Energy Bills Rise 4% in October: 12 Ways to Save £670
Ofgem's price cap rises to £1,723 from October 1. Discover 12 expert-approved ways to save up to £670 a year on energy bills before the hike.
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London Team Marathon 2027: Four-Runner Relay Event Announced
London’s first Team Marathon will take place on May 22, 2027, in Hackney Wick. Teams of four will run 26.2 miles together, with pre-sale tickets available from August 26 at £26.20 per person.
Ariana Grande Eternal Sunshine merch 2026: London buying guide
Ariana Grande's 10-night O2 residency is underway. Find official Eternal Sunshine merch at a London pop-up (book ahead) or venue stalls, with prices from £15.
Kent man's £7,000 water bill after meter spike
Mick Foy of Ditton, Kent, got a £7,000 water bill after his meter recorded 54,000 litres a day—enough for 300 baths. South East Water froze the bill.
Woolwich Sunday parking restrictions face 168 objections
Greenwich Council's Woolwich Sustainable Streets plan, adding Sunday CPZ enforcement, drew 168 objections and a 300-signature temple petition; implementation is slated for summer/autumn 2026.
London Forecast: Rain and Thunder Before Bank Holiday Sunshine
London faces four days of potential rain and thunder from August 25-28, but the Bank Holiday weekend (August 29-31) is expected to be sunny with highs around 23°C, according to BBC Weather.
UK train fares could rise 4.2% next year, RPI data suggests
Regulated train fares in England may increase by 4.2% in 2027, based on RPI inflation of 3.2% and last year's formula, adding £219 to a Brighton-London season ticket.
Beachfront sauna approved despite sea washing fears
Sea Scrub Sauna approved at Walmer beach despite councillor's concern about sweaty users washing in the sea affecting water quality. Councillors voted 8-1 in favour.
Free all-day bus travel for disabled in England from 2027
Disabled people in England will get free all-day bus travel from 1 April 2027, as PM Andy Burnham removes time restrictions on concessionary passes.
Woman who 'died' outside supermarket still got parking fine
A 54-year-old woman who was technically dead after collapsing outside a New Zealand supermarket still received an $80 parking fine, later reduced to $30.
Water firms explore drought 'surge pricing'
Ofwat proposes allowing water companies to raise bills during droughts, a move likened to surge pricing, to cut consumption and fund infrastructure.
Ilford Car Park Becomes Graveyard for London's Black Cabs
A car park in Ilford now holds decommissioned black cabs, casualties of ULEZ and post-pandemic demand. Many fail emissions standards.
Soho ice cream café gets licence despite suspension
Amorino in Soho has been granted a fresh licence after its previous one was suspended for unpaid fees, with reduced hours and conditions.
Dalston pub battles resident over late licence extension
The Black Eel, a Grade II listed pub in Dalston, faces opposition from a resident over plans to extend its opening hours to 1.30am on weekends, citing noise concerns.
Modern Warfare 4 beta includes campaign, Warzone, multiplayer
Activision's Modern Warfare 4 beta, from August 21, includes campaign, Warzone, and multiplayer for the first time, aiming to win back players after Black Ops 7's setbacks.
Doggy Style Named UK's Top Position for Fastest Orgasms
Doggy style is the UK's favorite sex position, with 47% preferring it. It triggers fastest orgasms for 21% of men and 14% of women, per Superdrug Online Doctor.
MSE warns of £11m Tesco Clubcard vouchers expiring
Over £11 million in Tesco Clubcard vouchers expire on August 31. MSE warns 500,000+ shoppers hold unused vouchers, with 95,000 having £200+.
Ryanair cabin bag: Pack underseat backpack to avoid fees
Ryanair allows one free underseat bag (40x20x25cm). Learn how to pack a backpack to fit, avoid fees, and travel light.
Ryanair and easyJet seat hack: extra inch mocked
Which? reveals a budget airline seat hack for an extra inch of legroom on Ryanair and easyJet, but travellers dismiss it as a waste of time.
EU 2027 rule: hand luggage included in flight fares
From 2027, EU flights must include cabin bag allowance in ticket price by default, ending hidden charges. British airlines face changes on EU-UK routes.
McDonald's Leicester Square to open 24/7 after approval
McDonald's Leicester Square, London's biggest branch, will open 24/7 after Westminster Council approved extended hours, despite police concerns over crime.
TfL kept strict bus mileage rules during 35C heatwave
TfL enforced strict bus mileage rules during 35C heatwaves, only relaxing them for four days, despite Mayor's pledge to protect drivers, internal emails reveal.
West London split over two-hour parking limits
Hammersmith and Fulham Council's parking consultations for Zones K and L near Ravenscourt Park propose extended hours and two-hour limits, dividing locals; feedback open until September 18.
Croydon Flyover closure risk if funding not agreed
TfL warns Croydon Flyover may close unless government funding for £25m refurbishment is agreed by autumn; decision expected soon.
Ryanair Cabin Bag: Best Underseat Backpacks
Find the best underseat backpacks for Ryanair flights on Amazon, ensuring compliance with 40x20x25cm size limits and avoiding extra fees.
Holafly eSIM Review: Cheaper Roaming for UK Travellers
Holafly's travel eSIMs offer UK travellers data in 200+ countries, cutting roaming charges by up to 90% compared to traditional operators.
Cabin Bags Under £7 on Amazon for Ryanair and easyJet
Cabin bags for Ryanair and easyJet have fallen to under £7 on Amazon, the lowest price in a year, as budget airlines enforce strict size rules.
Console prices to keep rising until 2029, Samsung warns
Samsung predicts AI demand will keep memory shortages tight through 2028, pushing console prices higher until at least 2029. Xbox Series S now costs £429.99.
Lidl Bakery Spin Returns: Free Treats for 1p Spend
Lidl's popular Bakery Spin promotion returns, offering members a free bakery item for any purchase of 1p or more, until August 19, 2026.
Sacked London bus driver shares tips on fare dodgers
Mark Hehir, sacked for fighting a thief, advises bus drivers not to confront fare dodgers, as TfL loses £165m annually to evasion, nearly offsetting £168m from fare hikes.
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