Cost of raising a child in UK soars to £249,000
New research shows the cost of raising a child to 18 has surged to £249,000, with childcare and teen years being the most expensive. Discover the full breakdown and expert analysis.
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Diabetes Drug Trial for Aneurysms in UK
A major UK trial is investigating if metformin, a cheap diabetes medication, can stop the growth of deadly abdominal aortic aneurysms, offering new hope to thousands of patients.
Christmas Gift Return Rights: What You Need to Know
Understand your legal rights for returning faulty or unwanted Christmas gifts in the UK. Know the 30-day and 14-day rules, and when shops can refuse.
Asda hits out at Labour over 'killing confidence'
Asda's boss says a botched £1bn IT system transition set the business back six months, hitting availability and sales. He also warns the Budget has left consumers 'confused and concerned'.
Boy survives brain tumour after acid reflux misdiagnosis
Reggie Davison, 4, from West Yorkshire, beat a life-threatening medulloblastoma after initial symptoms were dismissed. Read his family's incredible story of survival and hope.
10 Major Product Recalls in December 2025
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued multiple product recalls in December 2025, affecting items from beauty products to home goods. Check the list to see if you own any affected items.
Barclays pledges £45bn UK lending boost over three years
Barclays announces a major £45 billion lending increase and £4.4bn UK investment over the next three years, aiming to mobilise economic growth and support customers.
Norwich man's 20.26-hour run for brain tumour research
Jack Syder-Mills from Norwich will run six consecutive half marathons starting New Year's Eve to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research, inspired by his sister's diagnosis. Support his challenge.
Teen's life with rare achromatopsia in shades of grey
Avi Krishnan, 13 from Pinner, sees the world in shades of grey due to achromatopsia. His family supports Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal to fund sight loss research and gene therapy trials.
York Households Pay £671 More for Energy
Analysis reveals York has the UK's priciest energy bills at £1,181 a year. Expert tips on cutting costs and improving home insulation this winter.
Shein bra leaves woman with burns and blisters
A woman from Durham claims a cheap Shein adhesive bra caused painful burns and scarring. Shein has removed the product and issued a refund. Read her full story.
Amazon Christmas Scam Warning Issued by Which?
Shoppers are warned of a fake Amazon 'free product' scam using QR codes. Learn how to spot the fraud, protect your details, and where to report it.
Father's Christmas appeal for brain tumour research
José Maria from Redhill honours son Chevy's memory by fundraising for the Brain Tumour Research Christmas Appeal. He aims to change the 1% funding statistic and find a cure.
Expert's Top 10 Tech Gadgets of 2025 Revealed
Consumer tech expert Gareth Butterfield unveils his favourite gadgets of 2025, from groundbreaking solar systems to surprise folding phones and AI-powered gear. Discover the year's top innovations.
Post-Brexit rules limit NI car sales from January 1
Major changes from January 1, 2026, will restrict the new car models available in Northern Ireland due to post-Brexit regulations. Find out how this impacts your next vehicle purchase.
Washing machine setting can 'halve' your energy bill
Consumer group Which? reveals how washing clothes at 20°C instead of 40°C can cut energy use by 62%, saving UK households up to £40 annually. Learn the simple switch to reduce costs.
UK inflation falls more than expected to 3.2%
UK inflation fell sharply to 3.2% in November, the lowest rate in eight months. The surprise drop, driven by food prices, makes a Bank of England interest rate cut highly likely. Read the full analysis.
Northallerton woman's tongue rebuilt with arm skin and tattoo
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, had half her tongue removed due to cancer. Rebuilt with arm skin, her forearm tattoo now sits inside her mouth. She backs Cancer Research UK's vital funding drive.
HMRC Tax Freeze to Cost Workers Thousands by 2031
The Autumn Budget's extended income tax threshold freeze until 2031 is a 'stealth tax' costing workers up to £4,420. Discover the generational split and financial impact.
Disaronno Recalled Over Glass Contamination Risk
Disaronno Originale liqueur is urgently recalled due to potential glass fragments in specific 700ml bottles. Check batch codes and return product. Safety alert issued by the FSA.
Birmingham mum's labour after toddler's cancer diagnosis
A Birmingham mother went into labour just hours after learning her two-year-old had leukaemia. Now four, Connie is set to ring the bell ending treatment after joining a pioneering clinical trial. Read her family's inspiring story.
Boy, 8, raises £2k for brain tumour research in Santa run
Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
Martin Lewis's vital warning on bank card payments
Money expert Martin Lewis urges UK consumers to choose Direct Debits over recurring card payments for stronger legal protection and easier cancellation. Learn the crucial difference.
Home insurers named for low claims acceptance rates
Consumer group Which? exposes three major home insurers accepting less than half of claims. Discover the firms named and what it means for your policy. Read the full report now.
Widower's Virgin Media account transfer nightmare
A grieving widower details his three-month struggle to transfer his late wife's Virgin Media account, facing repeated calls and paying double. Read his full story.
Seven UK jobs most at risk from AI in 2025
New CIPD research reveals the seven roles most likely to be replaced by AI next year. Discover which jobs are at risk and why a national upskilling drive is crucial.
35 Surnames Linked to Royal Bloodlines
Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?
How Quality Street decides which sweets to discontinue
A Nestlé brand manager reveals the consumer-driven process behind Quality Street's chocolate mix and why axing a sweet causes 'outrage'. Discover the years of planning behind new flavours.
Sports Direct Demands £2,076 From Shoppers Over Stolen Parcels
Sports Direct customers face court threats and demands for thousands after parcels were stolen from doorsteps. The retailer is using a crime agency to pursue refunded shoppers. Read the full investigation.
Santander's 10 urgent demands to UK government on fraud
Santander UK issues 10 urgent demands to the Labour government, calling for a consumer-first payments strategy as fraud prevention tops public priorities. Read the full report.
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