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Optus Network Outage Sparks Chaos Across Adelaide

A catastrophic nationwide outage on the Optus network has plunged Adelaide into chaos, blocking emergency calls, crippling businesses, and disrupting transport services. The unprecedented telecoms failure raises serious questions about national infrastruc

Optus Faces Manslaughter Probe Over Deadly Triple Zero Outage

Australian telco giant Optus could face unprecedented corporate manslaughter charges as a national inquiry investigates a catastrophic 16-hour Triple Zero outage linked to multiple fatalities, prompting calls for massive fines and criminal liability.

Optus CEO Under Fire After Deadly Network Blackout

Optus CEO Stephen Rue is under immense pressure to resign following a catastrophic 14-hour nationwide network outage that left 10 million Australians stranded and has been connected to three tragic deaths after emergency calls failed.

UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed

Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.

Pensioner's 5G mast health nightmare in Shropshire

A 74-year-old grandmother from Shropshire claims a newly erected 15m telecoms mast near her home has triggered a devastating health crisis, leaving her with chronic pain, nausea, and an inability to sleep, in a case igniting the 5G safety debate.

US Exposes Huawei's Secret China-Funded Research Network

A major US investigation uncovers Huawei's covert network of research partnerships with Chinese universities, funded by Beijing to advance cutting-edge technology, raising serious security and espionage concerns.

Kmart's Global Takeover: The Aussie Retail Giant's Next Move

The humble Australian discount retailer Kmart is taking the world by storm. Discover how its unique 'hustle' strategy and new Asian mega-store are setting the stage for global retail supremacy, challenging giants like Target and Big W.

M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround

Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.

Vodafone Franchisees Launch High-Stakes Lawsuit

A coalition of Vodafone franchise owners has launched a groundbreaking lawsuit against the telecoms giant, alleging systemic failures in its franchising division that have pushed their businesses to the brink. The legal action, one of the largest of its k

UK Christmas Sales Threatened by Looming Tax Hike

New analysis reveals a 'perfect storm' for UK retailers this Christmas, with a potential sales tax hike threatening to dampen consumer spending during the crucial festive period. Shoppers could face higher prices as the Treasury reviews business rates.

Broadband Loyalty Penalty Costs UK Customers £1.6bn

New Ofcom data reveals a staggering £1.6 billion loyalty penalty hitting broadband customers who don't switch. Discover why out-of-contract users pay up to 25% more and how to slash your bill today.

Poundland's Transformation Will Leave You Gobsmacked

Discover how Poundland has radically evolved from a simple discount store into a retail powerhouse offering everything from groceries to fashion and homeware, defying inflation and changing the UK shopping landscape.

UK Phone Shops Lock Doors to Tackle Soaring Thefts

Faced with a dramatic surge in violent robberies, major UK mobile phone retailers are implementing a radical new security protocol: keeping their doors locked during business hours. This desperate measure highlights a growing crisis for high-street retail

UK Retail Sales Crash to Post-Pandemic Low

New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with supermarkets hit hardest as consumers grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and cut back on essential spending.

Claire's to close UK stores in restructuring move

Iconic accessories retailer Claire's is set to close several of its UK stores as part of a major Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) restructuring plan, impacting the British high street.

Sainsbury's Simple Strategy Slashes Shoplifting

Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts reveals a surprisingly straightforward and inexpensive method that is dramatically reducing theft and abuse towards staff in its supermarkets, proving effective where high-tech solutions often fail.

CEX staff slammed for 'offensive' retail worker display

Electronics retailer CEX has sparked fury after employees created a controversial window display featuring a mannequin slumped over a till, labelled 'Average Retail Worker'. The stunt has been branded 'disgusting' and 'tone-deaf' by furious customers.

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