Sky crackdown blocks more UK homes from free streaming TV
Another illegal streaming platform used by UK homes has been shut down, with its operator jailed for 6.5 years and over 80 servers seized.
Category : Regulation
Cleaner warns against using bleach for stains and marks
Professional cleaner Krasi Delcheva advises homeowners to stop using bleach for stain removal, warning it can damage surfaces and worsen sweat stains.
Motability Scheme to launch quarterly customer town halls from 2027
Motability Scheme customers will get quarterly town halls from 2027, letting disabled people, families and carers raise issues directly with those running the programme.
65p Bicarbonate Soda Hack Removes Tupperware Stains
Plastic containers stained by tomato sauces can be cleaned with a 65p bicarbonate of soda paste, according to eco-cleaning firm Bio-D.
City Drivers Fail Country Road Rules, Survey Finds
A Nextbase survey finds widespread confusion among city drivers over country road rules, from speed limits to passing horses, as bank holiday travel looms.
Argos £18 edging shears praised as 'very sharp' for awkward spots
Argos shoppers praise Spear & Jackson Razorsharp Edging Shears, now £18, for their sharpness and 36-inch handles that prevent back strain when trimming garden borders.
FCA warns younger investors over AI financial information
The FCA found almost half of younger investors wrongly believe AI-generated financial information is regulated. Four in five less experienced investors have used AI for investing help.
FIFA approve Argentina request to reduce World Cup final bans
FIFA have approved Argentina's request to allow World Cup final bans to be served in Class A friendlies, reducing the impact of suspensions.
Meta child safety settlement could spark global reform
Meta's child safety settlement could set a precedent for global regulation, forcing platforms to prioritise child protection or face similar legal action.
Liverpool agree £120m Barcola deal as Iraola reveals transfer plan
Liverpool have agreed a £120m deal for Bradley Barcola as Andoni Iraola confirms plans to strengthen attacking options before the transfer deadline.
Sydney library returns genocide book after state library intervenes
A Sydney library has returned a controversial book to its shelves after the State Library of New South Wales intervened in the removal decision.
Meta settles US lawsuit over Facebook data privacy violations
Meta has agreed to pay $1.2 billion to settle a US class-action lawsuit alleging Facebook shared user data without consent, affecting millions worldwide.
Liverpool fans' jury: Iraola needs transfer help after Newcastle draw
Liverpool drew 2-2 at Newcastle in their Premier League opener, with fans' jury members urging Andoni Iraola to secure more signings beyond Bradley Barcola before the window closes.
Pentagon's blacklisting of Anthropic was unlawful, US judge rules
A US federal judge ruled Thursday that sanctions imposed in February by the Trump administration against AI giant Anthropic were illegal, finding that the government had punished the company for publicly criticising the Pentagon.
Judge blocks Trump mail-in voting order for midterms
A federal judge has halted President Trump's executive order on mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections, citing constitutional concerns.
BBC chief proposes public service algorithm for online content
BBC Director-General Tim Davie has proposed a public service algorithm to counter the polarising effects of social media, suggesting YouTube-style user-generated content could be curated for public benefit.
Harry and Meghan issue Meta settlement statement after UK arrival
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle issued a joint statement on Meta's $18 billion child-safety settlement hours after landing in Birmingham to start their new life in Britain.
UEFA to bring criminal proceedings against FIFA chief Infantino
UEFA is preparing criminal proceedings against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his attempt to sell World Cup shares without consulting football chiefs.
Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers Tested in the UK
We tested top mattresses for side sleepers in the UK. Find the best for pressure relief, support, and comfort, with expert picks and buying advice.
Meta's $18bn Settlement: A Turning Point for Child Safety Online
Meta agrees to pay $18bn to settle US child safety lawsuits, marking the largest social media payout and prompting new safety measures across platforms.
Meta tightens under-18 safety after $13.3bn settlement
Meta will strengthen under-18 safety on Facebook and Instagram after a $13.3bn US settlement. UK minister expects rollout, as government plans its own social media ban.
Jet2 tells passengers to make three key checks before flying
Jet2 has reminded passengers that power banks and e-cigarettes must be carried in hand luggage only due to lithium battery fire risks, and should be kept under the seat in front.
LIV Golf lays off majority of staff as Hatton speaks out
LIV Golf has announced major redundancies, reportedly affecting the majority of staff, after Saudi Arabia's PIF withdrew funding. Tyrrell Hatton has responded to exit rumours.
Banned chemical in UK shampoo triggers bathroom check alert
UK safety officials flagged Onesto Labs Bare Anatomy Anti-Dandruff Shampoo after tests found banned lilial and undeclared allergens. A doctor advises checking bottles against the official notice before use.
Firm fined £190k for nuisance calls to elderly
Elderly Aids Limited has been fined £190,000 for making nearly 760,000 nuisance calls to elderly people registered with the Telephone Preference Service.
Man Utd: Balde stays, Zirkzee expects exit
Alejandro Balde has told Barcelona he wants to stay, ending Man Utd's left-back hopes, while Joshua Zirkzee expects to leave Old Trafford before the September 1 deadline.
DVLA expands online medical reporting for drivers
Drivers with certain medical conditions can now notify the DVLA online, cutting decision waits by up to 10 days. More than 60,000 motorists have used the expanded service.
Liverpool eye Sarr as Barcola backed by Saha
Liverpool continue their summer transfer business, with interest in Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr emerging while Bradley Barcola receives backing from Louis Saha.
Meta to pay up to $17bn in teen safety settlement
Meta agreed to pay up to $17bn and introduce teen protections in a US settlement over claims its platforms harmed children. A grieving mother said 'justice is possible'.
Meta to enforce teen safety defaults in $17bn settlement
Meta will make safety features default for teen accounts in a $17bn settlement, marking a major shift in US social media regulation.
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