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Once whispered about behind closed doors, the menopause has finally been brought into the open – discussed on prime-time TV, debated in Parliament and shared across social media. Women are now talking about symptoms, treatments and the realities of midlife in ways that would have been unthinkable a generation ago. But one part of the conversation still isn’t getting the …

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Financial influencers have built up a strong follower base in recent years, sharing a range of tips on social media, but there are concerns that people could lose money by following their advice. Research by Barclays Smart Investor recent found that a quarter of Brits, mainly the younger generations, are turning to social media, community messaging apps and online forums …

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The UK‘s energy watchdog is urging consumers to reclaim their forgotten funds as £240 million in energy credit sits in closed accounts. Ofgem and trade association Energy UK say anyone …

Sign up to our free money newsletter for investment analysis and expert advice to help you build wealth Sign up to our free money email for help building your wealth Sign up to our free money email for help building your wealth UK house price growth saw a month-on-month decline in October, according to new figures from Nationwide Building Society. …