US Spends $11.3bn in First Week of Iran War

The US spent $11.3bn on the first week of its military assault on Iran, a sum that exceeds the annual budgets of key public health and science agencies like the EPA and National Cancer Institute.

Turn 8 Days Leave into 18 Days Off in May

A clever annual leave strategy using UK bank holidays can extend eight days of holiday into 18 consecutive days off work this May, perfect for planning getaways or relaxation.

BA Cancels Dubai Flights as Conflict Escalates

British Airways suspends all flights to Dubai until June following drone attacks, with Emirates offering rebooking options. The FCDO advises against non-essential travel to the UAE.

Seaside Sauna Shut Down Over Naked User Complaints

A Scandinavian-style sauna in Gower's Caswell Bay has been ordered to close after neighbours complained about naked and semi-naked patrons being visible from nearby homes. Swansea Council rejected retrospective planning permission on multiple grounds.

FCA Scraps Fixed £100 Contactless Limit for Banks

The Financial Conduct Authority has introduced new regulations allowing banks to set their own contactless payment limits from 19 March, replacing the fixed £100 cap with flexible, fraud-controlled options.

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