F1 teams reject Hamilton's fix after Baku reprimand
Lewis Hamilton was reprimanded for impeding Liam Lawson in Baku practice, but his proposal to give drivers more battery power to avoid such clashes was rejected by rival teams.
Category : Regulation
Lidl Banned From Selling Birkenstock Dupes in Netherlands
Lidl has been banned from selling Birkenstock-style sandals in the Netherlands after a Dutch court ruled they infringed the brand's copyright, with daily fines for non-compliance.
Premier League and European Leagues Demand FIFA Reform
The Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and Bundesliga have jointly called on FIFA to implement four key governance reforms, demanding change 'now for the sake of football'.
Burnham's alcohol ban lift could save lower league clubs
Andy Burnham's proposal to allow drinking in football stands could ease financial pressure on lower league clubs, says Sutton United chairman Bruce Elliott.
UK landline switch-off: Worst areas for homes still on copper revealed
More than 637,000 phone lines across ten major UK cities still need converting before the January 2027 Digital Voice switch-off, with London the worst affected.
Social media critics of Prevent logged by UK unit
Nearly 80 critical social media posts about the UK's Prevent programme were logged by the Standards and Compliance Unit (StaCU) between March 2024 and February 2025, according to documents obtained by Metro.
Gambling site defends $1.2m bid to name Bonnie Blue's baby
BetBolt, an offshore crypto gambling site, paid $1.2m to name Bonnie Blue's baby. Its spokesperson said the brand and Bonnie 'f**k' men in different ways, sparking concern.
Kitchen staple stops window condensation, says cleaning expert
Washing-up liquid can stop window condensation returning by creating a protective barrier on glass, says cleaning expert Lynsey Crombie, the 'Queen of Clean'.
Estate agents warned over AI images and smart glasses
Estate agents are urged to review AI-generated property images and smart glasses at viewings, as The Guild of Property Professionals warns of compliance challenges around privacy and marketing accuracy.
Wirtz 'not fit for purpose' as Liverpool urged to cash in
Simon Jordan has branded Florian Wirtz 'not fit for purpose' amid his difficult first 14 months at Liverpool following his £116m move from Bayer Leverkusen.
Mould never in washing machine if you do 1 simple task after use
Leaving the washing machine door ajar after every cycle is the most effective way to prevent mould, according to appliance experts at Beko.
Booking.com under fire after tourists sent to Wetherspoons pub
Booking.com is accused of failing to tackle fake listings after customers were sent to a Wetherspoons pub instead of 'luxury apartments' in London.
Hamilton Blames F1 Rules for Baku Impeding Incident
Lewis Hamilton said F1 rules caused his 'dangerous' impeding of Liam Lawson in Baku, after stewards issued only a reprimand, avoiding a grid penalty.
TikTok drops appeal over £12.7m fine for under-13s
TikTok will pay a £12.7m fine to the UK data watchdog after dropping its appeal over failing to keep under-13s off the platform.
Power banks banned for use on flights under new rules
New regulations prohibit using power banks on European aircraft. Passengers must keep them switched off and in hand luggage only.
Streamflation: US consumers cancel as streaming prices rise
US consumers are cancelling streaming services as Disney, Apple, Peacock and others raise prices, with 39% of Americans cutting a service in six months.
Ryanair Warns 2027 Holiday Prices to Rise on Oil Costs
Ryanair has warned passengers booking 2027 holidays to book early to avoid price hikes, as CEO Michael O'Leary predicts fares will rise materially next year due to higher oil prices.
Brits urged to check luggage for banned power bank rule
A new aviation rule bans using power banks on European flights from 1 August. Travellers must carry them in hand luggage only, with limits on number and capacity.
Football alcohol ban may be reviewed
Andy Burnham signals possible law change, saying fans face discrimination because they cannot drink in the stands. The ban dates from 1985.
Ofcom probes Vonage and Voxbone over scam phone number concerns
Ofcom has launched two investigations into telecoms providers Vonage Business Limited and Voxbone SA over concerns their phone numbers are being used for scams.
Judge: Trump's ban on CNN, Politico, MS Now likely unconstitutional
A federal judge has temporarily restored White House access for CNN, Politico and MS Now, ruling the ban by President Trump is likely unconstitutional.
Should football booze ban be scrapped? Have your say on Burnham idea
Prime Minister Andy Burnham wants to scrap the 1985 ban on drinking alcohol in view of football pitches, calling it “discrimination” towards fans. The proposal has sparked debate, with policing officials warning it could fuel violence.
Oasis warn fans to stay vigilant over Oasis Live '27 ticket scams
Oasis has warned fans to remain vigilant against scammers issuing fake access codes for the Oasis Live '27 sale, which begins today. Genuine codes come only from oasis@openstageit.com and direct fans to Ticketmaster.
Public inquiry into Whistl's Astley HGV operations in November
A public inquiry will be held on November 10-11 into Whistl's application to operate 60 HGVs and 95 trailers at Astley Business Park, following objections from 131 residents.
Alcaraz urges tennis chiefs to act on late-night finishes
Carlos Alcaraz calls for action on late-night matches after his US Open exit ended at 3.33am, saying finishes at midnight are already too late for players and fans.
Retailers urged to respond to tobacco and vape consultation
The UK government's tobacco and vapes consultation closes 2 October. BAT's Tolga Kilic urges retailers to respond, citing potential £420m profit losses for vape retailers by 2036.
Unitas launches DRS calculator and urges retailers to act now
Unitas Wholesale has launched a DRS Calculator to help independent retailers prepare for the Deposit Return Scheme launching on 1 October 2027, as research shows 48% of convenience retailers have no awareness of the scheme.
Newcastle United Secure Multi-Million Coca-Cola Partnership
Newcastle United announces a multi-million sponsorship with Coca-Cola, making the brand the presenting partner of the St. James' STACK fanzone as part of PIF's 2030 ambition.
Fourfold bet explained: meaning, payouts and risks
A fourfold combines four selections into one wager; all four must win for a payout. See a worked £10 example at 1/1 and how it compares with other accumulators.
BTTS betting explained: what both teams to score means
Both teams to score (BTTS) is a football betting market with a yes-or-no choice on whether both teams score. It is settled independently of the match result.
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