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MP’s call for charges to use self-checkout machines to encourage more human interaction

In a bid to try and “heal social divisions”, MP’s in the UK have urged major supermarkets to introduce a…

7 years ago

The new code for banking scams: how does it work?

In the UK, millions of pounds are lost every year to bank transfer scams. But, under a new voluntary code…

7 years ago

Regulator rules that broadband and phone providers must inform customers about the best deals

In a bid to break the “loyalty penalties” consumers face on some of their bills, broadband, phone, and television providers…

7 years ago

UK announces plans to ban single-use plastics by 2020

Plastic waste is an issue that’s damaging the oceans and the environment. And in a bid to tackle the problem,…

7 years ago

What is putting consumers off buying electric cars?

With an increasing amount of focus being placed on climate change and the environment, many campaign groups are hoping for…

7 years ago

How does taxing sugary drinks affect consumption?

In 2017, Philadelphia became the second city in the US to introduce a tax on sugary beverages and soda. And…

7 years ago

Oil prices: a short-term explosion?

With the oil price per barrel rising significantly since the start of the year, industry experts are predicting an even…

7 years ago

Amazon ordered to remove children’s products containing high levels of lead and cadmium

Internet retailer Amazon has announced that a number of products containing toxic levels of cadmium and lead will be withdrawn…

7 years ago

Instagram takes steps to remove anti-vaccination posts on platform

The social media site, Instagram, has just announced that it will be blocking anti-vaccination hashtags, as it says they are…

7 years ago

Facebook facing lawsuit over “private censorship” issues

Following concerns over freedom of speech, a Polish NGO has filed a lawsuit against social media giant Facebook over “private…

7 years ago