Dentist and children spared jail for £350k fraud
A struck-off dentist and her two children have received suspended sentences for a £350,000 dental insurance fraud at their Finchley clinic. Discover the details of the complex scam.
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Houlihan Lokey Director James Pirie Departs
James Pirie, a senior director at Houlihan Lokey, has left the investment bank. Explore the details of his departure and the firm's recent performance in London.
Mum called 'disgusting' on London school run by angry driver
A mother cycling with her children in south London was verbally attacked by a driver who called her 'irresponsible'. She shares her story as part of a campaign against abuse faced by women cyclists.
UK Finance: Tech Giants Must Help Stop £629m Fraud Epidemic
UK Finance chief warns fraud is a 'national security issue', with 66% of scams starting online. Banks spend £38bn on compliance but tech platforms must do more.
RoboCop statue unveiled in Detroit after 15-year campaign
A 3,500-pound bronze RoboCop statue now stands guard in Detroit's Eastern Market, culminating a 15-year fan-driven campaign. Discover the story behind this cinematic tribute.
CEO offers £3bn firm to flat Earth provers
Columbia Sportswear's CEO, Tim Boyle, has made an extraordinary bet: he'll hand over his £3billion company to anyone who can prove the Earth is flat. A bold marketing stunt challenges conspiracy theorists.
Croydon toddler's organ donation saves two children's lives
The parents of three-year-old Aari Patel, who died in 2016, urge people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register after his gifts saved others. Over 8,000 in the UK await transplants.
Morrisons launches 'Talking Tills' to combat loneliness
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' to encourage customer conversation, tackling UK loneliness. The scheme runs from 4-7 December amid debate over self-checkouts.
Morrisons 'Talking Tills' to Tackle Loneliness
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' for slower, chat-friendly checkouts from Dec 4-7, supporting Good Morning Britain's anti-loneliness campaign. Learn how the initiative works.
Fake nurse jailed for £170k fraud
A man who posed as a registered nurse, fraudulently earning over £170,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full details of the case.
200+ Cultural Figures Call for Marwan Barghouti's Release
Margaret Atwood, Ian McKellen and Richard Branson lead a global call to free imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, echoing the campaign that freed Nelson Mandela.
Readers Praise Metro's Award-Winning Campaign on Violence
Metro's 'This Is Not Right' campaign, highlighting violence against women, wins charity award. Readers also debate Tommy Robinson, Starmer's stance, and Rachel Reeves' Budget. Join the conversation.
800,000 UK toddlers on social media, CSJ warns
Shocking figures reveal over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Former minister Lord Nash demands a public health campaign and age limit of 16. Read the full report.
From puppy scam victim to fraud-fighting app founder
After losing £500 to a fake golden retriever breeder, Kate Margolis co-created Petproov. The app verifies sellers to combat rising UK puppy fraud, which has cost victims over £1 million.
Hotel Bathroom Door Crisis: UK Campaign Fights Back
A growing online movement, #bringbackdoors, is fighting the hotel trend of removing proper bathroom doors. Discover the privacy nightmare and the campaign restoring it.
Save the Children's 2025 Christmas Ad Mimics Coke
Save the Children's powerful 2025 Christmas advert cleverly mimics Coca-Cola's iconic trucks to highlight urgent aid needs. Discover the campaign's message and shocking child poverty research.
Mitcham wins banking hub after Lloyds branch closure
Mitcham will get a shared banking hub in 2026 after a successful community campaign overturned an initial rejection, restoring vital face-to-face services. Read the full story.
UK Boss Sold Counterfeit Plane Parts, Grounding Flights
A UK company director has pleaded guilty to a global fraud involving counterfeit aircraft engine parts, leading to hundreds of grounded flights. Full story on the aviation safety scandal.
UK's £1.1bn Loan for Mozambique Gas Project Questioned
The UK government faces criticism for a £1.1bn loan guarantee to a TotalEnergies gas project in Mozambique. Critics argue it contradicts climate pledges and raises security concerns. Read the full analysis.
Democrat wins Virginia seat on data centre platform
John McAuliff's victory in a traditionally Republican Virginia district, focusing on data centres' impact on energy bills, offers a blueprint for Democratic campaigns. Discover how local issues trumped national politics.
Metro wins prestigious award for violence against women campaign
Metro's groundbreaking 'This Is Not Right' campaign has been named Campaign Of The Year at the Write to End Violence Against Women Awards for its impactful reporting on violence against women and girls.
Global campaign demands release of Marwan Barghouti
A worldwide campaign is demanding the release of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti. As ceasefire talks continue, his family and supporters argue he's crucial for peace. Join the call for justice.
Peter Crouch, Judi Love & Olivia Attwood in Xmas Ad
Debenhams launches festive campaign featuring Peter Crouch as angel, Judi Love and Olivia Attwood in spectacular parade. Discover the magic behind this year's Christmas advert.
Fugees rapper sentenced to 14 years in prison
Former Fugees member Pras Michel convicted of money laundering and campaign finance violations after funneling millions from Malaysian financier Jho Low. Read the full story.
US Transport Chief Launches Air Travel Civility Drive
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urges passengers to improve aeroplane etiquette. Share your worst in-flight behaviour experiences with our anonymous form.
UAE's Financial Rise: FinTech and Sustainability Lead
Abu Dhabi Finance Week positions UAE as global financial hub with dual focus on FinTech innovation and sustainable finance. Discover how digital assets and green capital shape economic future.
Watch dealer jailed for £1.2m Rolex fraud
Adam Moore-Lynch sentenced to over five years for defrauding 50 victims in a £1.2m luxury watch scam. Discover the full story of the Manchester Watch Hub fraud.
Sarkozy convicted in final appeal over illegal campaign funds
France's highest court upholds Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal campaign financing, with spending nearly double legal limit. Former president must serve sentence.
Man impersonated dead mother for pension fraud
A 56-year-old Italian man is under investigation for allegedly disguising himself as his deceased mother to claim her pension. Discover the shocking details of this benefit fraud case.
TikToker fights 'unfair' yellow box fines across UK
A chartered engineer is using TikTok to challenge 'unfair' yellow box junction fines, helping drivers appeal PCNs. Discover how he's fighting back against councils.
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