public's polished perceptions of first spouses have frequently been shattered by insider accounts from the White House. Peculiar sleeping arrangements stand among the most telling details that expose the real nature of presidents and first ladies. Though seemingly minor, this has served as a crucial clue in understanding how numerous U.S.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Prince Harry has been inching toward a royal reconciliation, taking it one step at a time, and he seems to be watching his words to make sure he doesn’t overcommit, says one royal expert. Following his meeting with King Charles, Harry’s spokesperson released a statement saying the Duke hopes to be a part of the “functioning wider family again,” which could be interpreted in a number of ways. We reached out to Emma Fabiani, who runs a Meghan Markle fanpage on Instagram, to ask her about what to expect.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Benjamin Netanyahu issued a chilling warning while delivering his speech at the United Nations' General Assembly on Friday. In a move typical of his UNGA speeches, the Israeli Prime Minister held a map of what he called the "curse of Iran's terror axis." "This axis threatened the peace of the entire world, the stability of our region and the very existence of my country, Israel," he said, claiming that Israel "hammered" the Houthis — an Islamic political group from Yemen — destroyed "the bulk of the Hamas terror machine," and "crippled Hezbollah."

#news #uknews #politics #labour The Labour government’s plan to impose digital ID cards on all adults will do nothing to combat illegal immigration. But it will give the state more power to control the British people. Keir Starmer’s compulsory digital ID has been called a “Brit card”. It might be more accurate to call it an anti-British card. Our country has never been a “Your papers, please” surveillance society. What about our European neighbours, such as Germany and France, where there are ID cards and strict checks? It has made no difference at all to the immigration crisis there, and nor will it here.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Keir Starmer’s political gamble on ID cards appears to be unravelling amid a growing backlash. Some Labour MPs are already vowing to revolt against the controversial plan, which comes as Sir Keir struggles to stabilise his teetering premiership. Reform, the Tories, the Lib Dems and Greens all oppose the scheme. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister was forced to clear up confusion over whether the digital identification will be compulsory after a member of his top team suggested they weren’t. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy raised eyebrows by the ID card scheme “will not be mandatory for people to use it”.

#news #uknews #politics #labour Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out after the Mayor of London was accused by Donald Trump of trying to introduce sharia law in the capital. The Prime Minister dismissed the claims as “ridiculous nonsense” as he defended Sadiq Khan, who was called a “terrible mayor” by the US president in a speech to the United Nations. Sir Keir told BBC London on Thursday: "You saw from the state visit last week that there are plenty of things on which the President and I agree and we’re working together.

#news #money #invest Pension Credit offers a financial boost to those over the state pension age who are finding it tough to get by. However, a common misconception is that if you are working beyond the state pension age or have savings, you will not qualify. This misunderstanding could be stopping individuals from claiming over £3,900 in Pension Credit payments, which is the average amount claimed from this benefit. This benefit serves as a gateway to a range of other discounts, freebies, and support that aren't always monetary. Pension Credit consists of two components: Guarantee Credit and Savings Credit.

#news #money #invest Universal Credit payments are heavily influenced by a claimant's earnings in each assessment period, which covers the full month before their benefit payment is made. Due to the little-known surplus earnings rule, if a person’s income suddenly hits £2,500 or more in an assessment period they “will get no Universal Credit”. The Department for Work and Pensions confirmed: "You will not get any Universal Credit until your earnings, including the amount that's carried over, go under the limit and you become entitled to Universal Credit again. If your wages reduce enough for you to be eligible for Universal Credit within 5 months, your Universal Credit payment will be automatically restarted.

#news #finance #markets #crypto Energy provider OVO is offering free electric blankets as part of a new £56million winter support package to help households with bills. From October 1, customers will be able to apply for the package, which includes free energy-saving products such as heated throws, smart sockets, and home efficiency kits. The scheme, OVO’s largest ever for customers, also offers financial support ranging from reduced direct debits to emergency credit top-ups, alongside energy efficiency upgrades such as insulation and heat pumps for eligible households. David Buttress, CEO of OVO, said, “We’re providing support to those who need it most by working with our charity partners and committing to our largest-ever customer support package.”

#news #finance #markets #crypto HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is giving a bonus payment worth up to £1,200 to Universal Credit claimants. The payment comes as part of the Government’s Help to Save scheme which is a type of savings account that allows certain people on Universal Credit to get a bonus of 50p for every £1 they save over a period of four years. Savers can pay into their account as many times as they choose, but the most they can pay in each month is £50 and this would earn them a £25 bonus.

#news #finance #markets #crypto With Christmas just 12 weeks away, Atom Bank is encouraging Brits to consider short-term savings challenges to boost festive funds by hundreds of pounds. The bank has shared a few easy strategies that, if followed, could leave savers with as much as £780 before Christmas. Research from Atom showed that while nearly two in five people (39% have already tried a savings challenge, almost a third (30%) admit they could be better at saving. One in five have described themselves as “bad at it”. Aileen Robertson, head of savings at Atom Bank, said: “With Christmas just a few months away, now is the perfect time to take on a savings challenge to boost your festive fund.

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews Meghan's ex-friend Jessica Mulroney may be about to spill the beans on their friendship and her courtship with Harry in a multi-million-pound book deal. She’s currently denying it, but let’s hope Ms Mulroney sells every cough and spit of her relationship with the Duchess. It’s time Meghan knew what it’s like to be on the receiving end of someone else's bile with no way of fighting back. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ OK so here’s my version of the one-in, one-out scheme. Let’s deport Starmer and bring in – a donkey!

#news #breakingnews #uknews #usnews A beloved department store that disappeared more than two decades ago is back, with a twist. Rackhams opened in Birmingham back in all the way back in 1881 and was an iconic retail destination in the West Midlands city. It was bought by Harrods in the 1950s and later sold to House of Fraser. Under their ownership, the Rackhams brand name was used for several stores in the North of England and the Midlands in 1970s. House of Fraser dropped the brand name in 2000, with locations switched to their own trading name.