Arsenal ends controversial Visit Rwanda sponsorship
Arsenal FC confirms its contentious £10m-a-year Visit Rwanda sponsorship will conclude in June 2025. The deal faced criticism over Rwanda's alleged support for M23 militia. Discover the full story.
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British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government pressure and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
Jeff Bezos Sponsors 2026 Met Gala
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are lead sponsors for the 2026 Met Gala. We explore what this power move means for fashion's biggest night and its cultural implications.
Arsenal end Visit Rwanda deal after fan protests
Arsenal and Visit Rwanda will mutually terminate their £10m-a-year sleeve sponsorship in 2026 following sustained criticism from supporters. Discover the full story behind this landmark decision.
Cummins Under Fire for Cricket Australia's Origin Sponsorship
Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins faces scrutiny over his climate activism stance following Cricket Australia's new multi-million dollar sponsorship with energy giant Origin Energy.
Ponga's bizarre mayo bow tie deal stuns teammates
Newcastle Knights star Kalyn Ponga sparks frenzy with bizarre Hellmann's sponsorship featuring a bow tie that dispenses mayonnaise. Read the full story of this unique sports marketing deal.
Seven English areas see smoking rates rise despite national fall
Official data reveals smoking has declined to just 9.1% of UK adults, but seven areas including East Staffordshire show worrying increases. Discover the regional disparities and new government regulations.
King of Mini Mart crime network unmasked in UK
Undercover investigation reveals shadowy Kurdish crime network operating mini-marts nationwide, exploiting asylum seekers and selling illegal tobacco. Home Office launches probe.
Global Summit May Ban Cigarette Filters Over Pollution
A major WHO conference will debate banning cigarette filters, the world's most littered item causing toxic plastic pollution. Experts call for urgent action to protect the environment and public health.
Man Utd seek new £20m sleeve sponsor as DXC deal ends
Manchester United are in fresh talks to secure a new sleeve sponsor, with the £20m per season DXC Technology deal set to expire in 2026. Discover the club's commercial strategy.
Celebrity Traitors poppy controversy engulfs BBC
The BBC finds itself embroiled in Remembrance Day controversy as Celebrity Traitors contestants Charlotte Church and Ruth Codd face criticism for their poppy stance, igniting debates about patriotism and personal choice.
Melbourne tobacco war: alleged kill squad leader in court
Exclusive: The shadowy underworld of Melbourne's tobacco wars explodes into public view as alleged hit squad commander Athan Boursinos faces justice over brutal execution-style murder.
Australia's smoking crackdown fuels smuggling epidemic
Australia's aggressive anti-smoking policies have triggered an unprecedented black market boom, with soaring cigarette prices fuelling a lucrative smuggling trade that's overwhelming border authorities.
UK smokers pay £9,000 annually in tobacco taxes
Exclusive analysis reveals the staggering amount British smokers contribute in tobacco taxes annually, with heavy users paying over £9,000 to the Treasury.
Australia's $33bn tobacco tax crisis hits budget
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
Maldives Smoking Ban: Tourist Warning Issued
The Maldives introduces revolutionary anti-smoking legislation, banning tobacco products across all 1,192 islands with severe penalties for violations. Essential reading for travellers planning paradise getaways.
Children secretly using nicotine pouches - health warning
Exclusive investigation uncovers how children are secretly using nicotine pouches, with experts warning of serious health risks and addiction concerns for young users across the UK.
SNP plans minimum pricing for tobacco in Scotland
The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.
Irish sporting legend's legacy shattered by betrayal
Exclusive investigation uncovers how a beloved Irish sports icon systematically manipulated their public image while engaging in questionable financial practices that betrayed fans and sponsors alike.
Sydney Tobacco Shops Close Under New Laws
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements radical new legislation targeting smoking rates and youth access.
Earps blasts Hampton over goalkeeper exclusion
England goalkeeper Mary Earps has criticised a controversial promotion by Hampton by Hilton that excluded goalkeepers, calling it 'hugely disappointing' and highlighting ongoing issues in women's football recognition.
Locals Fury Over £7.5m Grand Designs 'Nazi Fortress' Castle
Residents in a picturesque Warwickshire village deliver scathing verdict on controversial modern castle they've branded 'disgusting' and 'vainglorious' after Channel 4's Grand Designs transformation.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
Sydney's Corporate Halloween: Sponsored Trick-or-Treat Debate
A Sydney suburb's Halloween transformation into a major sponsored event raises questions about the commercialisation of community traditions as corporations move in on the trick-or-treat scene.
Muslim students suspended over controversial kidnapping skit
A group of Muslim students at a prestigious American performing arts school has been suspended following a controversial theatrical performance about kidnapping, igniting debates about artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity in education.
DeSantis blocks H-1B visa sponsorship at Florida universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mandates state universities to cease H-1B visa sponsorship for international students, sparking concerns about academic freedom and economic impact on Florida's tech sector.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
BA ends Louis Theroux podcast sponsorship after interview
British Airways has abruptly ended its sponsorship of Louis Theroux's podcast after an interview with punk duo Bob Vylan sparked controversy. The airline confirmed immediate withdrawal from the 'Louis Theroux Interviews' series.
Liverpool VAR controversy: Núñez goal disallowed vs Brentford
Liverpool's Premier League clash with Brentford ended in VAR controversy as Darwin Núñez's goal was disallowed for a contentious offside decision, leaving manager Jürgen Klopp furious and sparking fresh debate about video technology.
NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
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