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Ryanair is offering flights to this North Africa beach town for just £12.99

Ryanair is offering flights to this North Africa beach town for just £12.99 - The budget airline’s 24-hour ‘clear-out’ sale ends in just a few hours

Measuring the True Cost of Trump Tax Cuts

Natasha Sarin, professor at Yale Law School, is the co-founder of The Budget Lab, which analyzes federal policy proposals for the American economy. She says that a full extension of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act would cost the economy hundreds of billions of dollars over the next few decades.

Average age Americans should be able to afford life’s milestones – from ideal home to retirement

MoD accused of ‘go-slow’ with half of £900m Ukraine fund unused

More than half of a £900m military fund for Ukraine run by the British Ministry of Defence has not been used because of bureaucratic delays in handing out contracts. The UK-led International Fund for Ukraine counts nine countries among its donors. Critics claim its provision of weapons to the frontline has been slow. Of the £900m donated by governments over the last two years, of which £500m came from the UK, just £404m has been committed or...

Cash for clutter: how to make money from what’s in the attic

One person’s rubbish is another person’s treasure, as they say, so you could make a chunk of cash by selling unwanted items cluttering your attic and cupboards. Coins, retro toys and games, old tech, books and magazines can all be sold, with some items possibly worth a lot more than you may think. Dig out old toys Toys don’t have to be 50 or 100 years old to be worth money. For example, Beanie Babies became a big collectible in the 1990s, and...

Europe’s last great cheap cities – with £2 beers and lunches under £5

It feels increasingly hard to find a truly cheap city to travel to. In a time when exchange rates were more favourable, and parts of Europe were far less explored, a holiday abroad could be reasonably affordable. Coffees were cheap; food was cheap. Tapas and a jug of sangria was an indulgence not because of the inevitable financial hit, but because...

This is how much it really costs to move as a renter

The figure takes into account unrecoverable costs like paying rent and bills for two properties.

£20,000 in cash? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into annual passive income of £53,671

Our writer explains how he’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a very attractive passive income stream in future. The post £20,000 in cash? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into annual passive income of £53,671 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Black undercover police officer beaten up by his own colleagues awarded $23.5m

Black undercover police officer beaten up by his own colleagues awarded $23.5m - Fellow undercover officer told investigators police in riot gear ‘beat the f*** out of [Mr Hall] like Rodney King’

Arms, financial, and humanitarian support: Aid Ukraine received from USA

The United States has been supporting Ukraine since the first days of Russia's invasion. Over the course of more than two years of full-scale war, Washington has sent dozens of packages of military and humanitarian aid, as well as providing significant financial support. More details on the assistance Ukraine received from the United States since F...

3 top US dividend stocks for value investors to consider in 2024

I’m searching far and wide to find the best dividend stocks that money can buy. Do the Americans have more to offer when it comes to value investing? The post 3 top US dividend stocks for value investors to consider in 2024 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Google lays off more workers and fires protestors in tumultuous week

Google's persistent layoffs, which have been occurring on-and-off since January 2023, have hit at least three teams in the latest round of cuts.

What the papers say – April 19

What the papers say – April 19 - A variety of stories feature on the front pages of the nation’s papers on Friday.

EU proposes youth mobility agreement with UK to help youngsters travel, work and live in both areas

The agreement would make it easier for under-30s to live, work and travel between the EU and the UK. View on euronews

PIP payment to be overhauled as Sunak shakes up the benefits system

Rishi Sunak has announced a major review of how Britain's disability benefits system works

Women reveal why they chose financial security over love

Women reveal why they chose financial security over love - ‘Don’t ever let a man or anyone limit your freedom,’ one person wrote

Average net worth of Americans by age — see how you compare

Zuber Issa to offload Asda stake as billionaire brothers separate business empire

Zuber Issa is reportedly close to agreeing a deal to offload his 22.5pc share in the retailer to TDR Capital, according to Bloomberg News, which would hand majority control of the chain to the private equity giant. The deal would increase TDR’s holding in Asda by about two-thirds, while the transaction would further dismantle the relationship betwe...

Preparations made for Government takeover of Thames Water, reports say

Preparations made for Government takeover of Thames Water, reports say - Thames Water could be effectively nationalised if it goes bust, according to reports in the Guardian newspaper.

Motorists to be taxed more than smokers as war on drivers revs up

Motorists will be taxed more than smokers within years as the cost of driving hits record highs. Road tax revenues are predicted to overtake tobacco duties for the first time next year followed by the insurance premium levy in 2026, according to Telegraph analysis of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) statistics. Vehicle Excise Duty receipt...

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Spirals as Netflix Nosedives

A big earnings boom for credit card giant American Express helped the Dow notch another win.

Caitlin Clark reportedly expecting seven-figure Nike endorsement deal worth eye-watering amount

Caitlin Clark reportedly expecting seven-figure Nike endorsement deal worth eye-watering amount - Clark was picked by the Indiana Fever during 15 April’s WNBA draft

What Are the Highest-Paying Jobs in Your City?

These are the highest-paying jobs — paying $150K or more — across the U.S. What do top earners in your city do for a living?

The average salary you can expect in the UK based on your age (and how to get it)

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UK allocates over $180 million to bolster Ukraine's energy system

Britain pledges nearly £150 million (over $180 million) to bolster Ukraine's energy sector, according to Neil Holland, the UK's permanent representative to the OSCE. "The UK is intensifying efforts to support Ukraine and has committed nearly £150m to bolster Ukraine’s energy sector. We are continuing to work with G7+ partners to help Ukraine repair...

One small thing that can make the biggest difference to your family when you die

Most people who take out a life insurance policy do so for peace of mind, knowing their family will get a lump sum payout when they pass away. However, it could also provide a headache for grieving relatives, who can get caught out by unexpected tax bills and payout delays when they try to cash the policy in. Writing a policy into trust is one way ...

You can buy a European house for just €1 – here’s how the scheme works

Couple renovating kitchen find hoard of Civil War coins

A couple renovating the kitchen of a 17th-century cottage found a £35,000 coin hoard hidden under the floor. Betty and Robert Fooks had recently bought the property and were carrying out work to remove the kitchen’s concrete floor to create more ceiling height. Mr Fooks dug down 2ft with a pickaxe by torchlight and unearthed a smashed glazed potter...

When it comes to workout tops for women, we're super fussy - but these 10 come MCUK editor-approved

High quality and chic

Ashcroft demands Starmer apologises for Rayner ‘smear’ accusations

The row between Keir Starmer and Michael Ashcroft deepened on Friday after the billionaire Conservative donor demanded an apology from the Labour leader for accusing him of “smearing” Angela Rayner over her tax affairs. Lord Ashcroft hit back two days after Starmer said at prime minister’s questions on Wednesday: “We have a billionaire prime minister and a billionaire peer, both of whose families have used schemes to avoid millions of pounds of...

Germany wants to buy four additional Patriot systems - Bloomberg

Germany is considering the possibility of buying four additional Patriot air defense systems worth 1.2 billion euros, as reported by Bloomberg. "The plans are at an early stage and officials are still assessing how to finance the expanded order, which could lift the overall price tag to about €2.6 billion," writes the agency. At the same time, a re...

Top 6 US industries where you can earn the most money

Gen Xers Ask: ‘Can I Afford to Retire?’

A feature on how Gen Xers are struggling with retirement planning.

My mortgage ends soon on my shared ownership home: Should I pay it off or increase my stake? DAVID HOLLINGWORTH REPLIES

Being mortgage-free is attractive and would remove rate uncertainty - but staircasing would lower the rent. Which is the better option?

Adidas eyes £500m profits as Samba surge helps brand shake off Kanye West saga

Adidas eyes £500m profits as Samba surge helps brand shake off Kanye West saga - Brand severed ties with ‘Power’ rapper over his antisemitic remarks in 2022

What you need to know to reduce your car insurance

Car insurance premiums are on the rise but it’s still possible to get a good deal if you follow these tips.

5 passive income ideas I’m already using

These five passive income ideas are already helping this writer earn money regularly without having to work for it. Here he explains why he likes them. The post 5 passive income ideas I’m already using appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Why is bitcoin halving this weekend? How the event could affect the cryptocurrency's value

This is Money looks at what bitcoin halving is, why it is happening now and how this could impact its value.

Bitcoin slides below $60,000 on reports Israel strikes Iran

(Reuters) - Cryptocurrencies fell heavily and bitcoin broke below $60,000 on Friday in a rush out of risky assets following reports of an Israeli missile strike on Iran. Bitcoin slid more than 5.5% to $59,961 in the Asia session as the U.S. dollar rose broadly. Ether fell by a similar margin, dropping below the $3,000 barrier to $2,895. Israeli missiles hit a site in Iran, ABC News reported,

Oil Markets React to Reports of Israeli Attack on Iran

Oil pared an earlier jump, after Iranian media appeared to downplay alleged retaliatory strikes from Israel reported by US officials. Brent crude traded about 2% higher after earlier soaring above $90 a barrel over potential concerns for a wider regional conflict. Bloomberg's Stephen Stapczynski reports.

‘Humiliated’: carer made to pay back £3.8k after mistake declaring income

The pain cuts through Davina Ware’s voice as she describes her experience of carer’s allowance, the meagre weekly benefit given to those heralded by the government as Britain’s “unsung heroes”. She feels “humiliated,” “devastated,” and “treated like a conniving thief” by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) since she received its demand, three months before her retirement, to repay nearly £4,000. Her crime? She calculated the earnings of...

How much money do people your age usually save? See how you compare

How much are people saving each year, and how does that change depending on what stage of life they are in? A new study looked at how our emergency funds change over our lifetimes.

A teacher, a software engineer and a banker: These are the New Yorkers who hold Trump’s fate in their hands

A teacher, a software engineer and a banker: These are the New Yorkers who hold Trump’s fate in their hands - Five women and seven men have been tasked with hearing the first-ever criminal case against a US president

5 steps to start targeting £1,000 in monthly passive income

With dividend shares, building a large passive income stream is possible even with little cash available. Zaven Boyrazian explains how in five easy steps. The post 5 steps to start targeting £1,000 in monthly passive income appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Could my mortgage cost me more than I make from house price rises?

With the help of data from Finder, we crunch the numbers on predicted mortgage costs and house price rises in the coming decades. Will homeowners still be better off?

‘Avalanche of utter stress’: carers’ health suffering as DWP claws back benefits

Carers have described suffering an “avalanche of utter stress” due to the government’s “abhorrent” approach to clawing back benefits, as official figures revealed the widespread ill health of those caring for loved ones. The Department for Work and Pensions has been under fire since the Guardian revealed that tens of thousands of unpaid carers are being forced to pay back huge sums – and in some cases prosecuted for fraud – over “honest...

8 dazzling gold and silver treasures

Here are 10 stunning gold and silver treasures, dating from millennia to centuries ago

Drivers face paying more than 150p per litre amid ‘shocking’ petrol price rises

Drivers face paying more than 150p per litre for fuel after “shocking” price rises, amid concerns about profiteering by petrol stations. Almost a quarter of petrol stations are already charging this amount or more, according to the AA, meaning it costs £82.50 to fill the tank of a typical 55 litre petrol car. Average pump prices on Tuesday stood at...

Searching for an evergreen classic? Here are 10 options for under £50,000

This week’s list is one of the most varied yet, with everything from juvenile hot hatches to coastal cruisers included. Enjoy

Voices: I’m a comedian – here’s how I detoxified my masculinity (and you can too)

I’m a comedian – here’s how I detoxified my masculinity (and you can too) - COMMENT: Just because you lift weights and take care of your body doesn’t automatically make you a toxic male, writes comedian Robin Morgan. Just look at Joe Wicks and Bukayo Saka...