UK bans fake reviews and ‘sneaky’ fees for online products

The United Kingdom has banned “outrageous fake reviews and sneaky hidden fees” to make life easier for online shoppers. New measures under the Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumer Act 2024 came into force on Sunday that require online platforms to transparently include all mandatory fees within a product’s advertised price, including booking or admin charges….

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Blondie drummer Clem Burke dead at 70

Clem Burke, the longtime drummer for Blondie, has died after a private battle with cancer, Fox News Digital confirms. He was 70.  On Monday, the band’s official Instagram account announced Burke’s death with a heartfelt tribute. “It is with profound sadness that we relay news of the passing of our beloved friend and bandmate Clem…

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Gov. DeSantis’ new DOGE task force gains momentum as universities, localities commit to being audited

Local jurisdictions and public universities in Florida are latching on to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ new state-level DOGE Task Force, including through formal resolutions, independent committees and additional resources supporting the new initiative.       DeSantis announced the creation of “Florida DOGE” in February, a program similar to the one led at the federal level…

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