Octopus Energy's 12am-4pm 'Rule' to Cut Bills
Octopus Energy urges UK households to shift electricity use to midnight-4pm, when greener, cheaper power is abundant. Learn how time-of-use tariffs can save you over £500.
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Octopus Energy's 12am-4pm 'rule' to cut energy bills
Octopus Energy urges UK households to shift electricity use to midnight-4pm for cheaper, greener power. Learn how time-of-use tariffs and smart meters can maximise savings.
New Jersey Bans Student Mobile Phones in Schools
New Jersey becomes the 27th US state to ban student mobile phones in public schools. The law aims to curb distractions and improve mental health, affecting over 1.3 million pupils. Discover the full impact.
New Jersey bans student mobile phones in schools
New Jersey becomes the 27th US state to enforce a full-day school mobile phone ban, aiming to boost focus and curb distractions for over 1.3 million public school students.
Mother's 20-Year Cocaine Addiction: From School to Sobriety
A Surrey mother-of-three spent £200 daily on cocaine, using it to clean her home. After two decades, she found recovery. Read her shocking story of hidden addiction in middle-class Britain.
Govt Issues Screen Time Warning for Under-Fives
New government guidance warns parents of screen time's impact on toddlers' language. Research links 5+ hours daily to poorer development. Get the facts and advice.
Renee Good's Final Words Video Sparks US Outrage
Newly released footage shows Renee Good's final moments before being shot by an ICE agent, sparking protests and a fierce political debate over police use of force.
Experts: Minneapolis ICE Shooting Was 'Induced'
Former officers and legal experts dispute the Trump administration's justification for the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good, citing a breach of use-of-force policies. Read the full analysis.
Analogue Bags: Fashion's Answer to Doomscrolling
Discover how 'analogue bags' filled with puzzles and knitting are helping Brits reduce phone use. Learn about the trend championed by millennials and Gen Z to reclaim attention.
ICE Shooting of Mother in Car Highlights Policy Gap
The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis has reignited debate over law enforcement policies on firing at moving vehicles. Discover the critical policy inconsistencies.
Seattle Mayor's 'Soft' Drug Policy Sparks Public Outcry
Seattle's new mayor faces backlash as drug addicts praise reported orders for police not to arrest for public drug use, leading to a surge in street squalor and business despair.
Legal Hurdles for Charges in ICE Agent Shooting
The family of a woman killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis calls it murder. We examine the complex legal standards for use of force and immunity that may shield the officer from prosecution.
ICE Agent's Fatal Shooting of Woman in Minneapolis Sparks Debate
The fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis raises critical questions about use-of-force policies regarding moving vehicles. Explore the facts and the national debate.
$23bn in Unused Gift Cards Sparks Warning
A staggering $23 billion in gift cards sits unused in the US. The National Use Your Gift Card Day on January 17 urges consumers to reclaim their 'free money'. Find out how.
Expert Tips to Reduce Screen Time in 2026
Move beyond basic notifications. Discover 15 unique, expert-backed strategies to cut down on doomscrolling and reclaim your time in the new year.
UK's £23bn Unused Gift Card Problem Revealed
A financial awareness campaign reveals a staggering £23 billion in unused gift cards sits dormant in the UK. Learn how to find, spend, or donate your forgotten balances to start the new year smarter.
2025's Busiest ATM Day Was December 19, Data Shows
Link ATM data reveals a 4% annual decline in cash withdrawals, with £76.7bn taken out in 2025. Discover the surprising peak day and what it means for the UK's cash use.
Tesco recalls pâté over use-by date error
Tesco has urgently recalled three own-brand pâtés due to an incorrect use-by date, posing a potential microbiological risk. Customers are warned not to eat them and to return for a full refund.
Tesco Recalls Pâté Over Incorrect Use-By Dates
Tesco has urgently recalled three pâté products due to incorrect use-by dates posing a 'microbiological risk'. Customers are urged not to eat them and to return for a full refund.
DHS condemned for using artist's work without permission
The US Department of Homeland Security is under fire for using Japanese artist Hiroshi Nagai's artwork without permission to promote its deportation agenda. Read the full story.
Israel's dual-use rules block aid but allow commercial sales
Exclusive: Israel is allowing traders to bring generators and tent poles into Gaza, items barred for humanitarian groups. This two-tier system is crippling aid efforts as winter sets in.
Israel's dual-use rules create two-tier aid system in Gaza
Exclusive: Israel allows commercial traders to bring generators and tent poles into Gaza while barring them for humanitarian organisations, creating a lucrative market amid desperate need.
Study Launched on Screen Time Impact for Babies
A major UK study is investigating the effects of screen time on infants, with some exposed to over four hours daily. Experts warn of long-term attention and communication issues. Read the findings.
Study Launched Into Screen Time Impact on Babies
A major UK study investigates the 'blind spot' around babies and screen time, as experts warn some infants face over four hours daily. Discover the potential long-term impacts and official guidelines.
Study Launched Into Screen Time Impact on Babies
A major UK study investigates the 'blind spot' of screen exposure in babies. Experts warn of long-term developmental risks as some infants face over four hours daily. Learn the evidence.
Reiner Tragedy Highlights Addiction Stigma, Parents Warn
The shocking Reiner family case has US and UK parents fearing it will fuel dangerous stereotypes about addiction and violence, overshadowing the real crisis.
NHS Lansoprazole Warning for Users Over Three Months
The NHS has issued crucial guidance for patients taking lansoprazole long-term, warning of risks like low magnesium and vitamin deficiency. Learn the symptoms and when to see your doctor.
Gen Z Smoking Rates Hit 10-Year High in UK
UK smoking rates are rising again, driven by Gen Z nostalgia and celebrity influence. Youth tobacco use hits its highest level in a decade, sparking health warnings.
Teens React to Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
$1M Settlement for Honolulu Police Shooting of Teen
Honolulu's city council approves a $1 million settlement for the 2021 police shooting of Iremamber Sykap, a case highlighting racism towards Micronesians. Read the full story.
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