Online Gambling Glitch, Protein Products, Counterfeit Books

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Dozens of Gala Bingo customers have written to us to say that their winnings on a recent promotion were removed. Gala Bingo say that this is because a computer glitch paid out money in error. We hear from a couple that both lost nearly £8,000. According to the government, seven per cent of adults in the UK report high levels of loneliness. It’s why a growing number of people are joining clubs and societies. Members clubs in London in particular are growing in numbers and appealing to younger and more diverse demographics. What was your first part time job? For many young people, part-time and seasonal work is a rite of passage. However, its getting a lot harder to find these jobs. According to UK Hospitality, job postings for temporary work in hospitality this summer are down 25 per cent year-on-year – with more than 20,000 fewer vacancies than this time last year. According to online supermarket Ocado, searches for ‘high protein’ have doubled in the year to March, with 40 per cent of people increasing their protein intake. You can now find everything from protein crisps to protein cheesecake, with much of it marketed as being a healthier option. However, is it? The comedian Rhys James has an autobiography coming out this month. Ahead of its release he highlighted the many fake versions of the book available on Amazon. He's not the only celebrity or public figure with fake books about him on the platform, many of which look to be written by AI. We hear from someone that has bought one of them, and boxing commentator Steve Bunce, who had one of the books written about him. PRODUCER - CHARLIE FILMER-COURT PRESENTER - WINIFRED ROBINSON