Dudley's most popular 2025 petition debated by council
A petition on housing asylum seekers in Dudley, gaining over 3,000 signatures, triggered a full council debate. Discover the other local issues that mobilised residents in 2025.
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Anti-disinformation campaigner sanctioned by US, hits out at X
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, faces US deportation. He accuses big tech of a 'corrupting influence' and urges UK politicians to question using X. Read the full story.
Halifax Closing 14 Branches Including Birmingham Site
Halifax announces 14 further branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham Bearwood. Over 100 Lloyds Banking Group sites will have shut by end of 2025 as customers move online.
Lloyds Group to Close 71 Bank Branches Across UK
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
Lloyds Bank Warns of £1,700 Social Media Ticket Scams
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Lush website crashes during Boxing Day sale, shoppers rage
Lush customers across the UK are furious after the retailer's website and app crashed repeatedly during its popular 50% off Boxing Day sale. Read the full story of the online shopping nightmare.
Police warn of Boxing Day online shopping scams
West Midlands Police urge vigilance against fake websites and phishing emails targeting Boxing Day bargain hunters. Follow their 10 essential tips to stay safe online.
Earn £125 recycling beauty products at Boots
A savvy mum reveals how she saved £125 in five months using the Boots recycling scheme. Learn how to turn empty baby and beauty products into Advantage Card points.
Police Warning Over Explicit WhatsApp Group for Children
Derbyshire Police issue urgent safety warning after children are invited to join a WhatsApp and Snapchat group with over 500 members. Parents urged to check app settings and monitor online activity.
Tesco shoppers slam early Easter yoghurt launch before Christmas
Tesco faces shopper fury for selling Cadbury Mini Egg yoghurts before Christmas. Discover the £3 deal causing outrage and Iceland's last-minute chocolate price war.
Easter Eggs on Sale Before Christmas at Tesco and Poundland
Shoppers are stunned as Tesco and Poundland stock Easter products just days before Christmas Day 2025. Discover the public reaction and why supermarkets are selling festive goods four months early.
Why everyone is suddenly buying VPNs this Christmas
Explore the festive surge in VPN purchases, understand if you need one for online safety, and compare top providers and their New Year deals for UK users.
UK PM Starmer Eyes Under-16 Social Media Ban
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.
Lloyds warns of £436 loss in top purchase scams
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
22 Fish Products Recalled from UK Supermarkets
Keenan Seafood urgently recalls 22 products due to undeclared allergens. Full list of affected fish pies, fillets, and prawns. Do not eat if purchased.
Amber Davies speaks out after Strictly Come Dancing final loss
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Amber Davies shares an emotional Instagram post after missing out on the glitterball trophy and addresses the online abuse she faced throughout the 2025 series. Read her full statement.
Amazon Christmas Scam Warning Issued by Which?
Shoppers are warned of a fake Amazon 'free product' scam using QR codes. Learn how to spot the fraud, protect your details, and where to report it.
Citizen Launches Virtual Reality Watch Try-On Tool
Citizen's new virtual try-on tool lets you see any watch on your wrist via your smartphone. We tested it with the £400 Red Arrows Promaster Air Navihawk.
OVO Energy's £360 boost for UK households
OVO Energy is helping families save up to £360 a year by giving away free energy-saving products at community events across the UK. Learn how to access support.
Premier Forest Products Buys Arnold Laver Sites from Administration
Premier Forest Products rescues two Arnold Laver sites in Reading and Manchester, securing 36 jobs with plans to create over 100. Read about the deal and its impact on the UK timber industry.
Santander's £2,325 Warning Over Christmas Shopping Scams
Santander UK warns of a sharp rise in sophisticated online purchase scams ahead of Christmas, with average losses per case reaching £2,325. Experts reveal how AI is fuelling the fraud wave.
Pornhub traffic drops 77% after UK age checks
Minister Jess Phillips gives a sarcastic response as Pornhub sees a huge drop in UK visitors following the Online Safety Act's age verification rules. Read the latest.
Coldplay kiss cam woman speaks out on scandal
Kristin Cabot reveals the devastating personal fallout after a viral Coldplay concert moment. Read her powerful plea for kindness in the digital age.
Romance fraudster jailed for 17 years as scams surge
A con artist who stole £900k from women via dating apps is jailed for 17 years. Experts warn romance scams targeting over-55s rose by 52% last year. Learn how to protect yourself.
Police Cyber Officer's Vital Talk to Lea Valley U3A
Hertfordshire Police cyber officer Chen Tsui gave essential advice on preventing online fraud at a Lea Valley U3A event. Learn the key tips for staying safe.
Strictly fans blame online voting for shocking dance-off
Furious Strictly Come Dancing viewers point to new online-only voting after two top-scoring couples landed in a shocking bottom two. Discover the fan backlash and judge reactions.
Amber Davies Addresses Strictly Trolls: 'Be Kind'
Strictly's Amber Davies urges online trolls to 'be kind' after facing abuse over her dance experience. The West End star stepped in with just a day's notice.
Boots cuts price of popular John Frieda thickening hair spray
Beauty fans hail John Frieda PROfiller+ Thickening Spray for 'results after one use'. Now on offer at Boots, reduced from £9.25 to £6.17. Discover the product said to thicken hair by 200%.
Safer first phones for kids as pressure grows in Year Five
UK parents are turning to controlled SIMs like ParentShield for children's first phones, balancing independence with safety amid new online laws and peer pressure. Discover the smart alternative.
Georgia Harrison's 'wrong' curtsy made Prince William laugh
Love Island's Georgia Harrison reveals her 'surreal' MBE ceremony at Windsor Castle, where a curtsy gone wrong made Prince William laugh. Discover her advocacy work.
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