3 reasons to pursue debt relief this February

It’s hard to keep your head above water when dealing with high-rate debt, so pursuing debt relief now is a wise move. Getty Images Debt is a reality that many Americans face and recent data paints a sobering picture. As of late 2024, consumer debt had reached an all-time high, with credit card balances accounting…

Gambling with lives – Editorial

n recent weeks, we have been alerted to a string of gambling-related suicides and other forms of deep distress resulting from the illegal practice, including the case of a woman who set fire to her own husband for gambling away their fortune. Eko Damara, a first lieutenant with the Indonesian Navy, reportedly… Read the original…

Andover Christians Against Poverty offering debt help

Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is running the “Budget Not Blues” campaign to help people take control of their finances. The charity offers free debt advice, money coaching and a range of support to people struggling with their finances. St Mary’s Church, part of Andover Parish, will be offering free money coaching and debt help throughout…

Resist ‘predatory’ Boxing Day gambling offers, say NHS bosses amid worsening crisis | Gambling

The “barrage” of betting advertisements around Boxing Day sporting fixtures will exacerbate Britain’s growing gambling problem, NHS bosses are warning. Promotional techniques by unscrupulous betting firms, including free Christmas bets, will increase gambling-related harm by encouraging punters to wager sums they cannot afford, they say. Gambling addiction is causing so much damage that the NHS…