Wrong cherry tree felled in Kew due to contractor error
A healthy, mature cherry tree in Kew was mistakenly chopped down after contractors confused streets with the same name. The firm has apologised and sourced a replacement. Read the full story.
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Pregnant Amazon worker wins job back after unfair dismissal
An Amazon warehouse worker sacked via text after revealing her pregnancy wins her job back and nearly $15,000 in compensation. The Fair Work Commission ruled the dismissal lacked decency.
OBR's Budget Blunder: Career-Ending Mistakes Explored
After the OBR's early budget release shook markets, we examine what constitutes a critical workplace error today. Discover how professionals recover from major slip-ups.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
The 1% Club issues on-air apology after technical fault
ITV's popular quiz show The 1% Club was forced to issue an on-air apology after a technical failure left viewers confused during Saturday night's broadcast. The incident occurred during a crucial question about a fictional company's profits.
BT engineer error causes false paedophile accusations
A catastrophic broadband installation error by a BT engineer led to three people being wrongly investigated for child sex offences after internet connections were accidentally crossed.
Cleaner discovers murder scene during routine Chelmsford job
A Chelmsford cleaning contractor describes the horrifying moment he realised a routine cleaning job was actually a murder scene cleanup, leading to a crucial breakthrough in a murder investigation.
12 Palestine Action activists arrested in London raids
Metropolitan Police conduct coordinated arrests across London targeting Palestine Action members accused of planning direct action against Israeli defence contractor Elbit Systems.
Worker quits after stranger keeps his wrongly sent salary
A UK office worker accidentally transferred his entire salary to a stranger's account instead of his savings - then made a life-changing decision when the recipient refused to return the money.
Cowboy Builder Jailed for £65k Family Home Scam
A rogue builder who left a family's dream home in ruins and stole £65,000 has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of contractor fraud.
Florida Challenges Federal Vaccine Mandate in Court
Florida's Attorney General Ashley Moody launches a bold legal challenge against the Biden administration's federal contractor vaccine mandate, citing constitutional overreach and potential economic damage.
Aldi Apologises for Payroll Error Clawing Back Staff Wages
Aldi has issued a grovelling apology to its employees after a major payroll error led to the supermarket wrongfully clawing back wages from hundreds of staff members' accounts.
Emmerdale Fans Fume Over 'Ridiculous' Police Blunder
Fans of the ITV soap spot a major continuity error as Tom King's dramatic arrest unfolds, leaving them questioning the show's attention to detail.
NHS Surgeon Axed After Wrong Leg Amputation Horror
A senior NHS surgeon has been suspended following a catastrophic surgical error that led to the amputation of a patient's healthy leg. The devastating mistake occurred at a major UK hospital, raising serious questions about patient safety protocols.
Lockheed Martin scrutinised over employee ADHD medication policy
Aerospace giant Lockheed Martin is under fire for allegedly forcing employees to disclose ADHD medication use, raising serious concerns about medical privacy and discrimination in the workplace.
Morrisons shopper finds just one mince pie in multipack box
A Morrisons customer was left stunned after discovering her box of mince pies intended for six contained just a single pastry. The supermarket has apologised and launched an investigation into the packaging error.
Brit's Turkey Holiday Nightmare After 7:30am Flight Booking Error
A British tourist's dream holiday to Turkey turned into a frantic nightmare after a catastrophic booking error saw her morning alarm coincide with her flight's departure time. Discover how a single-digit mistake led to a costly travel disaster.
Rare misprinted 20p coin could be worth £200
A rare 20p coin featuring a unique and subtle misprint from the Royal Mint is now highly sought after by collectors, with some versions selling for nearly £200 online. Discover how to spot this valuable error in your pocket change.
Mirror Corrects Erroneous Marc Citron Obituary
The Daily Mirror has published a prominent correction after its obituary for US music executive Marc Citron falsely stated he had worked with David Bowie.
Ted Lasso Fans Stunned By Major Finale Plot Hole
Eagle-eyed Ted Lasso viewers have uncovered a significant continuity error in the show's finale surrounding Keeley Jones's PR firm funding, leaving fans questioning the beloved series' attention to detail.
Webb Admits VAR Error Denied Chelsea Penalty vs Fulham
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has confirmed a significant VAR error occurred, wrongly denying Chelsea a first-half penalty in their recent Premier League clash against Fulham.
Howard Webb Confirms VAR Error in Chelsea vs Fulham Match
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has conceded a major VAR error, confirming Chelsea were wrongly denied a penalty during their Premier League match against Fulham. Exclusive details on the refereeing controversy.
Premier League admits TWO VAR errors in Chelsea vs Man Utd
The Premier League has been forced into a humiliating apology after two major VAR errors robbed Chelsea of clear penalties in their dramatic 4-3 defeat to Manchester United.
MacBook Air Under £100 in Amazon Pricing Error
Shoppers are going wild for an incredible pricing error on the MacBook Air M1, with the powerful Apple laptop mistakenly listed for under £100 on Amazon UK.
BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay apologises after on-screen blunder
BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay was left red-faced after a technical blunder caused an embarrassing on-screen moment, forcing him to issue an immediate apology to viewers during the live broadcast.
IVF mix-up: White couple has mixed-race baby after clinic error
A major IVF clinic faces legal action after a catastrophic sperm sample error results in a white couple giving birth to a mixed-race child. The devastating mix-up emerged moments after delivery, sparking questions about fertility industry safeguards.
ESPN commentator sparks backlash for on-air dig at colleague
A tense moment unfolded on live television as ESPN baseball commentator David Cone appeared to mock fellow analyst Eduardo Pérez for a pronunciation error, igniting a firestorm of criticism from viewers and raising questions about on-air conduct.
Surgeon mutilates patient's penis in circumcision nightmare
A patient's life was shattered after a routine circumcision at a private clinic led to catastrophic organ damage. Exclusive details on the surgical error, the £200,000 settlement, and the ongoing fight for justice.
Amazon Freevee Hit By Major UK Outage On Fire TV Sticks
Thousands of Amazon Fire TV Stick users report being unable to access Freevee content due to a widespread service outage. Here's what we know and when service might resume.
Council's £10k error becomes couple's dream windfall
A Scottish couple received an unexpected £10,000 from their council for home improvements - and were told to keep it after officials admitted the grant was sent in error. Discover how this bureaucratic blunder became their blessing.
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