From Yorkie's 'Not for Girls' to Nescafe's soap-opera romance, we look back at classic British adverts that would likely breach today's strict Advertising Standards Authority rules on gender stereotypes and offence.
A watershed ban on TV and online ads for high-fat, salt, and sugar foods begins Monday, aiming to tackle childhood obesity. Learn what's banned and why.
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned campaigns from Chequp, SkinnyJab and MedExpress for promoting prescription meds and exploiting insecurities. Read the full story.
The ASA has banned a Betway gambling advert featuring a Lewis Hamilton lookalike, ruling it had strong appeal to under-18s. Read the full details and implications for sports star endorsements.
The ASA has banned a Betway Facebook ad using Lewis Hamilton's likeness, ruling it had strong appeal to under-18s. Read the full ruling and its implications for gambling advertising here.
The ASA has banned adverts from Booking.com, Hilton, Travelodge and Accor for misleading customers on room availability. Discover how this ruling impacts your travel bookings.
A federal judge has struck down a Pennsylvania school district's policy requiring parental notification when students change their name or pronouns, citing First Amendment violations in a case with national implications.
A landmark court ruling mandates immediate emergency food payments for thousands affected by controversial Trump administration cuts to pandemic food assistance.
UK holiday companies face strict new rules banning gambling adverts targeting children online, with enforcement action promised against violators.
The UK advertising watchdog has banned a tanning firm's controversial advert claiming sunbeds could reduce cancer risk. The ASA ruled the claim was 'misleading' and 'irresponsible', sparking a major health warning.
The fast-fashion giant Shein is under investigation by UK regulators after an advert featuring a model who appeared to be a minor in a 'muscle fit' shirt sparked widespread outrage and complaints.
A federal judge has halted a controversial plan to allow massive 'snow coach' transports in Yellowstone National Park, delivering a major victory for environmental groups concerned about wildlife disruption and pollution.
In a landmark ruling, the High Court has permanently halted the Home Office's controversial scheme to use a historic Essex hotel as accommodation for asylum seekers, siding with local council and residents.
A landmark High Court ruling has handed local councils sweeping powers to shut down asylum seeker hotels using planning laws, throwing the new government's flagship immigration strategy into chaos and creating a multi-million pound emergency.
A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.
California Governor Gavin Newsom announces a major shift in homeless policy, siding with cities against a Supreme Court ruling to accelerate the clearing of encampments in Los Angeles and beyond.
A Canadian teacher who was dismissed for wearing blackface as a Halloween costume has been controversially reinstated by an arbitrator, sparking a fierce debate on racism, accountability, and education.
A landmark High Court ruling has thwarted the Home Office's controversial plan to use a four-star Essex hotel for asylum accommodation, siding with local council and residents. The decision sets a significant precedent for nationwide asylum housing disput
A federal judge appointed by Bill Clinton has rejected Donald Trump's latest attempt to force the release of sealed documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, dismissing the motion as a 'diversion'. The ruling deals another blow to the former presiden
A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.
The Executive Council of Australian Jewry accuses Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of damaging bilateral relations with Israel through 'one-sided' rhetoric and misrepresenting ICJ rulings, in an extraordinary diplomatic rebuke.
The UK's advertising regulator has banned a Sanex shower gel commercial, ruling its portrayal of black skin as a 'problem' to be solved is harmful and perpetuates negative stereotypes. The ASA's landmark decision marks a significant step in combating raci
Exclusive: A damning legal ruling on the Epping Forest Hotel has left Government ministers in a constitutional crisis, trapped between judicial orders and furious local opposition. Andrew Tettenborn analyses the fallout.
A landmark ruling by the Oregon Supreme Court has blocked a tech CEO from using massive amounts of public drinking water for his mansion's extravagant amenities, setting a crucial precedent for water rights during droughts.
A High Court judge has mandated the immediate closure of an Essex asylum accommodation following far-right demonstrations that raised serious public safety concerns. The ruling highlights growing tensions over migrant housing policies.
A Miami court has made a landmark ruling in an unprecedented custody case, deciding the fate of a 13-foot alligator named Alcatraz. The bizarre legal battle pitted state wildlife officials against a local family, setting a new precedent for reptile owners
A Seattle beach has been closed following a judge's ruling against public sexual activity at Denny Blaine Park, sparking debate over public decency laws.
A former France and Real Madrid football legend is seeking a staggering £56 million in compensation from FIFA after winning a groundbreaking legal battle over transfer rules.
A Texas judge has dealt a blow to Beto O’Rourke’s efforts to reinvigorate the Democratic Party in Texas, sparking debates over electoral fairness and legal hurdles.
Air Canada must honour a ridiculously low ticket price due to a website error, following a court ruling in favour of a persistent passenger.