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.
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.
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 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 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 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 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.
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.
Millions of UK drivers face reduced compensation in the car finance mis-selling scandal, as legal experts criticise the FCA's proposed payout scheme. Discover your rights.
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.
Business owners are urged to start preparing now for a sale to beat a Capital Gains Tax increase in April 2026. Delays could cost tens of thousands. Expert advice inside.
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.
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 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.
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.
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'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.
Amazon has cut the price of the popular Sanctuary Spa Day Discovery Gift Set from £40 to just £22.99. Shoppers call it 'absolutely gorgeous' and a perfect Christmas present. Grab the deal now!
Shoppers hail Amazon's best-selling memory foam slippers as a cosy UGG alternative. Get the thick, warm slip-ons for just £12.99 in the limited-time sale.
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.
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.
Kristin Cabot reveals the devastating personal fallout after a viral Coldplay concert moment. Read her powerful plea for kindness in the digital age.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
UK used car market hits record Q3 high with electric vehicle sales soaring 44.4%. See the top 10 most sought-after secondhand models and why experts warn of a supply risk.
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.
Discover Bunches' festive bouquets and plants, praised for longevity. Perfect for home decor or gifts, with prices starting at just £27. Shop the Christmas collection now.
A London construction worker was left speechless after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition he'd played for two years. Discover his incredible story.