Ex-Newsom aide indicted in Becerra campaign fraud scheme
Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to Gavin Newsom, faces federal charges for allegedly conspiring to steal over $225,000 from ex-US health secretary Xavier Becerra's campaign.
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Italian 'Mystic' Faces Fraud Trial Over Virgin Mary Statue
Gisella Cardia, a self-proclaimed mystic, is set for trial over claims a Virgin Mary statue wept blood, allegedly defrauding pilgrims of €365,000. Discover the full story.
Boost Your Income by £16,000 Tax-Free
Discover five legitimate ways for UK families to generate over £16,000 of tax-free income. Expert tips from AJ Bell help you leverage allowances and reliefs you might be missing.
Dodgy Fire Sticks Lead to £1,680 Fraud Loss
Cyber experts warn that using illegal streaming devices like 'dodgy' Fire sticks is putting users at high risk of financial fraud, with average losses of £1,680. Learn how to protect yourself.
Ethics Officials Removed in Trump Ally Document Probe
Fannie Mae ethics staff were fired after investigating whether a Trump ally improperly accessed mortgage details of Letitia James and Adam Schiff. Read the full investigation.
Fraudster jailed over UK's £5.5bn Bitcoin seizure
Zhimin Qian sentenced for £5.5bn Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded 128,000 victims. Discover the full story of the UK's largest cryptocurrency seizure.
Conwoman jailed in UK's biggest Bitcoin money laundering case
Zhimin Qian, known as the 'Goddess of Wealth', sentenced to 11 years for laundering £5bn in Bitcoin after orchestrating massive investment fraud. Read the full investigation details.
AI Scams Cost UK Insurers £84k Per Fake Claim
British insurers face an unprecedented surge in AI-driven fraud, with 15% of claims now fraudulent. Discover how outdated systems are costing the industry millions and what's being done.
Ex-Police Chief In Court Over Military Service Lies
Former Northamptonshire Police chief Nick Adderley appears in court accused of fraud and misconduct over false military claims. Read the latest developments.
Prisoner Release Crisis: Lammy Faces Backlash
Foreign Secretary David Lammy confronts mounting pressure as government's prisoner early release plan sparks security concerns and political turmoil.
Dad's driving test Bluetooth scam ends in court
A London father's elaborate scheme to cheat his driving theory test using hidden technology resulted in a criminal conviction and driving ban, serving as a stark warning to test-takers.
London Doctor Jailed for NHS £268k Fraud
A South London GP has been sentenced to prison after admitting to a sophisticated fraud that drained nearly £270,000 from the NHS through fake invoices and false claims.
UK phone giants unite to block scam calls
Major UK mobile providers join forces in landmark agreement to combat number spoofing fraud that costs Britons millions annually. New security measures coming 2025.
UK launches banking scheme for homeless people
A pioneering government initiative will connect homeless individuals with basic bank accounts, tackling financial exclusion and helping vulnerable people rebuild their lives.
Australia's Free Solar Power Scheme to Cut Household Bills
Groundbreaking government initiative will provide free solar installations to thousands of Australian homes, offering significant relief from soaring electricity costs while accelerating the nation's renewable energy transition.
Irish sports star jailed for faking cancer with iPhone cable
Former Irish athletics star Kenneth O'Sullivan sentenced to prison after pretending to have terminal cancer and using iPhone cable to fake medical procedures in elaborate deception.
DJ Carey's €400k fake cancer scam shocks Ireland
Irish sporting legend DJ Carey faces sentencing after admitting to defrauding friends of €400,000 by pretending to have pancreatic cancer in an elaborate deception.
Private Credit: Financial Saviour or Modern Ponzi?
As private credit reshapes global finance, experts debate whether this $2.1 trillion market represents genuine innovation or a ticking time bomb for investors.
HMRC Tax Refund Scam: Protect Your Money
Exclusive investigation reveals how criminals are exploiting HMRC's repayment system, leaving thousands of taxpayers out of pocket. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated fraud.
Fake Weight Loss Jabs Scam Exposed in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals how British consumers are being targeted by sophisticated fraudsters selling counterfeit weight loss injections online, with experts warning of serious health risks.
Rwanda Scheme Reimagined: The Community Making It Work
A unique cultural partnership between a Welsh village and Rwanda is challenging political narratives and creating an unexpected success story that's winning hearts across Britain.
North London Fury Over ULEZ Amnesty Extension
Furious North London residents are demanding answers after TfL quietly extended the ULEZ scrappage scheme amnesty period, leaving many feeling betrayed and questioning the scheme's true intentions.
Bank shares jump despite motor finance scandal fears
Despite mounting concerns over a potential £16bn motor finance mis-selling scandal and fraud allegations reminiscent of Madoff, London's banking shares demonstrate remarkable resilience with significant gains across the sector.
World Athletics loses $1.3M in employee theft scandal
Shocking internal investigation reveals systematic fraud within athletics' governing body as employees siphon millions over decade.
ECHR Blocks Rwanda Deportations: What You Need to Know
The European Court of Human Rights has halted the UK's controversial Rwanda deportation scheme. Discover how this international court impacts UK immigration policy and what happens next.
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in funding clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial National Disability Insurance Scheme talks with Mark Butler, escalating tensions over funding and reforms.
India's Cybercrime Villages: From Farming to Fraud
An exclusive investigation reveals how entire villages in India have abandoned traditional farming for sophisticated online scamming operations, creating a multi-million pound criminal industry targeting victims worldwide.
50,000 zombie knives seized in UK crackdown
New government figures reveal a dramatic increase in zombie knives and machetes removed from UK streets, with nearly 50,000 seized or surrendered in the past year alone.
Democrat Kat Abughazaleh Indicted on Federal Charges
Congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh faces federal indictment for campaign finance violations and obstruction, creating political turmoil in Virginia's Democratic primary.
NFL's Cam Ward Targeted in Identity Theft Scam
Miami Dolphins quarterback Cam Ward becomes victim of sophisticated identity theft scheme involving fraudulent credit cards and bank accounts opened in his name, sparking NFL security concerns.
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