From Yorkie's 'Not for Girls' to Nescafe's soap-opera romance, we look back at classic British adverts that would likely breach today's strict Advertising Standards Authority rules on gender stereotypes and offence.
A look back at shocking 90s and 2000s British adverts, from Yorkie's sexist slogan to Carling's infamous 'Lick It' campaign, that would never pass modern ASA rules on gender stereotypes and offence.
A watershed ban on TV and online ads for high-fat, salt, and sugar foods begins Monday, aiming to tackle childhood obesity. Learn what's banned and why.
Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja announces retirement, criticising persistent 'racial stereotypes' in the sport. Read his powerful farewell message ahead of his final Ashes Test.
Usman Khawaja announces international retirement, using his final press conference to detail enduring racial bias and a 'very white' cricket culture in Australia. Read his powerful farewell.
Usman Khawaja announces his retirement from international cricket, using his farewell to detail racial stereotypes and unequal treatment he faced during his 15-year career. Read his powerful final statement.
Veteran Australian batter Usman Khawaja announces retirement after final Ashes Test, using the moment to condemn racial stereotyping he faced throughout his career. Read his powerful statement.
Usman Khawaja announces retirement from international cricket, using his farewell to criticise 'racial stereotypes' and a lack of diversity in the sport. Read his powerful final statement.
A damning NHS review reveals adult gender clinics in England have no outcomes data, making safety impossible to judge. Waiting times could hit 15 years. Read the full report.
John Lewis faces criticism after its festive advert, filmed by the Princess of Wales' videographer, shows a mother receiving a frying pan for Christmas. Read the full story on the retail backlash.
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned campaigns from Chequp, SkinnyJab and MedExpress for promoting prescription meds and exploiting insecurities. Read the full story.
MC Harvey of So Solid Crew opens up about being 'blacklisted' and stereotyped as 'inner city black boys' in the Noughties, while launching a festive 'Wrapping Rappers' experience in London.
New research reveals nearly half of young UK office workers face criticism from older colleagues due to generational stereotypes, leading to stress and high quit rates. Discover the findings and what it means for workplace culture.
A judge in Ireland has voided a marriage, ruling the husband's consent was invalid as he was unaware his spouse intended to transition. Discover the legal precedent and its UK implications.
The ASA has banned a Betway gambling advert featuring a Lewis Hamilton lookalike, ruling it had strong appeal to under-18s. Read the full details and implications for sports star endorsements.
The ASA has banned a Betway Facebook ad using Lewis Hamilton's likeness, ruling it had strong appeal to under-18s. Read the full ruling and its implications for gambling advertising here.
Supermodel David Gandy criticises Daddy Pig's 'useless fool' portrayal in Peppa Pig, arguing it promotes a bad narrative about modern fathers and gender roles. Read his full interview.
A new £10.7m NHS clinical trial will ask participants as young as 12 if they identify as 'two spirit', amid criticism from gender-critical health practitioners. Read the full details.
New research shows 72% of British teenagers view careers like construction and childcare as gender-specific, despite parental support for breaking norms. Discover the findings and the call for change.
Controversial NHS trial will study effects of puberty blockers on children's brains. Professor Emily Simonoff says she's 'very proud' to lead landmark research amid legal threats.
The ASA has banned adverts from Booking.com, Hilton, Travelodge and Accor for misleading customers on room availability. Discover how this ruling impacts your travel bookings.
Exclusive NHS data shows nearly 600 children aged nine and under have been referred to gender identity services, with medical professionals raising serious concerns about the implications for vulnerable young people.
Groundbreaking Australian research exposes how boys and young men are navigating conflicting expectations of masculinity, with many feeling pressured to suppress emotions and conform to traditional stereotypes.
New research reveals persistent gender stereotypes in STEM fields, with careers in science and technology still perceived as masculine domains, creating barriers for girls and women.
Discover how breaking down generational stereotypes can lead to meaningful connections and transformative friendships that defy age barriers in modern Britain.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission releases crucial new guidance helping businesses navigate sex and gender equality laws in the workplace and service provision.
The BBC is embroiled in controversy as internal documents reveal staff concerns about home working guidelines permitting biological males to use female facilities, despite Supreme Court gender rulings.
Lidl Ireland faces backlash over St Patrick's Day merchandise featuring offensive stereotypes, prompting swift removal from shelves and social media apology.
Thousands of Icelandic women are walking out of workplaces and homes in a powerful 24-hour strike marking five decades since the groundbreaking 1975 protest that changed the nation.
French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.