cost of living crisis
What It's Like to Lose Your Home While at University
Students who can't rely on the bank of mum and dad to cover soaring rent and bills are suddenly finding themselves without a home.
6 Findommes on How the Tanking Economy Affects Their Jobs
"People are still willing to pay, but are they willing to pay as much as they used to? That’s another question entirely."
Can You Actually Survive Foraging Your Own Food? I Tried It
As the cost of living crisis bites, how solid an option is finding your own food?
The Cost of Living Crisis Is Ruining Sex
The financial meltdown isn't just hitting people's wallets – it's also wiping out their dating lives.
Trapped in a Nightmare Houseshare Because You Can't Afford to Move
People are putting up with mouse infestations, hostile housemates and scumbag estate agents – all because there's nowhere else to go.
It's Not Just Glasto – Festivals in 2023 Will Be Pricier Than Ever
Glastonbury charging £335 is only the tip of the iceberg. Other festivals – with a few rare exceptions – are doing the same.
'Helpful' Money Saving Tips Are Mostly Bullshit
Boil water for pasta in a kettle. Put tinfoil behind radiators. Being cold is good for you. When will it end?
Stop Fantasising About Living on a Houseboat
Don't be fooled – it involves a lot more than just cruising a boat down a canal on a sunny day.
How Is Anybody Meant to Afford University Right Now?
There's a lot of uni students struggling to get by right now – unless you have rich parents, of course.
The 'Enough Is Enough' Campaign Is Just Getting Started
Ahead of its National Day of Action protests, organisers are gearing up for the fight of their lives.
They’re Vilified As Being Aggressive Criminals. But They’re Risking Everything To Escape Poverty And Trauma
Record numbers of Albanians are crossing the English Channel to seek asylum in the UK to a rough reception from the UK media. We spoke to them about why so many are fleeing.
Rental Opportunity of the Week: Some Guy’s Sofa for £850
Ah, oh: The cost of living crisis is finally hitting London’s horny landlords.