Japan halts nuclear safety review after data fabrication
Japan's nuclear regulator scraps safety screening for two reactors after Chubu Electric Power fabricated earthquake risk data. A major setback for Japan's energy plans. Read the full story.
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UK's £28bn BNPL sector to face FCA regulation in 2026
The UK's buy-now-pay-later industry, used by 23 million, will be regulated by the FCA from July 2026. New rules mandate affordability checks and transparency. Discover the potential impact.
Probate files held hostage after law firm shut down
A grieving daughter from Cornwall is left penniless after her solicitor ceased trading, locking her out of her father's estate. The SRA intervened to release her files, but others may face months of delays.
Darts Pro Dom Taylor Loses Tour Card After Failed Drugs Test
Bristol darts player Dom Taylor has been banned by the PDC and stripped of his tour card and £25,000 prize money following a second failed drugs test. Read the full story.
FCA to become new money laundering watchdog for law firms
UK law firms face a major regulatory shift as the Financial Conduct Authority prepares to take over anti-money laundering supervision, promising stricter oversight and heavier penalties. Get ready for the change.
Law Firms Brace for FCA Money Laundering Crackdown
UK law firms prepare for a major anti-money laundering overhaul as the FCA takes over regulation, promising sharper penalties to combat £100bn laundered annually. Get ready for the change.
Lawyer struck off for claiming 28-hour work days
A prison law solicitor has been struck off for falsifying timesheets, claiming she worked over 28 hours a day to secure a £69,300 bonus. The tribunal called her actions 'an impossibility'.
Thousands trapped in mis-sold property trust scandal
Thousands of UK families are unable to sell homes after being mis-sold 'family protection trusts' by Scottish law firm McClure. Victims call it 'the next Post Office scandal'.
Italy fines Apple €98.6m over App Tracking Transparency
Italy's antitrust watchdog slaps Apple with a €98.6 million fine for abusing its dominance with a privacy feature. Discover the details and implications for the tech giant's App Store policies.
Darts star banned from PDC Worlds after drugs test
PDC darts player Dom Taylor issues emotional apology after being suspended from the World Championship for a second failed drugs test, revealing personal trauma and the loss of his daughter. Read his full statement.
Ex-World Championship semi-finalist hit with 11-year ban
Andy Jenkins, a former PDC world number 14, has been banned from darts until 2034 for match-fixing. Discover the full details of the scandal and its consequences for the sport.
Darts player Dom Taylor suspended over failed drugs test
British darts star Dom Taylor has been suspended from the PDC World Darts Championship after an adverse drugs test result, handing Jonny Clayton a bye. Read the full story.
Darts player Dom Taylor suspended after failed drugs test
English darts player Dom Taylor has been suspended from the World Darts Championship with immediate effect following an adverse drugs test result. Read the full statement and what happens next.
EU Announces Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals
The European Union unveils a landmark plan to regulate short-term holiday lets, aiming to free up housing and tackle the affordability crisis across member states. Read the full details.
Darts star Menzies extinguishes firework with hand before meltdown
Shocking footage reveals Cameron Menzies put out a pyrotechnic with his bare hand before punching a table in a dramatic World Darts Championship exit. The Scottish player faces a fine and possible hand injury.
England's Funeral Industry Faces First-Ever Regulation
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after shocking scandals, ending a system where no licence or qualifications were required. Read the full story.
Labour Launches £2m Fund to Regulate Mutuals Sector
The Labour government launches a £2m fund for a new regulator to oversee mutuals and co-operatives, aiming to boost consumer trust and sector growth. Discover the implications for UK businesses.
Teacher dismissed after OnlyFans account discovered
A teacher at a school for autism was dismissed after setting up an OnlyFans account offering explicit services. Read the full investigation details and panel findings here.
Bank deposit protection limit rises to £120,000
The FSCS deposit protection limit for UK banks is increasing from £85,000 to £120,000 starting 1st December 2025. Find out what this means for your savings.
FSCS protection limit rises to £120,000
The UK's FSCS savings protection limit is increasing to £120,000 from December 1st, a 41% boost. Discover how this change impacts your financial security and savings strategy.
UK bank protection limit rises to £120,000
UK savers get a major boost as the FSCS protection limit increases to £120,000 from December 1. Find out how this change keeps your money safer.
FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.
UK investigates Apple and Google mobile dominance
The Competition and Markets Authority launches full market investigation into Apple and Google's mobile dominance, threatening sweeping reforms to level the playing field for UK consumers and developers.
100+ financial firms move operations abroad post-Brexit
Exclusive: Britain's financial watchdog reveals over 100 companies have moved operations overseas following Brexit, with Dublin and Luxembourg emerging as top destinations for relocating City firms.
Hamas deploys armed fighters and police across Gaza
Exclusive analysis reveals Hamas consolidating administrative control with armed units and civil police operating openly across Gaza territories, raising questions about post-conflict governance.
Lloyds Bank Faces FCA Motor Finance Probe
The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance practices, potentially impacting millions of customers and leading to significant compensation claims.
Tony Blair backed for key Gaza reconstruction role
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair receives Palestinian Authority endorsement to lead Gaza's post-conflict reconstruction and governance efforts in potential diplomatic breakthrough.
Council Tax Warning: Thousands Could See Bills Slashed
Exclusive: New research reveals millions in council tax support going unclaimed as cost of living crisis deepens. Discover if you're eligible for reductions worth hundreds of pounds.
Court restores Trump's National Guard control in Illinois
A federal appeals court has reinstated former President Donald Trump's control over National Guard deployments in Illinois, overturning a previous injunction that had blocked his authority in a major constitutional showdown.
Oklahoma Governor blocks National Guard Trump deployment
In a dramatic political standoff, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has blocked National Guard troops from deploying to support Donald Trump's security detail, challenging Pentagon authority and igniting a constitutional debate about military command.
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