The European Union, and in particular France and Belgium, is the largest importer of frogs' legs in the world, with fatal consequences for the world's population of these animals, reports the weekly "Spiegel".more
In January this year daily purchases in stores were on average 20% more expensive than in the same period a year ago. Another month in a row, double-digit increases were also recorded in all product categories. The largest increases affected dairy products and household chemicals - at the level of nearly 30 percent y/y.more
A third of phone and broadband customers don't know their provider can increase the cost of their bills, Ofcom research finds. Prices are set to rise by 14% in April in line with inflation.
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Supermarket giant Morrisons has banned a popular product in all of its supermarkets following safety fears. The retail giant has prohibited the sale in its stores, with the likes of Tesco and Sainsbury's following suit.more
Onet's "Droga na Rzeź" report, showing how outrageously treated animals are treated in one of the slaughterhouses belonging to a leading producer of cold meats in Poland, received wide coverage in Poland. The case came to light thanks to the activists of the "Viva!" Foundation, which works to protect animal rights.more
Aldi has been named as the UK's cheapest supermarket during the month of January where a single shop could see a saving of £26 compared to the most expensive, according to consumer watchdog Whichmore
Catering entrepreneurs in seven Dutch cities are introducing a blacklist for troubled customers, the daily Trouw reported. The Dutch data protection authority AP has already approved its creation.more
Royal Mail postal workers will walk out again later this month in an ongoing row over pay and conditions, the Communication Workers Union (CWU) said.
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The prices of eggs increased by as much as 70-90% at producers during the year, and by more than 30% on store shelves so far. However, experts agree - prices will continue to rise. Guilty bird flu, but also a huge increase in production costs - we learn from "Rzeczpospolita".more
Two iconic London red phone boxes in the West End could be turned into vending machines under new plans. The decommissioned phone boxes on Coventry Street, which links Piccadilly Circus to Leicester Square, would dispense drinks and snacks under the plans.more
Shoppers have been switching away from branded sauces, cereals and drinks, and opting for supermarkets' own-brand equivalents to save money at the till, research suggests.more
A major shake up at Tesco stores will see all food counters and hot delis close. Many have shut already as bosses make ‘difficult decisions’ for the business. more
Grocery price inflation has hit a record 16.7% to add a potential £788 to annual shopping bills, figures have shown. The “staggering” 2.3 percentage point jump in the four weeks to January 22 has exceeded the previous high recorded by analysts Kantar in October and is the highest figure since their recmore
What is billed as the UK's first multi-charity store has opened to shoppers. Charity Super.Mkt at Brent Cross Shopping Centre sells donated clothing supplied by 10 UK charities, including Barnardo's and Cancer Research.more
Wetherspoons has confirmed the return of its popular Valentine's Day meal deal for two. The offer means pub-goers can order a two-course dinner with drinks for £22.
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The value of frozen food bought by Polish households last year exceeded PLN 1.8 billion. Frozen vegetables and pizzas are the most frequently purchased, according to analyses by experts of the GfK Polonia Household Panel.more
Since 2008, the number of second-hand shops has fallen by as much as 40 per cent. Poles buy "second-hand" products willingly, but mainly on the Internet, reports "Rzeczpospolita" today.more