STRUGGLING households on Universal Credit could soon get these 13 freebies before payments rise. Benefits payments are set to rise next month after the Chancellor confirmed the uprate in line with September's inflation rate of 10.1% . This will boost the payments for the average family on Universal Credit by £600 a year. For example, the Universal Credit standard allowance for those who are single and aged under 25, will rise from £265.31 a month to £292.11. For those single and aged 25 or over, the standard allowance will rise from £334.91 a month to £368.74. However, if you're struggling right now and are after extra support, here's 13 freebies you could be entitled to and how to claim. Read more in money BANK BOOST List of benefits that mean you’ll get cost of living payment worth £301 in weeks BENEFIT BLOW Warning as 2.5million families will lose child benefits - are you affected? If you are … [Read more...] about 13 freebies you can get on Universal Credit and benefits in April – and they could be worth up to £9,000
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University Challenge in elitism row as BBC show accused of ‘rigged’ entry rules
University Challenge team struggle with drag slang question SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info University Challenge , hosted by Jeremy Paxman since 1994, sees two teams consisting of four individual members representing a single university. The BBC show has recently come under fire after it has been accused of rigging the rules which are not favourable to non-Oxbridge universities. Related articles This Morning viewers divided as ITV broadcasts live breast test Holly Willoughby risks knicker flash as she's tackled to the floor Show rules explain teams from Oxford and Cambridge enter independent teams, limiting all other universities to one team each. Eight of its 28 teams have been … [Read more...] about University Challenge in elitism row as BBC show accused of ‘rigged’ entry rules
Topless cancer survivor appears on This Morning to show how to check your breasts – winning praise from viewers
Viewers have praised This Morning for its live demonstration on how to check your breasts. Dr Sarah Kayat enlisted the help of Leigh-Ann, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021 and who bravely went topless on the ITV show so that the demonstration could be as clear as possible. Holly Willoughby and Alison Hammond also sat down with designer Kelly Hoppen, who revealed to the Daily Mail that she was diagnosed with breast cancer after avoiding getting a mammogram every year for eight years. Dr Sarah said that checking your own breasts is extremely important and saves 1,300 lives in the UK each year. Viewers praised the show for doing the 'important' demonstration, noting that women are not 'really taught' how to check their breasts for lumps. Scroll down for video Dr Sarah Kayat enlisted the help of Leigh-Ann, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021 and who bravely went topless on the ITV show so that the demonstration could be as clear as possible … [Read more...] about Topless cancer survivor appears on This Morning to show how to check your breasts – winning praise from viewers
Great Northern Hotel review: A moment of calm in the heart of Kings Cross
Great Northern Hotel is perfectly located between Kings Cross and St Pancras stations (Image: Great Northern Hotel) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more The Great Northern Hotel first opened in 1854 and continues to welcome guests through its doors Highlights Well-connected location Beautiful design features Newly refurbished RAILS restaurant Sophisticated 'Little Bar' Mini pantry on every floor Free in-room water, soft drinks and snacks Book your stay at Great Northern Hotel with Booking.com Book Now JUMP TO... The Rooms Dining and drinking Location Value for money Final Verdict Great Northern Hotel Review Great Northern Hotel first opened in 1854, and though it has experienced several iterations over the years, continues to welcome guests through its doors. Housed in a Grade-II listed building, the hotel provides … [Read more...] about Great Northern Hotel review: A moment of calm in the heart of Kings Cross
Crimea leader ‘creates own Wagner Group’ in bid to bolster Putin’s forces
Crimean 'Prime Minister' Sergey Aksyonov (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Kremlin-installed leader of Crimea has reportedly formed a pro-Russian mercenary group named "Convoy," which was inspired by the notorious Wagner Group. According to reports, Sergey Aksyonov's group has already been dispatched to occupied areas of southern Ukraine 's Kherson region. A member of the mercenary outfit has stated that although the organisation is owned by Aksyonov, all members are former Wagner employees. The group was seen training in a forest and learning how to dig trenches and place landmines in a Russia -24 TV broadcast. The Convoy's Telegram account was launched in November and features a lot of Russian Orthodox imagery and … [Read more...] about Crimea leader ‘creates own Wagner Group’ in bid to bolster Putin’s forces
Man Utd takeover LIVE: Glazer sale stance, Sheikh Jassim trump card and PSG network plan
Man Utd's next six Premier League fixtures SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info It could be an important week in the Manchester United takeover process as bidders await communication from the Raine Group and the Glazer family. Sheikh Jassim, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and other parties will soon discover whether their bid is successful or if they are involved in the third stage. Related articles Man Utd target Min-jae responds to transfer speculation with statement Man Utd failed with January move for Liverpool target Amrabat Sheikh Jassim finished the second wave of bidding on Saturday, three days after the 9pm Wednesday deadline. And the Raine Group will now sit down with the Glazers as they assess … [Read more...] about Man Utd takeover LIVE: Glazer sale stance, Sheikh Jassim trump card and PSG network plan
Oleksandr Zinchenko declares ‘revenge’ over Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka
Arsenal news: Oleksandr Zinchenko has declared revenge over Bukayo Saka (Image: GETTY) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Arsenal star Oleksandr Zinchenko insists he wants "revenge" over club team-mate Bukayo Saka following Ukraine 's loss to England . The Three Lions ran out 2-0 winners in Sunday's Euro 2024 qualifier at Wembley, with Saka the star of the show. Related articles Kane 'agreed to leave Tottenham' as Man Utd and Bayern Munich eye deal Jude Bellingham hints at a reason he may choose Man Utd over Liverpool The Arsenal winger set up Harry Kane for England's opener before scoring a stunning goal of his own. Saka cut in off the right to curl in an unstoppable effort from 20 yards out. Ukraine … [Read more...] about Oleksandr Zinchenko declares ‘revenge’ over Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka
Man Utd receive Harry Kane swap transfer boost as ‘main component of deal complete’
‘A dream becomes reality’ - Harry Kane proud in becoming England’s all-time record scorer SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Manchester United have received a Harry Kane transfer boost as a main component is said to be in place over a swap deal with Dean Henderson. Kane became England’s all-time leading scorer when he notched his 54th Three Lions goal against Italy last week and has been tipped to leave Tottenham following another underwhelming season for the Lilywhites. Related articles Man Utd 'reject offers for Mason Greenwood' with mindset changed Man Utd star Fernandes suggests McTominay positional change with jibe United have enjoyed a precipitous upturn in fortunes under Erik ten … [Read more...] about Man Utd receive Harry Kane swap transfer boost as ‘main component of deal complete’
Cristiano Ronaldo shows off new celebration in memory of time at Man Utd
Cristiano Ronaldo part of new Portugal coach Roberto Martinez's plans SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Cristiano Ronaldo showed off a new goal celebration in memory of his time at Manchester United as he bagged a brace in a Euro 2024 qualifying game for Portugal on Sunday night. Portugal thrashed Luxembourg 6-0 in their second qualifier as they moved two points clear of Slovakia at the top of the Group J table. Related articles Lionel Messi sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo with 800th career goal Man Utd failed with January move for Liverpool target Amrabat Ronaldo was in fine form for his country at the Stade de Luxembourg and opened the scoring in the ninth minute as he bundled the … [Read more...] about Cristiano Ronaldo shows off new celebration in memory of time at Man Utd
‘It’s like the Berlin Wall’ Fury over fence blocking villagers from park
Adele Atkinson says the fence is driving her "potty" (Image: Derbyshire Live) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A woman has compared a fence stopping her from accessing her local park to the "Berlin Wall". Erected in November, the fence surrounds a huge ditch dug by builders to make space for a water culvert. Related articles Waitress furious at tourists' 10 percent tip after flawless service Woman hit with £400 council fine for 'putting bins out on wrong day' However, four months later, there is no sign of a culvert, and the fencing blocking Field Lane recreation ground in Chellaston, Derby, remains. If locals living on the Boulton Moor estate wish to access the rec directly, they have to walk an extra … [Read more...] about ‘It’s like the Berlin Wall’ Fury over fence blocking villagers from park