$100k Now Lower-Middle Class in 12 States
Earning $100,000 qualifies as lower-middle class in 12 US states due to high living costs, with economic anxiety rising ahead of 2026 midterms.
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World's Most Premium Train Stations Revealed
A new study reveals the world's most premium train stations, with Zurich Hauptbahnhof topping the list. Europe dominates, and London's Paddington and St Pancras make the cut.
UK Airline Ascend Airways Collapses as Jet Fuel Costs Soar
Ascend Airways has ceased operations, blaming the Iran conflict and soaring jet fuel prices. The UK aviation sector faces turmoil with experts warning more airlines could fail.
Trinny Woodall: Never Happy Despite £200m Beauty Success
Trinny Woodall, 62, refuses to 'disappear' with age, prioritizing health and wellness. She criticizes 'age gracefully' demands and reveals she's never satisfied despite her £200m beauty brand.
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Ashley Roberts Digs Out Pussycat Dolls Costumes for Tour
Ashley Roberts has retrieved her Pussycat Dolls costumes from storage ahead of the group's reunion world tour with Nicole Scherzinger and Kimberly Wyatt.
Account Switches Jump 43% Yearly in Q1 2026
Current account switching levels rose 43% annually in Q1 2026, with 319,529 switches recorded. Nationwide led net gains, followed by Barclays and Lloyds.
Renting Cheaper Than Buying After Mortgage Rate Surge
For the first time in 10 months, renting a home in Britain is cheaper than buying, as mortgage rates rise sharply due to Middle East conflict, Rightmove reports.
3M UK Households Skipping Meals Amid Cost of Living
Which? survey reveals three million UK households are skipping meals due to cost-of-living pressures, with consumer confidence at its lowest since 2022.
Raygun Starts Speaking Career After University Job Loss
Rachael Gunn, known as Raygun, launches a speaking career after voluntary redundancy from Macquarie University, sparking debate on education funding.
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3M UK Households Skip Meals Amid Cost of Living Crisis
Which? survey reveals 3 million UK households skip meals, 71% expect economy to worsen, as consumer confidence hits lowest since 2022.
Renting Cheaper Than Buying in UK After Iran War Mortgage Surge
For the first time since June last year, renting a home in Britain is cheaper than buying, as mortgage rates surge due to Middle East tensions, with average monthly rent at £1,547 versus mortgage payments of £1,670.
Reed Rejects Rent Freeze, Warns Controls Hike Prices
Housing Secretary Steve Reed rules out rent freeze, citing evidence from Scotland where controls led to higher rents and fewer homes. Chancellor Reeves considers freeze ahead of local elections.
3M UK households skipping meals as living costs soar
Which? tracker reveals 85% of UK adults worry about food prices, with 3 million households skipping meals. Consumer confidence hits lowest since 2022.
US Gas Prices Hit $4.23 Record High Since Iran War
US gas prices hit $4.23 per gallon, highest since Russia's Ukraine invasion, as Iran war disrupts oil shipping. Republicans face midterm risks.
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Meta Beats Revenue Expectations, Raises 2026 Spending Forecast
Meta Platforms reported strong Q1 earnings, beating estimates with revenue up 33% to $56.31B. The company raised its 2026 capex forecast to $125-$145B, citing higher component costs and AI infrastructure investments.
Iran Oil Shock: Aussie Inflation Hits 4.6%, May Rate Hike Looms
Annual inflation in Australia surged to 4.6% in March due to Iran oil shock. Former RBA official Luci Ellis predicts a May rate hike to 4.35%, with possible further rises.
Mother's Day Costs Surge 6% Amid Record Spending
Mother's Day spending hits record $38 billion as prices rise 6% for gifts and dining. Inflation and labor costs drive hikes in flowers, jewelry, and restaurant meals.
NCAA Expands March Madness to 76 Teams Amid Backlash
The NCAA is expanding the men's and women's basketball tournaments to 76 teams starting next year, despite overwhelming fan opposition. Critics call it a money grab that harms smaller schools.
Kenya Welcomes Marathon Record Breaker Sawe as Hero
Kenya gave a hero's welcome to Sabastian Sawe, the first marathoner to break the two-hour barrier, with a water cannon salute and traditional dancers.
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Crystal Palace Eye Frank Lampard as Glasner Replacement
Crystal Palace have Frank Lampard on their managerial shortlist after his Championship title win with Coventry, with a £5m compensation fee discussed.
Ex-Hawks Exec Sentenced for $3.7M Embezzlement
Former Atlanta Hawks finance executive Lester T. Jones Jr. was sentenced to 41 months in prison for embezzling $3.7 million via fake expenses and corporate card misuse.
Fed Holds Rates Steady for Third Straight Meeting
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged for the third consecutive meeting, as expected, following three cuts in late 2025. The decision comes amid heightened scrutiny and political drama surrounding the central bank.
Karen Hauer's First Job Since Strictly Come Dancing Revealed
Karen Hauer joins the revival of comedy theatre production Stepping Out as dance teacher Mavis, touring the UK this summer.
Salah Set for Anfield Return Before Leaving Liverpool
Mohamed Salah is expected to recover from a minor muscle injury and play for Liverpool again before leaving the club in summer, potentially featuring in the final match against Brentford.
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Rich Holiday Duo Fuming Over £9k Luxury Trip Cost
A mother and son living on £70 a week were left speechless after discovering the eye-watering £9,104 cost of a luxury holiday on Channel 5's Rich Holiday, Poor Holiday.
2 Million More Higher-Rate Taxpayers Since 2020
Nearly two million more Britons have been dragged into the higher-rate income tax band since 2020 due to frozen thresholds, reaching 5.76 million in 2023/24.
Netflix Sets 'The Whisper Man' Release with Adam Scott, De Niro
Netflix confirms August 28 release for crime thriller 'The Whisper Man', starring Adam Scott, Robert De Niro, and Michelle Monaghan, based on Alex North's novel.
Kobbie Mainoo Set to Sign New Five-Year Man United Deal
Kobbie Mainoo is poised to sign a new five-year contract with Manchester United, marking a remarkable turnaround under Michael Carrick after being sidelined by former coach Ruben Amorim.
Kiplimo: Sub-1:58 Marathon Possible, No Fear of Sawe
Jacob Kiplimo, third in London Marathon 2026, discusses the historic race, sub-2 hour breakthroughs, and believes a sub-1:58 marathon is now achievable.
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Colorado River States Fail to Reach Water Deal by Deadline
Seven US states relying on the shrinking Colorado River failed to meet a federal deadline for a new water-sharing agreement, risking federal intervention and potential Supreme Court battles.
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