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Store's "pregnancy refund" offer sparks fury and feminist outcry

A major electrical retailer sparks outrage with a controversial promotion offering female customers full refunds on appliances if they conceive within 30 days of purchase. Feminists and critics condemn the policy as 'deeply regressive' and 'patronising'.

Just Eat glitch: Woman gets £40 meal for £3.50

A stunned customer received a gourmet three-course meal worth over £40 for just £3.50 due to a major Just Eat pricing error, exposing a loophole in the food delivery platform's system.

Ryanair Refuses Honeymoon Refund After Name Error

A British newlywed couple's honeymoon was cancelled after a devastating passport name error on their Ryanair tickets. Despite the honest mistake, the budget airline denied a refund, leaving them £1,300 out of pocket. Discover the full story and crucial bo

Barclays charges £100 fee for 67p overdraft

A Barclays customer was left in shock after being charged a staggering £100 fee for a minuscule 67p overdraft. Read the full story of this banking scandal and how to protect yourself from similar charges.

The Good Guys fined £1.1m for misleading sale

Australian electronics retailer The Good Guys has been fined a staggering $AUD 2.1 million (£1.1m) by the Federal Court for running a deceptive 'Massive Sale' that misled customers on pricing and discounts. The ACCC investigation revealed widespread non-c

Cash Refusal & Card Fees: What's Legal in the UK?

A growing consumer dilemma pits the convenience of card payments against the right to use legal tender. We investigate the legality of cash refusal and surcharges in the UK's evolving payment landscape.

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Chewy Faces £4.6m Lawsuit Over Auto-Ship Pricing

Online pet retailer Chewy is confronting a major class action lawsuit in the US, accused of luring customers with discounted auto-ship prices before allegedly raising them without warning. The suit seeks over $4.6 million in damages.

Mum's £6.50 'tuna' turns out to be cat food

A UK mother was left horrified after discovering her pricey £6.50 'tuna' purchase was actually premium cat food, sparking a viral warning to fellow shoppers to always check labels.

Inside Lush's Cult-Like Culture and Political Activism

An investigation reveals how cosmetics giant Lush, under its eco-warrior founders, employs cult-like tactics to promote radical political activism on Gaza, trans rights, and environmentalism to its customers and staff, creating a divisive 'with us or agai

Martin Lewis Slams ITV Over 'Misleading' Advert

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis publicly criticises ITV for airing an advert he claims dangerously mimics his trusted style, potentially misleading vulnerable viewers.

Olive Garden diner's portion size complaint sparks fury

A viral social media post from a disgruntled Olive Garden customer has ignited a fiery online debate about restaurant portion sizes, value for money, and customer expectations in the UK's competitive casual dining scene.

Amazon Prime sued in UK over 'buying' vs 'renting' movies

A major class-action lawsuit alleges Amazon Prime misled millions of UK customers into believing they were purchasing digital movies permanently, when they were only renting them. The claim could cost the tech giant over £500 million in compensation.

Vinted Designer Bag Scam: Seller Left With Nothing

A UK seller shares her devastating story of selling a luxury designer bag on Vinted, only to be left empty-handed after a sophisticated buyer scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.

M&S 'Australia' Coconut Water Sourcing Scandal Exposed

Marks & Spencer is embroiled in a controversy after its 'Australia' branded coconut water was found to be sourced from Thailand and Sri Lanka, misleading consumers and sparking an ethical sourcing debate.

Kmart Australia Faces Legal Action Over Forced Labour Links

Australian retail giant Kmart is under fire as a prominent legal firm launches unprecedented action, alleging the company failed to adequately address modern slavery risks within its supply chain, potentially linking its products to forced labour.

Poppi Faces £3.5M Lawsuit Over Gut Health Claims

Popular fizzy drink brand Poppi is embroiled in a major class action lawsuit, with a proposed $3.5 million settlement over allegations it misled consumers about its gut health benefits. Discover if you're eligible for a payout.

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