The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, the lowest since 2023. Discover how this and falling inflation will affect your mortgage, savings, and cost of living in 2026. Plan your finances now.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Bestselling author Lee Child argues UK schools' focus on 'masterpieces' puts children off reading. He promotes prison literacy scheme to cut reoffending. Read his compelling case.
The Bank of England's latest rate cut to 3.75% is a boost for some borrowers but could hit savers. Find out if your mortgage will get cheaper and how savings rates are affected.
The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, its lowest since 2023. Discover what this means for mortgages, savings, and the UK economy.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, but a split on the Monetary Policy Committee suggests the easing cycle may be nearing its end. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England has cut its base rate to 3.75%, the lowest level since February 2023. This fourth cut of 2025 could boost mortgages but hit savers. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England has cut its base rate to 3.75%, the lowest since February 2023, offering relief to borrowers. Discover what this means for your mortgage and savings.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, delivering a boost to the UK economy. Discover the implications for growth and inflation.
The Bank of England is poised to cut interest rates after inflation fell to 3.2% in November, offering relief to homeowners. Find out the latest on borrowing costs.
The Bank of England has cut UK interest rates from 4% to 3.75% as inflation falls. This is the lowest level since January 2023. Read the full analysis.
Annual UK house price growth eased to 1.7% in October, with London seeing a 2.4% drop. Experts anticipate a Bank of England rate cut, potentially boosting mortgage offers. Read the full analysis.
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches The Pleasure List campaign, urging book recommendations to reverse the UK's falling literacy and leisure reading rates. Join the national mission.
As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
An advice columnist offers creative solutions for parents whose voracious young readers dismiss books based on cover art. Discover how to nurture a love of reading without making it a chore.
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting Australia's highest-achieving schools. Discover the key trends and what the data reveals about student progress and educational equity.
Homeowners in Australia face a prolonged period of high interest rates as ANZ abandons plans for cuts. The RBA holds the cash rate at 3.6% amid stubborn inflation. Read the full analysis.
Average UK mortgage rates have increased slightly, adding hundreds to monthly costs. We break down the impact on buyers and what experts predict for the rest of the year.
Comedian David Walliams opens up about his son's dyslexia and how it shapes his approach to writing children's books. He urges parents to make time for shared reading.
A sobering survey reveals 84% of American teenagers describe news media with negative words like 'biased' and 'fake'. Discover the causes and potential solutions for this crisis in news literacy.
MPs launch an urgent inquiry as children's reading for pleasure hits a 20-year low. Discover the causes and the committee's plan to reverse this alarming trend.
Queen Camilla and Geri Halliwell-Horner honoured global teen writing talent at the Commonwealth Essay Competition. Discover the inspiring winners and their journeys.
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals the five crucial money management skills, from debt to pensions, that every child needs to learn for a secure financial future. Master your finances today.
US foreclosure filings surge nearly 20% annually as higher mortgage rates and inflation strain homeowners. Explore the latest housing market data and economic concerns.
New research reveals social media beauty filters and online racism negatively impact Black adolescents' sleep and concentration. Learn how algorithmic bias affects mental wellbeing.
Andrew Bailey's suggestion that struggling homeowners should 'just absorb' higher mortgage payments sparks outrage as Nationwide reports significant payment increases for thousands.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism for allegedly prioritising climate change education over fundamental reading, writing and arithmetic skills in Labour's education reform plans.
New research reveals a worrying democracy deficit in UK schools, with students lacking meaningful political education. Discover why experts are calling for urgent reform to safeguard our democratic future.
New analysis reveals why increased testing fails to improve children's reading skills and identifies the evidence-based strategies that actually work in UK classrooms.
Nationwide and Lloyds Banking Group announce significant mortgage rate reductions following improved inflation data, providing relief for borrowers across Britain.