Reform MP sorry for 'no people of colour' job ads
James McArthur, Reform UK MP for Great Yarmouth, faces backlash after advertising for 'reliable, hardworking British staff' while explicitly stating 'no people of colour' in job postings.
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TotalEnergies guilty of greenwashing in court ruling
French oil giant TotalEnergies has been ruled by a Paris court to have made misleading environmental claims about its natural gas operations, in a major victory for climate campaigners.
Bupa pays £1.4m bonuses after misleading customers
Health insurance giant Bupa has paid out £1.4 million in bonuses to senior executives despite admitting to systematically misleading thousands of Australian customers, raising serious questions about corporate accountability.
Woolworths' Big W Ad Banned for Misleading Prices
Australia's advertising watchdog has ruled against Woolworths' Big W promotion, finding the 'Every Day Low Prices' campaign misled consumers about genuine discounts.
Trader Joe's sued over 'misleading' snack packaging
Popular grocery chain Trader Joe's confronts class-action lawsuits in multiple US states alleging deceptive packaging practices on snack products, with consumers claiming they're getting 'far less' than advertised.
Wellness Washing: The Dangerous New Health Trend
From 'dupe' skincare to sleep tourism, discover how brands are exploiting wellness trends with unsubstantiated claims and potentially harmful products.
Tate accusers condemn 'misleading' Spectator article
Women who have accused Andrew Tate of abuse have launched a fierce criticism of The Spectator, alleging a recent article misrepresented their experiences and platformed Tate's views without proper context.
Kellogg's fined £500k for misleading health claims
Kellogg's Australia has been hit with a hefty A$500,000 fine for making false 'health halo' claims about its breakfast cereals. The Federal Court ruled the company misled consumers about the nutritional benefits of products like Nutri-Grain, Special K, an
Estate agent's £1.5m mansion listing exposes derelict reality
An elegant property listing for an eight-bedroom mansion in Stoke-on-Trent promised luxury but revealed a derelict nightmare upon viewing, exposing a potentially misleading estate agent practice.
FCA pays £30k after Ombudsman ruling over misleading advice
The Financial Conduct Authority has been ordered to pay compensation after the Financial Ombudsman Service ruled it gave 'unclear and misleading' advice to a customer of Admiral Insurance.
Wellness Washing: The New Trend Duping UK Consumers
Experts warn of a surge in 'wellness washing', where brands use misleading claims about sleep, skincare, and supplements to exploit consumer wellbeing trends for profit.
Aldi 'Told to Behave' By Watchdog Over Misleading Prices
Aldi faces a stern reprimand from the UK's competition watchdog for potentially misleading 'price reduction' claims, sparking a major conversation about supermarket pricing transparency.
Holidaymakers stunned by 'nun-run' accommodation scam
British tourists left furious after booking what they believed was peaceful nun-run accommodation, only to discover a stark, secular reality. Exclusive details on the misleading holiday let scandal.
Harvey Norman Hit With Major 'Interest-Free' Class Action
Hundreds of Australian consumers have launched a major class action against retail giant Harvey Norman, alleging they were misled by 'interest-free' payment plans that trapped them in costly debt cycles.
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
Women's groups: Ministers misled MPs on abortion protests
Exclusive: A coalition of women's rights organisations accuses the government of providing misleading information to Parliament regarding the inaction on buffer zones around abortion clinics, escalating the row over the harassment of women.
'Kindest Plumber' Exposed in Shocking Deception Scandal
An investigation uncovers that James Anderson, hailed as Britain's kindest plumber, misled the public using photos of vulnerable customers he claimed to help during the cost-of-living crisis.
Mirror Issues Formal Correction Over Marc Citron Headline
The Daily Mirror has published a prominent correction after a headline about financier Marc Citron was deemed 'significantly misleading' and in breach of press standards.
Martin Lewis Slams ITV Over 'Misleading' Advert
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis publicly criticises ITV for airing an advert he claims dangerously mimics his trusted style, potentially misleading vulnerable viewers.
Sydney Property Scandal: Agents Exposed in Underquoting Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals rampant underquoting by Sydney real estate agents, luring buyers with misleading price guides. A cautionary tale for the UK property market.
Zoe Ball Fumes Over 'Why I Quit' Headline in Telegraph
BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball has publicly condemned The Telegraph for a sensationalised headline about her 'quitting' the broadcaster, calling it irresponsible and misleading.
M&S 'Australia' Coconut Water Sourcing Scandal Exposed
Marks & Spencer is embroiled in a controversy after its 'Australia' branded coconut water was found to be sourced from Thailand and Sri Lanka, misleading consumers and sparking an ethical sourcing debate.
Poppi Faces £3.5M Lawsuit Over Gut Health Claims
Popular fizzy drink brand Poppi is embroiled in a major class action lawsuit, with a proposed $3.5 million settlement over allegations it misled consumers about its gut health benefits. Discover if you're eligible for a payout.
Neighbours fury over 'deceptive' house listing in Stoke
A seemingly ordinary house listing in Stoke-on-Trent has sparked a fierce backlash from neighbours who accuse the seller of 'cheating people'. The property's online advert hides a major issue that has locals up in arms.
UK crackdown on bogus milk teeth stem cell treatments
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a stark warning over unproven and potentially dangerous 'milk teeth' stem cell therapies being deceptively marketed to vulnerable families, prompting a major crackdown.
NHS backlog hits 7.37M amid transparency row
The NHS waiting list has surged to a staggering 7.37 million, with critics accusing the government of downplaying the crisis. Experts warn of worsening delays and strained resources.
Judge slams lawyers over AI-generated court docs
A Northern Territory judge has criticised legal representatives for a teenage boy after they filed AI-created documents containing false information in court proceedings.
TikTok shopper humiliated by viral shorts scam
A TikTok shopper shares her shocking experience after buying trendy shorts that turned out to be nothing like advertised, leaving her feeling scammed and embarrassed.
NAB fined £15m for customer misinformation
National Australia Bank (NAB) has been hit with a hefty £15 million penalty for providing false information to customers. Discover the details behind this financial scandal.
Baby formula price claims investigated as parents struggle
UK regulators investigate claims of misleading pricing tactics in the baby formula market, as parents face soaring costs.
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