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Nationwide gives £175 free cash to 40,000 customers and offer is 'still running'
More than 40,000 customers have been paid Nationwide’s £175 switch bonus in the last three months, making it one of the best bank switch offers for 2026
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MPs urged to review HMRC Personal Allowance tax threshold for pensioners
MPs have been urged to re-examine plans to double the personal tax allowance for pensioners after more than 104,000 signed an official petition
LIVE updates as Elizabeth line hit by SEVERE delays in morning rush hour
The Elizabeth line is facing serious delays as commuters travel to work this morning. Live updates here.
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UK delivery company closes down after 14 years affecting Evri customers
Delivery company Parcel & Post ceased trading on January 26, which is now having an impact on Evri customers - see why.
Kylie Minogue launches 'special' new Barbie doll but it will set you back £70
Kylie Minogue has created another Barbie doll with Mattel, which sports her standout red outfit from the Padam Padam music video.
Date set for $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC by President Trump
A 10 billion dollar defamation lawsuit brought against the BBC by US President Donald Trump will go to trial in 2027, a Florida judge has ordered.
London Underground closures and changes you need to be aware of this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 13 to February 15) and don't be caught out.
'Prince of Darkness' casts a shadow over our democracy
Wimbledon MP Paul Kohler on the allegations that Peter Mandelson shared market-sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein.
Make do and mend is making a comeback among Brits
"It's surprising how quickly this mindset becomes addictive.
Gen Z begrudge online dating - but almost half don’t know how else to meet someone
Gen Z begrudge online dating - but almost half don’t know how else to meet someone.
'Heartbeat' of The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died aged 72, band confirms
'Heartbeat' of the The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died at the age of 72, the band has confirmed in a statement
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years – filled with nostalgia.
Person fighting for life after incident at Raynes Park station
A person is in a critical condition after an incident at Raynes Park station.
Aldi apologises and offers refund after 'traumatised' shopper found starfish in meal
Aldi apologised for the "unexpected guests she found", which they claim are common starfish and not harmful, and provided a full refund.
Tesco is making a major change to Clubcards this year affecting millions of customers
Tesco has confirmed it is making a major change to its Clubcard scheme this year, making it available for under-18s.
Recap - emergency incident causes MAJOR disruption on Clapham Junction line
An emergency services incident is causing "major disruption" between Clapham Junction and Barnes/Wimbledon.
Trams to and from East Croydon cancelled for two weeks
Several East Croydon trams are being cancelled and replaced by buses for the next two weeks.
Millions of adults have never gone wild swimming or watched a sunset
Millions of adults have never gone wild swimming, been winter camping or watched the sunset, according to research.
Number of ‘platonic’ Valentine’s cards sent has increased by a third in a year
The number of ‘platonic’ Valentine’s cards sent to friends and family has increased by nearly a third in a year.
Check your change as rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for £125 this week
After inspiring a mini bidding war between 24 bidders, the rare Royal Mint 50p coin sold for £125.08 on eBay this week