Bank of England data show mortgage approvals dropped in August as borrowing costs rose, while diesel prices approached a new record high, the Guardian reports.
Diesel prices at UK forecourts have climbed to a record 199.18 pence per litre, even as housebuilder shares gained following the announcement of a new homes scheme.
A childminder said rising heating oil costs, linked in part to the impact of the war in Iran on energy markets, are creating a severe financial burden, according to the BBC.
A scheme running in schools in Birmingham, Walsall and other parts of the West Midlands is redistributing surplus food to support struggling families.
The University of Gloucestershire says a growing share of students starting courses are choosing to stay at home rather than move away.
The founder of Leeds Baby Bank says referrals to the charity have risen sharply, prompting an urgent call for donations and support.
A surge in mergers and acquisitions has generated bumper fees for the City, reigniting criticism of high pay amid the cost of living crisis.
Motoring group the RAC says it expects the average UK diesel price to reach a new record high over the weekend.
Maureen Bougeard says prospective volunteer drivers often drop out once they learn about expenses.
Economists say more Australians are seeking additional work to cover rising costs, as new data shows unemployment climbing to its highest level since the pandemic.
The London production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will reopen next month reformatted into a single show after a decade running in two parts.
Business owners say higher fuel costs are creating challenges on multiple fronts, from operating expenses to customer spending.
The Trussell Trust says some food banks are having to pay for 30-50% of the food they distribute amid mounting financial strain.
A growing number of young people are staying at home while attending university because they cannot afford to move out, according to the BBC.
Rising rates raise borrowing costs and reshape savings returns, but the impact falls unevenly across different income and age groups, according to CNBC.
ONS figures show the average length of marriages ending in divorce in England and Wales reached a record high last year, with lawyers citing financial pressures.
Figures show marriages ending in divorce in England and Wales are lasting longer, with lawyers pointing to financial pressures.
A quarterly Choice survey found the average cost of a basket of essentials climbed to $43.62 across Coles, Woolworths, IGA and Aldi between March and June.
A basket of essentials at Coles, Woolworths, IGA and Aldi rose to an average of $43.62 between March and June, the consumer group found.
A growing number of tenants are turning to food banks as the shortfall between local housing allowance payments and actual rents grows, with the gap reaching as much as £324 a month in London.