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The exact salary your partner needs to earn for you to be a stay-at-home parent

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It's a question that crosses many parents' minds as they consider missing out on their little ones' milestones while sat in an office.

I am being hounded to pay my licence fee even though I don't watch live TV. This was the letter I was sent... what can I do? SALLY SORTS IT reveals why so many are being targeted - and how to end your torment

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TV licensing sent me a letter saying I watched BBC iPlayer without a licence. But I don't know what iPlayer looks like, never mind how to use it...

BP says North Sea is no longer 'competitive' and urges Andy Burnham to scrap windfall taxes on oil and gas

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The boss of BP has said the North Sea is no longer 'competitive' as she urged Andy Burnham to scrap windfall taxes on the oil and gas industry.

How to start investing: The best platforms for beginners

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Investing can seem daunting for beginners. But many investment platforms have removed barriers to entry, making it more straightforward to get started. Find out how.

Revolut founder Nik Storonsky sued in row over £300m superyacht

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The billionaire founder of Revolut is being sued by a luxury ship broker after it accused him of going 'behind its back' to avoid paying commission on a £300million yacht.

One in six couples NEVER talk about money: We reveal what to discuss before moving in together

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While 65% believe couples should talk about money before moving in together, just 11% actually did this... so what are the best conversation starters?

Domino's Pizza posts rise in sales as World Cup boosts delivery demand

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Domino's posted a surge in sales as the World Cup boosted demand for its pizza, with 45,000 extra orders made during one early England game. 

British beauty industry calls for Burnham to act on business rates

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Millie Kendall, the chief executive of the British Beauty Council, whose ambassadors include Charlotte Tilbury, Kate Moss and Trinny Woodall, has written to the Prime Minister.

Are my 1p and 2p coins worth more than face value?

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I've got a huge jar of 1 and 2p coins. Some are from the 1970s, 80s and 90s - and others are more modern. I've seen the price of copper has gone up hugely in recent times.

Ferrari has already hit its annual sales target for the controversial Luce despite stormy reaction to its first EV

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The backlash to the £500,000 Luce, revealed on May 25, has been seismic, drawing comparisons with the public outrage sparked by Jaguar's 'woke' rebrand in 2024.

Best Sipp providers: How to pick a platform for your pension

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Sipps give you control over your pension investments. The best Sipp provider will be low-cost, while offering what you need to reach your goals. See our top picks.

Help to Buy has netted Government £1.74bn... but future gains will be hit by plummeting flat prices

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The Help to Buy equity loan scheme has netted the Government £1.74bn, new data shows - though falling flat prices are likely to stunt its returns in future.

Sylvia Morris: Why I'm certain Premium Bond savers are set for a bumper year thanks to these figures

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National Savings & Investments (NS&I) desperately needs to draw in more of our cash - great news for savers!

A British motorcycling icon returns: Norton is back with the new £20,000 Manx R superbike - we've ridden it

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Norton is a name synonymous with speed. With the Isle of Man TT races. And with winning. Now it's back - a bigger than its been for decades with a range of new motorcycles.

The terrible catch-22 of being trapped in an unsellable flat: What to do if prices are collapsing in your city

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Flat owners in city centres across Britain are seeing the price of their properties plummet, grim new data has revealed.

Segro becomes fifth FTSE 100 firm to confirm foreign takeover after £14bn deal

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Segro has accepted Prologis's £14billion takeover, bringing an end to a weeks-long battle that will see another British firm be taken over by a foreign firm.

Best cash Isa rates: Our pick of the five top deals

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We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.

BT faces a backlash for charging £30 to set up broadband: These are the better deals rivals offer

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The internet provider is reintroducing a fee to help cover its costs, which means new customers are set to lose out - but there are strong deals available elsewhere.

I had a £950k salary and a happy marriage. I lost it all overnight - but I'm happier on less than minimum wage

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By his late 40s, Adam was living the kind of life most people dream about. He had luxury cars, a beautiful seven-bedroom home, and regularly flew first-class to dream locations on holiday.