Oojal Dhanjal
Oojal has a background in consumer journalism and is interested in helping people make the most of their money.
Oojal has an MA in international journalism from Cardiff University, and before joining MoneyWeek, she worked for Look After My Bills, a personal finance website, where she covered guides on household bills and money-saving deals.
Her bylines can be found on Newsquest, Voice.Cymru, DIVA and Sony Music, and she has explored subjects ranging from politics and LGBTQIA+ issues to food and entertainment.
Outside of work, Oojal enjoys travelling, going to the movies and learning Spanish with a little green owl.
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The cheapest countries to live inThinking of moving abroad? These are the cheapest countries to live in according to the 2024 Expat Insider survey
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What is Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth?Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth comes from his stake in Meta Platforms — formerly Facebook — the world’s largest social network. How does he invest his billions?
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Radiator vs electric heater – which is cheaper?Is a radiator or electric heater more effective at lowering your household energy bills? We find out
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Lloyds Bank returns with £175 bank switch bonusLloyds Bank is offering customers £175 to move to one of its Club accounts. We look at whether it’s worth taking advantage of the bank switching bonus
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Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper?Advice After energy costs increased again, we compare wood-burning stove vs central heating to find out which is cheaper for your home
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What is Tyson Fury’s net worth?Former boxer Tyson Fury's net worth comes from victories in the ring and his ventures into entertainment. As he retires, we look into his fame and fortune
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Who is the richest woman in the world?Analysis The richest woman in the world is Alice Walton, the billionaire heiress to American supermarket chain, Walmart. How did she make her billions?
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Fan heater vs oil heater – which is cheaper?Which is cheaper to run: a fan heater or an oil heater? As households look to cut heating costs, we put two options under the spotlight.
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Heated airer vs tumble dryer – which is cheaper?Is a heated airer or a tumble dryer more cost-effective when drying clothes indoors? We crunch the numbers
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ScottishPower launches half-price electricity at weekendsNews ScottishPower is offering 50% off electricity at weekends, which could slash hundreds off your bill. We look at who can get it and how to apply
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Collectable investments: 10 vinyls worth up to £10,000News Vinyl records have grown in popularity recently and collectors will pay up to £10,000 for some albums. Is it time to dust off your old records?
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Top 10 most expensive house names in the UKWe reveal the most expensive house names in the UK – plus how nailing your property name can add significant value to your home
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Water bills set to rise by 21% a year – how to cut costsHouseholds could see their water bills soar by roughly 21% annually, but suppliers warn it’s not enough to address essential repairs.
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The best travel websitesLooking for the best travel websites to make your holiday planning easier? From finding flights to researching restaurants, we’ve got you covered for all your travel essentials
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5 AI scams to be aware ofAI scams are revolutionising how fraudsters operate. We explain what to look out for and how to protect yourself
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The 10 most popular cities – how expensive are they to visit?From Barcelona to Tokyo, here are some of the world’s most popular cities and the price tags they come with. Can you guess which city topped the list?
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Oasis tickets scam warningAs Oasis tickets go on sale, we look at how to avoid getting scammed with fake tickets when getting your hands on one of the most anticipated gigs of the decade
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Virgin Money launches top fixed savings rate with bonus – who is eligible?Virgin Money has launched a top paying savings deal, which is currently the best one-year savings rate in the market right now – but there are some conditions. We explain how it works
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Water bills to soar by an average £19 a year over the next five years, Ofwat warnsNew Ofwat proposals mean that water companies could receive £16 billion lower than expected, while consumers will see water bills rise by roughly £94 over the next five years
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Millions lost in celebrity ad scams impersonating Elon Musk, Taylor Swift and othersFraudsters impersonate high-profile figures in celebrity ad scams to steal money from victims. We explain how to stay safe
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Santander issues football ticket scam warning ahead of Euro 2024Santander has warned that football ticket scams rose by 82% last year and could get worse ahead of Euro 2024 kicking off this summer. Here’s how to avoid getting fouled
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Top 10 most expensive coastal locations in the UKWe reveal the most expensive coastal locations in the UK to own a home – should you buy?
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Parental contributions to kids' university living costs could reach £14,000 a yearParents helping kids with university living costs face contributions of up to £14,000 per year, according to a report from HEPI and TechnologyOne.
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Ofgem considers lifting ban on cheaper energy deals for new customersOfgem says that ‘now is the right time’ to remove the ban that allowed energy suppliers to offer exclusive deals at low prices to new customers
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