I'm 65 and about to take my £600k pension. Should I buy an annuity or use drawdown?
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30 best new family days out for half-term, across the UK: From jaw-dropping rollercoasters to a dragonfly festival and the UK's largest inflatable unicorn ...
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The best feel-good books of the 21st century: Need a pick-me-up? Allow us to recommend our favourite uplifting reads
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I'm in my 30s – my generation will be better at marriage than our parents: We’re far more open about expectations and have flings to get things out of our system ...
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My wife scrolls on her phone while I'm talking - it's so rude: The i Paper's Agony Uncle, Kenny Mammarella-D’Cruz gives his advice to a man who feels like ...
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High earners will pay 10% tax on pension contributions within years, says ex-minister
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I’ve spent £250k on 8,000 Christmas brooches – I could have bought a house instead
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How Rachel Reeves could avoid cutting cash ISAs - but still boost investing: The Chancellor could still boosting investment culture without cutting back on cash ...
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Santander, Nationwide and Halifax increase mortgage rates after inflation spike: Experts predict mortgage rates could rise further after inflation hit 3 ...
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I’m a befriender. Here are my eight tips for combating loneliness: Loneliness can affect us all, whatever your circumstances. Here, befriender Ree Young shares ...
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An award for Kevin Spacey in Cannes? I prefer to think of his accusers: Wherever they go, however much they try to forget, his face is there
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Kevin Spacey Honored with Lifetime Achievement AwardAt 65, Spacey received a lifetime honor at Cannes, despite previous allegations and legal challenges.
- Kevin Spacey was presented with a lifetime achievement award at the Cannes Film Festival.
- He used his acceptance speech to criticize cancel culture, which publicly shuns accused individuals.
- Spacey highlighted that he was acquitted in every court case brought against him.
- He expressed happiness about returning to work and described the moment as very positive.
"Who would have ever thought that it is a brave idea to honor someone who has been exonerated in every single courtroom they have ever entered."— Kevin Spacey said this during his acceptance speech at the Cannes Film Festival.
Three things we learned from Jay Slater inquiry as friends 'cannot be located': Jay Slater was holidaying on the Spanish island and had been to the NRG music ...
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Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead near Jewish museum in Washington DC: Police detain 30-year-old suspect after a man and a woman were killed as they left an ...
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Fatal Shooting Targets Israeli Embassy Staff in DCElias Rodriguez was charged with first-degree murder after killing two Israeli embassy staff near a Jewish museum on May 20-21, 2025.
- A man opened fire outside the Jewish museum in Washington, killing two employees of the Israeli embassy.
- The victims, a young couple engaged in peacebuilding efforts between Arabs and Jews, were fatally shot.
- The suspect, heard chanting pro-Palestinian slogans after arrest, is charged with first-degree murder and hate crimes.
- Israeli embassies worldwide increased security following the incident.
"My heart aches for the families of the victims, whose lives were cut short in a moment by an abhorrent antisemitic murderer."— Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his condolences regarding the victims of the attack.
Winter fuel U-turn after No 10 overcomes opposition from Rachel Reeves: Means-testing the payment has been hugely unpopular and was blamed for Labour's ...
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Starmer Signals Reversal on Winter Fuel PaymentsOver 1.3 million pensioners may regain winter fuel payments, with final eligibility set before the Autumn Budget.
- Keir Starmer announced plans to expand winter fuel payments eligibility following backlash against recent cuts.
- The £300 payment, previously limited to the poorest pensioners, is set to be extended as the economy improves.
- Eligibility details will be finalized ahead of the Autumn Budget, delaying clarity for pensioners this winter.
- While some demand a full policy reversal, the government maintains its stance on broader welfare reforms.
"The winter fuel policy has become the symbol of how the Labour Government has lost its way, so to regain trust with the voters Sir Keir needs to be bold and honest. Admit the mistake and reverse the policy!"— The Director of the Silver Voices campaign group responded to the PM's comments in Parliament.
Angela Rayner is the Boris Johnson of the Labour Party: Her memo on migration and tax makes clear the extent of her ambition
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I tried Wizz Air’s new, long-haul plane – with low fares and little legroom: The Airbus A321XLR will fly between Gatwick and Saudi Arabia from 26 May ...
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Inheritance tax receipts reach £780m - and it's set to keep rising: With such a strong start to the 2025-26 tax year experts say this is only going one way - and ...
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A new way to stop unwanted negative thoughts, according to science: Scientists hope simple training through an app, which is under development ...
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NHS and school strikes threat after inflation-beating pay rises: Schools could face serious financial difficulties after ministers said they would have to fund ...
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What you need to know about ISA rates falling - and why they're going to fall further
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Two child benefit cap set to be watered down - but won't be scrapped entirely: Lack of funding will mean the cap is tweaked rather than lifted altogether
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All the other benefits cuts that could be reversed after winter fuel U-turn: The Government could reconsider other controversial benefit cuts
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Virtual wards 'saved NHS' during Covid so don't close them, senior doctor warns: Dr Andrew Barlow, who founded the first and largest Covid virtual ward ...
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Serious sex offenders 'could face chemical castration' under new plans: Justice Secretary is expected to reveal fresh reforms to the criminal justice system ...
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DWP 'failing' to pay back mothers who did not receive enough state pension: Millions of pounds left unclaimed as Government fails to reach eligible women - with ...
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People threatened to shoot Jordan Gray at her shows – but she’s as brazen as ever
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There is little point in recognising a Palestinian state reduced to rubble: Any rhetorical stiffening of the UK Government’s spine comes far too late to have any ...
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It now takes 87 days to get pension credit after winter fuel payment cut: The delays mean that some who applied last year would not have received support in time ...
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Labour MP Allison Gardner has revealed that she got into politics to “give a voice” to women suffering from UTI.
The MP for Stoke-on-Trent South ... Show more
You know it's bad for Keir Starmer when Nick Clegg is offering advice: Clegg's return to Westminster this week has attracted, at best, mixed reviews
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I have a £12m property business – here’s why I’m not leaving it to my children: Entrepreneur Abi Hookway says she wants to give her children useful life skills ...
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The country that practises for war with Putin every year - and why the UK should too
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No, Trump won't get a Golden Dome missile shield in four years: Donald Trump has said he wants a massive shield to be built over the US before the end of his ...
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Inside Cabinet blame game over Rayner leak as she's accused of leadership plotting
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Reeves open to new wealth taxes if she faces Budget black hole: The Chancellor has previously raised taxes on wealthier individuals and companies in order to ...
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How to offer less than the asking price for a house - and still get it: Around one in 10 homes are being sold for at least 10 per cent below the asking price
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Kneecap's Liam O'Hanna charged with terrorism offence: Police said the charge related to displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah
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Cheapest sub-4% mortgages 'under threat' as inflation climbs higher than expected
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The three extraordinary moments from Trump’s exchange with Ramaphosa: Trump confronted Ramaphosa at the White House on Wednesday with allegations of mass ...
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Britain has rattled an isolated Israel: The core feeling among many Israelis is: What would Britain do if it were attacked?
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The 28th of April 2010.
That’s a day that will forever live in infamy for the Labour Party - particularly Prime Minister Gordon Brown ... Show more
Tommy Robinson Faces Harassment ChargesStephen Yaxley-Lennon allegedly intimidated two men during August 2024 riots linked to anti-immigration protests.
- British anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, has been charged with harassment.
- The charges relate to causing fear of violence to two men between August 5 and 7, 2024 amid nationwide unrest.
- Robinson is currently imprisoned for a separate contempt of court case but is set for release next week.
- He identifies as a journalist exposing government wrongdoing and counts Elon Musk among his supporters.
Trump unveils plans for Golden Dome system that will put weapons in space: US President expects system to be 'fully operational' before the end of his ...
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Golden Dome Sparks New Space Weapons EraThe $175 billion initiative aims to deploy missile defense satellites by 2025, escalating global space militarization.
- Golden Dome proposes a satellite-based missile defense shield to intercept nuclear and conventional missiles from orbit.
- This plan revives the Cold War-era Strategic Defense Initiative with an estimated cost of $175 billion.
- Analysts caution the program could intensify an arms race as rival nations pursue similar space weaponry.
- Major U.S. defense firms like L3Harris and Lockheed Martin are positioned to supply critical system elements.
I think it's opening a Pandora's box.— Victoria Samson, director of space security and stability at the Secure World Foundation, referring to deploying missiles in space.
M&S Battles Prolonged Cyberattack ImpactMarks & Spencer expects £300M profit loss and online disruptions lasting into July 2025 after a sophisticated cyberattack.
- A targeted cyberattack caused Marks & Spencer to lose around £300 million in operating profit for the year ending March 2026.
- Online clothing orders were suspended since late April, with service interruptions anticipated to continue through July.
- Manual operations replaced automated systems, leading to empty shelves, customer dissatisfaction, and a market value drop exceeding £1 billion.
- The company aims to reduce losses via insurance, cost controls, and tech upgrades, expecting most clothing and home items online within weeks.
We didn't leave the door open. This wasn't anything to do with underinvestment.— Stuart Machin, CEO of M&S, discussing the cyberattack and the company's security measures.
Angela Rayner has overreached - but her ultimate prize could be the leadership: A carefully crafted memo to the Chancellor, pushing for eight tax increases ...
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Inflation rises to 3.5% in highest figure for a year - what it means for your money
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More than one million pensioners pay 40% tax in ‘triple whammy’ of stealth rises: The sharp rise reflects a wider trend of more people paying higher income tax ...
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Shoplifters, beware: mess with Greggs at your peril : This isn’t a story about desperate mothers stealing to fill lunchboxes
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Peppa Pig Welcomes New Baby Sister EvieEvie was born at 5:34 a.m. and will debut on the show in autumn after a special airs in May.
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- The Peppa Pig series, running for over two decades, introduced a new baby sister named Evie.
- Evie was named after Mummy Pig’s aunt and was born early in the morning at 5:34 a.m.
- An hour-long special titled 'Peppa Meets The Baby' will air on May 30 to mark the upcoming arrival.
- The show’s 20th anniversary is celebrated with a special stamp collection featuring Peppa and her friends.
Daddy Pig has just shared these pictures with me of Peppa's brand new baby sister Evie, named after Mummy Pig's Aunt Evie, she was born at 5:34 a.m. this morning.— Presenter Richard Arnold said during the Good Morning Britain television show.
Bank of England chief economist says rates being cut too quickly - what it means for mortgages
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Starmer Signals Shift on Winter Fuel Payment PolicyChanges to eligibility for winter fuel payments will be considered in the autumn Budget, affecting millions of pensioners.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to revisit eligibility criteria for the winter fuel payment.
- Last year’s policy limited payments to pensioners receiving Pension Credit, sparking backlash and protests.
- The government intends to adjust payment thresholds as part of the upcoming fiscal event in autumn.
- This move responds to electoral losses and mounting pressure from within the Labour Party and affected pensioners.
"All the bills are round my neck now."— Audrey Sharp, an 84-year-old widow from Middlesbrough, discussing her financial struggles after the government cut her winter fuel payments.
Tommy Robinson to be released within days as sentence reduced: Robinson's 18-month sentence for the civil offence of contempt of court was reduced by four ...
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Teabags, loo roll and meal deals are the ideal wedding presents in 2025: Ostentatious homeware isn’t the guaranteed hit it used to be
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