Why some Northern Ireland pubs are ‘getting it tight’ over rates
The genesis of these potentially crippling rate hikes lies in an extensive revaluation exercise dubbed ‘Reval 2026’, undertaken by Stormont’s Land and Property Services (LPS). This comprehensive assessment saw over…
My dog’s treatment cost £1,600 – vet bills are shocking
Helene, a Manchester resident, recounted the distressing events surrounding Rowan’s health. Last summer, while away in Suffolk, Rowan suffered an emergency that required immediate veterinary attention. This incident, being the…
EasyJet ad banned for claiming bags available for £5.99
The complaint was initially brought to the ASA’s attention by the influential consumer group Which?, which has consistently campaigned against what it perceives as deceptive pricing practices among airlines. Which?…
California probes TikTok over claims it censors anti-Trump content
The investigation was announced just three days after a complex deal was concluded to spin off TikTok’s U.S. operations into a new entity. This arrangement, mandated by the Trump administration…
Trade deal: India and EU announce FTA amid Trump tariff tensions
The European Union and India have formally announced a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), culminating nearly two decades of complex and often challenging negotiations. This pivotal accord comes as both…
Ryanair fares to rise as passenger numbers forecast to surge
In its latest quarterly results, covering the three months ending December, Ryanair reported an average fare increase of 4%, bringing the average ticket price to €44 (£38). This modest increase…
EU investigates Elon Musk’s X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes
This move by the EU regulator mirrors a similar inquiry announced in January by the UK’s communications watchdog, Ofcom, highlighting a growing international consensus on the urgent need to address…
Caribbean cannabis growers eye budding domestic sales and exports.
The air at Pineapple Road, a cannabis farm nestled deep within Antigua’s verdant countryside, is thick with a complex symphony of aromas. Master cultivator Michaelus Tracey invites a visitor to…
Let public by war bonds to raise £20bn for defence, say Lib Dems
Under the Lib Dem plan, members of the public would have the opportunity to lend money to the government through these specially issued bonds. Designed to mature over a two-to-three-year…
Should smartphones be locked away at gigs and in schools?
The mechanics of achieving such a large-scale phone ban are surprisingly simple and unobtrusive. Upon entry to a venue, concert-goers or students place their mobile phones into a fabric pouch,…
















