Victoria Scholar on where interest rates go next Better get used to it. This trend is set to continue as evidence grows that we have hit peak interest rates and the next move will be down rather than upwards, as I’ve repeatedly warned. The process has been going on for some months now. Last week, the Bank of England froze […]

It can be difficult to know what not to burn in your stove. It might seem like anything that burns should be able to go right in, as the smoke and fumes go right up the chimney.  However, not all types of fuel are suitable for use in a wood burner as some items can be a fire hazard or […]

The Home Depot reveals simple ways to remove mould Silicone sealants are typically used to bind two surfaces, such as plastic, metal and glass, together.  It is often used in bathrooms, particularly around the shower, bath and sinks to prevent water from reaching the fixtures.  Once dry, the rubbery consistency and constant exposure to moisture make it the perfect breeding […]

The United States has imposed expanded sanctions on more than 200 individuals and entities that are instrumental in Russia’s war against Ukraine. The Department of State said it is imposing sanctions on more than 90 entities and individuals engaged in sanctions evasion and those complicit in furthering Russia’s ability to wage the war. The State Department’s sanctions target Russia’s future […]

Lynsey Crombie shares how to stop condensation on your windows When cold window glass meets the warm air inside your property, this causes droplets of water to form. This is what’s called condensation. If left untreated, the water can cause issues such as damp and mould which can impact your health as well as your house’s visual appeal and value. […]

Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Australian tech billionaires Mike Cannon-Brookes and Scott Farquhar have had about a billion dollars wiped from each of their fortunes in a matter of hours, after shares in their enterprise software firm Atlassian sank by more than 10 per cent in after-hours trading. […]

Pensioners are likely “benefiting” from the Bank of England’s decision to pause its wave of interest rate increases. Earlier today, the central bank confirmed the UK’s base rate would remain at 5.25 for the second month in a row. Over the past year, the Bank of England has raised interest rates to mitigate the impact of inflation on the economy. […]

RESEARCHERS have shared stunning footage of a goosefish walking along the bottom of the ocean. Filmed 1,225 feet beneath the ocean surface, the footage shows the goosefish strolling along the seafloor using its fins. The video then shows the "sea devil" turning its head and directing its spooky eyes straight at the camera. Researchers captured the rare video of the […]

THOUSANDS of Instagram users across the UK and the US have reported issues with loading their pages and sending messages via the app. Reports of an Instagram outage flooded Down Detector around 2pm GMT/10am ET on Thursday. Why is Instagram not working? It's unclear why Instagram is currently not working for some users. Instagram's owner, Meta, has not commented on […]

THE WORLD'S biggest and most luxurious bus is truly one of a kind… and holds two Guinness world records. This 'Jumbocruiser', named DerBus, was built by German motors giant Neoplan GmbH in 1975 and became the world's largest bus with a staggering 170-passenger capacity. DerBus, which means ‘The Bus’ in German, is one of only 11 such buses ever built […]