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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Gemma Collins sells old clothes for ยฃ10 after dropping 3 stone

Gemma Collins is selling her old clothes at low prices on Vinted after a significant weight loss of three stone.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Multibillion-dollar budget deficit on tap as Alberta introduces its 2026 budget

Alberta's 2026 budget introduces a significant multibillion-dollar deficit amid rising costs due to low oil prices and population growth.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Surprising news about Askon and Sotka's bankruptcy sales โ€“ Prices could be ridiculously low

Askon and Sotka's bankruptcy sales are seeing significant discounts, with prices expected to drop to as low as a few euros as the inventory is cleared.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Signing an additional agreement on the low-price food product basket

Latvia's Economy Minister Viktor Valainis announced plans to expand the low-price food product basket with an additional agreement to be signed in early October.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Flight Tickets Double! Flight Prices Increase During Holi Rush... Bus Fares in Bihar Cheap

As the Holi festival approaches, flight ticket prices are soaring, with some tickets nearly doubling, while bus fares in Bihar remain low.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Beautiful city less than 3 hours from UK with ยฃ1.30 pints and 19C temperatures in March

Lisbon, Portugal, is highlighted as a budget-friendly city break destination for Britons, boasting low prices for pints and pleasant weather in March.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Easter's cheapest holiday destination is 4 hours from UK with 25C and ยฃ2 pints

The town of Marmaris, Turkey, has been highlighted as the cheapest European holiday destination for Easter, offering warm weather and low drink prices.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: Harsh news for electricity market users โ€“ Super cheap prices soon a rarity

Electricity market users may soon face a stark reality as extremely low prices become increasingly rare, according to Helsingin Sanomat.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Brit was stunned to see the prices at a cafรฉ in Vilnius: 'Hard to believe'

A British visitor was pleasantly surprised by the low prices at a cafรฉ in Vilnius, praising its menu and food offerings.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Apartments are being sold across Finland for a few thousand euros

Apartments in Finland are currently being advertised for prices as low as one euro as owners seek to alleviate ongoing costs such as maintenance fees and repair debts.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Is Primark Expensive? The Queen of 'Low Cost' Cannot Compete with Temu and Shein

Consumer perception of Primark is shifting as competitors like Temu and Shein gain market share, leading some to view Primark's prices as relatively high.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

PTAC: On average, 7 out of 10 categories are represented in the low-price basket offering

The Latvian PTAC reports that low-price grocery baskets at supermarkets typically cover only 7 out of 10 necessary food categories, impacting consumer options.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

US meat industry: get used to high prices

The US meat industry has indicated that high prices are becoming the new normal, with beef prices rising sharply due to production decreases and low cattle numbers.

Feb 19 โ€ข 18:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Czernica Commune organizes tenders for the sale of attractive investment areas near Wrocล‚aw

The Czernica Commune is organizing tenders for attractive investment areas due to its advantageous location near Wrocล‚aw and relatively low property prices.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In February, electricity bills may be even more expensive than in January - tell us how you are preparing for price spikes

Electricity bills in Finland are expected to rise further in February due to cold weather and low wind power production.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Honda Rebel 500 in the USA: prices, versions and why it is the ideal motorcycle to start

The Honda Rebel 500 is a classic cruiser motorcycle, ideal for beginners, known for its comfortable riding posture and low seat height.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

No One Wants to Build Wind Power Anymore

Investments in new wind power in Sweden have completely stalled, marking the worst year on record due to electricity surplus, low prices, and political uncertainty.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese steel hit with duties of up to US$670 per tonne as Brazil dumping probe concludes

Brazil has imposed significant anti-dumping duties on a range of Chinese steel products following investigations that concluded these imports were sold at unfairly low prices.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Prices Have Never Been So Low: Is This the Time to Buy a Used Electric Car?

The article discusses the historical drop in prices of used electric cars and whether now is the right time to purchase one.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cities in SC declare a state of emergency due to onion prices; understand

At least five cities in Santa Catarina have declared a state of emergency due to low onion prices affecting local farmers' livelihoods.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK Inflation drops to near one-year low as price rises ease: LIVE updates

UK inflation fell to 3% in January, marking the lowest rate since March 2025, largely due to declining petrol, food prices, and airfare rates.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Houses are being sold very cheaply in a small Finnish town โ€“ "An offer just came in from Spain an hour ago"

In Kemi's Rytikari, apartment prices are remarkably low, attracting a growing number of foreign buyers, specifically from Southern Europe.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Turning point in electricity's exorbitant prices

Finland is experiencing record-high electricity prices due to a combination of cold weather and low wind energy production, leading to significant energy consumption.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Underrated city crowned Europe's 'cheap beer capital' has ยฃ1.11 pints and ยฃ25 flights

Debrecen, Hungary's second-largest city, has been recognized as Europe's 'cheap beer capital' with incredibly low pint prices.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Searching for an apartment: Protecting property

The article discusses the acute housing shortage in urban Germany and criticizes misguided approaches to solving the issue, emphasizing the disparity in rental prices and the challenges faced by low-income individuals.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Trump says 'this is a Democrat shutdown' as he touts low inflation, falling murder rate

President Trump attributes the ongoing partial government shutdown to Democrats, while highlighting positive economic indicators during a press conference aboard Air Force One.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Bidirectional Charging: Making Money with Electricity from Electric Cars?

The article discusses bidirectional charging technology for electric vehicles, highlighting its potential to allow electric car batteries to store energy when prices are low and return it to the grid when needed.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Cheap Electricity in Summer, Expensive in Winter - Price Fluctuations Hinder Energy Production Projects

High electricity prices in winter and low prices during summer are causing financing challenges for energy project developers in Latvia and Lithuania.

Feb 16 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

High prices keep sales low in Cairo as residents prepare for Ramadan

In Cairo, rising prices are affecting sales as residents prepare for Ramadan, with many struggling to afford goods traditionally purchased for the holy month.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Aging Threatens Family Farming in America.. Who Will Inherit the Fields?

Aging farmers in the U.S. struggle to pass on their farms to younger generations, risking the future of family agriculture amidst rising costs and low commodity prices.

Feb 16 โ€ข 03:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

GRAPHIC: Coffee market price has dropped to a six-month low. Decline in Estonia is not expected soon

Coffee prices have reached a six-month low due to anticipated increased supply from Brazil and Vietnam, with significant price decreases in Estonia not expected until later this year.

Feb 15 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Sun, wind, water: The reasons behind the collapse of electricity prices in the energy market

Electricity prices have plummeted to a historic low due to favorable weather conditions and increased renewable energy production in Greece.

Feb 14 โ€ข 17:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Woman orders ยฃ18.50 Camembert in London pub and makes grim realisation

A woman was dissatisfied after discovering her ยฃ18.50 Camembert in a London pub was of low quality compared to its price.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Bill Decree, 90 Euro Bonus for the Needy. Aiming to Cut Electricity Prices

The Italian government is increasing the one-time bonus for low-income families from 55 to 90 euros as part of an upcoming electricity bill decree aimed at reducing electricity prices.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Weight loss injections drop sugar prices to the lowest level in five years

Sugar prices have plummeted to a five-year low due to weight loss drugs shifting consumer preferences toward proteins instead of sugary snacks.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Ultra fast-fashion platforms attract more than one in three French people in 2025, according to a study

A study reveals that ultra fast-fashion platforms like Shein, Temu, and AliExpress have drawn over a third of French consumers due to their low prices and extensive product offerings.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

It's Going to Get Cheap! Sugar Prices Drop to Five-Year Low - for a Surprising Reason

Sugar prices have fallen to their lowest level in over five years due to a rise in weight-loss drugs reducing consumer cravings for sweet snacks.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

WSJ: Sanctions, ship arrests, and low prices squeeze Russia's oil industry

The article discusses how Western sanctions, ship arrests, and low prices are severely impacting Russia's oil industry.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Weather is Becoming Cold Again - Hereโ€™s What Electricity Prices Look Like

Electricity prices in Finland have surged recently due to cold weather and low wind power generation, reaching over 80 cents per kilowatt-hour.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Milk prices have fallen in major EU exporting countries, including Lithuania

Milk prices have seen a significant decline in key EU exporters, notably Lithuania, amid ongoing trends of overproduction and low demand.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Even with rising house prices, consumption does not increase... 'Due to loan burden compared to investment in higher-level housing'

A report by the Bank of Korea indicates that rising housing prices negatively impact the consumption and welfare of young people and homeowners with low to moderate income.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Abandoned by Air France, Transavia aims to resume the link between Orly and Nice

Transavia, the low-cost subsidiary of Air France KLM, is taking over the route between Orly and Nice, previously serviced by Air France, to provide competitive prices and services for regular travelers.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Best options for powerful audio at low prices

This article presents a curated list of powerful yet affordable speakers suitable for gifting on occasions like Valentine's Day and for upcoming celebrations like Holi in India.

Feb 12 โ€ข 02:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Economist: And yet, the Saudis feel economically pressured

Recent developments highlight economic strain in Saudi Arabia, affecting ambitious projects like the Mukaab and The Line due to low oil prices.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Helen: This Is Why Electricity Was Extremely Expensive

Helen, a Finnish electric company, explains the recent spike in electricity prices due to increased consumption from colder temperatures and low wind power production.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

S demands that electricity price support be activated in March

The Social Democrats in Sweden are urging the government to activate promised electricity price support by March 1 due to soaring energy prices driven by low wind production and cold weather.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Alberta premier warns 'significant' deficits to come, rules out tax hikes or big cuts

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith anticipates substantial deficits for the province due to low oil prices but has dismissed tax increases and major service cuts.

Feb 10 โ€ข 21:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We have no money": grape growers gave away grapes in a protest that exposed a productive crisis

Grape growers in Mendoza, Argentina protested against low grape prices by giving away grapes, highlighting the severe crisis facing the wine industry as vendimia season begins.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The most expensive electricity in two years - ask your questions to the experts

Electricity prices in Sweden have risen significantly, reaching over 2 SEK per kilowatt-hour, largely due to low wind production and high demand during cold weather.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Low oil prices and green write-offs eat up BP's profits

BP's profits dropped by 86% last year due to low oil prices and significant write-offs related to the green transition.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:14 UTC

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