Brits £16k from financial security as savings struggle
New analysis shows UK adults need £40k for a safety net but average just £24k in savings. Experts urge stronger financial habits to close the gap.
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London housing target needs Bakerloo extension, says City Hall
Deputy Mayor Tom Copley warns London cannot build 88,000 homes a year without the Bakerloo Line extension and West London Orbital rail line. Read why these unfunded projects are critical.
Battersea Bridge tower appeal heads to public inquiry
A developer is appealing Wandsworth Council's refusal of a 29-storey tower at Battersea Bridge. The public inquiry starts March 17, with Mick Jagger among objectors. Read the full story.
London funeral costs hit £9,000 in postcode lottery
New research reveals a stark postcode lottery for UK funeral costs, with Londoners paying over £9,000 for a burial. Discover the regional disparities and hidden fees.
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Harpenden named UK's most desirable place for 2026
The Hertfordshire market town of Harpenden tops a new desirability ranking. Discover why it's a winner for commuters and foodies, despite its hefty £923,597 average house price.
Salary needed to buy a house in every UK region
Exclusive data reveals the annual income required for a mortgage across the UK. Discover the most and least affordable regions as the housing gap widens.
Get cheaper broadband on benefits: A pensioner's guide
A reader asked how her 69-year-old sister on benefits can get online. We explain social tariffs, free data schemes, and local help available for affordable internet access in the UK.
One in Four HMOs in England Operating Illegally
A quarter of HMOs in England are illegal, creating squalid conditions and a public health emergency costing the NHS £1.4bn. Discover the grassroots fightback.
Probate nightmare as law firm shuts down, holding files hostage
A woman from Cornwall is trapped in a probate crisis after her solicitor ceased trading, locking her out of her late father's estate. The SRA has intervened, but warns others may face similar delays.
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Record £2.4m paid for giant bluefin tuna in Tokyo
Sushi chain boss Kiyoshi Kimura bids a staggering £2.4m for a 243kg bluefin tuna at Tokyo's Toyosu market. Discover the details behind this annual auction spectacle.
Japanese 'Tuna King' pays record £2.4m for bluefin
A 243kg bluefin tuna sold for a record £2.4m at Tokyo's Toyosu market. Sushi chain owner Kiyoshi Kimura broke his own 2019 record. Discover the story behind the colossal sale.
Japanese 'Tuna King' pays record £2.4m for tuna
A 243kg bluefin tuna sells for a record £2.4m at Tokyo's New Year auction. The 'Tuna King' Kiyoshi Kimura broke his own 2019 record. Read the full story.
Mickey Rourke faces eviction from LA home
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles rental property over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a dramatic physical transformation. Read the full story.
Record £2.4m tuna auctioned in Tokyo for New Year sushi
Sushi magnate Kiyoshi Kimura breaks auction record with £2.4m tuna purchase. The prized bluefin will be served at his restaurant chain. Discover the story behind this extravagant New Year tradition.
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Harpenden named UK's most desirable town in new study
New research reveals the Hertfordshire town of Harpenden is Britain's most desirable place to live, with average property prices over £950,000. Discover the top 20 list.
Harrow approves 63 flats on ex-Iceland site with no affordable homes
Harrow Council greenlights 63-flat development on a former Iceland store site, but expresses 'disappointment' as the project delivers no affordable housing. Read the full details.
9 Major Developments Transforming London in 2026
From new museums and gardens to hotels and music venues, discover the nine huge projects reshaping London's landscape this year. Get the full guide.
HSBC first major UK lender to cut mortgage rates in 2026
HSBC slashes mortgage rates, igniting a potential price war among UK lenders. Good news for 1.8 million homeowners refinancing in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Joint mortgage abuse left me trapped for five years
Sarah Matthews shares her harrowing story of coercive control and joint mortgage abuse, a five-year legal battle to reclaim her home, and the warning signs banks must spot.
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Salary needed to buy a house in every London borough
Exclusive data reveals the stark income required to purchase a home across London's boroughs in 2026, from £199,300 in Kensington to £59,600 in Barking.
Gentrification Debate Divides Diner Pair Over Community Impact
A psychotherapy trainee and a retired software engineer found common ground living abroad but clashed on gentrification, second homes, and mental health during a Guardian 'Dining Across the Divide' session. Discover their takeaways.
European Office Investment Rebounds in 2025
Central London saw a major rebound in high-value office deals in 2025, driven by investor confidence and a looming supply crunch. Discover the key figures and expert insights.
London's hottest postcodes for 2026 revealed
Property data reveals Leyton as London's most desirable postcode for 2026. Discover the rising neighbourhoods and what makes them so popular with homebuyers.
SE London's Middle Park named 6th most in-demand area
Discover why Middle Park in Greenwich is now London's 6th most sought-after neighbourhood. Homes sell in 51 days, driven by community spirit, green spaces, and family appeal.
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Sisters of Watts nurture LA community for a decade
Four sisters from Watts, Los Angeles, have spent ten years running a vital non-profit, tackling food poverty and social exclusion. Discover their inspiring community work.
UK's Over-60s Homelessness Rises 50% in Five Years
Charities warn of a sharp rise in older people facing homelessness due to high rents and a lack of social housing. Experts call for urgent government action to protect vulnerable pensioners.
Dexters Estate Agency Eyes £500m+ Sale
Oakley Capital explores a potential £500m+ sale of London's largest estate agency, Dexters, despite the looming 'mansion tax'. Get the full story on this major property market move.
Business sale funds £1m Brighton home purchase
Biro Florin, 37, purchased a £1,000,000 three-bed townhouse in Brighton with cash after selling his tech business. He shares his property journey and mortgage-free life.
Sport Law Disputes to Watch in 2026
From the politicised 2026 World Cup to the Premier League's financial revolution and the controversial Enhanced Games, we examine the top three legal battles set to define sport next year. Discover the key disputes.
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Stephanie Slater's eight-day coffin kidnapping ordeal
In 1992, estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped and held in a coffin for eight days. Her survival story and the hunt for killer Michael Sams.
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