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Katie Price faces a trading standards investigation after promoting CBD oil as a treatment that allegedly shrunk a two-year-old's tumor, with authorities warning against dangerous medical misinformation.
A simple £5 Faraday pouch can block RFID signals from car keys, preventing relay attacks that account for 58% of UK car thefts. This affordable security gadget is gaining popularity as drivers seek protection against modern vehicle vulnerabilities.
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are embroiled in federal lawsuits as state regulators argue they are unlicensed gambling operations, with over $1 billion traded on Super Bowl Sunday alone.
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Receiving unsolicited packages could indicate your personal data has been hacked in a 'brushing' fraud, where scammers use stolen details to post fake reviews.
Three men have been charged with burglary and possessing criminal property after a £1 million weight loss drug theft at a Hertfordshire distribution centre. Police raided homes and issued warnings about the dangers of unregulated pharmaceuticals.
A mother faced losing her land after her abusive husband set their home on fire, emptied accounts, and left mortgage arrears, with Halifax halting repossession only after media intervention.
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The Financial Conduct Authority has made only two staff members redundant after scrapping the Payments Systems Regulator, with most employees redeployed internally to other roles within the organization.
Polymarket and Kalshi saw $1.2bn in trading on Super Bowl Sunday, fueling confusion over whether these platforms are gambling or investment tools, with regulatory scrutiny and political ties intensifying.
The Washington Post has lost $100 million annually while the New York Times thrives with $200 million profit. Leadership decisions under Jeff Bezos and editorial missteps have caused subscription cancellations and staff reductions.
A reader faced a £270 charge from Emergency Hero after cancelling an emergency plumber booking minutes later. Consumer rights experts argue this may be a 'distressed purchase' with unclear terms.
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The Financial Conduct Authority is considering a £2 million annual charge for firms using AI chatbots, aiming to enhance oversight and ensure compliance in financial services.
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to close 95 branches of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland from May 2026 to March 2027, following previous shutdowns as digital banking surges.
The CIO of the UK's Pension Protection Fund highlights private credit as a reliable, tested investment approach, emphasizing its role in stabilizing pension schemes amid market volatility.
New Financial Conduct Authority rules for Buy Now Pay Later services will enforce affordability checks and transparent information from July 2026.
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The UK's buy now, pay later industry braces for a £3bn financial impact as the Financial Conduct Authority introduces stricter regulations from July 15, 2026.
Aviva Investors has partnered with Ripple to explore tokenisation of investment funds, aiming to enhance efficiency and accessibility in asset management.
FCA CEO Nikhil Rathi suggests allowing pension savings for housing deposits and emergency funds, sparking debate on UK pension flexibility.
A Hampstead woman is devastated after Royal Mail lost two sentimental diamond bracelets worth £15,000, with the case now under police investigation.
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The sale of Amber River faces renewed uncertainty as a private equity firm re-enters negotiations, casting doubt on the deal's timeline and outcome in London's financial sector.
London-based insurance technology company ManageMy announces $45 million funding round led by Ventura Capital and Zilch co-founder Sean O'Connor's OCVC to accelerate expansion and AI development.
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