Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates by Up to 0.25 Percentage Points

Published on: 5/7/2025

Nationwide is reducing mortgage rates by up to 0.25 percentage points across selected two, three and five-year fixed rate products, effective February 28th. These reductions apply to: * **Switcher:** Existing Nationwide customers coming to the end of their current deal with reductions of up to 0.17% across selected two, three and five-year products up to 90% LTV with rates starting from 3.99%. * **Remortgage:** Reductions of up to 0.15% across two, three and five-year fixed rate products up to 90% LTV with rates starting from 3.99%. * **First-time buyers and those moving to a new home:** Selected fixed rates are being cut with reductions of up to 0.15% on two, three and five-year fixed products up to 90% LTV, with rates starting from 3.99%. Lending To Heroes provides residential home mortgages to law enforcement, veterans, teachers, firefighters, healthcare professionals, and municipal employees who qualify.

Read more at:

Trending Topics

From Tragedy to Triumph: Imola's Enduring Legacy in Formula One

The Imola Circuit first hosted a non-championship F1 race in 1963. It was awarded the Italian Grand Prix in 1980 after some negotiation with Monza. Imola returned to host the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in 2020. The circuit is significant for being the site of tragic accidents during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, claiming the lives of Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

From Juventus to Bournemouth: Rising Star Dean Huijsen Makes Waves

Dean Huijsen began his senior career with Juventus Next Gen in January 2023. He later joined Bournemouth on loan from Roma in July 2024. Huijsen was praised for an assist during a match while playing for Juventus Next Gen in early 2023. He has represented the Spain national team, making two appearances as of March 2025.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 1

The Rani: A History of Chaos in the Doctor Who Universe

The Rani, played by Kate O'Mara, first appears in the 1985 Doctor Who serial "The Mark of the Rani." She clashes with the Sixth Doctor (Colin Baker) but ultimately escapes in her TARDIS after it is sabotaged by the Doctor. O'Mara reprises her role as the Rani in the 1987 serial "Time and the Rani," this time facing off against the Seventh Doctor (Sylvester McCoy). The Rani's actions force the Doctor to regenerate from his Sixth incarnation into his Seventh.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Verstappen Claims Miami GP Pole After Thrilling Qualifying Battle

Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Miami Grand Prix, edging out Lando Norris by six-hundredths of a second. Despite a wobble in the first corner during his final run, Verstappen's time of 1m 26.204s proved fastest. Kimi Antonelli took third place, marking his best result yet in a Grand Prix Qualifying session. Oscar Piastri finished fourth ahead of Mercedes driver George Russell. Carlos Sainz led the Williams charge in sixth, with teammate Alex Albon securing seventh. Charles Leclerc bounced back from a pre-Sprint crash to take eighth position. Esteban Ocon achieved P9 in his first Q3 appearance for Haas, while Yuki Tsunoda completed the top 10 for Red Bull.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Dundee United Stun Aberdeen, Secure European Football

Dundee United defeated Aberdeen, moving ahead of them into fourth place in the Scottish Premiership and securing European football for next season. Aberdeen had been leading at halftime, but Dundee United rallied to win the match. This result means Aberdeen could finish fifth, while Dundee United has achieved a successful return to the top flight after promotion last season.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

HMS Dragon Downs Supersonic Missile in Stunning Exercise Display

The Royal Navy successfully intercepted a supersonic missile during Exercise Formidable Shield 2025 off the Scottish coast. The target, simulating an advanced anti-ship weapon, performed evasive maneuvers including corkscrews and weaving. HMS Dragon launched a specialized Sea Viper missile that accelerated to over Mach 4 and executed high-G manoeuvres to strike the target at altitude. This exercise demonstrates the ship's advanced air defence capabilities. The Sea Viper system combines two key components: a sophisticated radar system and Aster-30 missiles.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Harbottle's strike sends AFC Wimbledon to the brink of Wembley after 1-0 win at Meadow Lane

AFC Wimbledon won the first leg of their play-off semi-final against Notts County with a 1-0 scoreline at Meadow Lane. Riley Harbottle scored the only goal just before the hour mark. Notts County had a penalty appeal waved away in the first half, but the game was otherwise largely uneventful.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Bayern Bids Farewell to an Era: Müller's Final Bundesliga Game Before Facing Hoffenheim

Bayern Munich, who secured the Meisterschale from Bayer Leverkusen last weekend in a season described as their best since 2012/13, will face Hoffenheim in their final Bundesliga match. This game also marks Thomas Müller's last Bundesliga appearance for Bayern Munich.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Eurovision Semi-Finals: Get Ready for the Song Battle at 8pm!

The Eurovision Song Contest semi-finals begin on Tuesday, May 13th at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. The second semi-final airs Thursday, May 15th at the same time.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

1-1 Draw: Hibernian Hold Firm Against Dominant Rangers

## Hibernian vs Rangers A tense encounter at Easter Road saw Hibernian and Rangers draw 1-1. Rangers dominated possession, but Hibernian's resolute defense held firm. A late goal from a Rangers substitute kept the points shared. Neither side was able to break down their opponent in the first half, with both defenses on top. The second half saw Rangers increase the pressure, eventually finding an opener through a powerful header. However, Hibernian fought back and secured a deserved equaliser in the closing minutes.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Orton Speaks, Knight Surprises: WWE SmackDown Delivers Mixed Bag of Moments

Randy Orton had a solo mic segment on WWE SmackDown. LA Knight delivered a promo that was both surprising and refreshing. The show culminated with a tag team match victory for Stratton and Cargill over Jax and Naomi, achieved through a powerbomb by Cargill on Jax. There's potential for the Lucha Brothers to be involved in the current stacked tag-team scene on SmackDown.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

From 'Love Island' to Reality TV: Curtis Pritchard's Journey

Curtis Pritchard is a British dancer who gained fame appearing in the fifth series of the reality dating show *Love Island* in 2019. He finished in fourth place. Prior to *Love Island*, he was a professional dancer on *Ireland's Dancing with the Stars*. In 2019, he was set to partner with model Holly Carpenter but was injured and sidelined for five weeks. Following his appearance on *Love Island*, he briefly dated fellow contestant Maura Higgins.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

From Bayern Munich to Stuttgart: Angelo Stiller's Football Journey

Angelo Stiller, born in 2001, is a German professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder. He started his career with Bayern Munich's reserve team, making 17 appearances in the 2019-20 season. In January 2021, he joined TSG Hoffenheim for the 2021-22 season. Most recently, Stiller moved to VfB Stuttgart in August 2023 on a four-year deal. He has also represented Germany at various youth levels.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service Consistently Ranked "Good"

The Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, headquartered in Kidlington, serves Oxfordshire, England. HMICFRS rated them as "Good" across all three categories: Effectiveness (how well they keep people safe), Efficiency (how efficiently they operate), and People (how well they treat their staff). These ratings were consistent from 2018/19 to 2021/22.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Pole Vaulting Phenomenon: Molly Caudery's Rise to Global Glory

Molly Caudery is the 2024 World Indoor champion and holds the British national record for the women's pole vault at 4.92 meters. She won silver at the 2017 European Athletics U20 Championships and secured her spot in the 2024 Summer Olympics by winning the British outdoor title with a jump of 4.83 meters that same year. Caudery took home the World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold title in February 2025 after achieving two first-place finishes and one second-place finish across competitions. She then placed fourth at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in China.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

From Fantasy Football League to Stand-Up Stardom: A Look at Frank Skinner's Career

Frank Skinner is an English comedian, actor, presenter, and writer born in 1957. Known for his work on shows like "Fantasy Football League," "The Frank Skinner Show," and "Baddiel and Skinner Unplanned," he has also released a bestselling autobiography, "Frank Skinner by Frank Skinner." He continues to tour with successful stand-up routines.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Lidl Recalls Snack Bars Due to Plastic Contamination Risk

Lidl is recalling its Alesto Raw Fruit & Nut Bars due to potential plastic contamination. The affected varieties are: * Alesto Cocoa & Orange 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars (5x35g) * Alesto Blueberry Muffin 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars (5x35g) * Alesto Salted Caramel 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars (5x35g) * Alesto Berry 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars (5x35g) All packs have batch codes L24316 and L24337, and best before dates of November 2025 and December 2025. The plastic contamination poses a choking hazard. Customers are urged to return the products to Lidl for a full refund.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0

Prison Governor's Affair With Inmate Leads to Misconduct Conviction

Prison governor Kerri Pegg began a relationship with drug-dealing gang boss Anthony Saunderson while he was incarcerated at HMP Kirkham, which she governed. Pegg was found guilty of two counts of misconduct in public office for her actions. Police raids on her home revealed a toothbrush with Saunderson's DNA and evidence that she was living beyond her means, purchasing designer items despite having little in her savings account. She accepted a Mercedes C-class car as a gift from Saunderson. Concerns about Pegg's relationship with Saunderson arose early during her tenure at HMP Kirkham.

Sat May 17 2025

Visits: 0