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Ministers misled court over secret £7bn Afghan airlift
A Daily Mail investigation reveals the Ministry of Defence misled a High Court judge to extend a super-injunction that hid a £7bn Afghan airlift from Parliament and the public for two years. Read the full exposé.
McDonald's sued over McRib meat claims
McDonald's faces a federal class-action lawsuit alleging the McRib's name and shape mislead consumers about its pork content. Plaintiffs seek damages for those who purchased it since 2022.
Rail Firms' 'Cheapest Ticket' Adverts Banned as Misleading
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned adverts from ScotRail, Greater Anglia, and My Train Ticket for unsubstantiated 'lowest price' claims. Discover the details and the companies' responses.
Constance grilled by committee over inaccurate statement
Justice Secretary Angela Constance faced a tough Holyrood committee over misleading parliament and potential Ministerial Code breaches. Read the full details of the inquiry.
Daughter Wins Court Fight Over 'Suspicious' £250 Will
A High Court judge has ruled a father's will leaving one daughter just £250 while her sister inherited a £600k house was 'highly suspicious'. Read the full story of the family dispute.
Rival brides in court fight over bigamist's £1.8m fortune
Two women unknowingly married to the same man are locked in a High Court battle over his £1.8 million estate. Discover the shocking story of bigamy and inheritance.
Black Friday 2025: Avoid Retailer Scams & Tricks
The ACCC is cracking down on misleading Black Friday sales tactics. Discover the five key things you need to know to spot fake discounts and protect your wallet.
Son loses £2.6m court fight with mother over Chelsea home
A financier's £2.6m claim against his mother over a Chelsea townhouse has been dismissed, leaving him with a £1m court bill. Read the full High Court ruling details.
Major Travel Brands' Ads Banned for Misleading Prices
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.
Healthy snack bars contain more sugar than doughnuts
A damning audit exposes 'healthy' snack bars with more sugar than a Krispy Kreme doughnut, misleading parents and fuelling a child health crisis. Urgent government action is needed.
Brian Walshe pleads guilty to lesser charges in wife's death
Brian Walshe pleads guilty to charges of disposing of his wife Ana's body and misleading police, but will still stand trial for her murder. Read the latest from the courtroom.
CMA launches pricing probe into 8 major UK companies
The UK's competition watchdog investigates eight major firms, including Gold's Gym and Wayfair, over online pricing and sales practices. Discover if your consumer rights are being protected.
Online Retailers Probed Over Misleading Pricing
UK competition watchdog investigates major online retailers for potentially misleading pricing practices. Are you paying more than you should? Find out here.
Court orders girl to keep rapist father's surname
A High Court judge has ruled a five-year-old girl must retain her rapist father's surname despite serious domestic abuse history. Barrister Charlotte Proudman calls it 'state-sanctioned harm'.
Travel websites' misleading airport lounge ads exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how major travel platforms are using deceptive advertising tactics to promote 'complimentary' airport lounge access that comes with significant hidden costs and conditions.
Crest sued over 'deceptive' kids' toothpaste packaging
Major lawsuit alleges Crest misled parents with packaging that appeared to contain significantly more toothpaste than actual contents, sparking consumer outrage across the UK.
Teenager loses court battle over Ghana boarding school
A 16-year-old has lost her High Court challenge against her parents' decision to send her to a strict boarding school in Ghana, in a landmark case about parental authority and child welfare.
Court rules teen stays in Ghana to escape UK gangs
A High Court judge has ruled a teenager removed from London gang culture to Ghana should remain there temporarily, highlighting radical approaches to youth violence prevention.
Radio DJ battles sister over mother's £1.5m inheritance
Prominent radio presenter Mark Goodier is locked in a High Court legal fight with his sister over their mother's substantial estate, revealing family tensions over property and inheritance decisions.
Nicola Sturgeon faces bankruptcy petition in High Court
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confronts bankruptcy proceedings as legal action intensifies around SNP financial management and party governance.
Sibling rift over £1.3m inheritance fortune
A bitter family dispute erupts as a daughter inherits her mother's entire £1.3 million estate while her brother receives nothing, leading to a High Court battle over the contested will.
Kristi Noem busted using misleading border footage
Republican governor Kristi Noem faces scrutiny after investigation reveals she used misleading Texas border footage to dramatise Washington DC immigration enforcement operations, raising questions about political authenticity.
Reform UK rebuked over misleading MP campaign ads
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled against Reform UK for deceptive political advertisements claiming Sarah Pochin as their 'new MP' before her election victory in Cheshire.
TotalEnergies guilty of greenwashing in court ruling
French oil giant TotalEnergies has been ruled by a Paris court to have made misleading environmental claims about its natural gas operations, in a major victory for climate campaigners.
Bupa pays £1.4m bonuses after misleading customers
Health insurance giant Bupa has paid out £1.4 million in bonuses to senior executives despite admitting to systematically misleading thousands of Australian customers, raising serious questions about corporate accountability.
Textor suffers legal setback in Crystal Palace court case
John Textor's legal challenge against Crystal Palace and Eagle Football suffers significant setback as High Court rejects bid to delay proceedings, dealing major blow to former owner's ongoing dispute.
Woolworths' Big W Ad Banned for Misleading Prices
Australia's advertising watchdog has ruled against Woolworths' Big W promotion, finding the 'Every Day Low Prices' campaign misled consumers about genuine discounts.
Trader Joe's sued over 'misleading' snack packaging
Popular grocery chain Trader Joe's confronts class-action lawsuits in multiple US states alleging deceptive packaging practices on snack products, with consumers claiming they're getting 'far less' than advertised.
Credit Suisse Faces High Court Over Mozambique Scandal
The Swiss banking giant confronts fresh legal turmoil as the High Court greenlights a landmark case over its role in Mozambique's controversial $2 billion loan scandal that crippled the African nation's economy.
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