Chinese EVs Lead UK Leasing Market in 2025
Omoda E5 and Jaecoo E5 from Chinese manufacturer Chery topped Octopus EVs' popularity charts in 2025, though European brands are set to fight back with new models in 2026.
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Brewery's Trump Death Beer Offer Sparks Outrage and Sales
A Wisconsin brewery faces backlash for offering free beer the day Donald Trump dies, with critics condemning the promotion while sales reportedly spike amid media coverage.
11 Killed in South Africa Minibus-Truck Collision
A devastating collision between a minibus taxi and a truck near Durban has resulted in 11 fatalities, including a schoolchild. The crash occurred just over a week after a similar incident killed 14 schoolchildren.
IRS Tax Refund Timeline 2026: Expectations & Delays
The 2026 tax filing season is underway, with the IRS expecting 164 million returns. Learn about refund timelines, potential delays due to staffing issues, and how to track your payment.
Ford and GM Launch Auto Banks: Impact on Car Loans
Ford and General Motors receive conditional FDIC approval to operate their own banks, potentially reshaping auto financing amid rising vehicle prices and longer loan terms.
Starbucks Plans Hundreds of New US Stores and Seating Upgrades
Starbucks announces ambitious plans to open hundreds of new US stores and add thousands of seats, focusing on community cafes despite drive-thru trends.
Home Bargains 20p Bag Charge: Retailer's Explanation
Discount retailer Home Bargains has clarified its 20p reusable bag charge, positioning it as a cost-effective environmental measure while explaining separate mandatory 10p single-use bag fees across England.
Gold and Silver Surge as Investors Seek Safe Havens
The extraordinary rise in gold and silver investments reflects a re-pricing of trust in currencies and institutions, driven by geopolitical tensions and aggressive policies.
China Deal Cuts Scotch Whisky Tariffs, Says Starmer
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces a major trade agreement with China that will reduce Scotch whisky export tariffs from 10% to 5%, potentially worth £250 million to the UK economy over five years.
Petrol Prices Drop to Lowest Level Since Summer 2021
Average petrol prices in the UK have fallen to 131.91p per litre, the lowest since July 2021, with diesel also dropping. The RAC attributes this to global oil price declines.
IRS Tax Refund 2026: Dates, Delays & How to Check
The 2026 tax filing season is underway, with the IRS expecting 164 million returns. Learn about refund timelines, potential delays due to staffing cuts, and how to check your status.
London Stocks Mixed as Trump Slams Fed, FTSE 100 Edges Up
The FTSE 100 closed slightly higher while the FTSE 250 fell, as markets reacted to the US Federal Reserve holding rates and Donald Trump's sharp criticism of Chair Jerome Powell.
Florida Residents Outraged Over Trump No-Fly Zone Jet Noise
West Palm Beach locals report constant disruption as FAA's permanent airspace closure above Mar-a-Lago redirects flights over residential areas every 90 seconds.
M&S Valentine's Meal Deal 2026: Menu & Price
Marks and Spencer's Valentine's Day dine-in deal for 2026 offers a three-course meal with drink for £25. Launching 11-14 February, it includes starters, mains, desserts, and beverages.
Las Vegas Tourism Sees Sharpest Annual Decline Since Pandemic
New data reveals Las Vegas visitation plummeted 7.5% in 2025, marking the city's sharpest annual decline since the post-pandemic recovery period and ending years of steady growth.
Jenna Meek Joins Dragons' Den as Guest Dragon
Jenna Meek, co-founder and CEO of beauty brand REFY, joins Dragons' Den as a guest Dragon. The entrepreneur from Bishop Auckland shares her excitement and insights ahead of the BBC show's new series.
Millennials Fuel English Sparkling Wine Boom at Chapel Down
Kent-based Chapel Down credits a generational shift among millennials for a 19% sales rise to £19.4m, with retail sales up 38% as younger drinkers embrace lighter, crisper English sparkling wines.
Driverless Taxis Coming to London This Year
US firm Waymo plans to launch its autonomous taxi service in London by September, using advanced sensor technology and following regulatory changes.
Bear Poop Beer Launches for Super Bowl
Columbia Sportswear and Breakside Brewery launch Nature Calls beer infused with bear feces for Super Bowl tailgate, claiming it's safe and tastes great despite unusual ingredient.
Bodies Removed from Maine Private Jet Crash Wreckage
The remains of six victims killed in a private jet crash at Bangor International Airport have been extracted from the wreckage after four days, with formal identification now underway by authorities.
Five Bankers' Convictions Referred to Appeals Court
The Criminal Cases Review Commission has referred five former bankers' rate-rigging convictions to the Court of Appeal following landmark Supreme Court rulings.
easyJet's 2026 Travel Trends: Padel, Astronomy & Screen-Led Holidays
easyJet's Great British Holiday Audit reveals 2026 travel trends: dark sky tourism for solar eclipse viewing, padel holidays in Spain, and screen-led destinations from The White Lotus.
Multigenerational House Shares Surge in UK
New data reveals nearly 40% of UK flatmates live in multigenerational house shares with age gaps of 20+ years. Share your experiences of living with diverse age groups.
Grubby's Plant-Based Ready Meals: A Review
A self-proclaimed bad cook reviews Grubby's frozen plant-based ready meals, testing flavour, nutrition, and value over a week to see if they're worth the premium price.
Africa's Road Safety Crisis: Fatalities Soar
Africa holds the world's worst road safety record, with over 300,000 annual deaths despite having only 3% of global vehicles. Pedestrians face disproportionate risks.
250th Banking Hub Announced as Santander Confirms Closures
Cash access body Link has recommended four new banking hubs, bringing its total recommendations to 250, as Santander confirms plans to close 44 branches across the UK.
Blyss WDH-316DB 16L Dehumidifier: Best Mid-Size Model
Rachael's review highlights the Blyss WDH-316DB 16L dehumidifier as the best mid-size model for tackling damp, featuring a laundry drying function and easy controls.
Sacked Worker Denies Anti-Trans Claims at Tribunal
David Toshack, dismissed from GEOAmey, faces questioning over social media posts and pronoun refusal in Edinburgh employment tribunal hearing.
Altria Earnings Flat Amid Cigarette Slump, Pouch Rivalry
Tobacco giant Altria reported disappointing quarterly earnings, missing Wall Street forecasts due to falling cigarette sales and stiff competition in the flavoured nicotine pouch market.
Tesla Ditches EVs for AI After Profit Decline
Elon Musk announces Tesla will pivot from electric vehicle production to AI and robotics projects following a 61% profit drop in late 2025, with $2 billion invested in xAI.
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