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Does it cost more to run an electric blanket or fill a hot water bottle?

Does it cost more to run an electric blanket or fill a hot water bottle?

Does it cost more to run an electric blanket or fill a hot water bottle?

I'm 27, Got £120k in the Bank, and I'll Never Work a Regular Job Again

I'm 27, Got £120k in the Bank, and I'll Never Work a Regular Job Again

A 27-year-old named Maria has saved £120k and plans to soft-retire by 40. She began with £2,000 from her grandmother at 18, working multiple side..

Thousands of Parents Need to Get Their Act Together Before This August Deadline (Or Kiss Free..

Thousands of Parents Need to Get Their Act Together Before This August Deadline (Or Kiss Free..

Parents have just three weeks to secure their free childcare code before the August 31st deadline. Missing this deadline means forfeiting up to 30..

Another High Street Bloodbath: The Original Factory Shop Axes Three More Stores (And Yeah, I'm..

Another High Street Bloodbath: The Original Factory Shop Axes Three More Stores (And Yeah, I'm..

The Original Factory Shop is closing three more locations, adding to Britain's high street crisis. Caldicot in Wales was the first to announce..

49 Poundland Stores Are Actually Shutting Down Starting Today (Here's the Full List)

49 Poundland Stores Are Actually Shutting Down Starting Today (Here's the Full List)

Poundland is shutting down 49 stores starting today, following its sale to US investment firm Gordon Brothers for just £1. The new owners are..

The £13,700 New Parent Money Grab (And Why You're Probably Missing Half of It)

The £13,700 New Parent Money Grab (And Why You're Probably Missing Half of It)

New parents could be missing out on up to £13,700 in financial support. The Sure Start grant offers £500 for first babies if you're on qualifying..

Dad Invented the Freddo Bar – Now I Can't Even Look at One

Dad Invented the Freddo Bar – Now I Can't Even Look at One

A 74-year-old woman reveals her father, Harry Melbourne, invented the iconic Freddo chocolate bar when he was just 14 years old in Australia. Leonie ..

My Cupboard Saved Dessert (And My Sanity) Four Times This Week

My Cupboard Saved Dessert (And My Sanity) Four Times This Week

A mum's pantry fruit tins saved the day four times when dessert plans fell through. Her pineapple upside-down cake impressed the mother-in-law using ..

M&S Finally Gets Its Act Together After That Brutal April Hack

M&S Finally Gets Its Act Together After That Brutal April Hack

Marks & Spencer has finally restored its click and collect service after a devastating April cyber attack. The disruption began on April 19th when a ..

Another Mayfair Dream Bites the Dust

Another Mayfair Dream Bites the Dust

Another Mayfair restaurant closes its doors as Roy Ner's Jeru served its final meal on Wednesday after four years in business. The upscale..

Virgin Media Screwed Me Out of £574 When I Moved – Here's How I Finally Got It Back

Virgin Media Screwed Me Out of £574 When I Moved – Here's How I Finally Got It Back

Virgin Media customer battles to recover £574 after moving house. A loyal customer of 25 years was forced to cancel their broadband contract after..

That £10k raise nearly destroyed my finances - here's how I learned to outsmart lifestyle creep the ..

That £10k raise nearly destroyed my finances - here's how I learned to outsmart lifestyle creep the ..

A financial services worker saw her salary jump by £10,000 when moving from Cardiff to London, only to find herself broke within months. Victoria..

Your Benefits Are Coming Early This Month (And Why That Might Actually Screw You Over)

Your Benefits Are Coming Early This Month (And Why That Might Actually Screw You Over)

Bank holiday payment alert: August benefits arriving early on Friday 22nd. The DWP has confirmed all means-tested benefits including Universal..

Found the Deal of the Century: £30 Trampoline That'll Make Your Summer

Found the Deal of the Century: £30 Trampoline That'll Make Your Summer

A massive 10ft trampoline deal at Asda has sparked online frenzy, with some shoppers finding it for just £30 instead of the usual £149. The..

Time's Running Out: Don't Let HMRC Snatch Your Child Benefit Away

Time's Running Out: Don't Let HMRC Snatch Your Child Benefit Away

Parents face imminent Child Benefit cutoff for teens aged 16-19 in education. August 31st is the deadline to notify HMRC if your child remains in..

John Lewis Just Pulled a Fast One (And It's Actually Genius)

John Lewis Just Pulled a Fast One (And It's Actually Genius)

John Lewis has announced an £800million revamp of beauty halls across all 36 UK stores. The move comes days after the retailer cut credit card perks,..

Poundland's Fire Sale: 48 Stores Going Dark This Month (And I'm Not Even Mad About It)

Poundland's Fire Sale: 48 Stores Going Dark This Month (And I'm Not Even Mad About It)

Poundland is closing 48 stores across the UK this month, with clearance prices starting as low as 10p. Ten locations will shut tomorrow, including..

I Just Found 1kg of Broken Jaffa Cakes for Under a Fiver and My Life is Complete

I Just Found 1kg of Broken Jaffa Cakes for Under a Fiver and My Life is Complete

Home Bargains is selling 1kg boxes of broken Jaffa Cakes for just £4.49, causing a social media sensation. These aren't perfect specimens but..

River Island's Death Spiral: 33 Stores Down, 71 More on Life Support

River Island's Death Spiral: 33 Stores Down, 71 More on Life Support

River Island has secured court approval to close 33 stores across the UK. Prime locations including Edinburgh, Leeds, Oxford, Brighton and Perth are ..

How One Phone Call at 68 Saved Me From Financial Hell

How One Phone Call at 68 Saved Me From Financial Hell

At 68, Melanie found herself drowning in £13,000 of debt while earning just £23,500 at Hounslow Council. Her financial troubles began after..

How I Learned to Beat Those Ridiculous Airport Drop-Off Fees (The Hard Way)

How I Learned to Beat Those Ridiculous Airport Drop-Off Fees (The Hard Way)

Airport drop-off fees stung one traveller with a £7 charge at Manchester Airport for just three minutes. The experience prompted an investigation..

Pizza Express Just Dropped Bottomless Pizza and I'm Already Planning My Afternoon

Pizza Express Just Dropped Bottomless Pizza and I'm Already Planning My Afternoon

Pizza Express launches bottomless pizza for the first time ever at £17.50 per person. The Pizza O'Clock offer runs from August 11-29, between 2pm..

Harrods Just Axed Four Celebrity Chef Joints (Including That £37 Fish & Chips Disaster)

Harrods Just Axed Four Celebrity Chef Joints (Including That £37 Fish & Chips Disaster)

Harrods is shutting down four celebrity chef restaurants by September, including Tom Kerridge's controversial £37 fish and chips outlet. The..

Rachel Reeves Just Gave Banks Permission to Snoop on Your Savings (And Yes, You Should Be Worried)

Rachel Reeves Just Gave Banks Permission to Snoop on Your Savings (And Yes, You Should Be Worried)

Rachel Reeves has approved a new tax measure requiring banks to collect National Insurance numbers from all savings account holders by April 2027. ..

That £478 Pension Boost? Yeah, It's Coming... and Rachel Reeves Is Probably Having Nightmares

That £478 Pension Boost? Yeah, It's Coming... and Rachel Reeves Is Probably Having Nightmares

State pensions could surge by £478 next year due to the triple lock mechanism, as inflation hits 4%. The increase would push annual payments from..

Bio vs Non-Bio Detergent: The Real Deal (And Why I've Been Doing It Wrong)

Bio vs Non-Bio Detergent: The Real Deal (And Why I've Been Doing It Wrong)

Bio vs non-bio detergent: what's the real difference? Bio detergents contain enzymes that effectively break down tough stains at lower temperatures. ..

These Companies Are Actually Letting People Peace Out Early on Fridays (And I'm Jealous)

These Companies Are Actually Letting People Peace Out Early on Fridays (And I'm Jealous)

UK companies are embracing early Friday finishes during summer months, allowing employees to enjoy extended weekends. Fashion retailer ASOS permits..

Energy Companies Finally Getting Hit Where It Hurts: Your Wallet Gets £40 When They Mess Up

Energy Companies Finally Getting Hit Where It Hurts: Your Wallet Gets £40 When They Mess Up

Energy companies will soon face £40 penalties for smart meter failures, starting early 2026. Ofgem's new rules target installations taking longer..

That Holiday Could Cost You Big Time If You're Getting Carer's Allowance

That Holiday Could Cost You Big Time If You're Getting Carer's Allowance

Carers receiving the £83.30 weekly Carer's Allowance must report holidays abroad exceeding four weeks to the DWP. Failure to report can result in..

They Did WHAT to My Morning Coffee?

They Did WHAT to My Morning Coffee?

Nescafé customers are fuming after discovering their coffee jars have shrunk from 200g to 190g while prices remain at £7. This stealth reduction..

Someone Actually Wants £60,000 for This Sheffield Flat That's Basically a Corridor

Someone Actually Wants £60,000 for This Sheffield Flat That's Basically a Corridor

A Sheffield flat so narrow you can touch both walls simultaneously is on sale for £60,000. Dubbed Hallway Home, this 21-square-meter former..

I Just Found McVitie's Ice Cream at Iceland and My Freezer Will Never Be the Same

I Just Found McVitie's Ice Cream at Iceland and My Freezer Will Never Be the Same

McVitie's has transformed their iconic biscuits into ice cream, available at Iceland stores. Two flavours are turning heads: Hobnobs with oaty..

My Tesco Splurge List (Because We All Need Something Nice Right Now)

My Tesco Splurge List (Because We All Need Something Nice Right Now)

Tesco splurge items offer affordable luxury during tough times. Late-night shopping revealed budget-friendly skincare gems to win a £10 bet with..

Your Internet Provider Probably Sucks (And Here's the Data to Prove It)

Your Internet Provider Probably Sucks (And Here's the Data to Prove It)

Ofcom's latest complaint figures confirm what many broadband users already suspected about UK providers. TalkTalk leads broadband complaints with 13 ..

Your Money Just Got Way Safer (If You Use PayPal or Revolut)

Your Money Just Got Way Safer (If You Use PayPal or Revolut)

New rules from the Financial Conduct Authority will make your money safer when using payment apps like PayPal and Revolut. Currently, if these firms ..

Your Mortgage Just Got Cheaper (But Don't Pop the Champagne Yet)

Your Mortgage Just Got Cheaper (But Don't Pop the Champagne Yet)

The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4.25% to 4% in a closely contested decision requiring two votes. For homeowners, this means tracker..

I Just Found Out Which Supermarket Actually Saves You Money on Fuel (Spoiler: It's Not Who You..

I Just Found Out Which Supermarket Actually Saves You Money on Fuel (Spoiler: It's Not Who You..

Drivers are paying more at the pumps as fuel prices rise for the second consecutive month. Supermarket forecourts offer significant savings,..

Aldi Just Dropped That Window Cleaner Again - And I'm Still Mad I Paid £80 for Kärcher

Aldi Just Dropped That Window Cleaner Again - And I'm Still Mad I Paid £80 for Kärcher

Aldi has reintroduced their Ambiano Electric Window Cleaner for just £19.99. The budget retailer's window vacuum performs comparably to the Kärcher..

Another Dozen Poundland Stores Bite the Dust – Here's Where You'll Be Shopping Elsewhere Soon

Another Dozen Poundland Stores Bite the Dust – Here's Where You'll Be Shopping Elsewhere Soon

Another dozen Poundland stores will close on August 31, bringing total closures to 49 locations in one month. The latest casualties include stores..

My Local Tesco Just Made My Daughter's Uni Prep Way Cheaper (And I'm Not Mad About It)

My Local Tesco Just Made My Daughter's Uni Prep Way Cheaper (And I'm Not Mad About It)

A parent discovered Tesco's ClubCard deal on Slumberdown duvets, slashing prices from £20 to £8 for singles. The bargain was spotted in the Extreme..