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Mortgage market `robust’ ahead of Bank of England interest-rate decision
The number of mortgage approvals in the UK was “broadly stable” last month, the Bank of England has said.There were 59,976 net approvals in June, down slightly from 60,134 in
Fuel prices remain a rip-off,competition watchdog declares
Competition among fuel retailers is “failing consumers” because drivers are still paying too much to fill up, according to regulators.In an update on its monitoring of the fuel market, the
Review: 2024 Lexus LBX – The Cutest Lexus Yet?
YouTube Link: I know it feels odd to say so, but is this not the cutest Lexus you’ve ever seen? The typical styling for the luxury Japanese marque ranges from
Nearly 50% of EV Owners Considering a Return to Petrol
Is the electric car revolution stalling? Nearly 50% of EV owners in the US and Australia are thinking of switching back to petrol cars. EVs have been seen as the
Dementia diagnoses in England at record high
Record numbers of people are being diagnosed with dementia in England, NHS figures show. Latest data shows a record 487,432 people in England in June had a diagnosis. While dementia diagnosis
Young people consume around two-thirds of daily calories from ultra-processed foods, according to new research
British adolescents consume around two-thirds of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs) that may increase the risk of poor health, according to new research. Young people from white or
Stephen Fry urges patients to help save lives with new prostate cancer research
Actor and broadcaster Stephen Fry is urging prostate cancer patients to sign up for a major new research initiative that could save lives. The NHS is joining forces with the
“Education always has value… it opens up your mind”
“Studying at the Open University helped me gain a valuable qualification that is respected by my employers and I achieved my dream job.” Ali, born and raised in Scotland,
Why are South Asian Brits not being represented in Paris 2024
Team GB is heading to Paris for the 2024 Olympics starting on 26th July and lasting until 11th August. The team holds 166 athletes from throughout the UK and Northern
Oldham coliseum theatre presents Khushi festival and other summer events
Oldham Coliseum Theatre continues its programme of theatre, performance and cultural activity, including the return of Khushi, the family friendly festival aimed at people from all backgrounds, which is taking
