ACCA ends remote exams to combat AI cheating
The ACCA, the world's largest accounting body, will stop online exams from March due to a surge in AI-assisted cheating. Nearly 4,000 candidates recently sat exams in London.
The ACCA, the world's largest accounting body, will stop online exams from March due to a surge in AI-assisted cheating. Nearly 4,000 candidates recently sat exams in London.
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants is scrapping remote exams globally from August 2025, reverting to in-person tests to uphold professional standards. Discover the full story.
A paramedic has been removed from the register after faking a family emergency to get Christmas leave, exposed by social media posts. Discover the full story of her sustained dishonesty.
A London Ambulance Service paramedic was dismissed after claiming her sister was critically ill, a lie exposed by Christmas decoration photos on Facebook. Discover the full misconduct case details.
South Korea's gaming industry, once demonised, is now a £11.7bn cultural export powerhouse. Discover how esports academies and a major policy shift created a global phenomenon.
Beyond the raucous crowds and big money, elite darts players reveal a soul-destroying tour, loneliness and a loss of passion for the sport. Exclusive insight from Alexandra Palace.
The Chicago White Sox have bolstered their rebuild by signing Japanese home run record-holder Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million contract. Discover the details of the deal.
WH Smith's profits plummet to £16m as the FCA launches a formal investigation. The retailer is attempting to recover £7m in bonuses from former executives. Read the full story.
New research reveals a stark warning for UK accountants: technical prowess alone won't secure career advancement. Discover why communication and leadership are now non-negotiable.
The Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into WH Smith following accounting errors in its US division. CEO resigns as profit forecasts are slashed.
Discover 15 simple, expert-approved household tips to get your home sparkling clean before the festive season. From teabags to ketchup, learn the secrets of professional cleaners.
Discover the stories behind darts' most famous nicknames, from Luke Humphries' 'Cool Hand' to Phil Taylor's 'The Power'. How a moniker can define a player's career and brand. Read the full feature.
Justice Secretary David Lammy pledges to root out professional enablers of corruption with new funding and a global summit, targeting illicit finance in property and crypto. Read the full plan.
A professional dominatrix runs intimate classes from her home, teaching curious women the realities of BDSM for £200 a session. Discover the surprising truths behind the fantasy.
A secretive 'wild west' of high-stakes gambling sees betting accounts traded for huge sums. A court case involving a Nigel Farage associate and Brighton FC owner Tony Bloom reveals the tactics used to outwit bookmakers.
Rebecca Joynes, jailed for six-and-a-half years, could be banned from teaching for life after a panel found her conduct 'fundamentally incompatible' with the profession. Read the full details.
A damning report by the PFA exposes poor conditions for A-League Men players, including inadequate facilities and pay issues. Calls for urgent reform grow.
From guinea pigs in beards to grime carols, professional Father Christmases across the UK share the festive tunes that make their season magical – and the ones they'd rather not hear again. Discover their stories and surprising song choices.
After his father's death, Jay McGregor founded Graceful Graves, a professional grave cleaning service helping Londoners maintain their loved ones' final resting places. Discover how grief inspired a compassionate business.
Senior Ashurst lawyer Jennifer Harwood faces disciplinary tribunal over fraudulent £1,500 bicycle insurance claim. Read the full details of this professional misconduct case.
OBR analysis reveals over 2 million jobs in key UK sectors face AI automation. Discover the Treasury's response and the potential impact on the economy.
The Metropolitan Police has failed in its High Court challenge to dismiss a sergeant who made offensive comments to female colleagues. Read the full tribunal ruling details.
The UK's professional services sector avoided a targeted tax on LLPs in the Autumn Budget after intense lobbying. Discover how this decision protects a key economic contributor.
Professional women are changing their LinkedIn profiles to male identities, reporting up to 1000% increase in post visibility. Discover the algorithm controversy and expert advice for authentic career growth.
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith's accounting blunder that wiped £600m off market value. Read the latest on the retailer's strategic shift.
A South London teacher, Andrew Hardwick, faced a misconduct panel for hugging pupils and messaging them on social media while working in Vietnam. Discover the full story and the panel's decision.
A viral LinkedIn experiment reveals women dramatically increase profile views and engagement by adopting male personas and 'bro-coded' language. Discover the surprising results and LinkedIn's response.
MHA's managing director reveals plans for more mergers following recent deals as accountancy sector consolidation accelerates. Discover what's driving the rush.
MHA reports impressive 13% revenue growth to £56.1m following its London stock market debut. Discover how the accounting firm plans to expand its private equity and international services.
Former WH Smith finance director Robert Moorhead withdraws from Greggs board position following damning audit report. CEO Carl Cowling steps down after profits overstated by £30m.