UK unemployment hits 5.1%, highest since 2021
The UK's unemployment rate has risen to 5.1%, the highest level since 2021. Payrolls fell by 38,000, with younger workers hit hardest. Read the full analysis.
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OBR's Budget Blunder: Career-Ending Mistakes Explored
After the OBR's early budget release shook markets, we examine what constitutes a critical workplace error today. Discover how professionals recover from major slip-ups.
Worker keeps £34k after company's payroll blunder
A Brazilian man finds himself at the centre of a legal battle after his company accidentally paid him £34,000 instead of his regular salary. Discover the shocking details of this payroll error and the worker's refusal to return the money.
US Private Sector Adds 150,000 Jobs in September
Fresh data reveals America's private sector employment continues to grow steadily despite economic headwinds, with services industries leading the charge in September's hiring spree.
Mandelson on Govt Payroll Despite Epstein Links
Exclusive investigation reveals Peter Mandelson's government payroll position while maintaining ties to Jeffrey Epstein, raising serious questions about Whitehall transparency and elite connections.
Dodgers' £270m payroll delivers World Series victory
The Los Angeles Dodgers have justified their astronomical £270 million payroll by clinching the World Series, sparking debate about financial fairness in Major League Baseball.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
Trump's SNAP cuts threaten millions amid payroll chaos
Exclusive analysis reveals how proposed Trump administration cuts to food stamp programmes could devastate vulnerable families while federal payroll chaos leaves workers unpaid.
The 1% Club issues on-air apology after technical fault
ITV's popular quiz show The 1% Club was forced to issue an on-air apology after a technical failure left viewers confused during Saturday night's broadcast. The incident occurred during a crucial question about a fictional company's profits.
BT engineer error causes false paedophile accusations
A catastrophic broadband installation error by a BT engineer led to three people being wrongly investigated for child sex offences after internet connections were accidentally crossed.
US Government Shutdown Threatens Federal Workers' Pay
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees could see delayed or reduced paychecks as Congress races against time to avert a catastrophic government shutdown.
Worker quits after stranger keeps his wrongly sent salary
A UK office worker accidentally transferred his entire salary to a stranger's account instead of his savings - then made a life-changing decision when the recipient refused to return the money.
Worker wins legal battle to keep £286k salary overpayment
A Chilean man successfully fought to keep his entire salary after his employer accidentally paid him 330 times his normal wage, then demanded the money back when he resigned.
Jimmy Kimmel Staff Stunned By Secret Pay Rise Bombshell
Jimmy Kimmel's long-serving staff received a life-changing surprise after a secret payroll audit revealed they were owed years of back pay in a stunning act of corporate integrity.
US Jobs Market Cools in August as Hiring Slows
The latest US jobs report for August 2025 reveals a significant slowdown in hiring and a rise in unemployment, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision.
Aldi Apologises for Payroll Error Clawing Back Staff Wages
Aldi has issued a grovelling apology to its employees after a major payroll error led to the supermarket wrongfully clawing back wages from hundreds of staff members' accounts.
Morrisons shopper finds just one mince pie in multipack box
A Morrisons customer was left stunned after discovering her box of mince pies intended for six contained just a single pastry. The supermarket has apologised and launched an investigation into the packaging error.
Brit's Turkey Holiday Nightmare After 7:30am Flight Booking Error
A British tourist's dream holiday to Turkey turned into a frantic nightmare after a catastrophic booking error saw her morning alarm coincide with her flight's departure time. Discover how a single-digit mistake led to a costly travel disaster.
Rare misprinted 20p coin could be worth £200
A rare 20p coin featuring a unique and subtle misprint from the Royal Mint is now highly sought after by collectors, with some versions selling for nearly £200 online. Discover how to spot this valuable error in your pocket change.
Mirror Corrects Erroneous Marc Citron Obituary
The Daily Mirror has published a prominent correction after its obituary for US music executive Marc Citron falsely stated he had worked with David Bowie.
Ted Lasso Fans Stunned By Major Finale Plot Hole
Eagle-eyed Ted Lasso viewers have uncovered a significant continuity error in the show's finale surrounding Keeley Jones's PR firm funding, leaving fans questioning the beloved series' attention to detail.
Webb Admits VAR Error Denied Chelsea Penalty vs Fulham
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has confirmed a significant VAR error occurred, wrongly denying Chelsea a first-half penalty in their recent Premier League clash against Fulham.
Howard Webb Confirms VAR Error in Chelsea vs Fulham Match
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has conceded a major VAR error, confirming Chelsea were wrongly denied a penalty during their Premier League match against Fulham. Exclusive details on the refereeing controversy.
Premier League admits TWO VAR errors in Chelsea vs Man Utd
The Premier League has been forced into a humiliating apology after two major VAR errors robbed Chelsea of clear penalties in their dramatic 4-3 defeat to Manchester United.
MacBook Air Under £100 in Amazon Pricing Error
Shoppers are going wild for an incredible pricing error on the MacBook Air M1, with the powerful Apple laptop mistakenly listed for under £100 on Amazon UK.
BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay apologises after on-screen blunder
BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay was left red-faced after a technical blunder caused an embarrassing on-screen moment, forcing him to issue an immediate apology to viewers during the live broadcast.
IVF mix-up: White couple has mixed-race baby after clinic error
A major IVF clinic faces legal action after a catastrophic sperm sample error results in a white couple giving birth to a mixed-race child. The devastating mix-up emerged moments after delivery, sparking questions about fertility industry safeguards.
ESPN commentator sparks backlash for on-air dig at colleague
A tense moment unfolded on live television as ESPN baseball commentator David Cone appeared to mock fellow analyst Eduardo Pérez for a pronunciation error, igniting a firestorm of criticism from viewers and raising questions about on-air conduct.
Surgeon mutilates patient's penis in circumcision nightmare
A patient's life was shattered after a routine circumcision at a private clinic led to catastrophic organ damage. Exclusive details on the surgical error, the £200,000 settlement, and the ongoing fight for justice.
Amazon Freevee Hit By Major UK Outage On Fire TV Sticks
Thousands of Amazon Fire TV Stick users report being unable to access Freevee content due to a widespread service outage. Here's what we know and when service might resume.
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