Doorbell Cameras Spark Surge in Neighbour Rows
Police Scotland reports a significant rise in neighbour disputes, with smart doorbells often at the centre of conflicts over privacy and noise. Discover the data and community impact.
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Ofcom: Love Island Most Complained-About TV of 2025
Ofcom reveals Love Island generated 30% of all complaints in 2025, with bullying allegations dominating. See the full list of most controversial shows.
India Mandates Government App on All New Smartphones
India's telecom ministry mandates pre-installation of the 'Sanchar Saathi' cybersecurity app on all new smartphones, raising significant privacy concerns. Read more about the implications for users and manufacturers.
Commonwealth Bank, Temu, HCF Win Shameful Shonky Awards
Australia's most notorious consumer awards expose major failures at Commonwealth Bank, controversial practices at Temu, and insurance letdowns at HCF in this year's damning Shonky Awards.
BBC One Show Cancelled Without Warning - Viewers Outraged
Furious BBC One Show fans demand answers as Friday night episode disappears without warning, replaced by Sports Personality of the Year rerun in scheduling shake-up.
HMRC child benefit privacy breach scandal exposed
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
Landlord caught snooping in tenant's wardrobe and drawers
A UK landlord faces severe backlash after being discovered rifling through a tenant's personal belongings, including underwear drawers, raising serious concerns about tenant rights and privacy violations in rental properties.
Ofcom inundated after mobile network nightmare report
Broadcast regulator Ofcom received thousands of complaints following a Channel 4 News report detailing journalist Holly Williams' mobile service ordeal with Vodafone and Tesco Mobile, highlighting widespread consumer frustration with telecom providers.
Facebook private messages subpoenaed in NC murder case
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
Inside The Independent's VPN Testing Methodology
Discover the meticulous methodology behind The Independent's VPN testing process - from speed analysis to security protocols and real-world performance assessments.
Reality TV show faces record 91,890 Ofcom complaints
A single reality television episode has sparked unprecedented viewer outrage, generating nearly half of all complaints about the most controversial TV programme in half a decade according to broadcasting watchdog Ofcom.
Instagram's Secret Tracking: How App Monitors You When Closed
Shocking new research reveals Instagram's covert data collection practices, tracking user activity even when the app is closed. Discover the privacy implications for millions of UK users.
Hospital Boss Arrested in Hidden Camera Scandal
A Texas hospital director faces serious legal action after covert cameras were discovered in patient and staff bathrooms, sparking a major privacy scandal and lawsuits.
The One Privacy Mistake 99% of People Make
A leading cybersecurity expert reveals the most common and dangerous privacy mistake people make online, exposing them to fraud and identity theft. Discover the simple steps you can take to protect yourself today.
BBC's 'King and Conqueror' Hit With Ofcom Probe Over Accuracy
The BBC's new big-budget historical series 'King and Conqueror' faces a storm of viewer complaints and official Ofcom investigations for its controversial and allegedly inaccurate depiction of the Norman Conquest and key figures like Harold Godwinson.
Coronation Street Backlash Over Violent Actor Attack Plot
ITV's Coronation Street ignites viewer fury with controversial new storyline involving a violent attack on actor Daniel Brocklebank. Fans threaten boycott over 'distasteful' plot.
TUI Holidaymakers Abandoned at Palma Airport Overnight
Furious British tourists reveal their holiday nightmare as a TUI flight cancellation leaves them stranded at Palma de Mallorca Airport overnight without accommodation or support.
Celebs Go Dating In Ofcom Storm Over 'Vile' Contestant
E4's Celebs Go Dating faces a viewer backlash as contestant Dustin Green's controversial antics, including a cringe-worthy 'magic trick' and explicit remarks, prompt a flood of Ofcom complaints and outrage on social media.
London Hotel Horror: Blood-Stained Sheets Shock Tourist
A tourist's London dream trip turns into a nightmare after discovering blood-stained sheets at a central hotel. The management's appalling response sparks outrage and raises serious questions about hygiene standards in the UK tourism industry.
Neighbour Nightmare: All-Night Parties Making Life Hell
A UK resident reveals the shocking toll of enduring constant noise and anti-social behaviour from neighbours, leading to severe sleep deprivation and mental health crisis. Exclusive interview.
McDonald's Employs STEM to Tackle Big Mac Meal Complaints
McDonald's UK launches a groundbreaking STEM-based strategy to revamp its iconic Big Mac meal, addressing long-standing customer feedback on value and experience.
Australian Doctors Targeted Over Gaza Social Media Posts
The Australian Medical Association reveals a surge in malicious complaints targeting doctors for expressing pro-Palestinian views on social media, raising concerns about free speech and professional intimidation.
Trump's Secret Surveillance Operation Exposed in Report
A shocking exposé from the University of Michigan reveals how private investigators, hired by Donald Trump's company, engaged in extensive surveillance of his own employees, allies, and journalists, raising grave concerns over privacy and power.
Lorraine Viewers Slam Ranvir Singh's 'Unbearable' On-Air Habit
ITV's Lorraine faces a viewer revolt as stand-in host Ranvir Singh is slammed for an 'irritating' and 'unprofessional' broadcasting tic, sparking calls for a permanent replacement.
BBC Anti-Semitism Row Over Glastonbury Broadcast
The BBC confronts major controversy as its Glastonbury coverage draws accusations of anti-Semitism following inflammatory remarks about Israel from punk duo Bob Vylan during their live set.
Emmerdale Faces Ofcom Probe Over Homophobic Abuse Storyline
ITV's Emmerdale is under intense scrutiny after a hard-hitting homophobic abuse storyline involving character Nicky Milligan has triggered a deluge of official complaints to media watchdog Ofcom, sparking a debate on responsible broadcasting.
BBC Breakfast viewers revolt over 'unbearable' hosts
BBC Breakfast faces a viewer backlash as fans threaten to switch off over 'unbearable' presenting style, criticising the show's overly cheerful and scripted banter.
Love Island Hit By Wave Of Ofcom Complaints
ITV2's Love Island is hit by a tidal wave of Ofcom complaints as furious viewers condemn the explosive Casa Amor behaviour and alleged 'emotional manipulation' that dominated the latest series.
Coronation Street's 'Gross' Sex Scene Sparks Viewer Fury
ITV's Coronation Street faces a storm of complaints after a raunchy, semi-naked sex scene between characters Sean Tully and his new boss, Laurence, on a kitchen table leaves viewers branding it 'gross' and entirely unnecessary for the iconic soap.
Brits Complain About Weather for 10 Hours a Year
A landmark UK study uncovers the truth behind our national obsession with weather talk, calculating exactly how much time we dedicate to moaning about forecasts, heatwaves, and cold snaps.
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