Mortgages: Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder

Written by: Jane Doe, Financial Analyst, Financial Times The housing market is set to experience a drop in mortgage rates in the coming year, potentially opening up homeownership to a wider population. With various avenues available to save for a deposit and break into the property market, there are now more options than ever for… Continue reading Mortgages: Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder

Men's health: Why do men go to the GP less?

Dan Somers, a 43-year-old man from Ipswich, experienced severe chest pain, difficulty keeping food down, and other alarming symptoms two years ago. Despite his intuition telling him something was wrong, Dan hesitated to seek medical help due to his stubborn nature. He continued to endure excruciating pain until he was practically unable to function, ultimately… Continue reading Men's health: Why do men go to the GP less?

Revolut: 'I was careful and followed instructions closely, but still lost my crypto'

Tzoni Raykov, an oil engineer, initially saw cryptocurrency trading as a lighthearted activity. However, a $1,500 loss due to an administrative error raised serious concerns about his treatment by the industry. Utilizing Revolut’s app for everyday transactions, Tzoni decided to explore the platform’s cryptocurrency services after noticing an advertisement. Although transferring traditional currency was seamless,… Continue reading Revolut: 'I was careful and followed instructions closely, but still lost my crypto'

Britain's nursery problem: Parents still face 'childcare deserts'

term operations, providing a vital service to families in need. These nurseries are often an important lifeline for families who may not be able to access private providers. Overall, the issue of childcare accessibility in England remains a complex and multifaceted problem. While progress has been made with the introduction of funded hours and the… Continue reading Britain's nursery problem: Parents still face 'childcare deserts'

Gatwick Airport worst in UK for flight delays for second year

Daniel Sexton reported from South East for BBC News that Gatwick Airport has once again claimed the title of the UK’s worst airport for flight delays. Data analysis of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data revealed that departures from Gatwick in 2024 were, on average, more than 23 minutes behind schedule. Although this is an improvement… Continue reading Gatwick Airport worst in UK for flight delays for second year

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calls damage to statues 'disgraceful'

Several statues in Parliament Square, including one of women’s votes campaigner Dame Millicent Fawcett, were vandalized, prompting Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to label the act as “disgraceful.” Transgender activists gathered to protest a Supreme Court ruling that defined a woman based on biological sex for the Equality Act. Cooper expressed support for the Metropolitan Police’s… Continue reading Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calls damage to statues 'disgraceful'

Newspaper headlines: PM 'must break silence' on ruling and the 'spy who bugged me'

In recent news, the Supreme Court ruling regarding the definition of a woman continues to be a topic of discussion. The Daily Mail is calling for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to address the ruling, urging him to support it publicly and not dismantle it. The ruling has sparked debate and controversy among various groups.… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: PM 'must break silence' on ruling and the 'spy who bugged me'

Water safety plea from mum after son's reservoir death

In 2006, tragedy struck the Johnson family when 15-year-old Reuben drowned in Pontsticill Reservoir while celebrating the end of his GCSEs with friends. Maxine Johnson, Reuben’s mother, vividly recalls the harrowing experience of losing her son in the waters where cold water shock claimed his life three quarters of the way across the reservoir. The… Continue reading Water safety plea from mum after son's reservoir death

Enfield murder investigation launched after woman stabbed

A tragic incident has sparked a murder investigation in north London, as a 45-year-old woman was discovered with fatal stab wounds. The Met Police responded to a call at an address in Ayley Croft, Enfield, around 19:00 BST on Saturday after receiving reports of the attack. Despite efforts from the London Ambulance Service and London’s… Continue reading Enfield murder investigation launched after woman stabbed