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Middlesbrough Body Discovery: Police Launch Major Probe

A major police investigation is underway in Middlesbrough after a man's body was discovered in a residential flat. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Waverley Street, with the area cordoned off as forensic teams work to establish the circumstances.

UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.

BBC editor cleared over edited Sunak interview

A BBC Breakfast editor has been exonerated after an internal investigation into the editing of a PM Sunak interview, which sparked accusations of censorship from viewers.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Cripple FTC Powers

In a landmark legal move, former President Donald Trump is petitioning the Supreme Court to dramatically curtail the powers of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a case that could permanently alter the US regulatory landscape and empower corporate intere

Google fined €2.1bn by EU for market dominance abuse

The European Commission has slapped Google with a massive €2.1 billion antitrust fine for illegally favouring its own shopping comparison service in search results, marking a major escalation in Brussels' battle with Big Tech.

Labour investigates Angela Rayner over tax affairs allegations

Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner is under internal investigation by her own party over allegations surrounding her tax affairs and past council house sale. The probe, confirmed by leader Keir Starmer, follows scrutiny of her financial dealings.

Newsmax Sues Fox News Alleging Cable News Monopoly

Conservative broadcaster Newsmax launches a major antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging coercive tactics and monopolistic practices to suppress competition in the US cable news landscape.

Newsmax Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox News

Right-wing broadcaster Newsmax launches a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging a coercive scheme with cable giants to suppress competition and force it off major platforms.

EU Declares Google Chrome a Monopoly in Landmark Ruling

In a historic antitrust verdict, the EU has ruled Google Chrome a 'gatekeeper' monopoly. Discover how this decision will break down its dominance and force Google to offer real browser choice on Android and Windows across Europe.

UK regulator may force Google to sell Chrome browser

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a radical proposal to break Google's dominance, suggesting a potential sale of its Chrome browser to foster competition in the search engine market.

SFO Drops Fraud Probe Into Construction Giant Hanson

The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte

Man Found Dead In Burned-Out Car In Westminster

A major police investigation is underway after the grim discovery of a man's body inside a burnt-out vehicle on a central London street, with forensic teams scouring the scene for clues.

Court Rejects Meta's Bid to Dismiss FTC Antitrust Case

A US federal judge delivers a significant setback to Meta, allowing the FTC's landmark antitrust lawsuit to proceed. The case challenges the tech giant's alleged monopolisation of the virtual reality market.

US files antitrust lawsuit against Apple

The US Justice Department has filed a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of stifling competition and maintaining an illegal monopoly in the smartphone market.

EU probes Swiss pharma over Trump-era deals

European Union investigates Swiss pharmaceutical firms Roche and Novartis for potential antitrust violations in deals connected to Donald Trump's administration.

US probes UnitedHealth over antitrust concerns

The US Justice Department has initiated a significant antitrust investigation into UnitedHealth Group, scrutinising potential monopolistic practices in its health insurance and healthcare services divisions.

UK probes Apple & Google mobile dominance

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority investigates Apple and Google's stranglehold on mobile ecosystems, raising concerns over competition and consumer choice.

Mum's double life as £100k theft ring leader

A seemingly ordinary suburban mother-of-two led a secret life as a prolific thief, orchestrating a £100,000 burglary spree while evading detection from neighbours and police.

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