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Australia's £15bn Gambling Addiction Crisis Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's severe gambling crisis, with adults losing a staggering £15 billion annually. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and the urgent calls for reform.

Council's £10k error becomes couple's dream windfall

A Scottish couple received an unexpected £10,000 from their council for home improvements - and were told to keep it after officials admitted the grant was sent in error. Discover how this bureaucratic blunder became their blessing.

Gambling addict's £70k loss left family on £40 a week

A UK father's life spiralled into chaos as a secret gambling addiction consumed £70,000, forcing his family to survive on just £40 a week. His powerful story is a stark warning about the hidden dangers of online betting.

Labour aide quits in election betting scandal

Labour Party campaign aide Nick 'Pandit' Mason steps down amid investigation into betting on the timing of the General Election, as the gambling scandal rocks Westminster.

Khawaja: Labor Too Slow Banning Gambling Ads to Protect Children

Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja launches a scathing attack on the Albanese government for its delayed implementation of a promised gambling advertising ban, warning that children are being exposed to harmful content while politicians drag their feet

Homeowner billed £300k for land he doesn't own

A Melbourne homeowner faces financial ruin after receiving an outrageous £300,000 council rates bill for a neighbouring plot he never purchased. The council's baffling administrative error has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about local gover

UK Poker Sites Face Major Regulatory Crackdown

Exclusive: The UK gambling landscape is set for its biggest shake-up in years. Discover how new government regulations will impact online poker sites, enforce stricter affordability checks, and what it means for players across the nation.

UK weighs new tax on gambling industry

As the UK government considers imposing a new tax on the gambling industry, experts debate the potential social and economic impacts. Will it curb addiction or harm businesses?

Gambling industry faces overdue reckoning

The gambling industry's dark side can no longer be ignored. With soaring profits and rising addiction rates, it's time for stricter regulation and accountability.

Aldi pasta pricing error shocks UK shopper

A customer at Aldi was left stunned after discovering a pricing error on a packet of pasta, sparking a social media frenzy and raising questions about supermarket pricing accuracy.

Tourist loses £15k in holiday booking blunder

A holidaymaker's dream getaway turned into a financial disaster after a booking mix-up left them £15,000 out of pocket. Find out how this costly mistake happened and what you can do to avoid it.

Bailiffs chase wrong woman over council tax error

A woman is battling to clear her name after bailiffs threatened her over unpaid council tax – for a property she's never even lived in. The shocking error has left her fearing for her credit score and reputation.

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