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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Warning about the online store 'iizii.eu'

ECC Latvia has reported an increase in complaints against the online store 'iizii.eu', prompting consumer warnings about potential issues with orders and refunds.

Feb 25 • 21:24 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

PHOTO: Hundreds of calls a day and dozens of complaints: furniture store "N1 Home" under scrutiny

The online furniture store "N1 Home" in Latvia faces scrutiny due to numerous customer complaints about unfulfilled orders and delayed refunds.

Feb 25 • 08:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has put the furniture and interior goods online store in the spotlight

The PTAC is investigating online store www.n1home.lv due to consumer complaints regarding delayed deliveries and issues with refunds on purchases.

Feb 24 • 08:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Parasites found in guinea pig bought from a store. Complaints have also been received by the Agricultural and Food Authority regarding the health status of pets purchased from pet stores.

A consumer in Estonia discovered parasites in a guinea pig purchased from a local store, leading to additional complaints regarding pet health from the Agricultural and Food Authority.

Feb 23 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Katariina bought a hit product: A surprise awaited at the package machine – Now Lyko speaks

A Finnish consumer encountered a surprise when her order of hair oil froze in the package machine due to cold weather, sparking discussions with the retailer Lyko about similar complaints.

Feb 20 • 18:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Complaints Against Health Plans and Operators Reach Highest Level in 12 Years

Complaints against health plans and operators in Brazil have reached a historic high, driven by issues such as coverage denials and delays in reimbursements.

Feb 20 • 01:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Travel company in Fortaleza is reported by customers for alleged abusive practices

A travel company in Fortaleza, MVC Férias, has received customer complaints for alleged abusive sales practices, including pressuring customers to buy packages and difficulties in canceling them.

Feb 19 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Complaints about data leaks spike in the interior of SP; learn how to protect yourself

Complaints regarding the misuse and sharing of personal and financial data have surged in São Paulo, Brazil, exceeding 8,500 reports in 2025.

Feb 19 • 10:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Important changes for bank and insurance customers. It's about complaints

The article discusses recent changes in the rules for handling financial complaints in Poland, aimed at simplifying the complaint process for customers.

Feb 14 • 14:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Is your energy bill too high? Here's how to complain to your supplier'

The article offers guidance on how consumers can effectively complain to their energy supplier regarding high energy bills and unresolved issues.

Feb 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTO ⟩ "Gray mass on the plate!" Maxima meat enrages customer and sparks fierce debate

Consumers are once again disappointed with the Maxima meat counter after one customer's social media post about a Well Done steak sparked a heated discussion about product quality and expectations for packaged meat.

Feb 13 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After frequent power outages, the Public Ministry of DF opens an investigation to demand explanations from Neoenergia

The Public Ministry of the Federal District has initiated an investigation into Neoenergia's electricity supply failures in response to numerous consumer complaints about power outages.

Feb 11 • 20:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

EFET: Recall of Unsafe Jelly-type Foods - The Reason

The Greek food authority EFET has recalled unsafe jelly-type foods that contain psychoactive substances following consumer complaints and laboratory testing.

Feb 10 • 11:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CBN, NCC propose instant refunds for failed airtime, data

The Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communications Commission have proposed that customers should receive instant refunds within 30 seconds for failed airtime and data purchases to address ongoing complaints.

Feb 10 • 00:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon finds spoiled food for sale in supermarket; video

Fortaleza's consumer defense agency found spoiled food being sold at a supermarket following consumer complaints.

Feb 9 • 19:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Test of the used 'Audi Q3' (from 2018): is it reliable and what do its drivers complain about?

This article reviews the reliability and potential issues of the second-generation Audi Q3, highlighting complaints from drivers regarding cheaper materials used in its interior compared to the first generation.

Feb 9 • 17:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish Consumers Complained Most About Flights to the European Consumer Center

Finnish consumer complaints to the European Consumer Center saw a 9% increase in 2025, with one-fifth of concerns related to air travel.

Feb 9 • 13:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Is there an error in the energy billing? People can complain, but preferably in writing

Czech citizens are advised to file any complaints regarding errors in their energy bills in writing to ensure proper resolution.

Feb 9 • 08:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Banks and telecommunications companies lead complaint rankings in Uberlândia; see

The 2025 consumer complaints ranking by Procon in Uberlândia shows that banks received about 50% of the total complaints, with telecommunications companies also being significant contributors to consumer dissatisfaction.

Feb 8 • 18:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Complaints of non-contracted payroll loans at INSS grow 113% in 2025

The number of complaints regarding non-contracted payroll loans from INSS surged 113% in 2025, with 19,888 cases reported, according to the National Consumer Secretary of the Ministry of Justice and Public Security.

Feb 5 • 15:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

The Top Dispute in Pet Shop Adoption is 'Disease and Death'...High Membership Fees are also a Problem

A report reveals that over half of consumer complaints regarding pet adoptions stem from issues related to the pets' health or death, with high membership fees also contributing to disputes.

Feb 5 • 05:10 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

The questionable business model of the rising car subscription star

The car subscription provider Finn is gaining success with nearly unbeatable prices and a comprehensive care package, yet faces increasing customer complaints and legal challenges from consumer protection advocates as investigations reveal the depth of the issues.

Feb 4 • 16:58 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
Life & Tech

Pepsi will cut prices on Lay's, Cheetos by as much as 15%

PepsiCo is reducing the prices of its chip brands, including Lay's and Cheetos, by up to 15% in response to consumer complaints about high prices.

Feb 3 • 15:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Such wool sweaters are becoming increasingly popular, but they have one problem

Although these wool sweaters are in high demand, many customers complain about a specific issue after purchase.

Feb 3 • 12:07 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

The number of complaints about Christmas gifts in Vysočina has significantly decreased. People usually buy gifts from wish lists

Complaints regarding Christmas gifts in Vysočina have notably declined as people increasingly purchase gifts based on wish lists.

Jan 2 • 10:58 UTC

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