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FCA: UK Finance's Old Tech Poses 'Significant' Risk

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.

South Africa Reopens Steve Biko Inquest After 48 Years

Nearly five decades after anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko died in police custody, South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority has ordered a fresh inquest into his death, reopening one of the regime's most notorious cases.

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.

30M UK Drivers Owed Billions in Car Finance Scandal

A seismic investigation by the FCA into discretionary commission arrangements could see millions of British motorists claim compensation for unfairly inflated car finance payments. Here's how to check if you're affected.

Starmer Confronts Abbas Over Hamas in Tense London Meeting

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer challenged Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Hamas's October 7th attacks during a private London meeting, while Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faced criticism for her absence from the talks.

Teacher jailed for affair with student turned nanny

A former high school teacher from Connecticut has been sentenced to prison for a disturbing sexual relationship with a former student she later hired as a nanny, a case that has shattered professional boundaries.

Trump Defence Demands Pentagon Records in Classified Docs Case

Donald Trump's legal team has launched an aggressive new motion, demanding extensive records from the US Department of Defence. The move aims to prove the former President's authority to designate documents as personal, potentially derailing the Mar-a-Lag

FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.

Martha's Vineyard Fury Over Steep Ferry Price Hikes

Outrage erupts on the exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard as residents face a sudden and steep increase in ferry fares to Massachusetts, threatening local livelihoods and sparking accusations of corporate greed.

Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council

The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.

US halts new Palestine passport visa approvals

The Biden administration suspends visa approvals for Palestinian Authority passport holders, citing security concerns. The move marks a significant tightening of US immigration policy and has drawn immediate criticism from rights groups.

Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government

In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.

Republican Workout Goes Viral in UK Fitness Scene

A revolutionary fitness challenge blending politics and exercise has taken social media by storm. Discover how this Republican-inspired workout is transforming UK fitness routines and sparking nationwide participation.

Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts

Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.

Reform UK Councils: 100 Days of Policy Revolution

Exclusive analysis reveals how Reform UK-led councils are implementing controversial policies, from Union flag restrictions to sweeping service reforms, reshaping local governance across Britain.

Singapore censors US comedian's Palestine jokes

Exclusive: American comedian Sammy Obeid's show in Singapore was shut down by authorities for jokes about Palestine, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and free speech in the city-state.

Nottingham Council's alarming boycott of local paper

Nottingham City Council's unprecedented boycott of the Nottingham Post raises serious concerns about press freedom, democratic accountability, and the dangerous blurring of lines between political grievance and civic duty.

FCA Reviews Rules as Top Enforcer Joins Hedge Fund

The Financial Conduct Authority launches an urgent review into its conflict of interest policies after its former head of enforcement, Therese Chambers, takes a senior role at a US hedge fund, raising serious concerns about the City's 'revolving door' cul

UK Councils' £122bn Debt Crisis Forces Public Asset Fire Sale

Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t

FCA Investigates Aberdeen Over Dubai Operations Compliance

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into Aberdeen's Dubai operations, raising serious questions about oversight in the emirate's burgeoning financial district and compliance with international standards.

Inside the Sinister World of Deadly Online Challenges

An exclusive investigation into the deadly online challenge phenomenon, from the Momo hoax to the Blackout Challenge, and the urgent call for tech giants and parents to act against this digital danger.

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