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The UK government has promised that existing ISA balances remain tax-free and unaffected by any upcoming changes to ISA rules. While Chancellor Rachel Reeves may cut the Cash ISA allowance in July 2025, existing savings stay protected. Experts say policy shifts only impact future contributions, not current pots. Recent activity suggests savers are anxious about these changes.

Andrea McLean, best known for Loose Women, revealed she's leaving the UK after a severe health scare and the downfall of her business. Following her near-fatal pneumonia and sepsis, McLean has chosen to move to Spain with her husband and embrace a laid-back lifestyle by the sea.

Martina Navratilova praised Amanda Anisimova for her clever tactics and mental strength in beating Aryna Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semifinal. Anisimova's precise shot placement and ability to read the grass-court game helped her overcome Sabalenka's aggression and earn her spot in the Grand Slam final.

The XEC variant, a recombinant of Omicron sublineages KP.3.3 and KS.1.1, is now the leading global COVID-19 strain in 2024. It spreads rapidly but doesn't appear to cause worse illness. Vaccines remain protective, though with somewhat reduced effectiveness. XEC has been found in over 40 countries, with the World Health Organization keeping a close eye.

Jaws is celebrating its 50th anniversary, sparking new interest in Steven Spielberg’s legendary film and the cultural wave it left behind. From a fresh pinball machine to tribute documentaries and behind-the-scenes specials, streaming platforms are brimming with content that honors the thriller’s suspense and legacy. Here’s what makes Jaws still bite after five decades.

Love Island USA Season 7 has seen big changes after Casa Amor, leaving a handful of couples in the race for $100k. Nic and Olandria have become fan favorites thanks to their resilience, but a few other pairs are still contenders. America's vote will crown the winner on July 13, 2025.

Yorkshire Water is enforcing a hosepipe ban starting July 11, 2025, after the driest spring in over a century. Residents face strict limitations on water use, while businesses retain some exemptions. The move is designed to protect reservoir stocks as drought and heatwaves continue across the region.

Marcus Fakana, a 19-year-old Brit, was freed from a Dubai jail after a royal pardon, spotlighting tough UAE laws and cultural gaps. His arrest over a relationship with a 17-year-old—legal in the UK but not in Dubai—sparked global scrutiny. Advocacy groups are still fighting for other Britons held in the UAE.

A lorry ploughed through the M60’s central reservation, smashing into several vehicles and shutting the motorway in both directions for 24 hours. The eight-vehicle pile-up left commuters stranded, sparked a massive emergency response, and has triggered ongoing investigations. No deaths were reported but the fallout rattled drivers across Greater Manchester.

Chelsea is keen on signing Bayern Leverkusen's Jonathan Tah as the defender nears free agency. While the Blues are pushing for a move to the Premier League, Bayern Munich looks to outpace both Chelsea and Barcelona, all while the London club struggles to shore up its defense.