UK Convertible Sales Plummet as SUVs Dominate Market
Only 11 convertibles remain on sale from the UK's top 30 manufacturers, a 31% year-on-year drop, as car makers prioritize SUVs and electrification, according to CarGurus.
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Sunderland Eye Villa's Bogarde as Xhaka Replacement
Sunderland are targeting Aston Villa midfielder Lamare Bogarde amid uncertainty over Granit Xhaka's future, with Brighton also interested in the 22-year-old.
Lightweight Makeup for Hot Weather
Discover the new lightweight makeup products beauty fans are reaching for in hot weather, from tinted moisturisers to setting sprays.
Aston Villa Chase £25m La Liga Midfielder Ilaix Moriba
Aston Villa are reportedly targeting Celta Vigo midfielder Ilaix Moriba for £25m to strengthen their squad for Champions League football next season.
Marco Pierre White Birmingham closes: voucher advice
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse in Birmingham's The Cube closed suddenly. If you have vouchers, they may still be valid at other venues or can be transferred via the helpdesk.
Merry Hill and Designer Outlet Hiring: Top Brands Need Staff
Swarovski, Lacoste, Flying Tiger and Hobbs are hiring at Merry Hill and Designer Outlet West Midlands. Apply now for roles with staff discounts up to 65%.
Birmingham Youth Unemployment Crisis: Worst Areas Exposed
Analysis reveals Birmingham's top six parliamentary constituencies have the highest youth unemployment in the UK, with Erdington at 16% and Perry Barr at 15.3%.
Gtech Cordless Garden Tools: Mower and Trimmer Review
Gtech's cordless lawn mower and trimmer offer convenience and performance for garden maintenance. Our review covers features, battery life, and value.
Loophole to Avoid Rachel Reeves' 22% ISA Tax Revealed
A financial expert explains a legal way around the new 22% tax on cash interest in Stocks & Shares ISAs, using money market funds and ETFs after the Cash ISA cap cut to £12,000.
Gen Z Pay Bump: 12% Higher Than Millennials at Age 24
Gen Z workers born 1997-2012 earn 12% more at age 24 than millennials did, but the Resolution Foundation warns the pay rebound could be short-lived due to Middle East conflict and NEETs crisis.
Top 3 Most Reliable Family Cars in UK: Toyota Aygo Wins
AutoExpress names Toyota Aygo X as the most reliable family car in the UK with a 94.09% reliability score, beating Mazda CX-30 and Tesla Model 3.
£2,200 Child Trust Fund Windfall for 21-Year-Olds
HMRC is writing to 750,000 21-year-olds about unclaimed Child Trust Funds worth £2,200 on average, with a total of £1.6 billion unclaimed.
£750 Warning for Energy Customers
One in three UK energy customers are in debt or worried about falling behind, with median arrears of £750. Parents and disabled people are hardest hit as the price cap rises 13% in July.
Toyota Aygo X Tops UK Reliability Survey
The Toyota Aygo X has been crowned the UK's most reliable car, scoring 94.09% in the Auto Express Driver Power Survey, beating Mazda and Tesla.
Rachel Reeves Confirms Cash ISA Limit Cut to £12,000 in 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed major cash ISA rule changes from April 2027, slashing the tax-free limit from £20,000 to £12,000 and introducing a 22% charge on stocks and shares ISAs for under-65s.
Aldi Urges Fridge Storage for Potatoes to Cut Waste
Aldi partners with food waste expert Kate Hall to advise shoppers: store potatoes in the fridge to last three times longer and reduce the 4.4 million potatoes wasted daily in the UK.
Groupon Six-Piece Luggage Bundle Deal for UK Travelers
Groupon is offering a six-piece luggage bundle at a huge discount, with prices starting from £39.99, saving up to 95% off RRP for UK shoppers.
Reeves Confirms £410 Car Tax Rule for Post-2001 Cars
Drivers with cars made between 2001 and 2017 face tax charges from £20 to £790. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed 2026/27 rates, with Band J vehicles (186-200g/km) costing £410.
55% Off Fragrance Gift Sets at The Fragrance Shop
The Fragrance Shop slashes prices on aftershave and cologne gift sets by up to 55%, with brands like Paco Rabanne and Hugo Boss included.
Bowen tipped for Villa as transfer rumours swirl
Jarrod Bowen is tipped to join Aston Villa for £50m after West Ham's relegation, while Chelsea target Maxence Lacroix and Elliot Anderson's Man City move await World Cup.
Hutton: Emery Could Unlock More From Bowen at Villa
Former Aston Villa defender Alan Hutton believes Unai Emery could get even more out of Jarrod Bowen if the West Ham star moves to Villa Park this summer for around £50 million.
Lloyds Bank Recruits 300 for AI Roles, Launches Apprenticeship
Lloyds Banking Group is hiring nearly 300 agentic AI roles and offering a Level 6 AI Engineering apprenticeship, a UK bank first. Over 400,000 AI Academy courses have been taken since January.
Leapmotor B10: Electric SUV for £29,995
The Leapmotor B10 electric SUV starts at £29,995, offering a 261-mile range, fast charging, and a premium interior. It competes with Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6.
Upgraded Desk Fan to Powerful Standing Fan for Heatwave
A family upgraded from a decades-old desk fan to a powerful standing fan, finding it kept them cool through the heatwave. The new fan offers better airflow, quiet operation, and energy efficiency.
Lloyds Bank: Six in 10 Firms Take Urgent Action Amid Uncertainty
Lloyds Bank warns of 'uncertain' outlook as six in 10 businesses adjust strategy. Over 80% remain resilient, with half expecting growth despite rising costs and supply chain disruption.
Monthly car insurance costs 30% more, drivers warned
Insurers charge drivers nearly 30% extra for monthly car insurance payments compared to annual lump sums, according to Which? analysis, with nine brands imposing 29.9% APR.
Upgrade Your Bedroom with an Ottoman Storage Bed
Discover the benefits of an ottoman storage bed for your bedroom: space-saving design, stylish look, and easy lifting mechanism. Perfect for small spaces.
State Pensioners May Get £352 Boost After Starmer Quits
State pensioners could see a £352 rise under the triple lock retained by Sir Keir Starmer, who has resigned as Prime Minister. The policy is expected to continue under his successor.
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Birmingham Shuts Abruptly
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse at The Cube in Birmingham closed with immediate effect after 15 years, with customers citing extra charges for window seats as a reason for its downfall.
Gaijin Sushi Closes After Mice Fine
Gaijin Sushi, once a top-rated Birmingham restaurant, has closed weeks after being fined for mice activity and dirt. The restaurant says it is temporarily shut under new management.
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