Penalty points rule: drivers may have to retake test
Drivers with 6 or more penalty points within 2 years of passing their test face licence revocation and must retake both theory and practical tests, costing hundreds.
Category : Regulation
Meta faces $200bn lawsuit as 29 US states go to trial
A major trial against Meta begins in Oakland, with 29 US states seeking $200bn in damages, claiming Facebook and Instagram were designed to be addictive and targeted at children.
US sanctions ICC officials over Israel warrants
The US has imposed sanctions on ICC officials after the court issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, raising tensions between Washington and The Hague.
Premier League CEO admits uncertainty over Man City verdict
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says he cannot provide a timeline for a final verdict on Manchester City's 115 alleged financial rule breaches, admitting the wait is taking longer than expected.
Premier League chief unsure on Man City verdict timing
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says he cannot provide a timeline for the final verdict on Manchester City's 115 alleged charges, admitting the process is taking longer than expected.
Media Groups Back Disney's FCC Lawsuit
Media advocacy organizations support Disney and ABC's lawsuit against the FCC, alleging political retaliation and First Amendment violations over license renewal demands.
Supermarket Tequila for Margaritas, Says Drinks Expert
Drinks expert Becky Paskin recommends Olmeca Altos Plata as the best budget tequila for margaritas, praising its bright, fresh, and zesty character.
3-Ingredient Soak Revives Dull White Clothes, Says Guru
A cleaning guru shares a 3-ingredient soak using baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and washing-up liquid to whiten and brighten dull or stained white clothes, linen, and socks.
Jack Moylan Impresses Early for Cardiff City
Jack Moylan has impressed in his first two Cardiff City appearances, scoring on debut and starring against Wrexham, showing the value of the club's recruitment strategy.
Fuel price falls not passed on fast enough, CMA warns
The UK competition watchdog warns some petrol stations are slow to pass on wholesale price falls to drivers, with over 1,000 letters sent to retailers.
Royal Mail Apologises for Delays in Gosforth and 175 Other UK Postcodes
Royal Mail has apologised for delivery delays affecting 176 UK postcodes, including two in Gosforth, North East, on August 18, 2026.
Meta faces 'astronomical' consequences in landmark child safety trial
Meta faces a major lawsuit from 29 US states over child safety and privacy, with potential 'astronomical' consequences if it loses, including major changes to its platforms and significant financial penalties.
PIP backlog hits 300,000 as DWP tests major change
The DWP reports 300,000 PIP reassessment cases outstanding as of May 2026, while a trial of Transformed Decision Making expands to 4% of assessments.
Rugby League World Cup Set to Move Off Free-to-Air TV
The Rugby League World Cup is set to move off free-to-air TV, with the BBC reportedly giving up rights and Premier Sports the favourite to secure UK broadcast rights.
BT Tips: Disconnect Devices to Boost Slow Broadband
BT advises households to disconnect unused devices and run simple checks to boost slow broadband speeds, which can be affected by usage, router placement, and peak times.
Liverpool accused of lying about £34m star pushing for exit
Reports from Italy claim Liverpool are telling a 'white lie' about Curtis Jones' hip injury as he pushes for a move to Inter Milan, with a deal edging closer.
EU postpones ETIAS launch indefinitely, no new date set
The EU has indefinitely postponed the ETIAS travel permit launch, removing the late-2026 target date. British passport holders won't need it for now, but the fee has risen to €20.
Rooney: Rashford must change; United need four signings
Wayne Rooney says Marcus Rashford must improve his body language and work rate, and urges Manchester United to sign four players, including Myles Lewis-Skelly.
Rank warns bingo halls at risk if machine taxes rise
Rank Group warns that higher Machine Games Duty could force closures of Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casinos, threatening venues and tax receipts.
Wetherspoons bans speaker calls and music in all UK pubs
JD Wetherspoon has banned customers from playing music or taking calls on speaker across all 792 UK pubs after noise complaints, asking phone users to 'pipe down'.
Wetherspoons bans speakerphone calls and music in all 792 pubs
JD Wetherspoon bans customers from playing music or taking calls on speaker in all 792 UK pubs after complaints, asking them to use earphones instead.
Windows 11 users urged to check settings after critical alert
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday fixes over 420 vulnerabilities, including 62 critical and one zero-day. Users are urged to update Windows 11 immediately.
Parking 'wholly in a bay' rules explained as motorist counts £100 cost
A motorist received a £100 fine for parking on a bay line, not wholly within it. Car park rules require vehicles to be completely inside markings, and even touching a line can incur penalties.
Wetherspoons introduces two new pub rules after complaints
Wetherspoons becomes the first pub chain to ban loudspeakers, including phone calls and music, after customer complaints about noise. Signs installed in all 792 venues.
Newcastle bus depot car park plan submitted to council
Plans have been submitted to keep the former Arriva bus depot in Jesmond as a 68-space public car park until June 2027, with the operator arguing it eases congestion.
Wetherspoons bans loud music and speaker calls in all pubs
JD Wetherspoon has banned customers from playing music or taking calls on speaker across all 792 pubs after complaints that the noise was driving people 'nuts'.
Cardiff Bay restaurant's hygiene rating jumps from 1 to 5
The Sultan in Cardiff Bay has seen its food hygiene rating rise from one to five after appealing an 'unfair' inspection, with the new score reflecting its standards.
Sainsbury's pauses AI face scanning after false claim
Sainsbury's has paused AI face scanning in one store after a customer was wrongly identified as a shoplifter and ejected. The chain says human error, not technology, caused the incident.
Reform UK unveils £50bn benefits cut plan with work scheme
Reform UK announced a welfare-to-work scheme requiring long-term claimants to work 20 hours weekly, part of a £50bn benefits cut plan that also restricts foreign nationals' and disability benefits.
Clean Microwave Stains with Vinegar and Lemon, No Chemicals
Stop using chemicals to banish hard microwave stains. Vinegar and lemon juice work better, melting stains in minutes without scrubbing, according to a TikTok hack.
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