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As the cost of living crisis continues to squeeze households across the UK, energy giant British Gas has revealed a hack it claims could cut your energy bills by up to 10%. And it takes just seconds to do.Experts suggest there's one minor tweak you can make to your property that demands virtually no effort but may deliver significant results.According to British Gas, the answer involves your thermostat.By reducing your thermostat by merely one degree, households could save up to 10% on their yearly heating bills. This takes literally two seconds to complete, and people may not even notice the difference in temperature.The guidance arrives as welcome news for many, particularly as we face a shift in the energy sector. Regulating body Ofgem has confirmed that the energy price cap is sched...

The energy price cap will come down in April (Image: Getty)Martin Lewis has revealed how households paying energy bills can pocket £200 in savings. The money-saving expert discussed utility costs ahead of the price cap adjustment on April 1.Energy regulator Ofgem confirmed on February 25 that the energy price cap would drop by 7 per cent for the period spanning April 1 to June 30, 2026. This adjustment translates to a cut of approximately £10 monthly for the typical household consuming both electricity and gas.Notably, Mr Lewis - while speaking on his BBC podcast - suggested that now presents the ideal moment to 'get off the price cap'. He indicated there was an even more straightforward approach to obtaining lower energy bills.The price cap represents the default tariff imposed when a ...

Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com. Burger King is updating its signature Whopper for the first time in nearly a decade, the company announced Thursday. After receiving feedback from customers, the fast-food chain said it will now serve the burger on a "more premium, better tasting bun," and in a box instead of the current paper wrapper."Over the past several years, we’ve focused on strengthening our operations and modernizing our restaurants to build a more consistent foundation across the system," said Tom Curtis, president of Burger King U.S. and Canada. "With that work well underway, we’re now in a position to thoughtfully elevate our core menu. The Whopper is an icon, so we didn’t set out to reinvent it. Instead, we elevated it based on direct Guest feedback." WENDY'...

Certain people can get discounts for their council tax bills (Image: Getty)Certain people may be entitled to a full 100% discount on their council tax bill if they fulfil specific criteria. Government guidelines indicate that whilst some residents are exempt from the total cost, others may be eligible for a partial reduction.Council tax is an annual charge levied by your local council. The amount is set by your council and contributes towards the provision of local services.The council tax you pay is dependent on both your location and the valuation of your property. Generally, if you're 18 or older, you're obligated to pay council tax.Full council tax is calculated based on at least two adults living in a home. Couples cohabiting are jointly responsible for settling the bill.However, n...

Check out whats clicking on FoxBusiness.com. State Farm announced Thursday that it will pay the largest dividend in company history to auto loan customers, who are in line to receive $5 billion in cash back. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, also known as State Farm Mutual, said it will make a one-time distribution this summer to customers across over 49 million vehicles covered by State Farm Mutual auto policies.The company's dividend payments are expected to average $100 by vehicle and will vary based on the policyholder's state of residence as well as the premiums they paid. INSURANCE GIANT LIFTS CAP ON CALIFORNIA HOMEOWNERS POLICIES, BUT IT COMES AT A COST State Farm announced that the $5 billion dividend for auto insurance customers will be its largest ever....

India Index founder and CEO Samir Kapadia discusses the benefits of President Donald Trump's trade deal with India on 'Mornings with Maria.' Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, accompanied by U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, met his Indian counterpart in New Delhi Thursday. The meeting comes less than a week after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs. India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal hailed the talks as "very fruitful," posting a picture of the three officials smiling together. The meeting signaled renewed momentum, even though India had been among the first Asian nations to react to the court's decision. Just days earlier, New Delhi had postponed talks with Washington aimed at finalizing a trade framework. Still...

The Corcoran Group agent Julian Johnston exclusively speaks to Fox News Digital about the new wave of California billionaires migrating to South Florida due to a proposed wealth tax. A new analysis of the 10 most expensive ZIP codes in the U.S. finds that California continues to be home to a significant portion of the nation's most luxurious properties. Economists at Realtor.com sought to find the 10 most expensive communities in the U.S. by focusing on areas with at least 30 active listings in January to identify qualified ZIP codes. From there, they ranked markets by median listing price. And, in cases when that was tied in two markets, the median square footage of the listed properties was used as a tiebreaker."The latest data analysis shows that entry into this exclusive top 10...

Data suggests that the number of estates exceeding £2 million is increasing (Image: Getty)The number of families expected to lose a key inheritance tax relief is forecast to rise to around four times its current level by the end of the decade. The increase comes as more estates breach the £2 million threshold.According to an analysis based on HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) data, by 2030/31, more than 16,000 estates are expected to exceed £2 million in value, triggering the withdrawal of the £175,000 residence nil rate band. The forecasted number compares with 3,620 households affected by the withdrawal in 2022-23. READ MORE: April 6 tax warning issued to UK pensioners READ MORE: 'Inheritance tax change in weeks – steps to take if you're at risk of HMRC bill' Chancellor Rachel Reeves h...

Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com. A major high-tax blue state has seen a significant population loss due to domestic out-migration over the last five years, new research found. Massachusetts recorded a net loss of about 182,000 residents to domestic out-migration from April 2020 to July 2025, according to an analysis of the state's workforce by the Pioneer Institute. The free market think tank noted the population decline is equivalent to losing roughly one and half Cambridges in that period."With domestic out-migration levels growing prior to the pandemic and remaining significantly elevated beyond it, it is clear out-migration is a structural phenomenon that is here to stay and not just a byproduct of remote work and the pandemic," the report explained. "Those leaving...

Prices are back on the rise (Image: cokada via Getty Images)Petrol costs in the UK are on the rise as experts encourage Brits to purchase fuel before prices escalate further, with "heightened tensions" globally triggering a surge in oil prices. Average petrol prices at filling stations have increased over the past two weeks in the UK, following a steady decline since mid-December.The current average stands at 131.71p per litre – a rise from 131.46p on February 9, according to experts this week. They attributed the increase in petrol prices to global instability, with Brent crude surpassing $71 per barrel – the highest since July 2025 – due to escalating tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.They also pointed out that Donald Trump's tariffs are causing rippl...