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Ministers misled court over secret £7bn Afghan airlift
A Daily Mail investigation reveals the Ministry of Defence misled a High Court judge to extend a super-injunction that hid a £7bn Afghan airlift from Parliament and the public for two years. Read the full exposé.
McDonald's sued over McRib meat claims
McDonald's faces a federal class-action lawsuit alleging the McRib's name and shape mislead consumers about its pork content. Plaintiffs seek damages for those who purchased it since 2022.
Rail Firms' 'Cheapest Ticket' Adverts Banned as Misleading
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned adverts from ScotRail, Greater Anglia, and My Train Ticket for unsubstantiated 'lowest price' claims. Discover the details and the companies' responses.
Constance grilled by committee over inaccurate statement
Justice Secretary Angela Constance faced a tough Holyrood committee over misleading parliament and potential Ministerial Code breaches. Read the full details of the inquiry.
Black Friday 2025: Avoid Retailer Scams & Tricks
The ACCC is cracking down on misleading Black Friday sales tactics. Discover the five key things you need to know to spot fake discounts and protect your wallet.
Major Travel Brands' Ads Banned for Misleading Prices
The ASA has banned adverts from Booking.com, Hilton, Travelodge and Accor for misleading customers on room availability. Discover how this ruling impacts your travel bookings.
Healthy snack bars contain more sugar than doughnuts
A damning audit exposes 'healthy' snack bars with more sugar than a Krispy Kreme doughnut, misleading parents and fuelling a child health crisis. Urgent government action is needed.
Brian Walshe pleads guilty to lesser charges in wife's death
Brian Walshe pleads guilty to charges of disposing of his wife Ana's body and misleading police, but will still stand trial for her murder. Read the latest from the courtroom.
CMA launches pricing probe into 8 major UK companies
The UK's competition watchdog investigates eight major firms, including Gold's Gym and Wayfair, over online pricing and sales practices. Discover if your consumer rights are being protected.
Online Retailers Probed Over Misleading Pricing
UK competition watchdog investigates major online retailers for potentially misleading pricing practices. Are you paying more than you should? Find out here.
Met Police officers refuse ID in plain-clothes stop
A London man's viral video reveals Metropolitan Police officers refusing to identify themselves during a stop, raising serious questions about police accountability and public rights.
Travel websites' misleading airport lounge ads exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how major travel platforms are using deceptive advertising tactics to promote 'complimentary' airport lounge access that comes with significant hidden costs and conditions.
Crest sued over 'deceptive' kids' toothpaste packaging
Major lawsuit alleges Crest misled parents with packaging that appeared to contain significantly more toothpaste than actual contents, sparking consumer outrage across the UK.
Kristi Noem busted using misleading border footage
Republican governor Kristi Noem faces scrutiny after investigation reveals she used misleading Texas border footage to dramatise Washington DC immigration enforcement operations, raising questions about political authenticity.
Met Police scandal: Report reveals toxic culture at London station
Shocking independent review exposes systemic failures at Charing Cross police station, revealing discrimination, bullying and toxic behaviour within Metropolitan Police ranks.
Police officer suspended over disabled mocking TikTok video
A Merseyside Police officer faces suspension after filming and sharing a TikTok video that cruelly mocked a disabled man, prompting internal investigation and widespread condemnation.
Reform UK rebuked over misleading MP campaign ads
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled against Reform UK for deceptive political advertisements claiming Sarah Pochin as their 'new MP' before her election victory in Cheshire.
Met Police officers arrested in Essex-led operation
Two Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended and arrested following a coordinated operation by Essex Police in Dalston, uncovering a significant breach of professional standards.
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.
Met Police sack officers in Panorama scandal
Exclusive: Metropolitan Police dismisses multiple officers following damning BBC Panorama investigation into serious misconduct and corruption allegations within the force.
BBC exposé reveals toxic culture in Metropolitan Police
A devastating BBC investigation uncovers disturbing evidence of bullying, misogyny, racism and discrimination within London's Metropolitan Police, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability.
Met Police sacks officers after Panorama corruption probe
The Metropolitan Police has dismissed three officers today following a damning BBC Panorama investigation into corruption and misconduct within the force, marking the first disciplinary actions from the documentary's revelations.
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.
Over 100 police officers barred or sacked in misconduct crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals how police forces across England and Wales are removing officers involved in serious misconduct, with domestic abuse and sexual offences among top concerns.
Met Police officer investigated over protester kicking incident
The Metropolitan Police has launched a misconduct investigation after viral footage captured an officer kicking a climate activist during a London protest, sparking widespread condemnation.
Met Police: 1,000 officers accused of sexual offences
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 1,000 Metropolitan Police officers have faced sexual misconduct allegations while serving, exposing deep-rooted cultural problems within Britain's largest police force.
Met Police exposed for systemic misogyny in damning report
Shocking review exposes Metropolitan Police's institutional misogyny with officers getting away with sexual misconduct, racism, and homophobia while victims face disbelief and retaliation.
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