The UK government plans to increase a special tax levied on the profits of oil and gas companies, known as the Energy Profits Levy-often called the "windfall tax." It is expected to rise to 38% from 35% on November 1st. That will mean energy companies working in the UK will pay even more taxes on …

This is something: an Australian company, partly owned by media mogul Rupert Murdoch, is considering buying one of the most popular UK websites for property, Rightmove. News is causing ripples at both the Australian and UK markets. That would be the announcement by REA Group this past Monday of its probable offer to buy Rightmove, …

In 1986, British photographer Michael Ormerod was on a mission to capture the excitement of an annual motorbike rally in South Dakota. But what really caught his eye wasn’t the roaring bikes or leather jackets. Instead, Ormerod was drawn to Wall Drug, a quirky roadside stop known for its cowboy-themed stores and eateries. Located in …

Novatron, a private company working on fusion energy, has introduced an exciting new design for a fusion reactor. This design promises to make plasma stability better than ever before. Let’s break down what makes Novatron’s new reactor so special and why it’s getting everyone excited. What’s the Big Idea? Fusion energy is like the holy …

Just imagine flying off to a holiday in anticipation, and suddenly your aircraft detours in another direction. Well, this was what happened to a number of TUI holidaymakers on their flight from Manchester. Let's go in and see exactly what went on and what the aftermath was. Flight TOM342 took off bright and early one …

Trains between East Midlands Parkway and Derby are running into big problems after a serious incident on Sunday, September 1. A person was hit by a train, causing a major disruption in rail services. This unfortunate event has caused many delays and changes in train schedules, affecting several routes and stations. What Happened? Early Sunday …

In July, something big did happen: the greatest cash handling ever at the Post Office. Deposits and withdrawals above £3.7 billion were registered with its branches alone. The amount is the biggest amount ever recorded, beating all other records for previous months, including May, April, and December. This is the rise in cash handling at …

Imagine winning a big prize in the lottery and being very excited about it, only to face a serious problem because of a delay. That was what happened with Pete Daly, 71 years old, living in Pensby, Wirral. He won £582.20 in the EuroMillions lottery this July, but very soon his excitement turned into frustration …

The old rule for liquids carried in hand luggage has now been reintroduced within the EU. Starting from today, passengers flying from all EU airports will once again be allowed to carry liquids only in containers of 100 milliliters each. The airports in Iceland, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Norway are considered EU airports for the purpose. …

Not often does it happen that one simply walks into a place and right away feels the vibe of it. Well, that's what happens to just about anybody who steps into Little Dumpling King, a small restaurant situated in the heart of Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. This place is so much more than just another restaurant-it's a …

Imagine yourself to be a business leader in the UK right now. News of new taxes, stricter worker rights, among other things, have consumed the media, and those happen to be something that sends jitters down the spines of many a leader. A recent survey by the Institute of Directors finds that 40% of business …

Rail travel in the UK is going to get a little more expensive for the people using a Railcard. This month, train operators plan to trim the discount given to holders of the Railcards. Railcards, which give discounts on train fares for groups such as young adults aged 16-30, seniors over 60 years, families travelling …