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The new rule that could make it easier for consumers to cancel subscriptions 

March 26, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

Cancelling a subscription can sometimes be more difficult than it needs to be sometimes. To address this, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a […]

Study finds small risk of breast cancer linked to the mini pill  

March 23, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

According to a recent study by researchers at the University of Oxford and published by PLOS Medicine, the mini pill could lead to a small […]

US appeals court rules that Uber and Lyft can treat workers as contractors 

March 15, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

A California appeals court has ruled that Uber and Lyft can carry on treating workers as independent contractors, despite labour groups and workers opposing it.  […]

New Pfizer treatment for migraines approved by US regulator 

March 13, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

It’s estimated that migraines affect over 10% of the world’s population. The symptoms can include a throbbing headache, along with other symptoms like nausea, vomiting, […]

The latest social media scam Facebook users need to know about 

March 8, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

With billions of people now on social media globally, the number of scams is on the rise. Criminals are now using platforms to lure victims […]

TikTok introduces a new restriction to protect under-18s 

March 8, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

TikTok has announced that it is setting a new limit for under-18s that will restrict their screen time. Once a young user hits the limit, […]

FDA approves a new combined test for flu and Covid-19 

March 5, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

Flu and Covid-19 have similar symptoms, which can make it hard to know which illness it is. But, the FDA has now approved an at-home […]

How is inflation affecting consumer spending habits? 

March 3, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

As inflation remains high, there is now more pressure on household budgets to pay for essentials. According to a recent study, this has affected spending […]

Corporations are increasingly recognising the value of boosting startups

February 27, 2023 Consumer and Society 0

From underground radar to better cameras for cars, established firms are increasingly benefitting from innovations developed at technology incubators. In turn, established companies are increasingly […]

What is the best medication for lower back pain? 

February 22, 2023 Liz Daunton 0

Sitting for too long, poor posture, heavy lifting, or just the ageing process can all lead to lower back pain. It’s a common complaint, but […]

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