US Postal Service Halts All Deliveries: UK Impact
An in-depth look at the unprecedented suspension of US Postal Service deliveries, the reasons behind the crisis, and what it means for international mail, UK businesses, and online shoppers.
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Driver wins unfair dismissal case over failed drug test
A delivery driver sacked for a positive cannabis test has triumphed in a surprise employment tribunal ruling, which found his dismissal was unfair. The tense legal battle centred on procedural flaws in the testing process.
Chipotle Launches UK Drone Delivery for Faster Meals
Burrito giant Chipotle partners with tech firm Flytrex to launch a groundbreaking drone delivery service in the UK, promising faster meals and a greener footprint by taking to the skies.
Australia Post Suspends US Deliveries Over Security Scare
EXCLUSIVE: Australia Post has been forced to temporarily suspend its parcel deliveries to the United States following a major security incident, causing significant disruption for customers and businesses.
Chipotle Overhauls Delivery Service with New Packaging
Chipotle Mexican Grill is overhauling its delivery service with new packaging designed to keep food hotter and crispier, alongside a simplified online ordering system to improve the customer experience.
Gaza Famine Declared: Israel's Clear Humanitarian Duty
A stark legal analysis concludes that Israel bears an unambiguous duty to facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza, as a formal famine declaration is made. The deepening crisis triggers urgent obligations under international law.
Royal Mail fails to deliver one in four first-class letters on time
Shocking new data from Ofcom exposes a severe decline in Royal Mail's performance, with nearly 25% of first-class post failing to arrive on time. The regulator issues a stern warning as service standards plummet across the UK.
Royal Mail Suspends All US Parcel Services Over Tariffs
Exclusive: Royal Mail suspends all parcel services to the United States with immediate effect, citing 'prohibitive' new US import tariffs. British businesses and online sellers face disruption as key transatlantic trade route severed.
Deliveroo driver caught stealing customer's food on camera
Exclusive footage captures a Deliveroo rider brazenly stealing a customer's order in London. The delivery driver was caught on camera pretending to deliver food before walking off with the meal.
Royal Mail Misses Targets as Kretinsky Takeover Nears
Royal Mail faces a delivery crisis, missing crucial performance targets for the second year. As Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group finalises its acquisition, concerns mount over the future of the UK's postal service and potential regulatory act
Brits stuck in takeaway rut with 76% ordering same meal
New research reveals the surprising truth about UK takeaway habits, with most households ordering the same meal repeatedly. Discover the nation's favourite dishes and the psychology behind our culinary comfort zones.
'Phantom' Parcel Delivery Scam Warning For UK Households
UK households are being targeted by a sophisticated 'phantom delivery' SMS scam. Royal Mail and Action Fraud issue urgent warning as criminals steal personal and financial details.
DoorDash to pay £1.7m for 'shocking' UK driver treatment
Food delivery giant DoorDash has been ordered to pay £1.7 million in a landmark UK ruling for systematically denying its couriers basic workers' rights, including minimum wage and holiday pay.
Migrant guilty of groping spree on taxpayer-funded stay
A Sudanese asylum seeker, housed in a luxury hotel at the public's expense, has been found guilty of sexually assaulting multiple women while working as a delivery rider. The case ignites a firestorm over the UK's immigration and justice systems.
Man's £8 London pint delivered 180 miles to Liverpool
A London beer lover's quest for the perfect pint took an extraordinary turn when his online order from a beloved city pub was delivered to his new home – a staggering 180 miles away in Liverpool. The astonishing delivery saga has captured the nation's att
DC police target delivery drivers in harsh crackdown
Delivery drivers for apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash face fines and vehicle seizures in a harsh new Washington DC police initiative, sparking outrage over targeting low-income workers.
Robot Dog Makes First UK Parcel Delivery
In a landmark moment for automation, a Boston Dynamics 'Spot' robot has successfully completed a commercial parcel delivery in the UK. This futuristic trial in Oxfordshire could revolutionise last-mile logistics.
Amazon Australia sacks driver after viral overload video
An Amazon delivery driver in Australia has been fired after a shocking video exposed a van dangerously overloaded with parcels, raising serious concerns about worker safety and corporate pressure during the peak season.
Food courier jailed for 12 years for robbing colleagues
A food delivery courier has been sentenced to 12 years for a violent robbery campaign targeting fellow drivers across South London, including Wimbledon and Kingston upon Thames.
Uber Eats driver jailed for life for customer murder
An Uber Eats delivery driver, Deniz Heydari, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 28 years for the horrific murder of a customer, 36-year-old Bilal Yousaf, in a dispute over a cancelled order in Enfield, North London.
Perth customer slams 'disgraceful' Australia Post service
A Perth resident has lashed out at Australia Post after a frustrating delivery ordeal, calling the service 'utterly unacceptable' and vowing to take his business elsewhere.
Delivery rider stabbed with screwdriver in Sydney
A food delivery rider was viciously assaulted and stabbed with a screwdriver in Sydney, leaving him with severe injuries. Police are hunting for the attacker.
Delivery driver carjacked in brazen daylight attack
A delivery driver was violently carjacked in broad daylight by masked thieves who fled with his vehicle. Police are hunting the suspects as CCTV captures the terrifying ordeal.
DoorDash driver earns less than £3/hour after costs
An Australian DoorDash driver exposes the harsh reality of gig economy wages, revealing earnings as low as £2.50 per hour after expenses.
Amazon expands Prime grocery delivery in New York
Amazon is rolling out Prime benefits in New York, offering free grocery deliveries from Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh to enhance convenience for urban shoppers.
Blue Apron relaunches meal kit service in UK
Blue Apron relaunches its meal kit service with fresh recipes and flexible plans, aiming to win back customers in the UK's competitive food delivery market.
Delivery Hero sells Deliveroo stake in strategic shift
German food delivery giant Delivery Hero has divested its entire 4.5% stake in UK rival Deliveroo, marking a significant strategic pivot in the competitive food tech sector.
Uber Eats driver exposed in Gold Coast hygiene scandal
An Uber Eats delivery driver in Gold Coast, Australia, was caught engaging in unhygienic practices while handling food, sparking outrage among customers and raising concerns over food safety standards.
Crackdown on asylum seekers working illegally for delivery firms
UK authorities have launched a major crackdown on asylum seekers illegally employed by delivery companies, resulting in several arrests. Read the full story here.
London luxury flats ban food delivery riders
Exclusive: Upscale London apartments impose ban on food delivery riders, sparking debate over class discrimination and workers' rights.
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