Russia's gold and foreign currency holdings climbed to almost $569 billion as of 1 July, according to the latest estimates provided by the country’s central bank. They also suggest that the international funds increased by $2.7 billion, around 0.5 percent, compared to the previous month, having risen by more than $50 billion since July 2019. Highly
HOLIDAYMAKERS say they’ve been left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after arriving at “padlocked” Spanish hotels. One mum says she was so concerned her son would have to “sleep on the beach” she ended up shelling out an additional £600 for an apartment after already paying £1,500 for a hotel that was closed on arrival. Read our coronavirus live blog
Most people are planning to avoid travel even after the pandemic subsides due to health risks and economic uncertainties, a recent poll by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) shows. While some 58 percent of travelers surveyed by the aviation agency in 11 countries said they “have avoided air travel,” some 33 percent are not planning
FURLOUGH won’t be extended beyond October the government has confirmed this week, but there are big changes to the scheme coming into force from next month. Over 9.3million workers have been placed on the scheme, which has seen the government cover 80 per cent of wages up to £2,500 a month, since its launch in March . Read our coronavirus live blog
WITH Brits warned they may be forced to start wearing face masks in shops, we round-up where to get your hands on one. It comes as the Prime Minister was snapped wearing a bright blue face mask for the first time this week as he visited his Uxbridge constituency. Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & updates Face masks are already compulsory
RESTAURANTS and pubs in England and Northern Ireland are now allowed to reopen their doors for customers to dine-in, but major chains including Greggs and McDonald’s won’t be doing so. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, and fast-food outlets reopened from July 3 in Northern Ireland and from July 4 in England. Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news
NIGHTCLUBS and casinos are among the businesses that have to remain closed, although outdoor theatres and lidos in England can reopen from today. It’s good news for Brits who enjoy being outdoors, but it’s bad news for those who are desperate for a night out after almost four months in lockdown. Getty - Contributor Casinos haven’t been given permission
CORONAVIRUS saw the UK’s music industry grind to a halt from March – with many asking when nightclubs will be allowed to reopen. The UK has phased the reopening of businesses from hairdressers and restaurants to gyms , beauty salons and swimming pools from Monday, July 13, but nightclubs and gig venues remain shut. Read our coronavirus live blog for
FACE tattoos and face piercings will likely be off the cards when studios reopen with new coronavirus safety rules in place. Tattoo and piercing shops in England have been given the green light to welcome back customers from Monday, July 13. Some of the changes you can expect when you next visit a tattoo or piercing studio The announcement was made
Russian gold and foreign currency holdings hit almost $569 billion as of July 1, according to the latest data released by the country’s central bank. The international funds increased by $2.7 billion, or around 0.5 percent, compared to the previous month. They rose by more than $50 billion since last July. The state international reserves are highly
Bruenig Mega Safe AG has announced it will build giant treasure vaults right in the heart of the Swiss Alps, within the Bruenig massif, located near the city of Lucerne. The project is moving forward in conjunction with Gasser Felstechnik AG, which specialises in underground construction. The firm stated that the building of the chambers will start
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has surpassed investor Warren Buffet on the list of the wealthiest people, becoming the seventh richest person in the world. The change occurred after Tesla's stock surged 10.8% on Friday and the company reached a market value of $286.5 billion. As a result, Musk, who owns 20.8% of Tesla's stock, gained an additional
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 25 percent import duty on French goods in an effort to scuttle the country’s digital services tax – making it clear that Paris has several months to rethink cutting into Big Tech’s profits. The tariff would affect some $1.3 billion worth of imported French goods like handbags and cosmetics, the US Trade Representative’s
THE Consumer Crew are here to solve your problems. Mel Hunter will take on readers’ consumer issues, Jane Hamilton will give you the best advice for buying your dream home, and Judge Rinder will tackle your legal woes. Jane Hamilton, property expert Property expert Jane Hamilton shares her tips on finding a home in the country How to find a let with
Authorities have uncovered a poker machine 'rebirthing racket', where old pokies were sold to clubs in Sydney. Australia’s third largest pokie operator, Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group, of which Woolworths owns 75 per cent, has been fined $172,692 after two of its hotels on NSW’s north coast were found to be shouting gaming patrons alcohol
CAN you tell the difference between a scam text and a genuine one? Millions can’t and are at risk of having their bank account cleaned out or identity stolen, new research from TSB warns. Getty - Contributor Here’s how to tell which bank messages are real and which are fake[/caption] Researchers showed 2,000 adults a mix of real and fake emails and
DOZENS of jobs could be cut at the iconic Madame Tussauds attraction as a result of Covid-19, it is feared. A consultation on jobs at the world famous wax museum has been launched by bosses as a result of the financial impact of coronavirus. Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & updates Alamy Dozens of jobs could be cut at Madame Tussauds
YOU have spent weeks entertaining and teaching your kids indoors. But with lockdown rules easing and the summer holidays on the horizon, you may be wondering what to do next. If so, check out these ideas to get you and the family on a (safely distanced) day out. BLOCK THIS OFF: Bag two free tickets to Legoland Windsor Resort, worth more than £110,
SHOPPERS are being warned about fake clothes being sold via Facebook posts after a huge surge counterfiet items being bought online. Last year, 31 per cent of shoppers unintentionally bought fake products online – up from 24 per cent in 2018, according to research by Anti-Counterfeiting Group (ACG). A shop, under the name of Brand Store Clearance Online
DEBENHAMS has slashed the prices of duvets and pillows by up to 50 per cent in a dreamy sale. The sale could come in handy if you’re looking to kit out your bedroom with some new stuff as most of us are spending more time at home. Debenhams has launched a homeware sale, including up to 50 per cent off duvets and pillows The discounts on duvets and