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Friday, Dec 12

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Top TV chef’s Michelin-starred restaurant to close after 17 years as star pays tribute to ‘special place’

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A CELEBRITY chef has announced his flagship Michelin-starred restaurant is closing after 17 years. It marks the end of an era for one of the UK's most delicious dining destinations. A top TV chef is calling time on his Cornish seafood…

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I know the best own-brand supermarket buys it saves me £1,560 and my swaps are identical – I can’t tell the difference

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BROWSING the aisles of her local supermarket, Emma Turner avoids big name brands that fill her fellow shoppers baskets. The savvy shopper, 49, refuses to buy them and she says her commitment to finding the best own-brand products has saved…

Turn the heating off and stay warm this Christmas with 8p-an-hour gadget from B&Q perfect for working from home

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A B&Q buy can help keep you warm and toasty while working from home this winter. Cut down on your energy bills with this handy gadget that costs just 8p-an-hour to run. Whether you're settling in for a cosy night or braving the winter…

Deck your halls without damage this Christmas with this £3 IKEA buy

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CHRISTMAS lovers can transform their space into a festive wonderland without causing any damage for just £3. Social media has been flooded with decorating tricks in recent years, but the tension-rod garland hack is the one quietly stealing…

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UK on ‘recession watch’ as economy shrinks following Reeves’ brutal Budget turmoil – how it affect YOUR pocket

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BRITAIN is at risk of sliding into recession after the economy slumped by 0.1% in October. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to have shrunk by 0.1% in October.…

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How to land a crucial role during festive break as a mobile expert technician to help keep Britain moving

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IF you are driving home for Christmas, you could be among the 5,000 people who end up relying on breakdown specialists. As millions take to the roads to see family, the number of breakdown incidents spike, leading to a rise in call-outs to…

Thursday, Dec 11

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Hundreds of furious landlords are barring Keir Starmer & Labour MPs from their boozers in protest at Budget tax-grab

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HUNDREDS of furious landlords are barring PM Sir Keir Starmer and his Labour MPs from their boozers in protest at a sly Budget tax-grab. They fear they will have to call last orders on pubs in the wake of the punishing Budget. Scores have…

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Original painting for first Star Wars film poster sells for record 7-figure sum after producer of 1977 classic dies

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A STAR Wars fan has paid a record £2.9million for the original painting for the first film’s poster. The acrylic and airbrush work, used to promote 1977’s Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, was sold at auction yesterday by the family of…

Three ways to stay well or speed up recovery without splashing out as flu season hits

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FLU season has started early with cases rising around the country. Here are some ways you can stay well or speed up your recovery without hurting your bank balance . . .  GET JABBED: The flu vaccine will help protect you from becoming…

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House looks perfectly normal and quaint from the outside but is hiding a dark secret in the cellar

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A NORMAL looking house is on the market for £240,000 but there's a peculiar surprise awaiting potential buyers in the basement. A South Yorkshire property, complete with a garden, conservatory and well-lit attic, hides some bizarre secrets…

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I sorted all my Christmas presents with £140 worth of bargains from B&M – but only paid £10

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HANDING over a tenner to the B&M cashier, new mum Sara Benquerenca grinned to herself - she's just bagged up £140 worth of Christmas gifts. The 28-year-old Specialist Biomedical Scientist from Nottingham was on the hunt for ways to save…

Fast food giant planning to open 30 new UK restaurants a year despite a ‘challenging’ economic backdrop

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A FAST food giant is planning to open 30 new UK restaurants a year despite a "challenging" economic backdrop. The chain, which has 574 UK restaurants, said it would begin the roll-out from next year. Burger King UK plans to open 30 new…

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Workers want to leave the rat race aged 53 – thanks to lack of job satisfaction

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WORKERS are keen to escape the rat race at an average age of 53 due to inflexibility, horrible bosses and lack of job satisfaction. A study of 2,000 employed adults found 52 per cent would like to change careers – with burnout (25 per cent…

New tool to find homes where you don’t have to pay ANY energy bills for up to 10 years

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RIGHTMOVE is launching a new tool which will allow you to find homes where you don’t have to pay any energy bills for up to ten years. The property platform is teaming up with Octopus Energy to add a dedicated Zero Bills label for property…

Royal Mail issues major delivery day warning to 58 UK postcodes this Christmas – check the full list of affected

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ROYAL Mail has issued a major Christmas warning as delivery services across 58 UK postcodes face disruption in the run-up to the big day. The postal service revealed that a number of local delivery offices across the country are struggling…

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The councils using DRONES to spy on you so they can push up your taxes and land you with fines

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DRONES are being used by councils to spy on households to spot criminal activity and hand out fines... and even potentially push up taxes. Some 21 local authorities around the country are authorised by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to…

Ten last-minute stocking fillers under £5 for kids from Peppa Pig set to Lego figures

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CHRISTMAS is fast approaching, and you may be looking for some last-minute budget-friendly stocking fillers for your kids. Buying gifts can be expensive, but shopping around for some bargain stocking fillers can help ease the financial…

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The little-known 1p benefit rule leaving households owing DWP £1,000s – and how to avoid it

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WITH Christmas just two weeks away, many of us will be looking for ways to boost our pay packets to help cover the cost. But it’s important to remember that extra cash you earn could affect your benefit payments. Carer’s Allowance is a…

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From house cloaking to 5-second radiator check, how to save £597 with nine easy winter home checks

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AS THE nights draw in, many of us will be struggling to stay warm without turning the heating up. But there are free things you can do now to keep your home toasty and save money on your energy bills. Meanwhile, with bills set to inch up…

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Founders of popular UK café chain close upmarket restaurant for good after just two years

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THE founders of a popular UK cafe chain are closing their upmarket restaurant for good, after just two years. Saltine, the stylish all-day restaurant and bar opened in 2023 by Fink’s Café founders Mat Appleton and Jess Blackstone, will…

Easy bank account move that can get you more than 50% off family days out and holidays

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A MAJOR bank is giving families a chance to save over 50% off family days out and holidays. Santander said those opening a new savings or cash ISA account can get a free 12 month subscription to Kidspass. Customers can choose from a range…

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Iconic UK shopping centre loved in the 80s set to be demolished to create 39 new houses in £7million makeover

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AN ICONIC UK shopping centre loved in the 80s is set to be partly demolished to create 39 new houses in a £7million makeover. The part-demolition of Castle Mall, in Antrim, Co Antrim, has been approved as part of a multi-million pound…

All the Lidl bargains landing on shelves TODAY and Sunday – including perfect Christmas stocking filler for £5.99

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LIDL shoppers are in for a treat this weekend as a fresh wave of bargains hits shelves – from nostalgic kids’ gifts and festive plants to cracking stylers. The deals will be available in stores across the UK from today and includes a…

I know the best time to find yellow stickers in supermarkets in time for Christmas and New Year’s to get 75% off

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A SAVVY dad has shared the best time shoppers should hit the supermarket to score huge yellow sticker discounts ahead of Christmas. The big day is approaching fast and cash conscious shoppers will be looking for ways to save on their hefty…

Top 50 pubs for good grub revealed including Michelin-starred inn & favourite Guinness spot – is your local on the list?

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BRITAIN’S top 50 pubs for good grub have been revealed for 2026, with a Michelin-starred inn and a much-loved Guinness spot among those hoping to take this year’s top title. The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs list will be unveiled on…

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Major bank says simple 50-30-20 budget rule is key to NEVER running out of money

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A MAJOR bank has shared a simple saving rule with customers that can stop you from running out of money. Nationwide Building Society is encouraging people to try the '50-30-20 rule', which is a way of splitting up your income every month.…

Morrisons makes major change to 350 stores and shoppers will be delighted

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MORRISONS has made a major change to 350 stores and shoppers will be delighted with the convenience it provides. The new in-store service offers shoppers a “convenient, and time-saving way” to return parcels whilst doing their weekly shop.…

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Cheapest way to cook your Christmas dinner revealed and it could cut your bills by 30%

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WITH money tight, many households will be looking for ways to save costs when whipping up their Christmas dinner. New research by Uswitch has found the cost of cooking a festive feast has risen 7% compared with last year. It's around 20p…

Wednesday, Dec 10

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Four cheap and savvy tips to spruce up your home before welcoming guests at Christmas

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MANY of us will be gearing up to welcome guests into our home over Christmas. But getting your pad ready can feel stressful. There’s no need to splash cash on cleaners or fancy decor. Here are a few tricks to get things in order on the…

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Forget stocking fillers! The £50 Christmas gifts that will give your kids or grandchildren an £8,000 fortune

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PARENTS are being urged to ditch the plastic tat this Christmas - and gift their kids a massive fortune instead. New data reveals that swapping a single £50 toy for a smart investment today could leave your child with a staggering £8,000…