National Savings & Investments (NS&I) declared the August 2025 winners. Two lucky punters have bagged the 1 million jackpots in the Premium Bond August 2025 prize draw. A winner from Bedfordshire purchased their winning bond back in 2008 and holds a modest sum of 7,000 pounds in Premium Bonds. The Bond number is 148YD123622.However, the second winner of the August 2025 does not live in the UK, and the NS&I lists them as being based ‘overseas’. The second winner purchased their lucky bond back in 2013 and holds the amount of 50,000 worth of the bond. The Bond number is…
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Battlefield 6 has finally received an official release date. The game is scheduled to launch on October 10, 2025. This release is highly anticipated by fans worldwide. Electronic Arts and DICE have promised a major leap for the famous shooter series. Battlefield 6 will arrive on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The developers have emphasized their return to modern warfare, set in the year 2027. The game promises to blend classic elements with new features, attracting both longtime and new players. Ahead of the official launch, Battlefield 6 will hold two open beta weekends. The first open beta will take…
The mortgage market in the UK is constantly changing. Advisers and brokers are under pressure to keep up with new lender criteria, regulatory requirements, and rising client expectations. At the same time, firms are trying to remain efficient, competitive, and profitable. It’s no surprise that more mortgage professionals are looking at how technology can support the way they work.In recent years, software mortgage broker solutions have become increasingly important. These platforms are designed to simplify day-to-day operations, reduce time spent on admin, and help brokers stay organised and compliant. But this isn’t just about convenience, it’s becoming essential for running…
Aldi has announced a significant pay raise for its store assistants in the UK. From 1 September 2025, Aldi will pay a minimum wage of € 13.00 per hour nationwide. For workers in the M25 London area, the minimum hourly rate will be higher, at 14.33 euros. This move marks Aldi as the first UK supermarket to set such a high minimum pay bar for store assistants. Aldi’s increase comes as part of its ongoing commitment to “never be beaten on pay.” The new pay rates also exceed the Real Living Wage rate of 12.60 euros set by the Living Wage…
Thousands of people across the UK faced major phone service disruptions on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Vodafone, EE, and BT customers reported that they could not make or receive calls for several hours. The issue peaked around 2:00 pm BST, with outage tracking sites showing a sharp spike in complaints. Many users noticed problems beginning shortly after 11:00 am. Reports came from cities including London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Both mobile and landline connections were affected. Users quickly shared their frustration on social media. So many are saying any call attempt resulted in silence or error tones. For some, internet data…
There is a fresh wave of buzz around GTA 6, but it’s not about settings or characters. It is all about how smoothly the game runs on a new console. A new report claims that GTA 6 will achieve a solid 60 FPS, but only for one console. A new report claims that GTA 6 is targeting 60FPS. According to the rumour, GTA 6 will be only 60FPS on the PS5 Pro. The framerates for the base include PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, yet are not confirmed.The information has been revealed by the YouTuber Detective Seeds as the source. The YouTuber,…
Intense thundery downpours are expected to bring a chance of flash flooding to several parts of the UK on Friday night and into Saturday. A yellow weather warning has been announced for thunderstorms with heavy rain, likely to lead to disruption.In France, a region of low pressure is set to develop as cool air high in the atmosphere. This air is likely to push over very warm and moist air across the surface. This creates an unstable atmosphere, with air rising upward to form thunderstorms. The thunderstorms initially seem to develop in France before heading northwards across the United Kingdom.It…
The Sycamore Gap tree was a famous and beloved landmark in northern England. It stood beside Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland National Park. This sycamore was estimated to be about 150 to 200 years old. It gained fame as a scenic spot and was featured in the 1991 film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner.The tree grew in a small dip known as Sycamore Gap, near the village of Once Brewed. The location holds great historical significance, as Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built nearly 2,000 years ago by the Romans to mark the empire’s northern…
London Southend Airport will remain closed until further notice following an aircraft crash in what witnesses described as a “fireball”. London Southend Airport in Essex declared that it has suspended all its operations after the police said a small plane crash had happened at the airport on England’s south-east coast. The incident took place on Sunday before 16:00 BST.Southend Airport has declared that it will continue to update on its operations regarding any developments. Southend Airport advises travelers who are scheduled to travel on Monday to contact their airline.However, there is still no confirmation on the number of fatalities.Dutch company Zeusch…
Andrea McLean, the well-known star of ITV’s Loose Women, has announced she is leaving the UK to start a new life in Spain. This decision comes after a series of difficult personal and professional challenges over recent years. McLean, 55, was a familiar face on Loose Women for 13 years before stepping away from the show in 2020. Since then, she has faced tough times, including a serious health scare. She collapsed at home and was rushed to the hospital, where doctors diagnosed her with severe sepsis and pneumonia. They warned that if she had been found any later, she might not…