What the UK Bought in 2025: Key Consumer Trends
A look back at the UK's most sought-after items in 2025, from viral toys to seasonal food collaborations and shifting spending habits. Discover the full story.
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Judge orders Trump administration to fund consumer watchdog
A federal judge has ruled the Trump administration must continue funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, blocking an attempt to 'starve' the agency. Discover the legal battle's implications.
Democrats Sue Over Trump's CFPB Changes
US Democrats file a lawsuit against the Trump administration's restructuring of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The move aims to block a rule they argue weakens consumer protections.
Who is liable for parcels stolen from your doorstep?
If a courier leaves a parcel outside and it's stolen, the retailer is legally responsible. A law student clarifies your rights to a refund or replacement under UK consumer law.
ACCC Sues HelloFresh and Youfoodz Over Subscription Traps
Australia's consumer watchdog takes HelloFresh and Youfoodz to court, alleging over 100,000 customers were misled by difficult-to-cancel meal-kit subscriptions. Read the full details.
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.
Jess Wilson: First Female Victorian Liberal Leader
Jess Wilson becomes Victorian Liberals' first female leader, shifting focus from crime to budget and cost of living. Could this historic change threaten Labor's dominance?
Victorian Liberals Elect First Female Leader Jess Wilson
The Victorian Liberal Party has made history, electing Jess Wilson as its first female leader. Discover the details of the leadership spill and what this means for the next state election.
Jess Wilson Elected First Female Victorian Liberal Leader
First-term MP Jess Wilson defeats Brad Battin in a leadership spill, becoming the Victorian Liberal Party's first female leader. Discover the implications for the party's future.
Victoria's Liberal leader Brad Battin faces leadership spill
Victoria's opposition leader Brad Battin faces a leadership challenge as early as Tuesday. Shadow treasurer Jess Wilson has gathered support to test his position.
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.
Widow fined for donating late husband's clothes to charity
A widow faces heartbreaking penalty after donating her deceased husband's belongings to The Salvation Army while navigating cancer treatment and bereavement.
Victoria Labor needs One Nation for assisted dying bill
In a dramatic political twist, Victoria's Labor government has been forced to rely on One Nation and crossbench MPs to pass controversial voluntary assisted dying legislation after a major factional split within its own party.
Following a 170-year-old map through London reveals hidden secrets
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
Microsoft sued in Australia over AI pricing allegations
Tech giant Microsoft is being sued by Australia's competition watchdog for allegedly misleading millions of Australians about AI feature pricing in a case that could set a major precedent for tech regulation.
South London's Victorian Lodge Transformed Into Stunning Home
Discover how a dilapidated Victorian lodge in South London was miraculously converted into an award-winning contemporary family residence while preserving its historic charm.
Victoria pushes Aboriginal treaty despite public opposition
The Victorian government is proceeding with its landmark Aboriginal treaty against the will of voters, as new polling reveals significant public opposition to the divisive agreement.
Victorian MP's marble tomb stands defiant among beach huts
The extraordinary story of Victorian MP John Cordle's lavish marble tomb that remains an aristocratic anomaly among the colourful beach bungalows of Sizewell, Suffolk.
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.
Sussan Ley's Crime Crusade Hits Victorian Labor Hard
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley capitalises on Melbourne's crime wave, turning public safety fears into a major political victory that leaves Victorian Labor reeling.
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.
Victoria's Crime Crisis: From Dream State to Nightmare
Exclusive investigation reveals Victoria's shocking descent into Australia's crime capital, with youth violence, carjackings and home invasions terrorising communities as authorities struggle to contain the epidemic.
California regulates streaming ad volume in new law
California introduces groundbreaking legislation to regulate advertising volume on streaming platforms, aiming to protect consumers from disruptive audio spikes.
Heidelberg United plot historic cup final upset
In a stunning David vs Goliath clash, Victorian state league side Heidelberg United are preparing to shock A-League giants Newcastle Jets in what promises to be the most dramatic Australia Cup final in recent memory. Discover how this grassroots club is d
Victorian Liberals extend reselection deadlines amid crisis
The Victorian Liberal Party faces internal chaos as an unprecedented deadline extension for candidate reselections reveals deep divisions and leadership struggles ahead of crucial elections.
The Railway That Revolutionised British Travel
Discover how the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, opened in 1830, revolutionised transport and created the blueprint for modern rail travel that we know today.
Maxwell House drops 'Apartments' after 133 years
A prestigious Central London apartment building with Victorian origins makes a dramatic name change after more than a century, reflecting evolving property trends and luxury market demands.
Woman's flu diagnosis reveals rare Victorian disease
A routine flu diagnosis turned into a medical mystery when a British woman discovered she'd contracted a rare Victorian-era illness doctors thought had disappeared from modern Britain.
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