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Poland's UOKiK has penalized companies in the renewable energy sector for misleading advertising practices that exploited consumer fear.

Maie Kärmas, who became well-known through the show 'Kuuuurija' for her struggle over missing money from a house sale, passed away on March 21.

A controversial retail chain claims it sells packages, not products, amidst criticism regarding its ecological impact and consumer protection.

The Italian government's cut in excise duties on fuel is being implemented slowly, with discounts at the pump not reaching the anticipated 25 cents per liter.

The AGU has urgently requested data from Senacon regarding recent fuel price hikes in Brazil, seeking to investigate potential abuses by distributors.

The Brazilian government has notified three of the four largest fuel distributors for unjustified price hikes, applying 36 sanctions including fines and prohibitions.

Consumer complaints about high fuel prices prompted an inspection by Procon-AC, resulting in irregularities at 20 out of 40 gas stations checked in the state of Acre.

Following the onset of the war against Iran, Campinas has seen 18 complaints regarding potentially abusive fuel prices lodged with its consumer protection agency, Procon.

The Ontario government is set to introduce legislation that prohibits the resale of tickets at prices exceeding their original cost.

Latvia's Consumer Rights Protection Center (PTAC) found that 60% of prices in stores were incorrectly labeled, leading to penalties for three businesses totaling 1,000 euros.

A new survey shows that Finns are willing to invest in sunglasses, highlighting their role in style and eye protection as spring approaches.

A recent report by the Consumer Rights Protection Center in Latvia reveals that 60% of checked product prices do not comply with regulations.

Procon in Sorocaba, Brazil has received over 40 complaints regarding sudden increases in fuel prices amid rumors of potential shortages.

All fuel stations in Cuiabá must provide explanations for recent price increases, as mandated by the local consumer protection agency Procon.

Two gas stations in Brazil have been fined for illegal fuel price hikes during an operation in João Pessoa and Cabedelo.

Authorities in Iceland are warning about suspicious emails claiming consumers will suffer damage to their electronic data if they do not take immediate action.

A report reveals aggressive sales tactics employed by home sellers targeting the elderly, often leading to exorbitant charges and deceptive practices.

In 2025, Estonia recalled 228 tons of products that did not comply with EU food safety regulations following alerts from the European Commission.

Authorities are inspecting gas stations and distributors in João Pessoa to investigate unjustified increases in fuel prices.

A French appeals court has denied the government's request to suspend the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein following concerns over the sale of unauthorized products.

A merchant in Duque de Caxias, Brazil, was arrested for selling a ton of expired chocolate and for tampering with product packaging to mislead consumers.

A Paris appeals court has denied the French government's attempt to suspend the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein over controversial listings including child-like sex dolls and banned weapons.

Manitoba has become the first province in Canada to introduce legislation preventing suppliers from charging higher prices based on algorithmic pricing.

A BBC expert warns about the risks of using cash for payments as many shops move to electronic transactions.

The Finnish Consumer and Competition Authority is investigating unfair sales tactics directed at elderly consumers in home renovation services.

The article discusses how internet scammers exploit people through unremovable dating site subscriptions and fraudulent cash-on-delivery scams.

A study reveals that elderly people are aggressively targeted for unnecessary home repairs and products, resulting in financial losses and fear.

The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte has initiated a procedure to investigate potential abusive practices related to the recent hikes in gasoline and diesel prices in the state.

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa indicates that the planned excess profit tax for fuel traders will be considerable, with specific percentages yet to be determined.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of consumer protection during the World Consumer Rights Day celebration.

The ANP, in collaboration with consumer protection agencies, conducted inspections of fuel stations across nine states in Brazil to identify abusive pricing practices for diesel fuel.

The Federal Police in Brazil has initiated an investigation into potentially abusive pricing practices in the fuel market.

An operation by Brazil's Consumer National Secretariat identified signs of abusive fuel price increases at 29 gas stations in the Federal District.

The Manitoba government is proposing a bill to ban predatory pricing practices in grocery stores, ensuring shoppers pay the same price regardless of personal data use.

Banks topped the list of consumer complaints in Campinas, Brazil, according to a 2025 report from the municipal Procon.

A traveler faced disappointment when a luxury five-star hotel did not meet expectations, leading to a complaint to the consumer protection agency.

João Pires, the municipal secretary of Consumer Protection in Rio de Janeiro, survived an attempted robbery on a highway where he crashed his vehicle while fleeing.

Fifteen percent of fuel stations inspected in Campo Grande were fined after a quality operation revealed 34% of fuel pumps were not up to standards.

João Pires, the municipal Secretary of Consumer Protection, reported an incident where he was pursued by criminals while driving on the Amaral Peixoto Highway.

The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) of Latvia has limited access to the online store "iizii.eu", operated by Estonian company "VSBusiness", due to multiple consumer complaints about unfair commercial practices.

The consumer protection agency Procon RN has fined gas stations in Natal for applying unjustified price increases above the acquisition costs of fuel.

Icelandic authorities have confiscated more than 600,000 counterfeit toys during a recent crackdown.

The UK is set to remove the £100 cap on contactless card payments starting March 19, allowing for higher transactions but raising concerns about potential fraud and debt risks.

Flybondi has faced operational issues once again, resulting in a significant fine and flight cancellations due to unfit aircraft.

The Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) expresses skepticism about the proposal to transfer the supervision of non-bank lenders to the Bank of Latvia, unlike other coalition partners.

Procon Boa Vista has launched an inspection of gas stations in Roraima's capital following a recent spike in gasoline prices.

A federal judge dismissed a $100,000 lawsuit filed by a German tourist against a New York taqueria over its salsa being too spicy.

The German government is drafting a new law regulating fuel price adjustments at gas stations amidst current global conditions.

The article discusses a case of debit card fraud that occurred without the physical use of the card, raising concerns about data security.

Gasoline and diesel prices have surged dramatically in Pará, Brazil, prompting consumer protection authorities to investigate local gas stations for price gouging.