'Come To Office Twice A Week Or Lose Your Bonus!': Major British Bank Cracks Down On WFH
Lloyds Bank may reduce bonuses for senior staff who fail to meet the new requirement of working in the office at least two days a week.
Criminals Rake In £16M By Turning Spain Into Italy's Dumping Ground With Over 40,000 Tonnes Of Waste Annually
Spanish police dismantled a network that smuggled 40,000 tons of Italian waste annually, generating £16M. This led to 22 arrests on charges of environmental crimes.
'Not Everyone Belongs Here': Sweden's Citizenship Crackdown Introduces Strict New Criteria, Language Tests, And 'Honest Living' Demands
Sweden has tightened its citizenship requirements, including stricter language tests, longer residency periods, and a 'culture test.'
NHS Worker Took Over 400 Sick Days In 4 Years Due to 'Complex Mental Health Issues'; Wins Discrimination Case After Dismissal
NHS cleaner wins discrimination case after unfair dismissal due to mental health absences. The tribunal ruled dismissal irrational and ordered compensation.
Apple's Thinnest Phone Yet, the iPhone 17 Air, Rumoured For 2025 Release: What We Know
Apple's 2024 lineup may include the thinnest iPhone yet, codenamed 'Air.' It could be a testing ground for foldable tech and Apple's in-house modem.
'IKEA' Finally Opens In North Korea—But There's A Catch
North Korea flaunts fake IKEA store, defying sanctions. Likely selling counterfeit goods, the store serves as propaganda while exploiting Western brands.
'Fake Brad Pitt' Cons £700K From French Woman; UK Introduces Tougher Penalties For Explicit Deepfakes
A French woman was defrauded out of £700,644.50 (€830,000) by an elaborate scam involving a fake Brad Pitt, utilising AI-generated images and doctored photos.
'US Refugees' Jump From TikTok To RedNote: What To Know About The Chinese App Before You Jump, Too
As TikTok faces a potential US ban, the Chinese platform RedNote is gaining popularity with features similar to TikTok and elements of Instagram and Pinterest.
Southern California Starts To Burn As Auto Fire Explodes Under Santa Ana Winds, Evacuations Ordered In Ventura
Strong winds fueled an auto fire in Ventura County. Evacuations were ordered as firefighters battled the blaze near golf courses.
'California Hates You': Elon Musk Responds to Backlash After Providing Free WiFi in Fire-Hit Areas
An Elon Musk and Donald Trump admirer sparked a firestorm after praising his plan to aid wildfire victims in California with Cybertrucks and Starlink.
Buy Something Or Leave: Starbucks' New Policy Cracks Down On Loitering In North American Stores
Starbucks now requires customers to purchase before using their restrooms or linger in stores, reversing a previous open-door policy.
Who Is Patrick Spence? Quick Facts About SONOS CEO Stepping Down After Bug-Ridden App Rollout
Sonos CEO Patrick Spence resigned following a disastrous app update that angered customers, hurt sales, and damaged the company's brand.
US Veteran's 'Cheap Purchase' Saved His Home From LA Fires While Celebs Pay $2K/Hour For Private Fire Fighters
While ordinary citizens find affordable solutions, wealthy residents hire pricey private firefighters to stop the flames from engulfing their homes.
'Pfizer Boob Job': Several UK Women Say Their Breasts 'Quadrupled In Size' After COVID Shots
UK women report significant breast enlargement after Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Possible link to rare condition PASH, but requires further research.
Did Medium To The Stars, Tyler Henry, Predict The LA Fires? Eerie Warning He Gave Ricki Lake Three Months Ago
Ricki Lake's home was tragically destroyed in the recent LA fires, a devastating event that eerily echoes a chilling prediction made by medium Tyler Henry.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Says Bitcoin Is 'Used Heavily By Sex Traffickers, Money Launderers, And Ransomware'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon claims Bitcoin is primarily used for illicit activities like money laundering and drug trafficking.
Italian Mayor Prohibits Town's Residents From Getting Sick: 'Don't Leave The House Often, Play Sports, Travel And More'
An Italian mayor issued a symbolic decree prohibiting residents from getting sick to protest inadequate healthcare access.
Thinking of Switching Careers? Explore 10 High-Paying UK Jobs Safe from AI—You Won't Believe the Top One
Facing AI anxiety? Discover 10 high-paying UK jobs where automation poses little threat. From healthcare to specialised fields, build a secure future.
Who Is David Muir? 'Pathetic' News Host Slammed For Fashion Faux Pas While Reporting On LA Fires
David Muir faced criticism for using a clothespin to adjust his jacket during LA wildfire coverage. Some viewers found his actions tone-deaf.
Elon Musk Posts 'DEI Means DIE' As California Burns After Officials Spent $500M On DEI Initiatives
Elon Musk announced 'DEI Means DIE' in an X post amid California wildfires, sparking debate over resource allocation priorities.
US Tattoo Artist Slammed For Tattooing 9-Year-Old Who Requested Trump Portrait – Here's What She Got Instead
Arizona artist tattooed 9-year-old with parental consent, sparking controversy. Debate erupted over the ethics of tattooing minors despite legal allowance.
Who Is Keith Wasserman? CEO Offers To 'Pay Any Amount' for Someone To Protect His Home Amid LA Fires
LA CEO Keith Wasserman sparked outrage by offering to pay any amount for private firefighters to protect his home during the Palisades wildfire.
Meta's Updated 'Hateful Conduct Policy' Will Allow Users To Say LGBT Members Have 'Mental Illness'
Meta lets users call LGBTQ+ people mentally ill, citing 'free speech.' Critics fear this fuels hate and discrimination.
What Caused The Fires In California 2025: Everything You Need To Know
Devastating California wildfires rage, fueled by strong winds. Palisades Fire destroys over 1,000 structures, the largest in LA history.
Who Is John George? Missing Belfast Man Found Dead In Spain, Suspect Arrested - What We Know
The body of missing Belfast man John George has been found in Spain, and an arrest has been made in connection with his death.
Woman Who Has Been Dead For Three Days Found In Restaurant Toilet While People 'Continue Eating And Drinking'
A 47-year-old mother was tragically found dead in a restaurant's disabled toilet after remaining undiscovered for three days, leaving her daughter heartbroken.
UK Drivers Need To File Car Tax Ahead Of Fiscal Year Even If 'They Pay Nothing' Or Be Fined £2,500
DVLA has issued an urgent reminder about car tax, emphasising that all drivers must renew their tax on time, even if their vehicle is exempt from payment.
Dell Defends Against 'Apple Copycat' Claims In Naming New Computers: 'Pro And Max Are Not Exclusive'
Dell is streamlining its PC lineup, retiring iconic names like XPS and Inspiron in favour of a unified 'Dell' brand, mirroring Apple's naming strategy.
Jaguar Rejects Coroner's Call to Redesign I-Pace After Boy Crushed to Death by Electric SUV
Jaguar has defied a coroner's call to redesign I-PACE after a 7-year-old boy was tragically killed by reversing SUV.
Elon Musk Says 'Thank You, Britain!' After Poll Reveals Britons Celebrate His Involvement In UK Politics
Elon Musk thanked Britain after a poll showed many support his role in UK politics, but concerns have been raised about his ties to far-right ideologies.
