CMA raises concerns over PayPal’s takeover of iZettle
According to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), PayPal’s takeover of iZettle is a competition concern. The watchdog have warned that PayPal “could face insufficient […]
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UK plastic surgeons call for changes to firework packaging
In the last few years, the number of patients needing emergency treatment in the UK due to firework related incidents has more than doubled. And […]
Cigarette packaging in the US will now include “corrective statements”, due to court order
As a result of a 1999 lawsuit, cigarette packets in the US will soon need to display a “corrective statement”. The court order is a […]
Study shows UK pubs are failing to stop underage gambling
Gambling machines in pubs are age restricted in the UK, and children under 18 are not permitted to use them. However, a study carried out […]
Millions of messages exposed in database security breach
After a security breach, millions of text messages have been exposed from the database of tech company Voxox. These messages included links to reset passwords, […]
Broadband and phone providers fined for overcharging customers
According to industry regulator Ofcom, nearly half a million EE and Virgin customers’ in the UK are “out of pocket” due to a billing error, […]
Study: Low emission zone hasn’t improved child lung health
Low emission zones were introduced in London in 2008. However, a recent study has shown that despite improving air quality, the number of children with […]
FDA release new proposals for reducing rates of teenagers vaping
E-cigarettes are recommended as a tool for adults who are trying to stop smoking. However, there have been warnings in the last few years that […]
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 […]
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 […]