Fox News senior strategic analyst Gen. Jack Keane (ret.) on efforts to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, Iran warning of a ‘strong’ response to any U.S. attack and China’s involvement in the Panama Canal ports sale. President Donald Trump is making the bottom-line case for free U.S. access …
Read More »Full list of people who can get Blue Badge disabled parking permit | Personal Finance | Finance
For those with disabilities that impact mobility, travelling can be a challenge. However, the Blue Badge scheme can significantly alleviate this issue. The Blue Badge is designed to aid individuals with disabilities or health conditions by allowing them to park closer to their destination. The badge allows the holder, or …
Read More »WASPI update as campaigners face ‘waiting game’ for judicial review | Personal Finance | Finance
WASPI campaigners (Women Against State Pension Inequality) are continuing to push for compensation as they now await a decision on their application for a judicial review. They hope the review will overturn the DWP’s decision at the end of last year, when ministers said there would be no compensation payouts …
Read More »Finance expert urgent Cash ISA warning savers threatened on two fronts | Personal Finance | Finance
Since 1999, millions of savers have relied on the Cash ISA to protect their hard-earned money from tax and stock market turmoil. Now, that sanctuary is under siege. Reports suggest that Reeves is plotting to slash the £20,000 annual ISA allowance to just £4,000 from April 2026. This would be …
Read More »Energy price cap forecast to drop by £166 in July – but you can save even more | Personal Finance | Finance
The energy price cap may fall by 9% for households in July, the latest predictions from industry analysts Cornwall Insight show. Following April’s price cap rise, the drop may offer some relief to customers after a period of rising energy costs. According to Cornwall Insight’s updated forecasts, the energy price …
Read More »Mortgage lender slashes interest across fixed rates with new deals from 3.92% | Personal Finance | Finance
A mortgage lender has slashed interest rates across its fixed products to offer deals starting from 3.92%. MPowered Mortgages says the reductions come in response to swap rates, which have been falling at a “rapid pace” since President Trump’s tariff announcements. Swap rates are the interest rates lenders pay to …
Read More »Plum raises interest on Cash ISA to 5.06% and earns ‘excellent’ rating | Personal Finance | Finance
Money app Plum has increased the interest on its easy access Cash ISA to 5.06%, earning an “excellent” Moneyfacts rating. The account takes an “attractive” position in its sector, and savers can launch it with a minimum deposit of £1. The 5.06% AER is paid on deposits of £100 and …
Read More »HMRC pensioner overpayment update, find out if your tax code means £3k refund | Personal Finance | Finance
HMRC is committed to improving how tax code information is used after thousands of pensioners ended up having their retirement funds subject to emergency tax when they were basic rate taxpayers. Currently, pension withdrawals are taxed using a temporary emergency code, which means thousands of retired savers end up paying 40% …
Read More »Best states for housing affordability and homebuilding
Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales provides analysis of housing affordability in the U.S during an appearance on ‘Mornings with Maria.’ Some states are faring better than others when it comes to housing affordability and homebuilding, according to a new report from Realtor.com. The online real estate marketplace bestowed letter grades on America’s …
Read More »Rachel Reeves embarrassing Britain on world stage – we’ll feel pain | Personal Finance | Finance
Since day one, Rachel Reeves has lurched from one mistake to another. Together with Keir Starmer, she decided to run down the economy to pin the blame on the Tories. In doing so, she wrecked sentiment and Britain’s fragile recovery. After slamming the Tory’s £22billion “black hole”, she’s created another …
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