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Polite litter accounts for almost half of UK rubbish

A new study reveals 'polite litter' – rubbish thoughtfully placed on hedges and ledges – accounts for 46.6% of UK littering. Discover the surprising environmental impact and what councils must do.

Alan Carr Reveals His Competitive Streak

Comedian Alan Carr opens up about his fierce competitive nature, surprising career ambitions, and what's next for the beloved entertainer in this exclusive interview.

Christmas tree arrives amid bin strike fury

A London council faces public outrage after installing a Christmas tree while bin collections remain suspended due to ongoing strike action, sparking accusations of misplaced priorities.

Ascot Outsiders Defy Odds in Racing Shake-up

The hallowed turf of Ascot witnessed another spectacular upset as outsiders dominated the card, signalling a dramatic shift in horse racing's competitive landscape where surprises are becoming the new normal.

Man fined £500 for clearing rubbish from public alleyway

A Birmingham resident faces a hefty £500 penalty from the council after taking matters into his own hands to clear fly-tipped waste from a communal alleyway, sparking debate about civic responsibility versus council regulations.

Engineer Grows Record 2700lb Pumpkin, Wins $30k Prize

A structural engineer from California has claimed victory at the World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off with a gargantuan specimen tipping scales at over 2700 pounds, securing the $30,000 grand prize.

Extreme lengths UK commuters go to for a train seat

An investigation reveals the extraordinary lengths UK commuters go to secure a seat on Britain's most overcrowded trains, from 'train stalking' to strategic boarding tactics at major stations like Clapham Junction.

UK Town Buried Under 15,000 Tonnes of Fly-Tipped Waste

A quiet UK town has been declared the nation's fly-tipping capital after being inundated with a staggering 15,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, including hazardous materials, creating a national scandal.

Stormzy's football club in crisis after travellers dump rubbish

Rapper Stormzy's non-league football club, AFC Croydon Athletic, faces a crisis after an illegal traveller encampment left the stadium buried under piles of waste and human faeces, forcing training cancellations and health hazard warnings.

Urgent Council Bin Warning Issued to UK Households

Households across the UK are being put on alert as councils roll out major changes to bin collection schedules and rules. Here's what you need to know to avoid fines and missed pickups.

Ofcom Launches CMA Probe Into Cloud Market Giants

UK regulator Ofcom has referred the cloud market for an in-depth CMA investigation, citing concerns over anti-competitive practices by Amazon and Microsoft that could harm British businesses.

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