In 1936, when tensions were rising across Europe, the War Office acquired Monkton Farleigh, a disused quarry near Bath. It transformed the mine into the largest underground ammunition depot in the world, keeping thousands of weapons secure and hidden throughout the Second World War. The mine fell into disrepair, but in 2008 it was acquired … Read more
Many households are desperately worried about what the coronavirus crisis means for their jobs, pensions and savings. But if you get creative, there are ways you can make some extra cash without setting foot outside the door. From filling in surveys to recording audiobooks, we found out how five successful homeworkers are earning a living … Read more
Meghan King proves you can still earn fashion stripes under quarantine …as she steps out after ex Jim Edmonds confirms relationship with ‘threesome’ partner By George Stark For Dailymail.com Published: 19:48 BST, 21 April 2020 | Updated: 20:01 BST, 21 April 2020 Meghan King is proving you can still earn your fashion strips while under … Read more
More than 2,500 council workers earn over £100,000-a-year, new analysis of public spending reveals The number of town hall officials on six-figure salaries increases to 2,667 There are 32 local authority executives earning more than £250,000 a year It comes as many councils hiked their annual tax bills by 3.9 per cent this month TaxPayers’ … Read more
Earn your stripes! An oarsome way to see the beauty of Venice is by rowing your own gondola The City of Water has 433 licensed gondoliers recognised by their striped shirts You’ll pay €80 (£70) for a daytime half-hour ride or €120 (£100) after 7pm Toby Walne has a go at rowing a gondola and … Read more
After working steadily since the age of 16, Judie Jancovich was looking forward to retiring on a full state pension. But she is set to lose about £1,000 a year in retirement income as government guidelines were not properly explained on official forms. The university lecturer, now 64, is among possibly thousands of women whose … Read more