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Australia's largest lender Commonwealth Bank warns of significant mortgage pain ahead as interest rates are predicted to climb, leaving homeowners facing financial strain.
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Bestselling author Nick Harkaway reveals in a candid interview how a forced encounter with Charles Dickens as a child nearly ended his reading journey forever, before a fantasy epic saved him.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Exclusive analysis reveals how National Savings & Investments' Premium Bonds are defying financial giants and complex markets, offering a compelling, accessible alternative for UK savers seeking security and the chance of tax-free wins.
In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
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Exclusive investigation into the UK's looming population collapse. Discover why birth rates are plummeting, the economic timebomb this creates, and what policymakers aren't telling you about our demographic future.
A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.
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Warsaw unveils a world-first 'express library' metro station, allowing commuters to borrow physical books for free using just their smartphones, blending urban transport with accessible culture.
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson shares the shocking publishing advice she received early in her career, defying limits to become a literary icon.
The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
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The final, devastating words of headteacher Ruth Perry have been disclosed during the inquest into her tragic death, revealing the immense pressure she faced following a critical Ofsted report.
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