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Amazon puts all UK users on red alert and issues urgent 'don't click' warning
Daily Express
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July 6, 2025
"We've recently noticed an increase in customers reporting fake emails about Amazon Prime membership subscriptions," the email from Amazon reads. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT "We want to help you stay protected by sharing important...
Warning for millions of UK tourists who've booked holiday on a laptop
Birmingham Live
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July 6, 2025
A warning has been issued for MILLIONS who book their holidays on a laptop. European Union holidaymakers from the UK with trips booked this summer have been warned over booking on devices such as laptops. Experts reckon you could end up paying...
A top UK share to consider buying when the markets melt down?
The Motley Fool UK
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July 6, 2025
There are plenty of top-notch UK shares to pick from. But when the stock market inevitably throws another tantrum, knowing which companies are the best buys during a downturn can help both protect a portfolio, but also potentially unlock lucrative...
Cornwall ice cream parlour with 'heavenly concoctions' crowned among UK's best
The Packet
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July 5, 2025
It was revealed as part of an article from BBC Good Food, which named the Cornwall establishment alongside spots like Swoon in Cardiff and Gelato Gusto in Brighton. Introducing the list, the publisher said: "Looking for the ultimate scoop? The UK...
Two Pembrokeshire seaside towns ranked among best in UK
Western Telegraph
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Both St Davids and Tenby came in the top ten of the UK’s best seaside towns out of a list of 117. St Davids was ranked joint third alongside Portmeirion, Sidmouth and Tynemouth, with an overall destination score of 79 percent. (Image: Georgina...
Starbucks customers fuming over cost of new Birthday Frappuccino
The Mirror
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July 6, 2025
Everyone likes to treat themselves to something now and again, and a fancy coffee is a little way to do that on a weekend or if you're having a bad day and need to cheer yourself up. However, many Starbucks customers have been left fuming at the...
Outlet staff and customers "unwell" as air con broken during heatwave
Swindon Advertiser
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The Adver understands that part of the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet’s climate control system stopped working just before the heatwave brought 30-degree temperatures to the town. One person claimed that staff became ill and customers complained as...
Major retailer launches game-changing initiative to solve pressing issue with common household products: 'It is incumbent on all of us'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 6, 2025
"Through this project, we are showcasing our flexibility." by Christine DulionJuly 6, 2025 Photo Credit: London Drugs A new flagship store from London Drugs is offering customers a way to reduce plastic waste at home. At the heart of the...
Somerset indoor play centre rave reviews as among UK's best
SomersetLive
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July 6, 2025
A Taunton indoor play centre has won a national award for the third consecutive year. Space Adventurers has once again been given a VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction award. This year, the attraction achieved an impressive 84% score....
Iconic holiday park nominated as one of the best in prestigious UK travel awards
Yorkshire Live
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July 6, 2025
A popular family holiday spot is celebrating national acclaim after being shortlisted for two top honours at the 2025 British Travel Awards. Butlin’s Bognor Regis has been named a finalist in both the ‘Best Company for UK Parks and Lodges...
Desperate Oasis fans in Scotland see re-sale ticket prices soar to £6000 a pair
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 6, 2025
Desperate Scottish fans who missed out on Oasis tickets last year are now being offered a pair – for £6000. The outrageous fees are being charged by secondary websites for next month’s gigs at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh. The Gallagher...
Popular restaurant chain shuts all locations in UK and ceases trading
Birmingham Live
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July 6, 2025
A popular restaurant chain has shut ALL its locations in UK and ceased trading after two "unforgettable" decades. Customers were disappointed to learn one of their favourite dinner spots would be disappearing from the high street forever. Ping...
Staff at seven UK airports offered bonuses for catching oversized bags, leak reveals
LBC
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5 July 2025, 23:55 | Updated: 6 July 2025, 00:18 A baggage handler lifts a suitcase. Picture: Alamy Aviation company Swissport has been offering their staff bonuses for every easyJet bag they apprehend, a leaked email has revealed. Listen to this...
UK Royal Navy builds 'esports suite' loaded with gaming PCs onboard its newest warship — eight high-powered PC battle stations added to war room
Tom's Hardware
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July 5, 2025
The UK Royal Navy, as part of a partnership with the British Esports Federation, has constructed a first-of-its-kind "esports suite" onboard an active Navy warship. The HMS Prince of Wales' esports office contains eight Alienware PCs loaded to the...
US Sanctions Iraqi-British National for Smuggling Iranian Oil
Iraq Business News
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July 6, 2025
By John Lee. The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions targeting networks involved in transporting and purchasing Iranian oil, including a group of companies led by Iraqi businessman...
British GP: Max Verstappen to start on pole at Silverstone
The National News
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen took pole position for the British Grand Prix on Saturday with McLaren's Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri alongside on the front row. McLaren's Lando Norris qualified third with Mercedes' George Russell...
Keir Starmer signs UK up to new high-tax UN manifesto
Daily Express
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July 5, 2025
Sir Keir Starmer has signed Britain up to a new United Nations agreement which will include higher taxes on the wealthy. The move could risk frustrating the White House, with Donald Trump pulling the US out of the pact in June. The Sevilla...
UK restores diplomatic ties with Syria as Lammy visits Damascus
The National News
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Britain said it was re-establishing diplomatic relations with Syria on Saturday as Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Damascus. “There is renewed hope for the Syrian people,” said Mr Lammy. “It is in our interests to support the new government...
UK households handed up to £2,550 with 4 benefits and freebies in July
Daily Express
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July 5, 2025
People on four DWP benefits could grab a slice of up to £2,550 each this June thanks to various freebies and discounts. Amongst the fiscal gloom, there is some good news - with various freebies, discounts and handouts available to claim that are...
Switzerland travel advice as ‘laws differ’ from UK amid Women’s Euros
Lancs Live
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July 6, 2025
The 2025 UEFA Women’s Euro kicked off this week in Switzerland. With thousands expected to flood the eight stadiums hosting the tournament, the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) issued some travel advice for Brits joining the...