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Olive Garden Portion Sizes Shrink as Prices Rise

British diners are noticing significant changes at Olive Garden restaurants, with many reporting smaller portion sizes while menu prices continue to climb. Discover what's really happening with your favourite unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks.

Myer Profits Plummet 35% in Challenging Retail Climate

Australian department store giant Myer reports a dramatic 35% fall in full-year net profit, citing intense competition and cost-of-living pressures. The retailer's outlook remains cautious amidst challenging market conditions.

Smart Home Devices Spying on You? Shocking UK Privacy Study

Groundbreaking research from the University of Warwick exposes severe privacy flaws in popular smart home devices. Discover which gadgets are collecting your most intimate data and how to protect your digital life from corporate surveillance.

Apple's AirPods 4: Rent for 20p a Day?

Apple is reportedly exploring a radical new subscription model for its upcoming AirPods 4, potentially allowing users to pay a small daily fee instead of a hefty upfront cost. This move could revolutionise how we access premium tech.

£160 Easter egg slammed as an 'absolute scam' by shoppers

A luxury Easter egg costing a staggering £160 has left shoppers furious after it was revealed to be mostly empty packaging. The 'Golden Speckled Egg' by luxury chocolatier William Curley has been slammed as an 'absolute joke' and a 'scam'.

Walmart Leak: Receipt Check Policy Set for Major Overhaul

A leaked internal memo from Walmart suggests the retail giant is set to abolish its controversial ' receipt check' policy for customers, potentially ending a major point of friction at store exits across the UK and US.

Store's 'Get Pregnant, Get Refund' Offer Sparks Fury

A major UK electrical retailer faces a feminist backlash over a controversial promotion offering a full refund on purchases to women who fall pregnant within a month. Critics slam the 'free microwave' offer as deeply regressive and irresponsible.

Store's "pregnancy refund" offer sparks fury and feminist outcry

A major electrical retailer sparks outrage with a controversial promotion offering female customers full refunds on appliances if they conceive within 30 days of purchase. Feminists and critics condemn the policy as 'deeply regressive' and 'patronising'.

Just Eat glitch: Woman gets £40 meal for £3.50

A stunned customer received a gourmet three-course meal worth over £40 for just £3.50 due to a major Just Eat pricing error, exposing a loophole in the food delivery platform's system.

Cashrewards Shuts Down: Urgent Warning for Australians

Cashrewards, a major Australian cashback platform, has abruptly ceased operations. Customers are urgently advised to withdraw their funds as the company enters administration, sparking concerns over unpaid cashback and member balances.

Poundland discontinues popular 50p makeup deal

Poundland has quietly ended its famous 50p 'Makeup Gallery' deal, removing a major budget beauty staple from shelves and sparking disappointment among savvy shoppers across the UK.

Festive Chocolate Shrinkflation Scandal Exposed

A new investigation reveals how Britain's favourite festive chocolate boxes have been hit by shrinkflation, with fewer sweets and smaller sizes despite rising prices. We break down the shocking findings.

The Good Guys fined £1.1m for misleading sale

Australian electronics retailer The Good Guys has been fined a staggering $AUD 2.1 million (£1.1m) by the Federal Court for running a deceptive 'Massive Sale' that misled customers on pricing and discounts. The ACCC investigation revealed widespread non-c

UK Banks Axe 74 Branches in Six Weeks

Major UK banks are accelerating branch closures, shutting down 74 locations across England, Scotland, and Wales in a devastating six-week blow to local communities and the elderly.

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