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Certain Brits looking to travel to the other side of the world and explore a new country can now do so thanks to a newly expanded visa scheme. To coincide with New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern' s visit to the UK today, it's been announced that the current Youth Mobility Scheme and Working Holiday scheme will be expanded. At the moment those aged up to 30 can live and work in New Zealand for 23 months under the visa. From 2024, everyone aged up to their 36th birthday can apply to stay and find employment in the country for three years. Those eligible can work at any skill level. The announcement was made to coincide with New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's visit to the UK ( Image: REUTERS) The scheme also applies the other way round for Kiwis looking for a new life in the UK. The annual quota for Kiwis going to the UK is 13,000 people per year, with 15,000 UK nationals able to apply for one of the visas to New Zealand. Ms Ardern said: … [Read more...] about Millions of Brits to get the right to live and work in New Zealand for three years

THOUSANDS on benefits and Universal Credit could see a pay rise as incomes are squeezed in the cost of living crisis. It comes as the benefit cap could be raised after six years of remaining the same. Since 2013, families seeking benefits and Universal Credit have faced a limit to the amount they can get and that amount has not risen since 2016. But now the government has hinted that the cap could be raised to combat soaring living costs . Therese Coffey, Work and Pensions secretary said she may review the cap as she's "slightly concerned as to whether we have a real reflection of life" in the figure. There's no guarantee that the limit will be increased, but a review could happen between now and April next year when the annual uprating of benefits takes effect. Read more on benefits ALL CHANGE Ten money changes happening in July including Universal Credit direct payments CASH QUESTIONS Some households could … [Read more...] about Big change could mean thousands on benefits and Universal Credit get pay rise

MILLIONS of Brits will get the first chunk of their cost of living payments in just over two weeks - after ministers passed the law last night. New rules were given the rubber stamp to pay people direct to their bank accounts for the first time. The Government’s #CostOfLiving package has received Royal Assent #CostOfLiving website https://t.co/eIt086EZuM pic.twitter.com/xKqykCvYLh — DWP Press Office (@dwppressoffice) June 28, 2022 The first £326 for eight million people is expected from July 14 onwards. The second part will come in the autumn. Dates have not yet been revealed for when the elderly and disabled - who will get an extra chunk of money too - will be dished out. The money is to help Brits facing rising prices and increased costs. In total, millions of Brits are set to get at least £1,200 from the Government this year to help with rising costs. Inflation is set to soar to 11 per cent, and the energy price cap to rise to around £3,000 in … [Read more...] about Exact date millions on Universal Credit will start getting £326 cost of living payment after bill becomes law

HOUSEHOLDS will want to circle these ten key dates in their diaries when some big money changes are happening next month. July is a big month for your finances, with the first instalment of the £650 cost of living payment landing in accounts, to the National Insurance threshold rising. We explain what's happening and when, and how it will affect your wallet. First £650 cost of living payment instalment More than eight million households will be given the first chunk of their one-off £650 cost of living payment next month. The first lot of money is worth £326 and will be paid between July 14 and the end of the month . Read more in Money ALL CHANGE Four money changes hitting in May including Universal Credit - are you affected? CHANGE UP MORE money changes coming this month that you need to know about You'll get the help if you claim the following means-tested benefits: Universal Credit, income-based … [Read more...] about Ten big money changes in July you need to know including Universal Credit direct payments

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 3 ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The largest electric provider in New Mexico on Friday outlined the savings that customers will see from the closure of a coal-fired power plant as part of a filing mandated by state utility regulators. The document was required to be submitted by July 1 as part of a financing order related to the San Juan Generating Station. The plant was set to shut down at the end of June, but regulators are allowing Public Service Co. of New Mexico to keep open one unit through September to meet peak summer demands. The utility is appealing the final order, warning that applying the short-term credit now would result in higher rates later. Consumer advocacy groups praised the Public Regulation Commission's decision to force the utility to apply the credit as the plant shuts down rather than wait for the next rate case. They say the first rate credit would provide a … [Read more...] about New Mexico customers to save monthly with coal plant closure

Omicron: GP explains ‘overwhelming’ science behind vaccines Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again 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 Prime Minister Boris Johnson has signed a landmark new Research, Science and Innovation Arrangement with New Zealand to further boost cooperation between the two countries in those sectors. The new deal, will deepen bilateral relationships between the two countries, and offer UK scientists more collaborative options after being frozen out of EU projects. The two countries are set to cooperate in "wide-ranging" sectors, from joint research and development of new technologies, to boosting quantum technology in the UK. Related articles Octopus Energy … [Read more...] about UK signs ‘landmark’ deal with New Zealand in huge step to becoming ‘science superpower’

His new hostel might be a downgrade from his usual lifestyle, but local actor Elvin Ng said it's worth the hassle for the "enriching" experience. In an Instagram post on Thursday (June 30), Elvin bid farewell to fellow Singaporeans as he departed for New York to pursue further studies. The 41-year-old said that he would be leaving his "comfort zone", adding: "It feels a little scary and intimidating with all the uncertainties, and yet full of excitement and anticipation." In response to AsiaOne's queries, Elvin explained that he would be there for five and a half weeks — just over a month — to attend a four-week film course for acting at the New York Film Academy. Addressing concerns on whether he would stop acting upon his return, Elvin said that he hoped that he would come back to Singapore as "a better and more enriched version of [himself] as an actor and person". "I've always wanted the chance to be able to experience something like this and to go for a prolonged … [Read more...] about Elvin Ng jets off to New York, hopes to ‘upgrade’ his acting

Richard Gere sold his spacious home in upstate New York for $24.15 million after six months on the market, earlier this week, according to TMZ . The 72-year-old actor, who lived in the palatial Pound Ridge mansion for over two decades, originally listed the estate for His former residence, which sits on 50 acres of land situated about 50 miles from Manhattan, tallies up to $220,000 a year in taxes. Saying goodbye: Richard Gere sold his spacious home in upstate New York for $24.15 million earlier this week after six months on the market, according to TMZ on Friday The compound includes an impressive five separate residences that are located all around the property. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Richard Gere, 72, enjoys day at the beach with wife... Richard Gere, 72, and wife Alejandra Silva, 39, attend... Share this article The estate's spacious three-story main house contains 19 rooms for a total of 11,600 square … [Read more...] about Richard Gere sells his palatial 11,600-square foot mansion in upstate New York for $24 MILLION after six months on the market

Click here to read the full article. SPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not watched Episodes 8 and 9 of “ Stranger Things 4,” now streaming on Netflix . Writing about the first seven episodes of the current, fourth season of “Stranger Things,” I noted that its ambition was both laudable and detrimental, gesturing back to a more exciting era of Netflix while also freighting each episode with more than it could bear. More from Variety 'Stranger Things 4' Unveils Complete Soundtrack, Including Extended Remix of Journey's 'Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)' With Steve Perry Netflix Crashed After 'Stranger Things 4' Volume 2 Release, Users Report Why Ben Savage Is Not Part of the 'Boy Meets World' Rewatch Podcast: 'It's Not His Thing' The final two episodes of the fourth season, which launched July 1, prove that doubly true. The moments that sing — including, once again, in the cadences of Kate Bush, this season’s musical patron sorceress — really … [Read more...] about ‘Stranger Things 4’ Comes Full Circle in Overstuffed, Often-Marvelous New Episodes: TV Review (Spoilers)

A new first-time buyer scheme designed for people who want to build their own home has opened for applications today. Help to Build allows successful candidates to build or commission a house with a 5% deposit towards land and building costs. The average cost of a deposit for a self and custom build is normally around 25% - meaning most people are currently priced out of building their own home. The 5% deposit would need to be with a lender registered with Help to Build, which is only available in England. Once approved, applicants would then be able to borrow an equity loan of between 5% and 20% - or up to 40% in London - once the work is completed. This in effect reduces your overall mortgage - but the equity loan does need to be paid back. No interest is charged on the equity loan for the first five years. You start to pay interest from year six, at a rate of 1.75%. From year seven, the amount of interest you pay increases each April in lined with the Consumer … [Read more...] about New first-time buyer scheme opens for applications today – everything you need to know