Martin Lewis Warning on Bank Card Payment Rights
Money expert Martin Lewis warns UK consumers that recurring card payments have weaker protections than direct debits. Learn how to safeguard your finances.
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Student jailed for 90 days over chicken 'rescue'
A California student is sentenced to 90 days in jail and a £80,000 fine for breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story on the controversial animal rights case.
Activist jailed for stealing chickens from poultry farm
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, was sentenced to 90 days for taking four birds from a Perdue plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy.
Activist jailed for 60 days after stealing chickens
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced to jail and $100k restitution for taking four chickens from a Perdue farm. Her defence argued it was a rescue from cruelty. Read the full story.
Frasers Group sales fall as consumer confidence slumps
Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct and Flannels, sees UK sales drop to £1.3bn. CEO Michael Murray cites 'very subdued' consumer confidence and heavy discounting. Read the full analysis.
Frasers Group sales up 5% despite tough retail climate
Frasers Group reports £2.6bn revenue for H1 FY26, with luxury brand Flannels returning to growth and international sales soaring 43%. Discover how the retail giant is navigating a challenging market.
DWP Gains New Powers to Access Bank Accounts
The DWP has implemented controversial new powers to request bank details and deduct money directly from accounts to combat benefit fraud. Civil liberties groups warn of 'mass financial surveillance'. Read the full story.
Sports Direct customers threatened with court over refunds
Sports Direct is reportedly threatening customers with County Court action for pursuing chargebacks after porch pirates stole their deliveries. Consumer law experts condemn the aggressive tactics.
Cook County Approves Permanent Basic Income Scheme
Cook County in Illinois has unanimously approved a permanent guaranteed basic income programme, providing $500 monthly payments to thousands of low-income residents following a successful pilot scheme.
New Prague-Berlin-Copenhagen Train Route from £57
A new direct train connecting Prague, Berlin, and Copenhagen launches 1 May 2026. Tickets from £57. Explore three European capitals sustainably.
Riyadh's New Direct Flights from London Challenge EU Breaks
Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, emerges as a unique cultural city break with new Virgin Atlantic flights. Discover ancient heritage and modern ambition.
Debit's Desaceleradas: A Slow Dive into Cumbia
Explore Debit's remarkable new album, Desaceleradas, where Afro-Latin cumbia is decelerated into an eerie, ambient soundworld. Discover how slowness creates dread.
Lloyds customers claim £2m in chargebacks this year
Lloyds Bank warns shoppers to be vigilant for online scams ahead of Black Friday, as customers reclaim £2 million via chargebacks. Follow our essential safety tips.
8 UK sites identified for climate change carbon capture
Scientists have pinpointed eight UK locations with volcanic rock that could store 3 billion tonnes of CO2, offering a potential breakthrough in Britain's climate crisis fight.
Lloyds customers reclaim £2m in chargebacks
Lloyds Banking Group has refunded £2 million to customers via chargebacks in 2024. With Black Friday approaching, learn how to protect yourself from online shopping scams.
Martin Lewis warns of hidden debit card risks
Martin Lewis warns debit cards lack key protections and carry high overdraft fees. Discover why a credit card could be a smarter spending choice for many.
Logitech RS50 Review: Top Direct Drive for Beginners
Logitech's new RS50 direct drive wheelbase delivers 8NM force feedback, console compatibility & superb value. Is this the best starter kit for sim racing?
Santander £200 Switch Bonus: Eligibility & How to Claim
Santander is paying £200 to customers who switch their current account. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim your cash within 90 days.
Qantas Plans Direct London-New York Flights
Australian airline Qantas announces groundbreaking direct flights from London to New York, slashing travel time and redefining ultra-long-haul aviation with new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.
Eva Air launches direct UK-Phuket flights year-round
Taiwan's Eva Air makes travel history with groundbreaking year-round direct flights from London Heathrow to Thailand's tropical island paradise of Phuket, starting March 2025.
Mike Ashley bids for Sheffield Wednesday takeover
Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley has launched a shock bid to purchase Sheffield Wednesday, potentially ending Dejphon Chansiri's controversial eight-year reign at Hillsborough.
Palestine Action storms offices in UK-wide protests
Pro-Palestine demonstrators targeted two major UK cities in coordinated protests against companies allegedly supplying military equipment to Israel, leading to multiple arrests.
Delta launches direct Atlanta-Riyadh flights
Delta Air Lines launches first-ever non-stop flights between Atlanta and Riyadh, capitalising on Saudi Arabia's ambitious tourism transformation and strengthened US ties.
PIA resumes direct UK flights after four-year hiatus
Pakistan's national carrier returns to UK skies with new Manchester route, reconnecting British-Pakistani communities and offering competitive fares for travellers.
Martin Lewis's Meter Reading Trick Saves £180
Discover how following Martin Lewis's straightforward meter reading advice can dramatically cut your energy bills as we put his tip to the test with surprising results.
HMRC Can Now Raid Bank Accounts for Unpaid Tax
HMRC gains controversial new authority to directly recover unpaid tax debts from millions of bank accounts without court orders, raising serious concerns about financial safeguards and taxpayer rights.
Simple switch saves £112 on energy bills
Millions of British households are missing out on significant savings by not switching to direct debit payments for their energy bills. Experts reveal how this simple change could cut costs immediately.
HMRC can directly deduct from bank accounts for tax debts
UK tax authorities now have unprecedented powers to directly deduct money from bank accounts for unpaid taxes, raising serious concerns about financial privacy and error risks.
Aberdeen lands direct Dubai flights in Scottish first
Scotland's Granite City secures groundbreaking air connection to UAE, opening new trade and tourism corridors between northeast Scotland and the Middle East.
Urgent payment warning for millions of UK households
Millions of British households face a critical payment deadline this month as energy companies issue urgent warnings about direct debit changes and potential bill increases.
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