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E-cig crisis blurs the distinction between vaping and smoking

The regulatory backlash against vaping brand Juul in the United States has directly impacted the broader tobacco sector, with merger…

4 years ago

Study finds consumers more likely to blame other drivers than self-driving cars for accidents

Consumers seem to have mixed feelings about driverless cars. However, being sceptical, new research from the University of Exeter has…

5 years ago

Three celebrity Instagram posts promoting weight-loss products banned

Research has shown that social media sites like Facebook and Instagram can cause mental health issues, low self-esteem and body…

5 years ago

Australian watchdog takes court action against Google

Google has been under the spotlight a lot in the last few years, from the home mini scandal to scrutiny…

5 years ago

Ofgem announces tougher financial checks on energy startups

Under new proposals designed to ensure fast-growing energy companies are financially able to handle expansion, the regulator has announced that,…

5 years ago

Is Netflix going to change its rules on password sharing?

Password sharing for online streaming services is extremely common. In fact, according to a study, 35% of millennials share their…

5 years ago

Facebook announces its latest update

As part of a series of attempts to encourage journalism on its site, Facebook has launched a news tab. This…

5 years ago

Environmental groups name Coca Cola as worst plastic polluter

For the second year running, a report by an environmental group has found Coca Cola to be the worst company…

5 years ago

Mobile providers pledge to end “no-spots” by 2025

The UK’s four largest mobile phone companies - EE, Three, Vodafone, and O2 - have announced plans to get rid…

5 years ago

The latest payday loan provider to close due to complaints

Following the collapse of Wonga last year, the UK’s largest remaining payday loan provider has announced it will close “due…

5 years ago