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Woman killed by falling tree in Storm Kathleen aftermath

A woman has tragically died after being struck by a falling tree in Wiltshire as severe winds from Storm Kathleen batter the UK. Emergency services rushed to the scene near Marlborough, but she was pronounced dead. The Met Office has extended its yellow w

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

Foreign Office Issues Travel Warning for 20 Destinations

The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for a significant number of countries, including holiday favourites Spain, Italy, and France. Here's the full list of destinations and the specific risks you need to know about before you book.

Hurricane Kiko: Category 4 Storm Threatens Hawaii

Hurricane Kiko, now a formidable Category 4 storm, is barrelling towards the Hawaiian Islands. The Met Office is closely tracking its path, issuing critical warnings for potentially life-threatening surf and rip currents. Get the latest forecasts and safe

Urgent 'Do Not Eat' warning for supermarket fruit

A major UK supermarket chain has urgently recalled a batch of fruit over fears it could be contaminated with a potentially deadly bacteria. Here's what you need to know and what to do if you've purchased the affected product.

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.

Met Office 64-Hour 'Danger to Life' Warning for UK

The Met Office has escalated its weather warnings, issuing a severe 'danger to life' alert for a 64-hour period. Brits are urged to prepare for torrential rain, disruptive winds, and potential flooding as a powerful storm system sweeps across the nation.

DVLA QR Code Parking Fine Scam Targets UK Drivers

UK motorists are being targeted by a sophisticated new text message scam impersonating the DVLA and demanding payment for fake parking fines. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.

Dad's sepsis warning after bite leads to quadruple amputation

A father's life was nearly destroyed when a suspected insect bite triggered a catastrophic sepsis infection, leading to multiple organ failure and the amputation of all four limbs. His powerful story is a vital warning about the silent killer.

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.

Met Office Urgent Rain Warning: Flood Risk for UK

The Met Office has issued severe yellow weather warnings for heavy rain across parts of England and Wales, with potential flooding and major travel disruption expected until Thursday.

Swollen Ankles: Silent Killer Warning

UK doctors issue an urgent warning that persistent ankle swelling could be a major red flag for deadly blood clots, heart disease, or kidney failure. Learn the critical signs you must never ignore.

Met Office Amber Warning: 70mph Storm Threatens UK

The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber as a severe storm packing 70mph winds threatens widespread travel chaos, power cuts, and structural damage across the UK. Residents are urged to prepare for disruption.

Met Office Issues Yellow Warning for Heavy Rain and Flooding

The Met Office has issued a significant yellow weather warning for heavy rain across southern Scotland, northern England, and Wales, predicting potential flooding, travel disruption, and power cuts from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.

Urgent Amber Storm Warning for UK: 70mph Winds Forecast

The Met Office has escalated weather warnings to amber as a severe storm system approaches the UK, threatening 70mph winds, torrential rain, and significant disruption to travel and power networks from Thursday.

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