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2026 UK Finance Dates: Energy, Wages & Interest Rates

Your 2026 financial calendar: The energy price cap rises 0.2% in January, while the National Living Wage jumps 4.1% in April. Key dates for mortgages, bills, and Bank of England decisions revealed.

2026's Major Sporting Events Guide

Your complete guide to 2026's packed sporting calendar, from the Australian Open and a historic Women's Test at Lord's to the FIFA World Cup and Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Energy price cap to fall 8% in April, saving £138

Great Britain's energy price cap is predicted to drop to £1,620 in April, saving typical households £138 annually. The cut follows budget changes shifting costs to general taxation. Read the full analysis.

Annual energy bill to fall by £138 from April

Typical annual energy bills are forecast to fall by 8% to £1,620 in April after government budget changes shift policy costs to general taxation. Read the full analysis.

2026 Tarot Horoscope: Your Sign's Defining Card

Discover the tarot card that will define 2026 for your zodiac sign. Get a sneak peek into career, love, and purpose themes for the coming year. Read your 2026 horoscope now.

UK consumers reluctant to spend in 2026, KPMG finds

A new KPMG survey shows UK consumer confidence is being held back by economic worries, limiting spending on dining out and big purchases. Discover the key findings and what it means for the economy.

21 Home Hacks for Shared Households

From colour-coded towels to fridge organisers, discover expert tips to reduce clutter, cut costs, and live harmoniously with flatmates or family. Transform your shared space today.

29 Most Anticipated UK TV Shows Coming in 2026

Discover the 29 most hotly awaited TV shows coming to UK screens in 2026, including The Night Manager's return, new Game of Thrones tales, and binge-worthy thrillers. Plan your watchlist now.

10 Buzzing Debut Novels to Watch in 2026

Discover the most anticipated debut novels of 2026, featuring a Pulitzer finalist's first novel, a surreal prison tale, and a tradwife influencer sent to 1805. Pre-order these exciting new voices now.

UK Household Saving Ratio Falls to 9.5% in Q3

New ONS data shows the UK household saving ratio fell to 9.5% last quarter. Economists say caution remains as savings stay above pre-pandemic levels. Read the full analysis.

Community 'Warm Spaces' Rise as Energy Bills Soar

As energy bills hit record highs, community 'warm spaces' have surged across the UK. We visit one in Southwark where residents find warmth, food, and vital connection amidst the cost of living crisis.

Australian Gas Bills Soar 130% in 15 Years

Households in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra face the steepest gas price hikes, while a new government scheme aims to tackle soaring energy costs. Discover the causes and future outlook.

15 Expert Cleaning Hacks for Christmas

Discover 15 simple, expert-approved household tips to get your home sparkling clean before the festive season. From teabags to ketchup, learn the secrets of professional cleaners.

Six BBC funding options if licence fee is scrapped

As the government launches its green paper on BBC charter renewal, we examine the six potential funding models on the table, from subscriptions to a household levy, and rate their likelihood.

NFL Roundup: Bills' Thrilling Comeback, Steelers Win

Josh Allen leads the Buffalo Bills to a stunning fourth-quarter comeback against the Bengals. Plus, the Steelers notch a crucial win over the Ravens, and the Jaguars triumph as the Colts lose QB Daniel Jones to injury.

£28bn UK Grid Upgrade to Add £30 to Annual Bills

Ofgem greenlights a £28bn upgrade to Britain's gas and electricity networks. The investment, funded via bills, aims to boost grid capacity but will add around £30 per year to household costs by 2031.

Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms

Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.

UK Economy Grows in Q3 2025 on Data Centre Boom

The UK economy grew by 0.2% in Q3 2025, ending a technical recession. A surge in data centre investment and a rise in household spending drove the recovery. Read the full analysis.

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