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UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Lift safety warning as its claimed capacity limits have not risen with obesity'

Lift capacity signs may be outdated due to rising obesity levels, risking safety hazards, longer journeys, and stigma from unrealistic passenger limits.
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Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Pornhub Restores Access for UK Adults Who Use Apple's Age Verification

Pornhub allows UK users to access content via age verification on Apple devices after blocking new users for three months.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Pornhub Restores Access for UK Adults Who Use Apple's Age Verification

Pornhub allows UK users to access content via age verification on Apple devices after blocking new users for three months.
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Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

How Much Are You Spending on Subscriptions? New UK Laws Make Refunds and Cancellations Easier for Consumers

New laws will simplify subscription cancellations, potentially saving consumers £400 million annually by preventing subscription traps.
Digital life
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
1 month ago

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Online Entertainment: What Works in the UK

Understanding the digital landscape in the UK is crucial for travelers, as many apps and services differ from other regions.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Say hello to the UK's most successful growth industry: organised waste crime | George Monbiot

Illegal waste dumping in the UK has surged, with thousands of sites and minimal penalties for offenders, creating a thriving criminal industry.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

More than 6m vapes and pods discarded weekly in UK despite single-use ban, study finds

Over 6 million vapes are discarded weekly in the UK, straining recycling systems despite a ban on disposable e-cigarettes.
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Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Apple brings in age checks for UK iPhone users

Apple is implementing age verification for iPhone and iPad users in the UK to access certain services, enhancing online safety for children.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple's iOS 26.4 update adds age verification in the UK

Apple requires UK users to verify their age to access certain services or features with the launch of iOS 26.4.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Apple brings in age checks for UK iPhone users

Apple is implementing age verification for iPhone and iPad users in the UK to access certain services, enhancing online safety for children.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple's iOS 26.4 update adds age verification in the UK

Apple requires UK users to verify their age to access certain services or features with the launch of iOS 26.4.
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EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

Creating a Company Culture That Embraces Regulatory Standards

Embedding regulatory compliance into company culture through clear communication, integrated training, and shared responsibility reduces risk and protects reputation.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
6 months ago

Waymo to launch robotaxis in London in 2026

Waymo will expand driverless taxi operations to London next year, beginning street testing with a safety driver while pursuing UK regulatory approvals and local licensing.
fromBusiness Matters
8 months ago

ASA bans online pharmacy adverts for weight loss injections in major enforcement drive

The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority has prohibited online pharmacies from advertising prescription-only weight loss injections, aiming to regulate the online selling culture.
Health
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
9 months ago

Do listed building grades make a difference to your home renovation plans? Yes, and here's why

Listed building grades determine the level of restrictions and preservation requirements for renovations or extensions to historically or architecturally significant properties.
fromFast Company
9 months ago

The peat ban is coming. Will your favorite dram disappear with it?

"Our peatlands are this country's Amazon rainforest - home to our most precious wildlife, storing carbon and reducing flooding risk," U.K. Nature minister Mary Creagh said.
Food & drink
fromTechCrunch
10 months ago

UK may require Google to give users alternative search options and rank its results 'more fairly' | TechCrunch

Google search accounts for more than 90% of all general search queries in the UK, with millions of people relying on it as a key gateway to the internet. If competition was working well, we would expect these costs to be lower.
Marketing tech
London politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
11 months ago

Brits warned barbecues could land you with a 5,000 fine - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Using disposable barbecues in restricted areas can lead to hefty fines and safety hazards.
Councils are enforcing stricter regulations regarding barbecuing in public spaces.
Residents are encouraged to check local rules to avoid penalties related to barbecues.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 months ago

New rules to come into force in all UK zoos for staff and visitors

The new standards aim to enhance the welfare of a wide range of species, from snowy owls and golden eagles to elephants, stingrays, and octopuses.
UK news
Alternative transportation
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 months ago

Uber ready to launch' driverless cars in UK

Uber is prepared to launch driverless taxis in the UK as soon as regulations allow, despite a 2027 launch date.
The Independent covers critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change without paywalls, making journalism accessible.
Media industry
fromArs Technica
1 year ago

Turbulent global economy could drive up prices for Netflix and rivals

The UK proposes a 5% streaming tax on US-based services to fund local film and TV, potentially increasing consumer subscription prices.
Poker
fromCardplayer
1 year ago

UK Regulators Ban PokerStars Instagram Ad

The UK Advertising Standards Agency banned a PokerStars ad for misleading implications about gambling rewards.
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