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Close to one million British homeowners are bracing for substantial increases to their mortgage payments this year.Some households are facing annual rises of nearly £5,700 as the conflict in the Middle East drives up borrowing costs.Around 970,000 borrowers who secured fixed-rate deals below two per cent back in 2021 now confront what analysts describe as a severe refinancing challenge, experts have warned.The surge in rates follows the outbreak of war in Iran, which has prompted lenders to push up their pricing. This has left households who benefited from historically cheap mortgage deals during the pandemic era exposed to a dramatic…

Aljaž Škorjanec has spoken out following a “mass axing” of professional dancers on Strictly Come Dancing.It is understood, although not confirmed by the BBC, that at least four established dancers won’t be returning to the series in a huge shake-up.Among those reportedly facing the axe are Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Karen Hauer, Michelle Tsiakkas and Nadiya Bychkova.The reported departures have been described as a “bloodbath” within the programme’s professional ranks.Aljaž Škorjanec starred as a pro in Strictly from 2013 to 2021, and re-joined in 2024 | GETTYThe BBC has previously told GB News that official confirmation about this year’s series…

Drivers are being warned of soaring petrol and diesel prices, despite the Prime Minister acknowledging that the Government was taking steps to help drivers with fuel costs.The latest data from the RAC Fuel Watch shows that petrol and diesel prices in the UK have hit the highest levels in over 18 months, much to the dismay of hard-pressed motorists.Drivers are routinely paying more than 141p per litre for their fuel, while diesel has skyrocketed to more than £1.60 a litre, as the RAC predicts that prices will continue to rise.Speaking today at an emergency press conference, Sir Keir Starmer outlined…

Wrexham striker Kieffer Moore has been ruled out of Wales’ World Cup play-offs with a hamstring injury.The 33-year-old had been a major doubt since sustaining a tendon split during the FA Cup defeat against Chelsea earlier this month.Having missed subsequent Championship matches against Hull City and Swansea City, Moore is not expected to return to action until April.That means he will be unavailable for Wales’ World Cup play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina on 26 March and, if they win that game, their play-off final against Italy or Northern Ireland five days later.”Kieffer’s not going to be right for the internationals, which…

Two Cardiff secondary schools have been closed following a report received by South Wales Police on Sunday evening. Llanishen High School and Eastern High School are both affected by the precautionary closure, agreed jointly by the police force and Cardiff Council. Officers confirmed the decision was made to safeguard pupils while enquiries are carried out. The specific details of what prompted the report have not been revealed, with South Wales Police stating only that the matter remains under active investigation. The force emphasised that the decision to close both institutions was not taken without careful consideration.Superintendent Mark Kavanagh addressed the…

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Amazon’s sale on its Fire TV Sticks ends at 11:59pm tonight. These deals are part of its latest Spring Deals Days event, which unleashed a week-long sale across (almost) every department. For instance, the retailer, nicknamed “the everything store”, has slashed the price of its newest Fire TV Stick 4K Select to just £25.99 — that’s a hefty 48% discount. But the savings don’t stop there.Trade in any existing Fire TV device — even a broken one — and you’ll unlock an extra 20% off. Yes, really. All you need to do is unplug your old Fire TV Stick, send…

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