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Hairdresser, 22, has all limbs amputated after sepsis

A young Wooloowin hairdresser's routine sore throat escalated into a life-threatening medical nightmare, resulting in a coma and the amputation of all her limbs. Her courageous story is a stark warning about sepsis.

MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans

A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.

British Hairdresser Detained in US ICE Centre

A British hairdresser and father is being held in a US immigration detention centre despite living legally in America for over a decade. His family launches a desperate plea for his release.

Charlie Kirk: UK Students Could Be "Shot" for Debating Ideas

American commentator Charlie Kirk sparks fierce debate, claiming UK university culture is so hostile to free speech that students debating contentious topics could be 'shot and killed'. His warning ignites a discussion on censorship, safety, and intellect

Woolworths & Coles in A$1bn Wage Underpayment Scandal

Australia's retail titans, Woolworths and Coles, are embroiled in a massive wage underpayment scandal, with a combined bill of nearly A$1 billion owed to hundreds of thousands of past and present employees.

FA Mandates Minimum Wage for Women's Footballers

The Football Association has introduced a historic minimum wage for women's footballers in England's top two tiers, marking a pivotal moment for professionalism and player welfare in the game.

Jackie O's Awkward Hair Salon Blunder in Sydney

KIIS FM radio host Jackie 'O' Henderson endures a painfully awkward moment after a salon visit in Sydney, attempting a swift exit without paying in a cringe-inducing blunder.

Crane Operator Job Ad Offering £3,000/Week Goes Viral

A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.

Mexican Senate Debate Erupts Into Vicious Physical Brawl

Chaos erupted in Mexico's Senate as a heated debate on the country's violent drug cartels descended into a full-scale physical brawl, with politicians throwing punches and scrambling over furniture in a stunning display of political discord.

Australia's Wealth Gap Widens in New Damning Report

A damning new report reveals Australia's wealth gap is widening at an alarming rate, with executive pay soaring while worker wages stagnate. Discover the stark realities of the nation's cost-of-living crisis.

PLT's £6.25ph Burnley Job Ad Sparks Fury and Backlash

Fast-fashion giant PrettyLittle Thing faces a severe backlash and accusations of exploitation after advertising a warehouse job in Burnley for a shockingly low wage, reigniting the debate on workers' rights in the UK.

The shocking truth about becoming a UK millionaire

New research reveals the staggering number of years it would take the average British worker to earn £1 million. We break down the numbers and show why it's a near-impossible dream for most.

UK Barista Wages Surge Past White-Collar Jobs

A surprising economic shift is underway as UK service sector wages for baristas, bartenders, and hotel staff surge past traditional white-collar roles, driven by post-pandemic demand and a tight labour market.

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