Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera
Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.
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Debt Collector Pursued 200k Claims While Banned
Panthera Finance allegedly collected $60m from Victorians while banned. Legal action could see consumers entitled to refunds. Discover the full investigation.
FDA Urgent Recall: Deadly Bacteria in Products
Urgent FDA safety alert as multiple products recalled due to dangerous bacterial contamination and hidden allergens posing serious health risks to consumers.
Thai herbal inhaler health warning over dangerous chemicals
Thailand's FDA issues urgent warning after laboratory tests reveal potentially harmful substances in widely-used herbal inhalers, prompting product recalls and consumer safety concerns.
Curling iron recall over fire and burn hazards
Major product recall affects thousands of cordless curling irons sold on Amazon due to serious safety risks. Here's what consumers need to know.
URGENT: Henry Vacuum Recall Over Fire Safety Fears
Critical safety recall issued for thousands of Henry vacuum cleaners across the UK after reports of overheating units sparking fire safety concerns. Full details on affected models and refund procedures.
FDA Alert: Coca-Cola and Sprite Products Recalled
Major recall hits Coca-Cola products as FDA issues urgent safety alert. Discover which Sprite and Coke beverages are being pulled from shelves due to potential contamination risks.
Samsung's Triple Zero Scam Alert: Urgent UK Warning
Samsung issues urgent warning about 'triple zero' text message scam targeting UK customers, revealing how fraudsters impersonate the tech giant to steal personal data and money.
Sofa replacement scandal: Your consumer rights explained
When a furniture retailer replaced a defective £1,399 sofa with a model £200 cheaper, a consumer rights battle began. Discover your legal standing when companies substitute inferior products.
Ireland Pioneers Landmark 'Right to Repair' Consumer Legislation
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
Met Office Issues Amber Heat Alert as UK Temperatures Soar
The Met Office has escalated its heat health alert to amber level as temperatures are forecast to soar across England, prompting health warnings and concerns about vulnerable populations.
UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Supermarket rice warning over plastic contamination risk
Food safety experts issue urgent alert about potential plastic contamination in widely used rice products, revealing which brands are affected and how to stay safe.
Popular toy recalled over explosion safety fears
Major retailers pull bestselling toy from shelves after multiple reports of dangerous overheating and potential explosion risks. Consumers urged to stop using immediately.
Urgent Woolworths Warning Over 'Disgusting' Product Find
Woolworths customers issued an urgent health alert after discovering a repulsive surprise inside a widely sold product. Full details of the shocking contamination incident.
Urgent Recall: Costco Water Bottles Shatter, Injury Risk
Costco issues an urgent product recall for its 1.5L Kirkland Signature water bottles after reports of them shattering unexpectedly, causing a risk of serious lacerations. Full refunds offered.
Impossible Repair Alert: Minor Damage Writing Off Modern Cars
A shocking new report reveals how modern cars are being deemed 'beyond economic repair' due to minor damage and soaring costs, creating a financial timebomb for British motorists.
Car Spins Out Seconds After UK Emergency Alert Test
Shocking dashcam footage captures the precise moment a car spins out of control on a dual carriageway, just seconds after the UK government's nationwide emergency alert test blasts millions of phones. The incident raises serious questions about the safety
The Good Guys fined £1.1m for misleading sale
Australian electronics retailer The Good Guys has been fined a staggering $AUD 2.1 million (£1.1m) by the Federal Court for running a deceptive 'Massive Sale' that misled customers on pricing and discounts. The ACCC investigation revealed widespread non-c
UK Emergency Alert Test: Lifesaver or 'Nanny State' Overreach?
The UK's new emergency alert system launches this Sunday, promising to warn millions of citizens of imminent danger. But critics raise serious concerns over privacy, safety for abuse victims, and the potential for 'nanny state' overreach.
Minister denies emergency alert test was sabotaged
A Labour frontbencher has been forced to publicly deny allegations that the government's bungled national emergency alert test was deliberately missed or sabotaged, following accusations from Reform UK's Richard Tice.
UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System
The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.
UK Emergency Alert Mystery: Why Phones Stayed Silent
Exclusive investigation reveals why the UK's new emergency alert system failed to reach many users today, from software issues to network settings. Find out if your device is affected.
UK Emergency Phone Alert: Major Test Date Confirmed
The UK government has announced a crucial nationwide test of its new emergency alert system, sending a message to every compatible Samsung Galaxy and smartphone in the country. Here's what you need to know.
UK Emergency Alert Test: What Happens at 3pm Today
The UK government will test its new nationwide emergency alert system today at 3pm. Ministers urge the public to remain calm and simply acknowledge the message on their mobile phones.
UK Emergency Alert Test: Full Details for April 23rd
Millions of UK mobiles will blare a siren in a major government test of a new public warning system. Here's the full list of who will and won't receive the alert.
UK Emergency Alert: Your Phone Will Sound This Sunday
The UK government is testing a new emergency alert system this Sunday, 23rd April. Find out what to expect and how it will affect every mobile phone in the country.
Emergency Alert Test: Your Phone Will Sound This Sunday
The UK government will test its new emergency alarm system this Sunday. Find out exactly when your phone will sound and how to opt-out if you need to.
UK Warning: Fake Powerball & Publishers Clearing House Scam Emails
The National Trading Standards Scams Team issues an urgent warning to UK households about a surge in sophisticated fake lottery and prize draw emails falsely using the Powerball and Publishers Clearing House brands to steal money and personal data.
UK Emergency Alert: Your Phone Will Scream This Sunday
Millions across the UK will receive a loud, 10-second emergency alert on their mobiles this Sunday at 3pm. The government test aims to revolutionise public safety during life-threatening events like floods or terror attacks.
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