Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the 5p fuel duty cut until September 2026, saving drivers £89 on average, but a staggered reversal begins in 2027, with £2.4bn cost and £26bn in new taxes including a mansion tax and EV mileage charge.
Actor Terry Crews revealed his decade-long pornography addiction nearly destroyed his 36-year marriage to Rebecca King. After cheating during a binge, he entered rehab and rebuilt their relationship — now a powerful story of recovery.
The DWP confirms a £10 Christmas Bonus for 2.3 million UK benefit recipients in December 2025, paid automatically to those on PIP, DLA, or Pension Credit during Dec 1–7. Despite false claims of £500, the amount remains frozen since 1996.
New research shows that continuing to work after the traditional retirement age can boost overall happiness, especially for men. Women see gains mainly when they hold high‑status, well‑paid jobs. The study links these patterns to long‑standing gender roles and personal identity. Economic need, health, and job quality also shape outcomes. Policymakers are urged to consider these nuances when designing retirement programs.
Well, hello there, my fellow Mall Rats! Let me tell ya, I've been pondering this question a lot recently: Are malls still as popular as they were in the good old days? Now, don't panic, but my research suggests they're not exactly the hip and happening places they once were. Sure, they're still a great spot to catch a glimpse of the latest fashion trends or to grab a pretzel as big as your head. But with the rise of online shopping, they're not quite the social hubs or retail meccas they once were. So while I'd love to say our beloved malls are still bursting at the seams, the truth is they're more like a once-popular band on their farewell tour. But hey, they've still got some great hits to enjoy!