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Poundland owners break silence and vow to protect 'as many jobs as possible'

Today

The discount retailer, whose thousands of staff have been left in the lurch as it waits to call in administrators, was bought by the US investment firm for less than £1 last November.

Tesla Roadster's gravity-defying unveiling stole headlines... but what about the road-legal EV hiding behind the stunt that you WILL be able to buy?

Today

Even without the ability to take flight, the 'standard' EV boasts some incredibly intriguing - road-legal - technology that could help usher in a new era of battery-powered sports cars.

O2 sent me a faulty iPhone and it still hasn't fixed or replaced it... I've been waiting 18 months: CRANE ON THE CASE

Today

This has been going on for 18 months. I've contacted O2 repeatedly but they say my model of phone is now out of stock and I need to sign a new, pricier contract.

Half of millennials banking on inheritance cash that might never arrive as retirees shift priorities

Today

Multiple generations made their thoughts about the significance of receiving an inheritance clear. But their expectations do not always match the reality of older people's retirement plans.

Culture secretary Lisa Nandy intervenes in Sky's takeover of ITV in a move that could see the deal blocked

Today

Sky's proposed takeover of ITV could be blocked as the culture secretary confirmed she had intervened on the deal on public interest grounds.

Surge in Britons switching current account - should you join them? Here's how to bag £300...

Today

Competition among banking providers has led to a huge number of switches in the third quarter of 2026. If you're not happy with your bank, should you switch too?

Trump's spectacular failures left the Democrats an open goal, says MAGGIE PAGANO

Yesterday

In the US Oil prices are close to a four year high despite recent drops, diesel is at record levels, gas is the most expensive it's ever been on an election day.

One of Britain's top female executives to scoop millions as new boss of US tech giant

Yesterday

Former GSK boss Emma Walmsley has been hired to take the controls of US-based computer maker HP as it grapples with AI-driven turbulence.

My neighbour's bonfires set off my asthma every year, can I force him to stop? DEAN DUNHAM replies

Yesterday

Our neighbour's bonfires set off my asthma every year. I've told him, but he hasn't stopped. Can I force him to?

Dollar falls but global stocks stage recovery as traders react to Democrat election victory

Yesterday

Stocks had fallen overnight as investors bet that the Democrat win would constrain artificial intelligence businesses and increase the likelihood of political gridlock.

Poundland could be nationalised to save it from collapse, says Labour business minister

Yesterday

Poundland could be nationalised to save it from collapse, a government minister suggested today.

British Gas owes me £1,264 credit - I've been waiting 18 months for the money: SALLY SORTS IT

Yesterday

I have been trying to recover the credit I had with Rebel Energy for nearly 18 months, after the supplier closed. My balance of £1,264 was transferred to British Gas.

Labour's housing plans in tatters as developers build fewer homes

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Labour's housing plans have been dealt a fresh blow after one of Britain's biggest developers revealed it is building fewer homes than it was a year ago.

What Labour's surprise pension plan to hand you an income for life means for YOUR retirement - and why it could put an inheritance at risk

Yesterday

Workplace pensions are in for a huge shake-up that will change the way pensioners are paid each year under the plans for a so-called 'guided retirement'.

The downsizing hotspots where homes cost as little as £130,000: Our guide to the areas to explore - or avoid - including hidden coastal gems without the price tag of Devon or Cornwall

Yesterday

This year's downsizers are shunning the traditional spots for the commuter belt and cheaper coastal settings.

I came out of retirement to get paid travelling the world: Our seven-step plan to switch careers in later life

Yesterday

Jetting around the world as an airline steward keeps Tim Bott, 62, (pictured) feeling energetic - at an age he once thought would be spent with his feet up in retirement.

Households face fresh squeeze as Bank of England set to raise interest rates

Yesterday

Millions of households are already facing financial pressure from higher mortgage rates, energy bills and car fuel costs. Now, it looks like higher interest rates are coming.

Tracker mortgage rates are almost certain to rise tomorrow... but they're more popular than ever: Here's why

Yesterday

Once a niche product, trackers now account for a quarter of mortgage applications. Why the sudden interest - and could it save you money?

Do you what to do with your pension at retirement? Half of us don't... here's how to prepare

Yesterday

The findings reflect changes to pensions which have made them more rather less complicated for ordinary savers in recent decades.

Bear market alarm bells are ringing on Wall Street, it's time to listen, says MAGGIE PAGANO

Yesterday

Paul Elliott Singer is one of Wall Street's toughest money managers, running one of the world's most successful hedge funds with £60bn of assets under its belt.

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