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UK bans junk food ads targeting children

New UK rules ban junk food ads online and pre-9pm on TV to protect children. With obesity rates twice as high in deprived areas, this is a vital step for public health and tackling inequality. Read more.

UK ads from the 90s and 2000s that wouldn't air today

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.

15 Nostalgic UK Ads That Would Be Banned Today

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.

Full HFSS Ad Ban Starts Monday in UK

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.

Full ban on junk food ads comes into force

A total ban on TV and online ads for unhealthy food high in fat, salt and sugar is now in effect. The move aims to prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases.

Trump's 2026 travel ban targets seven nations

The Trump administration enforces a new travel ban on seven nations, citing security flaws. The move follows a deadly shooting and expands US immigration restrictions. Read the full details.

US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes

An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.

2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever

The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.

UK bans junk food TV ads before 9pm watershed

A landmark UK ban on TV ads for unhealthy food before 9pm comes into force. Discover how this new regulation aims to protect children and shape public health policy.

Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent

Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.

WPP shares leap on takeover bid speculation

WPP's share price surged as much as 6% following reports of potential takeover interest from rival Havas and private equity firms. Discover the implications for the UK's advertising giant.

Spotify Boycott: Users Protest ICE Ads in Climate Content

Spotify users are mobilising a widespread boycott campaign after the streaming giant displayed advertisements for ICE cars during climate-focused content, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and corporate greenwashing.

WPP job cuts as CEO slams 'unacceptable' performance

Global advertising giant WPP faces significant restructuring with thousands of jobs at risk after new CEO Mark Read condemns company's disappointing financial results and pledges radical transformation.

UK Ends 'Intent' Rule for Racism in TV Ads

New legislation will remove 'intent' requirement from racism investigations in TV ads, marking a seismic shift in broadcast regulation and diversity enforcement.

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