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Afghan women footballers refused UAE visas

Young Afghan refugee footballers living in the UK have been denied entry to the UAE for a critical tournament, dealing another blow to women's sports in Afghanistan.

Cats' Hunger Strike Over New Food Stuns Owner

A UK cat owner's simple supermarket switch has backfired spectacularly as her two moggies declare an all-out hunger strike against their new meals, sparking concerns and online appeals for solutions.

Australia's New Cash Payment Rules Explained

Australia is implementing sweeping changes to cash payment rules that could affect millions of transactions. Discover what the new limits mean for your wallet and why critics are calling it a war on cash.

China spy suspect caught with £4k cash at Heathrow

Exclusive: Labour's election manifesto faces security questions after a defendant in a major China espionage case was intercepted at Heathrow Airport carrying thousands in cash, raising concerns about foreign interference in British politics.

Kent mother's NHS ordeal: GP refused toddler's MRI scan

Exclusive: A Kent mother reveals her distress after an NHS GP dismissed urgent MRI scan request for her two-year-old daughter showing potential brain injury symptoms, raising serious concerns about patient safety.

Homeless veteran refused council house in Westminster

Exclusive: A former British Army soldier who served his country faces another night on the streets after Westminster Council refused his housing application, sparking outrage among veterans' charities.

Cambridge graduate dies after refusing cancer chemotherapy

A Cambridge University graduate and mother-of-three who rejected conventional cancer treatment in favour of alternative therapies has died, with a coroner concluding her death was influenced by her anti-vaccination beliefs and chemotherapy refusal.

Ryanair passenger denied boarding for being seconds late

A furious traveller's dream holiday to Italy turned into a costly nightmare after Ryanair refused him boarding for arriving at the gate just moments after the official closing time, sparking debate about airline punctuality policies.

Starbucks barista refuses to write 'Charlie Kirk' on cup

A Starbucks barista in the US ignited a firestorm after refusing to write 'Charlie Kirk' on a customer's cup, citing company policy. The incident, involving the conservative Turning Point USA founder, has triggered a intense debate on political bias and c

ChatGPT Refuses to Mimic UK Tabloid Style

OpenAI's ChatGPT has drawn a line in the sand, refusing a user's request to rewrite an article in the style of a major UK right-wing tabloid, citing its policy against generating partisan content.

Plum App: AI Helps UK Savers Build £2 Billion Wealth

Exclusive: The Plum savings app uses cutting-edge AI technology to automate savings and investments, helping UK users save over £2 billion. Discover how it analyses spending patterns to grow your money effortlessly.

Cash Refusal & Card Fees: What's Legal in the UK?

A growing consumer dilemma pits the convenience of card payments against the right to use legal tender. We investigate the legality of cash refusal and surcharges in the UK's evolving payment landscape.

Two Arrested in Westminster 'Cash for Access' Scandal

Two individuals have been arrested following explosive allegations they offered to sell political access and influence to a fictitious Korean company for £30,000, in a major sting operation that has sent shockwaves through Westminster.

Wetherspoons English pubs ban Scottish banknotes

JD Wetherspoon has instructed its pubs in England not to accept Scottish banknotes, citing operational difficulties and staff training issues. The move has sparked discussion on national currency acceptance.

Why Britain Isn't Ready to Ditch Cash

As the UK races towards a cashless future, a growing movement of consumers, experts, and activists are pushing back. Discover the compelling financial, psychological, and societal reasons why cold, hard cash isn't ready for the history books just yet.

UK's Free ATM Network Collapses: 1,500 Vanish in 6 Months

Exclusive: The UK's cash machine network is collapsing at an alarming rate, with over 1,500 free-to-use ATMs vanishing in just six months. LINK, the cash access body, warns this threatens to leave vulnerable communities stranded in an increasingly cashles

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