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Neighbours fury over 'deceptive' house listing in Stoke

A seemingly ordinary house listing in Stoke-on-Trent has sparked a fierce backlash from neighbours who accuse the seller of 'cheating people'. The property's online advert hides a major issue that has locals up in arms.

UK crackdown on bogus milk teeth stem cell treatments

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a stark warning over unproven and potentially dangerous 'milk teeth' stem cell therapies being deceptively marketed to vulnerable families, prompting a major crackdown.

NHS backlog hits 7.37M amid transparency row

The NHS waiting list has surged to a staggering 7.37 million, with critics accusing the government of downplaying the crisis. Experts warn of worsening delays and strained resources.

NAB fined £15m for customer misinformation

National Australia Bank (NAB) has been hit with a hefty £15 million penalty for providing false information to customers. Discover the details behind this financial scandal.

BrewDog pub advert banned for misleading claims

The Advertising Standards Authority has banned a BrewDog advert for exaggerating pub closures, ruling it misled consumers. The craft beer giant faces backlash over its 'Pubs are closing at a rate of one a day' claim.

Shein fined €1m in Italy for greenwashing

Italian authorities have fined fast-fashion giant Shein €1m for falsely marketing products as 'sustainable'. The move highlights growing scrutiny over greenwashing in the retail sector.

Tesco's punny bread packaging sparks debate

Tesco's latest bread packaging redesign, featuring playful puns, has divided customers—some love the humour, while others call it 'cringe-worthy'. Discover why this change is stirring up strong opinions.

FCA cracks down on misleading financial promotions

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued new warnings to financial firms over misleading promotions, with 450 alerts issued in just three months. Learn how this affects consumers and firms.

PETA exposes misleading 'vegan' footwear labels

Animal rights group PETA has uncovered deceptive labelling practices in the footwear industry, revealing that some shoes marketed as 'vegan' may still contain animal-derived materials. Learn how to spot the truth behind the labels.

Webjet fined £9m for misleading pricing

The online travel giant Webjet has been hit with a hefty £9 million fine for deceptive pricing practices, leaving customers in the dark about hidden fees. Here's the full story.

UK supermarket goes packaging-free to reduce plastic waste

A leading UK supermarket chain is pioneering a packaging-free shopping initiative, allowing customers to buy groceries without plastic waste. The eco-friendly move aims to reduce environmental impact and cut costs for shoppers.

Smart milk tags boost UK recycling efforts

Major UK supermarkets are rolling out innovative milk bottle tags to help consumers recycle more effectively. Learn how this small change could make a big environmental impact.

Nicotine pouches mimic sweets, target kids

The UK Trading Standards body raises alarms as nicotine pouches resembling sweets are being marketed to children, sparking calls for stricter regulations.

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