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DWP Sets 11-Day Deadline for State Pensioners to Claim Missing £300 Winter Fuel Payment
State pensioners have an 11-day deadline to claim missing Winter Fuel Payments of up to £300. The DWP urges action before January 28, 2026. Learn eligibility and how to claim.
Business
UK Workers to Get £1,040 Pay Rise in Weeks as National Living Wage Jumps
Millions of UK workers will see a pay boost in April as the National Living Wage rises to £12.71. Find out how much extra you could earn and what experts say.
Culture
Vampires Rock: Gothic Valentine's Show Returns to Mansfield
Steve Steinman's cult rock musical 'Vampires Rock: Eternal Love' brings gothic romance to Mansfield Palace Theatre this Valentine's Day. Limited tickets remain for the 14 Feb show.
Politics
Millions of DWP claimants face payment delay despite April benefit rise
Millions on DWP benefits won't see their 2026 inflation-linked increase until May due to standard payment arrears. Find out how much more you'll get.
Sport
Health
Shirley Ballas has brain scan after scary fall at home
Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas reveals she had a 'scary' fall, hitting her head on glass furniture. Rushed to hospital for a brain scan, she was told she's 'very lucky'.
BMW driver rescued from roof after ignoring flood gauge
Firefighters rescued a stranded BMW driver from his car roof after he entered a flooded ford in Leicestershire. The service reiterates it is a rescue, not a recovery service. Read more.
Toddler dies after swallowing fridge magnets
A four-year-old boy tragically died from a bowel perforation after swallowing two small fridge magnets. His parents have spoken of their heartache. Read the full inquest details.
HeySmile Teeth Whitening Strips: 10-Shade Improvement
HeySmile Teeth Whitening Strips, priced at £19.99, are proven by research to whiten teeth by up to 10 shades. See the before and after results and shop the Amazon deal.
5-Minute Daily Exercise Cuts Death Risk by 10%
New research shows just five minutes of daily exercise can boost longevity. Discover five simple, equipment-free moves you can do anywhere to improve your health and live longer.