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Lotto players encouraged to double check their slip as they could win a free lucky dip

Many might not know that matching two numbers on a Lotto ticket means that they are eligible for a free lucky dip ticket - with reader managed to bag £109 from three numbers this way.




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Broadband customers are seeing their bills increase by as much as 89% when their contract ends

Out of the 68% of customers hit with a price rise, some providers even increased prices by as much as 89%, according to data from Which?.




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Third of travel insurance doesn't cover Flybe style airline collapses

Following news that the budget airline is the latest to go bust, customers stranded abroad will be left wondering how they will get home - but a third of those are likely to be left vulnerable.




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Coronavirus and travel insurance questions answered

Britons looking forward to trips abroad in weeks and months ahead are nervously watching what happens with coronavirus. We look at what travel insurance will cover.




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Birmingham has the fastest internet in the UK: We reveal which cities have the best download speeds

With an aggregate median download speed of 28.9Mbps, the West Midlands city was quicker than any of its rivals, according to research from RootMetrics.




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Patients of Finest Dental left suffering the consequences of the firm shutting down without warning 

A large number of patients are mid-treatment with some even left without teeth as they were waiting for implants to be fitted.




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Millions of first generation smart meters fitted last year as rate of installations drops 

Nearly 1.5m first generation smart meters were installed in households across the country last year - despite the fact these installations do not count towards official target figures.




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LV 'temporarily' stops selling travel insurance due to coronavirus

Insurance giant LV stopped selling travel insurance  last night in a move described by one expert as 'alarming'.




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More firms pull the plug on travel insurance due to coronavirus

Aviva and Direct Line followed LV, the Post Office and Admiral, who announced yesterday that they would stop the sale of travel policies to new customers.




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Will broadband and energy firms help people stuck at home by coronavirus? 

Bills are expected to increase for many over this time period but in light of this, some suppliers have announced they will be reviewing how they charge their customers in the next few weeks.




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Virgin Mobile gives pay monthly customers unlimited minutes and data boost for free

The network said it will be offering unlimited minutes to landlines and other mobile numbers, plus a 10GB data boost, at no extra cost, for a month to those paying monthly as of Monday 23 March.




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Landlords can still serve eviction notices during the coronavirus outbreak

Last week the Ministry of Housing promised a 'complete ban on evictions' for those unable to work due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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How to renew insurance properly during coronavirus outbreak

Customers buying a new insurance policy, or renewing an old one, are advised to purchase cover based on their normal behaviour and not base it on their current lives under coronavirus restrictions.




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Your coronavirus financial questions answered

Coronavirus is hitting our financial lives like nothing in modern history. Here, we answer some of the many questions you have raised - on everything from work to home, cars and lifestyle.




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You can still live the good life in lockdown - so dig for victory over the Coronavirus!

Confinement to home may stretch some relationships, but it could also encourage you to become a little less reliant on the weekly shop. Here, Toby Walne looks at some do-it-yourself food and drink ideas.




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'Insurance' firm Home and General billed my in-laws twice for the same TV

An elderly couple in their eighties who both had dementia were sold £125 'insurance' for the same TV twice by the same company under different names.




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How many energy firms could go bust in 2020?

Last year, 24 energy firms went bust according to an FOI request. It comes as the market becomes more competitive and the price cap bites the challenger brands.




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The best energy tariffs on the market that DON'T require you to have a smart meter installed

In order to reach their Government targets, many of the larger energy firms have said that customers will only be able to access the cheapest deals if they agree to have a device installed.




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Banks blocking payments for shoppers buying food online for first time

Major flaws with security checks have led to some banks mistakenly flagging first-time online grocery orders as suspected fraud. The payment is then blocked and the order is then often cancelled.




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Energy firms owe £1.7bn to households which have overpaid for energy

One in ten customers could be due a rebate of more than £200, while almost half are owed £136, says Uswitch. Overpayments arise when bills are paid by direct debit.




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Most insurance won't pay out for coronavirus - can you still protect yourself if things go wrong?

If you're thinking of taking out insurance to protect yourself from financial troubles brought on by coronavirus, it's vital you make sure that your policy will actually pay out if you make a claim.




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Need a trim during lockdown? The long and short of cutting your own hair

In a bid to remain sane and smarten up your act, it might be tempting to pick up a pair of scissors to become your own barber or hairdresser. It is not a step to be taken lightly.




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CeX customers left out of pocket after tech firm delivers faulty items

Some customers, including Chris (pictured), have reported receiving faulty items while others have not received online orders at all, according to Which?




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Amazon Prime Day 2019: Best 10 deals on wireless devices

Whether you're a fitness or a selfie obsessive, want to upgrade your home audio or just need some cordless DIY done, we run through the best deals on wireless devices that Amazon are offering this Prime Day.




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Amazon Prime Day 2019: The best deals on hairdryers, shavers and more

Whether it's a new hairdryer or an electric toothbrush you're after, here's our pick of the best Amazon Prime Day deals for all your personal grooming needs.




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Black Friday UK 2019: Amazon's sale prices for Echo, Kindle, Fire and TV devices revealed

Amazon's Black Friday deals have launched with huge savings on their smart home devices including the Echo Dot, Echo Show, Fire Sticks, Kindles and more. Find out what you can save here...




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Best wireless headphones 2019: Top alternatives to the Apple AirPods

The market for true wireless headphones has exploded in recent years. For those unwilling to shell out £140.99 for the latest AirPods, here are the best wireless earphone alternatives you can find.




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From the Fitbit Inspire to the Apple Watch Series 5: The best activity trackers

Picking activity trackers is hard. Which one to go for, the top-of-the-range smartwatch or the simple-wristband that doesn't break the bank? We take a look at some of the best ones on the market




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Apple AirPods review: Why the latest model is an Amazon bestseller

With improved performance while retaining the product's iconic look and feel, the updated Apple AirPods are already an Amazon bestseller in the headphone category.




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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez enjoy another day of their St Barth getaway with her son

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez were seen causally strolling through St Barth with her son, Nikko Gonzalez, as they explored the French Caribbean island on Monday.




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Jeff Bezos's girlfriend Lauren Sanchez has huge diamond ring

The couple, left, are spending time with Roman Abramovich's ex-wife Dasha Zhukova, inset, on superyacht the Rising Sun. Karlie Kloss andJosh Kushner were also pictured Sunday, right.




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Coronavirus US: Amazon warehouses begin to run out of items

Amazon says many household items are out of stock due to increased demand as the coronavirus spreads across the US. The company is warning of slower shipping times.




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Coronavirus: Amazon limits warehouses to essential items only

Amazon will stop stocking and shipping all non-medical and non-essential supplies from its warehouses until April 5 in order to prioritize goods needed amid the coronavirus crisis.




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Coronavirus US: LA Amazon delivery man SPITS on package

Ring doorbell footage caught when an Amazon delivery man appears to spit on a package he has just delivered to a home in Los Angeles' Hancock Park neighborhood amid the coronavirus outbreak.




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Coronavirus France: Court limits Amazon to essential deliveries

A French court has ordered Amazon to restrict all its deliveries in the country to essential goods during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as food, hygiene products, and medical supplies.




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Coronavirus UK: Amazon could deliver swab kits in pilot scheme

With just 13 days to go until Health Secretary Matt Hancock has promised the UK will test 100,000 people a day, but figures showed there has been no progress for a week.




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Raheem Sterling reveals Lionel Messi is the only shirt missing from his incredible collection

The Manchester City winger revealed his desire to have a room in his house dedicated to trophies and another for the shirts he has picked up throughout his career.




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Arsenal 'eye move for Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao' following his torrid first year in Spain

The 22-year-old centre back arrived at the Bernabeu last summer in a £44million move from Porto, but has played just 13 games all season and has played a lot out of position at Real Madrid.




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Kyle Walker's former flame gives birth to his baby just weeks after his lockdown sex party shame

Lauryn Goodman took to social media channel Instagram to announce the news on Monday afternoon, alongside a photo of her with the newborn baby.




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Manchester City owners hopeful of adding Ligue 2 side Nancy to their growing portfolio of clubs

City Football Group (CFG) have been in negotiations with the Ligue 2 outfit about becoming the organisation's ninth team but the Coronavirus pandemic has put talks on ice.




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Coronavirus: How Premier League clubs are slowly re-opening their facilities to help players

A handful of Premier League clubs have re-opened their training grounds this week to allow players to come and complete fitness work while observing strict social distancing rules.




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Virgil van Dijk, Sadio Mane and Mo Salah make EA Sports' Premier League Team of the Season so far

Club captain Jordan Henderson, full-backs Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson and goalkeeper Alisson were the other members of Jurgen Klopp's side to make the 20-man squad.




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Sergio Aguero admits he finds it difficult to face Virgil van Dijk as he labels him one of the best

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has heaped praise on Virgil van Dijk, admitting the Liverpool defender's physical attributes make him extremely tough to play against.




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Manchester City FC airliner used to transport MEAT during coronavirus pandemic

EXCLUSIVE: Etihad has a large cargo operation, but has been forced to repurpose 22 of its passenger planes as freighters during the coronavirus pandemic, including the Man City jet.




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Coronavirus UK: Which of the 20 Premier League grounds is most likely to be a 'neutral' venue?

It's likely that the remaining 92 Premier League matches will be played at 'neutral' venues if the season can resume. But which of the top-flight stadiums is best equipped to stage the games?




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Coronavirus: West Ham's Manuel Lanzini latest star to express concerns about restarting season

West Ham attacking midfielder Lanzini has become the latest top-flight star to publicly voice concerns about resuming playing, joining the likes of Aguero and Rudiger.




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Scotland and Man City star Caroline Weir joins Juan Mata's Common Goal Foundation

The 24-year-old Manchester City playmaker makes history as the 150th professional footballer to pledge a minimum of one per cent from her salary to the organisation.




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Stars are able to have their say on Project Restart... via WhatsApp!

EXCLUSIVE: Players are being asked to share their concerns on Project Restart over WhatsApp, with the PFA then reporting their members' issues back to the Premier League.




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Samir Nasri reveals remarkable freedom he was given at Sevilla by Jorge Sampaoli

The former France international enjoyed a renaissance with Sevilla under Argentine Sampaoli in the 2016-17 season after spells with Arsenal and Manchester City.




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How coronavirus will destroy the football transfer market and slash player values by £9BILLION

The worrying projection comes with leagues across Europe grappling with how to restart their campaigns, with France's Ligue 1 having already been forced to cancel.