20 Sunscreens Fail SPF Tests in Regulatory Crackdown
Australia's drug regulator discovers widespread sunscreen failures with 20 products falling short of SPF claims, potentially linked to common base formulation issues.
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Ofgem confirms energy price cap drop, cutting bills for millions
Britain's energy regulator Ofgem has confirmed a significant reduction in the price cap, promising lower gas and electricity bills for most households across England, Scotland, and Wales from April.
Optus Fallout: Emergency Call Watchdog Still Not Staffed
Exclusive investigation reveals the Australian government's promised failsafe for emergency calls, the 'Triple Zero Custodian', remains unstaffed and inoperative, leaving millions vulnerable over a year after the catastrophic Optus network blackout.
FCC Commissioner Carr slams Jimmy Kimmel over 5G segment
A top US telecoms regulator has launched a scathing attack on comedian Jimmy Kimmel, accusing his show of promoting 'debunked' 5G conspiracy theories and fuelling public fear over critical infrastructure.
UK Contactless Payment Limit Doubles to £200
The UK's financial regulator, the FCA, has officially confirmed a huge increase to the contactless payment limit, raising it from £100 to £200. This landmark decision promises to revolutionise how Britons pay for their shopping, offering greater speed and
Ofcom probes This Morning after psychic segment backlash
UK media regulator Ofcom is investigating a flood of complaints after ITV's This Morning aired a segment featuring a psychic and a controversial 'energy healer', sparking viewer fury over broadcasting standards.
UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.
Water companies fined £500k for customer service failures
UK water regulators have slapped two major suppliers with hefty fines totalling over half a million pounds for severe customer service and complaints handling failures, impacting vulnerable households across England.
Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty
Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.
NSW regulator lifts order blocking UTS job cuts
The University of Technology Sydney can proceed with its controversial restructure after the NSW regulator lifted its order, despite ongoing union concerns over job losses and transparency.
Forensic Watchdog Failing Wrongly Convicted, Experts Warn
A damning report reveals the Forensic Science Regulator lacks the expertise to properly assess miscarriages of justice, leaving innocent people trapped in prison. Experts demand urgent reform.
Football Regulator Gets Prison Powers for Rogue Owners
UK government passes landmark Football Governance Bill, introducing an independent regulator with powers to impose prison sentences on club owners who break financial rules, aiming to protect clubs from reckless management.
New Football Regulator Can Force Sale of Clubs from Rogue Owners
In a landmark move for English football, a new independent regulator will be granted sweeping powers to force the sale of clubs from unfit owners and block breakaway leagues like the European Super League.
UK regulator may force Google to sell Chrome browser
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a radical proposal to break Google's dominance, suggesting a potential sale of its Chrome browser to foster competition in the search engine market.
FCC Power Struggle: Trump Appointee Blocks Biden Nominee
A major political battle has erupted at the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with Trump-appointed commissioner Nathan Simington refusing to relinquish his position, effectively blocking President Biden's nominee and creating a 2-2 partisan dead
Ofcom Investigates 4chan and Kiwi Farms Under Safety Act
Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has initiated its first major investigation under the groundbreaking Online Safety Act, targeting the controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially hosting illegal content.
Ofgem slams government over delayed energy bill support
The energy regulator Ofgem has issued a stern rebuke to the UK government for its failure to implement a crucial social energy tariff, leaving millions of vulnerable Britons exposed to high bills. Discover the details of the delay and the growing calls fo
Ofgem cuts energy price cap to £1,568 for millions
Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall from July as Ofgem announces a significant 7% drop in its price cap. The new rate of £1,568 marks the lowest level since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, offering welcome relief to consumers.
Ofgem Price Cap Falls: £122 Saving for UK Homes
Millions of UK households will see a welcome reduction in their energy costs this summer as the Ofgem price cap is set to fall by 7%. Get the full breakdown of the new rates and what it means for your bills.
Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills to Drop in July
Millions of UK households will see their energy bills fall this summer as the regulator Ofgem confirms a 7% reduction to the energy price cap. The average annual bill for a typical household will drop to £1,568 from July 1st.
Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills Drop by £122
Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall this summer as the regulator Ofgem announces a 7% reduction in the price cap. The average annual bill for a typical household will drop to £1,568 from July, offering relief amid the cost of living crisi
Ofgem Cuts Price Cap: Energy Bills to Fall by £122
Millions of UK households will see a significant drop in their energy bills this summer as the regulator Ofgem announces a 7% cut to the energy price cap. Find out how much you could save.
Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills to Fall by £122
Ofgem announces a 7% drop in the energy price cap from 1 July, meaning average annual dual-fuel bills will fall to £1,568. Find out what this means for your household budget.
Ofgem to Cut Energy Price Cap, Saving Households £100
Millions of UK households are set for a welcome reprieve as the energy regulator Ofgem announces a significant drop in the price cap. The average annual bill is expected to fall by over £100, offering crucial relief amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Ofgem Cuts Price Cap: Energy Bills to Fall by £122
Millions of UK households will see their energy bills drop as the regulator Ofgem announces a significant reduction in the price cap. The average annual bill for a typical dual-fuel household will fall to £1,690, offering crucial relief amid the cost-of-l
Air India Safety Crisis: Regulator Admits 40% Staff Shortage
An explosive investigation reveals that India's aviation regulator, the DGCA, is operating with a severe 40% staff shortage, raising alarming safety concerns for Air India and millions of passengers. Discover the full story behind the staffing crisis.
Love Island Hit By Wave Of Ofcom Complaints
ITV2's Love Island is hit by a tidal wave of Ofcom complaints as furious viewers condemn the explosive Casa Amor behaviour and alleged 'emotional manipulation' that dominated the latest series.
Ofgem fines energy supplier £1.8m for service failures
Cornwall Energy, a UK gas and electricity provider, has been hit with a hefty £1.8 million penalty by regulator Ofgem for severe customer service and billing failures, leaving thousands of households in distress.
Ofgem's £3bn Warning to Energy Firms Over Customer Debt
The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, has issued a stark warning to suppliers over a mounting £3 billion debt crisis. With millions struggling to pay bills, the regulator is demanding urgent plans to support customers and prevent a future financial catastrophe
Ofgem staff strike over pay dispute – major disruptions expected
Hundreds of Ofgem employees in Glasgow, London, and Cardiff are set to walk out in a 48-hour strike over pay and conditions, raising concerns over energy market disruptions.
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