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Nationwide gives £175 free cash to 40,000 customers and offer is 'still running'

More than 40,000 customers have been paid Nationwide’s £175 switch bonus in the last three months, making it one of the best bank switch offers for 2026

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MPs urged to review HMRC Personal Allowance tax threshold for pensioners

MPs have been urged to re-examine plans to double the personal tax allowance for pensioners after more than 104,000 signed an official petition

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£2 flights go on sale today - how to grab British Airways’ summer Avios-only deals

British Airways has launched £2 flights to Madrid and Toulon for summer 2026 today. Here’s how to book the Avios-only reward seats before they sell out.

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Amazon launches new Fire TV app with more than 4,000 games on selected devices

NVIDIA's GeForce NOW app launched on selected Amazon Fire TV devices on Thursday (February 12).

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Principal who led college to 'outstanding' status to step down

Janet Gardner OBE to retire as Waltham Forest College principal and CEO in August 2026 after leading it from financial intervention to Ofsted ‘outstanding’ status.

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LIVE updates as Elizabeth line hit by SEVERE delays in morning rush hour

The Elizabeth line is facing serious delays as commuters travel to work this morning. Live updates here.

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UK delivery company closes down after 14 years affecting Evri customers

Delivery company Parcel & Post ceased trading on January 26, which is now having an impact on Evri customers - see why.

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This ‘authentic’ London pizzeria has just been ranked the 3rd best in the world

Short Road Pizza has been named the third-best pizza in the world for pizza. Find out why.

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Kylie Minogue launches 'special' new Barbie doll but it will set you back £70

Kylie Minogue has created another Barbie doll with Mattel, which sports her standout red outfit from the Padam Padam music video.

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The latest hygiene scores for Waltham Forest restaurants and cafes

Latest Waltham Forest food hygiene ratings revealed: Chartwells, Cove17, Mexican Fried Chicken and Olfaclub score top marks; Taro rated satisfactory.

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Council to raise rent for garages and caravan owners

The cost of renting a garage for council tenants and leaseholders will rise by 90p, while travellers will be charged an extra 4.8% to park on council-owned caravan sites

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More than one in 10 Brits would refuse to share the last of their dessert with a date

More than one in 10 Brits would refuse to share the last of their dessert with a date, according to research. 

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Waltham Forest College principal announces retirement

Janet Gardner OBE will leave the college in August in order to focus on family caring responsibilities

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Date set for $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC by President Trump

A 10 billion dollar defamation lawsuit brought against the BBC by US President Donald Trump will go to trial in 2027, a Florida judge has ordered.

Waltham Forest Echo

Man, 19, found dead in Hollow Pond, Leytonstone

Police say they are not treating the death as suspicious

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Man, 19, dies after being found unconscious in Leytonstone

A 19-year-old man has died after he was found unconscious near a lake in east London.

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M&S named UK’s favourite supermarket but shoppers say there's a catch

Marks and Spencer tops the latest Which supermarket survey, but shoppers say its higher prices make it a treat or yellow-sticker shop rather than a weekly shop.

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After life on the streets, Smudge is ready to settle into a safe home

Smudge, a sweet and affectionate cat with Cats Protection, is searching for a peaceful home where she can thrive.

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Little known water bottle rule that could see Brits fined £435 on holiday

Brits traveling to Capri, Italy, are being warned about a little-known water bottle rule that could result in a €500 fine.

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Gordon Ramsay’s ‘outstanding’ sky‑high restaurant just earned its first Michelin star

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High has earned its first Michelin star and has been praised for its outstanding food and service.