Student jailed for 90 days over chicken 'rescue'
A California student is sentenced to 90 days in jail and a £80,000 fine for breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story on the controversial animal rights case.
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Activist jailed for stealing chickens from poultry farm
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, was sentenced to 90 days for taking four birds from a Perdue plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy.
Activist jailed for 60 days after stealing chickens
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced to jail and $100k restitution for taking four chickens from a Perdue farm. Her defence argued it was a rescue from cruelty. Read the full story.
Frasers Group sales fall as consumer confidence slumps
Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct and Flannels, sees UK sales drop to £1.3bn. CEO Michael Murray cites 'very subdued' consumer confidence and heavy discounting. Read the full analysis.
Frasers Group sales up 5% despite tough retail climate
Frasers Group reports £2.6bn revenue for H1 FY26, with luxury brand Flannels returning to growth and international sales soaring 43%. Discover how the retail giant is navigating a challenging market.
DWP Gains New Powers to Access Bank Accounts
The DWP has implemented controversial new powers to request bank details and deduct money directly from accounts to combat benefit fraud. Civil liberties groups warn of 'mass financial surveillance'. Read the full story.
Sports Direct customers threatened with court over refunds
Sports Direct is reportedly threatening customers with County Court action for pursuing chargebacks after porch pirates stole their deliveries. Consumer law experts condemn the aggressive tactics.
Cook County Approves Permanent Basic Income Scheme
Cook County in Illinois has unanimously approved a permanent guaranteed basic income programme, providing $500 monthly payments to thousands of low-income residents following a successful pilot scheme.
Gen Z Debt: 27% Default, Risking Mortgages
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
New Prague-Berlin-Copenhagen Train Route from £57
A new direct train connecting Prague, Berlin, and Copenhagen launches 1 May 2026. Tickets from £57. Explore three European capitals sustainably.
Women hit harder by public debt in Scotland
New research reveals women in Scotland are disproportionately driven into poverty by public debt collection. A wake-up call for policymakers to reform harsh recovery methods.
Riyadh's New Direct Flights from London Challenge EU Breaks
Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, emerges as a unique cultural city break with new Virgin Atlantic flights. Discover ancient heritage and modern ambition.
8 UK sites identified for climate change carbon capture
Scientists have pinpointed eight UK locations with volcanic rock that could store 3 billion tonnes of CO2, offering a potential breakthrough in Britain's climate crisis fight.
Logitech RS50 Review: Top Direct Drive for Beginners
Logitech's new RS50 direct drive wheelbase delivers 8NM force feedback, console compatibility & superb value. Is this the best starter kit for sim racing?
Santander £200 Switch Bonus: Eligibility & How to Claim
Santander is paying £200 to customers who switch their current account. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim your cash within 90 days.
Qantas Plans Direct London-New York Flights
Australian airline Qantas announces groundbreaking direct flights from London to New York, slashing travel time and redefining ultra-long-haul aviation with new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.
Bank of England Warns of Growing Consumer Debt Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals millions of Britons are struggling with bills and loan repayments as the Bank of England sounds alarm over growing consumer debt crisis.
Illinois wipes out $1bn medical debt for 300,000 residents
Governor JB Pritzker announces revolutionary $10 million medical debt relief programme, set to eliminate bills for nearly 300,000 Illinois residents in one of America's most ambitious healthcare reforms.
Eva Air launches direct UK-Phuket flights year-round
Taiwan's Eva Air makes travel history with groundbreaking year-round direct flights from London Heathrow to Thailand's tropical island paradise of Phuket, starting March 2025.
195,000 households get energy debts wiped clean
Major energy debt relief announced as regulator clears £25 million in outstanding bills for vulnerable households across Great Britain. Find out if you're eligible for this financial lifeline.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Mike Ashley bids for Sheffield Wednesday takeover
Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley has launched a shock bid to purchase Sheffield Wednesday, potentially ending Dejphon Chansiri's controversial eight-year reign at Hillsborough.
Palestine Action storms offices in UK-wide protests
Pro-Palestine demonstrators targeted two major UK cities in coordinated protests against companies allegedly supplying military equipment to Israel, leading to multiple arrests.
Trump's $7.8 Trillion Debt Bomb Exposes GOP Hypocrisy
Exclusive analysis reveals stunning Republican U-turn on fiscal responsibility as Trump-era policies and pandemic spending drive US debt to unprecedented levels, creating a political minefield for the GOP.
Delta launches direct Atlanta-Riyadh flights
Delta Air Lines launches first-ever non-stop flights between Atlanta and Riyadh, capitalising on Saudi Arabia's ambitious tourism transformation and strengthened US ties.
US per capita debt surpasses Greece and Italy
Stunning analysis reveals the average American carries more government debt than citizens of European nations notorious for fiscal crises. Discover what this means for global markets.
ATO enlists debt collectors for tax recovery
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.
PIA resumes direct UK flights after four-year hiatus
Pakistan's national carrier returns to UK skies with new Manchester route, reconnecting British-Pakistani communities and offering competitive fares for travellers.
Martin Lewis's Meter Reading Trick Saves £180
Discover how following Martin Lewis's straightforward meter reading advice can dramatically cut your energy bills as we put his tip to the test with surprising results.
US National Debt Crisis Accelerates at Record Pace
The United States national debt has surged past a terrifying milestone, growing at its fastest pace in history. Experts warn this unprecedented acceleration threatens global economic stability.
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