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1+ hour, 13+ min ago  (468+ words) The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) announced that MPs will get a "5,000 pay increase this year with a plan to raise it to "110,000 by 2029 MPs will have their salary increased by a total of "19,000 by 2029, the watchdog has announced. The…...

2+ hour, 42+ min ago  (367+ words) Additional copy by Stefanie Waldek. Roger Seifter, a partner at Robert A.M. Stern Architects, says his biggest tip for creating a beautiful, expressive garden is to remember that even the most utilitarian-feeling areas can be transformed. Your outdoor space, even if…...

3+ hour, 47+ min ago  (235+ words) Say cheers with this affordable Chardonnay. In recent years, grocery store chains like Trader Joe's and Aldi have been giving wine shops and liquor stores a run for their money as many shoppers' go-to source for libations. So it's not…...

4+ hour, 34+ min ago  (713+ words) Amanda and her husband made peace with how they thought their life would look. Married for 17 years without having children, they weren't reckless with money " but they also weren't planning aggressively for retirement. In fact, they have $0 in retirement savings....

5+ hour, 37+ min ago  (457+ words) Shoppers disagreed over the Home Bargains decor(Image: Getty) Home Bargains customers are divided over a "14.99 garden ornament, with some describing it as 'adorable' and others as 'creepy'. The discount retailer is well-known for its budget-friendly home and garden items....

8+ hour, 14+ min ago  (662+ words) Jessie Buckley's red carpet appearances this award season have been her best yet, and a lot of it is down to her makeup artist, Nina Park. She has perfected Jessie's red carpet beauty look, but her makeup at this year's…...

8+ hour, 19+ min ago  (979+ words) Pairing heating upgrades with efficient insulation is usually the quickest route to lower bills and a warmer home The Independent Home Channel is powered by Octopus Energy. With energy bills a concern for many households, upgrading your central heating system…...

9+ hour, 1+ min ago  (1619+ words) Luxury fashion pricing has reached a level where owning an authentic designer bag is no longer practical for most buyers. In 2026, the retail price of a single luxury handbag can easily exceed the cost of a used car, placing it…...

9+ hour, 33+ min ago  (246+ words) While many effective dehumidifiers sit in the "100 to "300 price bracket, there are more affordable options available While many effective dehumidifiers sit in the "100 to "300 price bracket, there are more affordable options available. After testing a wide range of models for…...

9+ hour, 51+ min ago  (1808+ words) With options from M&S, Waitrose, Lindt and more, here's a cracking selection of chocolate treats For the chocoholics among us, Easter is one of the best times of year. Indeed, the moment Valentine's Day chocolates have been scoffed, our…...