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Why I Bought £20 Worth of Chalk and My Kids Actually Put Down Their Phones

Why I Bought £20 Worth of Chalk and My Kids Actually Put Down Their Phones

Cheap chalk sparks screen-free summer revolution for desperate parent. Two children traded digital zombies for creative outdoor play after a..

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..

How I Found Out My Kid Could Get £16K+ in Benefits (And You Probably Can Too)

How I Found Out My Kid Could Get £16K+ in Benefits (And You Probably Can Too)

A parent discovered their child with ADHD and autism qualified for thousands in unclaimed benefits. Disability Living Allowance offers up to £187.45 ..

I Found Tesco's New KitKat Chunky and Lost My Mind (In the Best Way)

I Found Tesco's New KitKat Chunky and Lost My Mind (In the Best Way)

A chocolate enthusiast has discovered Tesco's new KitKat Chunky Salted Caramel Duo pack, priced at £1.50. The writer describes the treat as an..

The Bread Wars Just Got Messy: Primark's Parent Drops £75M on a Century-Old Bakery Empire

The Bread Wars Just Got Messy: Primark's Parent Drops £75M on a Century-Old Bakery Empire

Associated British Foods, Primark's parent company, is set to acquire Hovis for around £75 million. The deal would combine Britain's second and..

My Epic Tonic Water Taste Test (Spoiler: The Winner Costs Less Than a Coffee)

My Epic Tonic Water Taste Test (Spoiler: The Winner Costs Less Than a Coffee)

A journalist conducts an extensive tonic water taste test, discovering premium options aren't always worth the price. After months of making..

Don't Toss Those Ratty T-Shirts Yet (Your Wallet Will Thank Me Later)

Don't Toss Those Ratty T-Shirts Yet (Your Wallet Will Thank Me Later)

Don't toss those ratty t-shirts just yet - your wallet will thank you later. Old concert tees and workout shirts can find new life with simple..

Claire's Is Basically Dead (Again) - And This Time It Might Actually Stick

Claire's Is Basically Dead (Again) - And This Time It Might Actually Stick

Claire's has filed for bankruptcy again, burdened with a staggering £7 billion debt owed to up to 50,000 creditors. This marks their second..

Another One Bites the Dust: Eat the Bird Goes Down in Flames

Another One Bites the Dust: Eat the Bird Goes Down in Flames

Popular burger joint Eat the Bird has closed all three locations after failing to pay its meat supplier. The company, which started in Taunton in..

When Gala Bingo Turned My Monday Night Into a Nightmare

When Gala Bingo Turned My Monday Night Into a Nightmare

Thousands of Gala Bingo players experienced a rollercoaster of emotions when a technical glitch incorrectly credited accounts with massive winnings. ..

I Just Spent Three Hours Hunting Down Dunelm's Insane Summer Clearance (And Found Gold)

I Just Spent Three Hours Hunting Down Dunelm's Insane Summer Clearance (And Found Gold)

Dunelm's summer clearance sale has sparked a shopping frenzy with significant discounts across their range. A tip-off from a neighbour revealed..

Well, This is Awkward: TSB's About to Get Swallowed by Santander (And 5 Million People Are Along..

Well, This is Awkward: TSB's About to Get Swallowed by Santander (And 5 Million People Are Along..

Spanish banking giant Santander is set to acquire TSB in a £2.65 billion deal approved by shareholders. Five million TSB customers will likely see..

I Ate My Way Through Britain's Best Restaurants (And Here's What Actually Happened)

I Ate My Way Through Britain's Best Restaurants (And Here's What Actually Happened)

Muddy Stilettos has revealed their National Winners list of Britain's top restaurants for 2025. Caldesi in Campagna in Bray, Berkshire claimed the..

This £395k Irish Island Makes My London Rent Look Like Highway Robbery

This £395k Irish Island Makes My London Rent Look Like Highway Robbery

A private island in Northern Ireland is on sale for just £395,000, less than many London flats. Long Island in County Fermanagh offers 10 acres with ..

The Money Tricks They Don't Want You to Know About

The Money Tricks They Don't Want You to Know About

Millions of Britons are missing out on significant financial benefits due to lack of awareness. Council tax reductions for Universal Credit..

Claire's is Screwed Again (And So Are 280 UK Stores)

Claire's is Screwed Again (And So Are 280 UK Stores)

Claire's files for bankruptcy in the US for the second time, putting 281 UK stores at risk. The accessory retailer faces liabilities between $1-10..

That Sneaky Insurance Game (And How I Beat Them at It)

That Sneaky Insurance Game (And How I Beat Them at It)

That sneaky insurance game continues despite FCA regulations. Car insurance renewal quotes often hide better deals available to new customers. A..

Found a 1p Peppa Pig toy at Sainsbury's and now I'm questioning everything

Found a 1p Peppa Pig toy at Sainsbury's and now I'm questioning everything

A grandmother has discovered a Peppa Pig plush toy priced at just one penny in Sainsbury's. The bargain hunter shared her find on the Extreme..

I Spent My Weekend Testing Crisps Like a Proper Saddo (And You Won't Believe What Won)

I Spent My Weekend Testing Crisps Like a Proper Saddo (And You Won't Believe What Won)

A weekend taste test of salt and vinegar crisps has revealed surprising results. Which? gathered 72 crisp enthusiasts for blind testing of ten..

These Monster Trees Are Drowning My Garden and the Council Couldn't Care Less

These Monster Trees Are Drowning My Garden and the Council Couldn't Care Less

Kerri Miles of Dibden, Hampshire is furious after her garden flooded due to overgrown council trees. The massive trees next door have grown wild for ..

Free £150 Cash Boost: Bromley's Handing Out Money (And Your Council Might Be Too)

Free £150 Cash Boost: Bromley's Handing Out Money (And Your Council Might Be Too)

Bromley Council is offering £150 payments to struggling residents through energy cards, supermarket vouchers, or council tax reductions. The money..

Broke Parents, Listen Up: I Just Mapped Out Every Single Way to Feed Your Kids Without Selling a..

Broke Parents, Listen Up: I Just Mapped Out Every Single Way to Feed Your Kids Without Selling a..

Summer holidays bring constant hunger and financial strain for parents. One parent spent £180 on a simple lunch last year, prompting extensive..

Primark's Finally Getting an App (With Some Serious Strings Attached)

Primark's Finally Getting an App (With Some Serious Strings Attached)

Primark is finally launching a UK app within the next 18 months, following successful tests in Ireland and Italy. The app will allow customers to..

This App Just Changed My Weekly Shop Forever (And My Bank Account Thanks Me)

This App Just Changed My Weekly Shop Forever (And My Bank Account Thanks Me)

A new app is revolutionising how bargain hunters track supermarket discounts. Olio, originally a community sharing platform, now connects directly..

Lidl Just Crushed Aldi's 20-Month Winning Streak (And I'm Still Processing This)

Lidl Just Crushed Aldi's 20-Month Winning Streak (And I'm Still Processing This)

Lidl has ended Aldi's 20-month reign as the UK's cheapest supermarket, according to Which?'s July price comparison. The consumer champion found..

Here We Go Again: Another Tax Bombshell Coming for British Investors

Here We Go Again: Another Tax Bombshell Coming for British Investors

British investors face a potential triple-whammy of tax changes in the upcoming Budget. The Conservatives warn of plans to axe share tax breaks,..

My Face Is Melting (And So Is My Makeup) - Here's How I Fixed It

My Face Is Melting (And So Is My Makeup) - Here's How I Fixed It

My Face Is Melting: A Summer Makeup Survival Guide Summer heat turns makeup into a melting disaster, as one woman discovered after seeing her..

How the Car Finance Scandal Just Made Banks Stupidly Rich Overnight

How the Car Finance Scandal Just Made Banks Stupidly Rich Overnight

British banks saw shares soar after the Supreme Court ruling on the car finance scandal, sparing them from a potential £44billion hit. The landmark..

Found These PlayStation Controllers for 50p and Now I'm Questioning Everything

Found These PlayStation Controllers for 50p and Now I'm Questioning Everything

PlayStation controllers spotted at B&M for just 50p, down from £1. The Hyperkin CirKa PS4 Wireless Controller deal has shoppers rushing to stores..

My Savings Account Just Became a Tax Nightmare (And Yours Probably Did Too)

My Savings Account Just Became a Tax Nightmare (And Yours Probably Did Too)

Millions face unexpected tax bills on savings interest, with HMRC set to collect £6 billion this year. The number of people paying tax on savings..