Money Moves

Sainsbury’s has issued a recall for two varieties of its own-brand hummus due to concerns that they may contain a harmful strain of E. coli. Customers who have purchased these products have been advised not to consume them. The specific items involved in the recall are 315g containers of JS Classic Houmous, with a use-by […]

Phil Bellamy learned after a year of driving his daughter to school in his electric vehicle (EV) that she experienced motion sickness during the trip. While he felt comfortable in the vehicle, his teenage daughters frequently felt ill whenever they got inside. Research indicates that some individuals who do not typically suffer from motion sickness

At the Goodwood Festival of Speed in Chichester, an auctioneer announced rising bids for a particular lot that began at £180,000. The atmosphere was tense as participants awaited the final bid for lot 56, which turned out to be a number plate, rather than a car. The auction has drawn attention because the UK record

In the Baltic Sea, the Swedish coastguard is monitoring a significant presence of what is referred to as Russia’s “shadow fleet,” comprised of aging tankers operating under various identities to transport oil from Russia to countries like China and India. On a live map displayed on the bridge of a patrol vessel, over a dozen

Recent discussions involving Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, captured by a hot mic, have raised questions about longevity research and its societal implications. The concept of extended lifespans has garnered attention since 2017, prompting some to explore potential future scenarios in literature, such as the speculative novel “Who Wants to Live Forever.” This book narrates

Newcastle Building Society has introduced a new mortgage product called the First Step mortgage, which allows first-time buyers to borrow up to 98% of the property’s value. Notably, applicants cannot receive deposit assistance from family members under this scheme. This initiative is aimed at individuals who have saved independently to enter the housing market. In

In the UK, wealthy families are reportedly accelerating the transfer of their assets, a response to impending changes to inheritance tax (IHT) regulations and potential new wealth tax discussions in Westminster. As the new tax year approaches, affluent parents are giving away parts of their wealth and businesses to their children earlier than previously planned.

Lauren Barford-Dowling, a mother of three from Luton, has expressed concerns about the rising costs associated with sending her children to school. She described expenses for uniforms, shoes, meals, and school trips as significant and challenging to manage. Barford-Dowling, who has children aged 10, six, and five, with another child on the way, noted that

Research conducted for The Guardian indicates that a significant portion of the workforce in the UK is reluctant to disclose their use of AI tools to their supervisors. Approximately one-third of workers do not communicate their AI usage to senior management, fearing it may lead to concerns about their competence. Only 13% of UK adults

Research from Policy in Practice indicates that seven million households in the UK are not taking advantage of approximately £24 billion in unclaimed benefits and social tariffs. The study highlights awareness, complexity, and stigma as significant barriers preventing people from claiming these entitlements. The analysis includes various types of benefits across England, Scotland, and Wales,