Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of running a vast online fraud network from Cambodia, has been arrested and extradited to China. The US alleges his conglomerate was a front for a major criminal organisation.
The Berne Financial Services Agreement, effective 1 Jan 2026, is a major post-Brexit deal. It boosts UK-Swiss finance via mutual recognition, cutting costs and fostering growth. Discover the details.
The Princess of Asturias Foundation warns of a sophisticated TikTok fraud using AI-generated videos of Spain's future queen to solicit money. Learn how the scam works and the official response.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announces he will not seek a third term, citing a need to focus on state work amid Republican-led scrutiny of social services fraud cases. Read the latest US political developments.
The criminals behind Britain's largest ever benefits fraud, who stole £54m to fund lavish lifestyles, have been ordered to repay just a fraction. Read the shocking details.
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
Unilever is shifting half its ad budget to social media after Vaseline's viral TikTok life hacks, from cleaning shoes to fixing squeaky doors. Discover the 'social listening' strategy reshaping advertising.
France is set to introduce a social media ban for children under 15 from September 2026. The draft bill, championed by President Macron, aims to protect teens from online risks. Read the full details.
Barking and Dagenham Council is repossessing homes after discovering tenants illegally renting them on Airbnb. The council faces hurdles as the platform withholds key details.
A fraudster who posed as a police officer to steal £100,000 from vulnerable pensioners has been sentenced to six years and six months in prison. Read the full story and learn how to protect loved ones from courier fraud.
The FBI has surged personnel to Minnesota to dismantle large-scale fraud, citing a $250m Covid aid case as the 'tip of the iceberg'. Director Kash Patel alleges links to the state's Somali population, sparking political tension. Read the full story.
Discover how authentic UK creators like 'Bus Aunty' and a Cotswolds gardener are winning millions of followers as an antidote to AI-generated social media content.
Derbyshire County Council's plan to shut eight residential care homes after a failed sale has been called a 'betrayal', putting over 200 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly assessing an Australian policy that bars under-16s from platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Could the UK follow suit? Read the latest.
The chair of the Social Mobility Commission warns Keir Starmer has no coherent plan to tackle entrenched inequalities, as youth unemployment hits a three-year high. Read the exclusive report.
As Donald Trump governs via Truth Social, a platform used by only 3% of US adults, crucial details about policy, mental state, and erratic behaviour risk going unseen by the public. Explore the implications.
Founder Daniel Chu and executives of bankrupt subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings face federal fraud charges over a years-long scheme that led to a billion-dollar collapse. Read the full details.
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.
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
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.
Five Australian teenagers are legally challenging a new law banning under-16s from social media. Explore the landmark case, its arguments, and the global implications for digital rights.
Elon Musk's X platform hit with a €120m EU fine for deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency under the Digital Services Act. Read the full ruling details.
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia enforces one of the world's strictest social media bans for children under 16 this week. We explore the mental health crisis behind the law, its impact on young influencers, and the fierce debate it has ignited.
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
As society grows more isolated, children's birthday parties offer a vital chance to forge real-world connections, despite the chaos and sugar-fuelled mayhem. Discover why these events are essential.
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.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.