News in February 2007
- 20 Feb 2007Web users facing new online threatMillions of broadband users are potentially at risk from a newly identified network threat that could allow criminals to prey on curious web surfers.
- 20 Feb 2007Virgin launches on-demand serviceVirgin Media has launched its new interactive TV-on-demand cable channel, Virgin Central.
- 19 Feb 2007Computer chain to launch 'green' PCA high street computer chain is aiming to build the world's most eco-friendly PC.
- 19 Feb 2007Npower to cut energy pricesEnergy giant Npower has confirmed it is cutting gas and electricity bills for its six million domestic customers from the end of April.
- 19 Feb 2007Product recalls increasingThe number of product recalls in the UK has increased by 8 per cent in the last year to 179, lawyers said today.
- 19 Feb 2007London's congestion zone moves westwardsA westerly extension of London's congestion charge area comes into operation today - to the dismay of residents and businesses.
- 19 Feb 2007Computer gaming can help burn caloriesPlaying computer games could help shift around 27lb in weight each year, scientists claim.
- 17 Feb 2007Inflation cuts spending power of £1mA millionaire living in 1907 Britain would now need at least £85.6 million to fund an equally lavish lifestyle, a new report revealed today.
- 16 Feb 2007Labelling scheme described as 'flawed'A labelling scheme adopted by the food industry has been described as 'flawed' in a report published by a health group.
- 16 Feb 2007Salmonella found in M&S houmousSalmonella was found in two products on the shelves of high street retailer Marks & Spencer.
- 16 Feb 2007Britons spend most on house renovationsHouse-proud Britons spend the most in Europe on renovating and cleaning their homes, a report out today says.
- 16 Feb 2007Plant outside the box to beat climate changeUnpredictable climate conditions mean it's time for gardeners to think outside the box, says Gardening Which?
- 16 Feb 2007New Marmite flavoured with GuinnessA new version of Marmite flavoured with Guinness is to launch in the UK.
- 15 Feb 2007MPs rail against transport ministryThe Department for Transport (DfT) is failing to meet most of its targets, including its aims for congestion and air quality, a report from MPs said today.
- 15 Feb 2007Bank fined over insurance policiesCapital One Bank was fined £175,000 today for failing to adequately protect consumers against the risk of being mis-sold unsuitable insurance policies.
