Community
HGVs Face New £160 Fines in Wandsworth Council CCTV Crackdown
Wandsworth Council is enforcing weight-restricted roads with CCTV, issuing £160 fines to HGVs. 29 PCNs were issued in June 2026, with monitoring accelerating this summer.
Business
Barclays cuts mortgage rates by 0.66% offering potential £1,100 savings
Barclays reduces two-year fixed rate from 5.45% to 4.79% at 90% LTV, saving borrowers £1,100 over two years, but experts warn rates may rise again.
Culture
One-Minute Beauty Routine That Makes a Big Difference to Makeup
A one-minute beauty routine can dramatically improve your finished makeup look, according to experts. This quick step ensures a flawless finish and longer-lasting results.
Politics
BBC Morning Live warns UK tourists may face charges for free ESTA service
BBC Morning Live's Holly Hamilton warns UK tourists about third-party fees for ESTAs, which are free via official channels, highlighting Sherpa's admin charges.
Sport
Health
Ofgem Warns on Back Bills Amid Energy Costs
Ofgem warns households to check their rights on back bills as energy costs rise, with strict rules protecting customers from charges for usage over 12 months old.
Sir Chris Hoy: Terminal Cancer Diagnosis Brings Forward 'Deadline'
Sir Chris Hoy, diagnosed with terminal stage 4 prostate cancer, says his 'deadline's been brought forward' as he remains active despite the disease.
British Hikers Alive with Burns After Spanish Wildfire
Two British hikers were found alive with 40% burns after Spanish wildfires near Bedar. At least 12 died, including four Britons. Rescuers heard faint cries.
Morrisons and Kellogg's Free Summer Breakfast for All
Morrisons and Kellogg's bring back free Breakfast Clubs for families this summer, offering cereal and fruit to ease financial pressure on parents.
Woman's Six-Year Battle for Endometriosis Diagnosis
Radha Kandola, 22, endured six years of crippling pain before being diagnosed with endometriosis, after being repeatedly told she was healthy.
TV & Film Quiz: British Screen Classics
From EastEnders and Doctor Who to James Bond, Only Fools and Horses and Wallace and Gromit, test your knowledge of classic British television and cinema. Lights, camera, quiz!
