British Chancellor of the Exchequer announces plans for interest-free loans
As the 2018 budget is announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Phillip Hammond, some new developments come to light. Phillip Hammond is set to […]
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First FDA approved cannabis-based medication now available for patients
The FDA approved the first cannabis-based medication for epilepsy earlier in the year. The drug, Epidiolex, is an oral solution used to treat certain types […]
The latest Uber court hearing
In a landmark case for gig economy workers, taxi company Uber have just faced a court hearing which could change the way workers are treated […]
The latest US food recalls
Whether it’s meat, poultry, salad, vegetables, or any other type of food, products that are contaminated in certain bacterias can make consumers sick. The latest […]
Anti-smoking campaign under fire
With declining smoking rates in the UK, the e-cigarette industry has been steadily growing. Major producers are often running campaigns, encouraging smokers to switch. And […]
Short term lenders fear new rise in compensation claims
It looks as though payday loans are becoming the new PPI in that many people have been mis-sold it and are seeking compensation as a […]
Is meat-free really healthier?
Meat-free alternatives to meat products are growing in popularity. The main selling point of these products being that they are a “healthier” option. But are […]
Is social media damaging our mental health?
Social media sites claim to offer plenty of benefits to their users. For example, Facebook market their service as allowing people to “connect and share […]
Tesco ordered to pay £16.4 million over cyber attack
After a cyber attack in 2016, Tesco Bank has been fined £16.4 million by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The breach affected thousands of Tesco […]
Will electric cars ever replace petrol?
According to a new report, electric cars could produce around half the emissions of a fuel powered vehicle over their lifetime. If these figures are […]