Growing number of adults avoid booze, NHS survey suggests

A significant shift in societal drinking habits is underway in England, with new figures from a government-backed NHS health survey revealing that almost a quarter of adults are now choosing…

Amazon accidentally sends email confirming layoffs

US technology giant Amazon has inadvertently confirmed a new wave of global layoffs through an email that was apparently sent in error. The communication, a draft message penned by Colleen…

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?…

Heat pumps: How do they work, what do they cost and are they noisy?

The UK government’s ambitious Warm Homes Plan has earmarked a substantial £15 billion to assist households across the nation in adopting green technologies, including the increasingly popular heat pumps. This…

‘OCD made me feel terrified’: Here’s how to spot the signs

Have you ever sat in a boring meeting and a fleeting, unsettling thought pops into your head: "What if I just started shouting?" Or perhaps while driving, a chilling scenario…

Mounjaro stolen from St Albans pharmaceutical company.

A significant quantity of the highly sought-after weight loss medication, Mounjaro, has been stolen from a pharmaceutical distribution centre in St Albans, Hertfordshire. The theft occurred shortly before 18:40 GMT…

Victoria: Australia firefighters battle ’emergency level’ blazes

The extreme heat conditions are presenting "incredibly difficult" challenges for the brave firefighters working tirelessly to contain the infernos, as stated by Chris Hardman, Chief Fire Officer at Forest Fire…

Aptamil infant formula batch recalled in UK over toxin discovery.

Parents across the United Kingdom are being urgently advised to cease feeding their infants a specific batch of Aptamil First Infant Formula, manufactured by the global food giant Danone. This…

Can India be a player in the computer chip industry?

A reliable supply of computer chips is not merely a convenience for Arnob Roy, the co-founder of Tejas Networks; it’s the bedrock of his company’s operations. Tejas Networks, headquartered in…

London’s Christmas trees get new lease of life

As the festive glow recedes and the final remnants of Christmas cheer are packed away, London’s streets annually transform, becoming temporarily lined with the skeletal remains of countless Christmas trees.…