Gambling Tax Hike to Fund NHS Addiction Services
Ministers are considering a major levy increase on betting firms to help tackle the UK's gambling epidemic and fund NHS treatment programmes, the Mirror can reveal.
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Scottish punter wins £584,000 from 50p William Hill bet
A lucky horse racing fan from Scotland has won a staggering £584,000 from a tiny 50p accumulator bet with William Hill, defying odds of over 1.1 million to one.
Meta Whistleblowers Expose VR 'Psychological Torture'
Shocking internal documents from Meta reveal a corporate culture prioritising profit over user safety, with VR testers reporting severe psychological harm and a 'move fast and break things' mantra applied to human wellbeing.
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.
Celebrity Betting Ads Target Children as Young as 11
Shocking research exposes how children are being bombarded with celebrity-endorsed betting ads, with 1 in 10 youngsters tempted to gamble. Experts demand immediate government action.
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.
Therapists: AI Mental Health Chatbots Risk 'Significant Harm'
Leading UK therapists warn that the rapid proliferation of AI-powered mental health apps is providing dangerously inadequate and potentially harmful advice, with calls for urgent government regulation.
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
Denmark PM apologises for contraceptive device harm scandal
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen issues a historic state apology to thousands of women harmed by the Gynæcare MiniStar contraceptive device, acknowledging decades of physical and psychological suffering ignored by health authorities.
NHL Faces Backlash Over Surge in Gambling Advertisements
The National Hockey League is under fire for a surge in sports betting advertisements during games, sparking a fierce debate about the risks to the sport's integrity and the impact on vulnerable viewers.
UK's Best Poker Sites 2024: Top Platforms Reviewed
Discover the ultimate guide to the UK's safest and most rewarding online poker platforms. We review welcome bonuses, game variety, and mobile compatibility for 2024.
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.
High Street gambling crisis fuels poverty and addiction
The rise of high street betting shops is exacerbating poverty and addiction in vulnerable communities. Experts warn of a growing crisis as gambling firms target low-income areas.
Social media still pushing suicide content - shock report
A damning investigation reveals social media giants continue to recommend harmful content to vulnerable users, despite promises to improve safety measures.
Kids exposed to violent porn via dangerous algorithms
A new study reveals how harmful algorithms are pushing violent and degrading pornography to children online, raising urgent concerns about digital safety.
Instagram faces backlash over child safety concerns
Meta's Instagram is under scrutiny as new reports reveal the platform may be promoting harmful content to minors, sparking calls for stricter regulations.
Gala Bingo glitch reverses player winnings
A major technical failure at Gala Bingo caused winnings to vanish, leaving players furious as payouts were reversed without warning.
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.
Brown calls for gambling tax to fund NHS and education
Former PM Gordon Brown calls for a new gambling tax to tackle addiction and fund vital public services like the NHS and education.
Verbal abuse in childhood harms adult mental health
New research shows that children subjected to verbal abuse face higher risks of depression, anxiety, and self-harm in adulthood.
Mystery illness makes patient gouge out own eye
A shocking medical case reveals a patient who gouged out their own eye due to an unidentified neurological disorder. Doctors remain baffled by the rare condition.
Nudifying Apps Exploit Children, Warns Commissioner
Children's Commissioner Rachel de Souza exposes the alarming spread of AI-powered 'nudifying' apps targeting minors, urging immediate action to protect young people from digital harm.
UK prison crisis: homicides and self-harm soar
Shocking new figures expose a deepening crisis in UK prisons, with record levels of violence, self-harm, and homicides. Experts warn of a system buckling under pressure.
UK gambling sites face regulatory crackdown
UK gambling platforms are under increased regulatory pressure as lawmakers push for stricter controls. Discover how this could impact online betting and player safety.
Horse racing's gambling tax stance raises concerns
The horse racing industry's controversial response to the proposed online gambling tax has raised alarms, with critics warning of a disturbing endgame for the sport.
Cities Pay Meth Addicts to Stay Sober – Does It Work?
A radical initiative in Democrat-run cities offers cash incentives to meth addicts to remain drug-free, sparking fierce debate over effectiveness and ethics.
Nurse burns husband in firepit horror
A nurse has admitted to causing grievous bodily harm after her husband was horrifically burned when she poured petrol on a firepit, causing an explosion. The victim suffered life-changing injuries in the terrifying blaze.
Labour MPs push for gambling law overhaul
A group of Labour MPs is pushing for radical changes to gambling regulations, calling for stricter controls to curb addiction and protect vulnerable individuals.
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