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Ofqual Fines Pearson £250,000 for Breaching Exam Confidentiality

Ofqual Fines Pearson £250,000 for Breaching Exam Confidentiality. England’s largest examination board, Pearson, has been penalised with a £250,000 fine after failing to adhere to confidentiality policies during the creation of exam papers. The breach, which took place in 2023, raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest and the security of exam materials. Pearson informed […]

Balkans Boycott Supermarkets Over Rising Grocery Prices

Balkans Boycott Supermarkets Over Rising Grocery Prices. A growing protest movement across the Balkans has seen consumers take a stand against rising grocery prices and the ongoing cost of living crisis. The campaign, which began in Croatia last Friday, has spread to neighbouring countries, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia, gaining momentum largely through […]

FDA Milk Allergy Alert: Cal Yee Farms Chocolate Recall

FDA Milk Allergy Alert: Cal Yee Farms Chocolate Recall. Individuals with a milk allergy are being urged to exercise caution after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) raised the alert level for certain Cal Yee Farms chocolate products. These items have been classified as the highest risk category due to the potential presence of […]

Allentown Police Officers Accused of Misconduct in Whistleblower Lawsuit

Allentown Police Officers Accused of Misconduct in Whistleblower Lawsuit. A whistleblower lawsuit filed by experienced police officers David Howells and Randy Fey claims that Allentown police officers violated the law while on duty. The lawsuit, now moving to federal court, accuses officers of pilfering drug money, engaging in sexual activities with prostitutes, and operating under […]

Marion Bowman Faces Execution, Argues Innocence in Kandee Martin’s Murder

Marion Bowman Faces Execution, Argues Innocence in Kandee Martin’s Murder. Marion Bowman Jr., convicted for the 2001 murder of 21-year-old Kandee Martin, faces execution by lethal injection in South Carolina on Friday. However, Bowman, now 44, continues to maintain his innocence, admitting to drug dealings with Martin but denying involvement in her tragic death. “I […]

Karla Sofía Gascón Apologises for Controversial Past Posts

Karla Sofía Gascón Apologises for Controversial Past Posts.  Karla Sofía Gascón, 52, the breakout star of Netflix’s “Emilia Pérez,” recently made history as the first openly transgender actress to earn an Oscar nomination for her role in the film. The nomination has been a landmark achievement for both Gascón and the LGBTQ+ community. However, the […]

Biden Criticised for Failing Menthol Cigarette Ban

Biden Criticised for Failing Menthol Cigarette Ban. The American Lung Association has sharply criticised President Joe Biden for his failure to finalise a ban on menthol cigarettes, a move that was initially promised in 2021. The proposed ban was hailed by public health experts as a vital step in reducing smoking rates, but as the […]

Ticketmaster Settles $6M Class Action Lawsuit Over Hidden Fees

Ticketmaster Settles $6M Class Action Lawsuit Over Hidden Fees. Ticketmaster’s controversial pricing practices have led to a major class action settlement, potentially benefiting up to one million Canadians who purchased tickets in 2018. A settlement worth $6 million was approved in Regina’s Court of King’s Bench last week, offering affected customers up to $45 in […]

ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.75% Amid Slow Growth

ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.75% Amid Slow Growth. The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a quarter-point cut in its benchmark interest rate, reducing it to 2.75%. This decision, made during the ECB’s January meeting, reflects the bank’s ongoing efforts to control inflation and stimulate economic growth within the eurozone. As inflation edges closer […]

Latham & Watkins Advises ShopMy in US$77.5 Million Series B Funding Round

Latham & Watkins Advises ShopMy in US$77.5 Million Series B Funding Round. Latham & Watkins LLP provided legal counsel to ShopMy, a leading platform revolutionising creator marketing, in securing US$77.5 million in a Series B funding round. The funding was spearheaded by prominent investors Bessemer Venture Partners and Bain Capital Ventures, with additional contributions from […]

What is ICE’s Role in U.S. Law Enforcement?

What is ICE’s Role in U.S. Law Enforcement? What is ICE in U.S. Law Enforcement? A Look at Its Role and Impact The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is a vital part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Established in 2003 following the creation of DHS, ICE was designed to focus on […]