House prices rise in the North but fall down South as mortgage squeeze hits expensive homes

By Helen Crane Updated: 11:09 BST, 1 July 2024 House prices are climbing again, according to Britain’s biggest building society, but a North-South divide has emerged as high mortgage rates hit pricey southern homes. The typical house price increased by 1.5 per cent or £3,825 in the year to June, according to Nationwide – but … Read more

Professional cuddler reveals how she makes up to £75 an hour giving hugs during This Morning – even giving host Ben Shephard a squeeze

By Maria Chiorando For Mailonline Published: 15:16 BST, 1 July 2024 | Updated: 15:17 BST, 1 July 2024 A woman has revealed how she can make up to £75 an hour just by hugging strangers. Professional cuddler Anikó Rose, who is based in Manchester, appeared on This Morning earlier today to discuss her unusual job. … Read more