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Latest data from the Office for National Statistics shows average wage growth stands at 3.4% but how inflation wipes most of that out07:19, 21 Jul 2026View 3 ImagesWage growth has slowed, piling pressure on household finances (Image: Getty Images/EyeEm)The average worker saw their pay rise by just 0.4% after taking inflation into account in the three months to May, the Office for National Statistics confirmed.The rise in what is called “real terms” pay compared with 0.3% in the three months to April, and highlights the!-->!-->!-->…

The World Cup has reached its conclusion with a tense 120-minute battle between Spain and Argentina07:00, 21 Jul 2026Ronaldo was banned from having sex during the World Cup(Image: JIMIN LAI/AFP via Getty Images)Ronaldo was banned from having sex for 40 days during the 2002 World Cup in order to focus on Brazil's chances of winning. The striker then promised he would "have sex in a few moments" after defeating Germany 2-0 in the final.Brazil relied heavily on the forward during the tournament as he won the top scorer award…

JUST JANE by Jane O’GormanIf you have a problem that needs solving and you don't know where to turn, look no further.Every day, the Daily Star's very own agony aunt Jane O'Gorman is on hand to tackle your issues and concerns with some straight-talking but sound advice.If you want help, you can write to Just Jane, Daily Star, One Canada Square, London, E145AP or email jane.ogorman@reachplc.com. Please note that Jane cannot respond to individual letters and not all problems will be published.Outrageous liesMy new girlfriend is…

Millions of households across the UK will benefit from immediate action to help with their electricity bills this winter, the Prime Minister has announced as one of his first decisions in office06:28, 21 Jul 2026Updated 06:56, 21 Jul 2026View 2 ImagesBritain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham(Image: James Veysey/Shutterstock)Andy Burnham has announced VAT on electricity bills will be removed in one of his first acts as Prime Minister.The new PM, who promised breathing space on the cost of living in his first speech from…