Watch thief chased down by public in Marylebone
A suspected thief was chased and tackled by the victim and passersby on Margaret Street, recovering a stolen watch in a brazen daylight theft. Read the full story of community defiance.
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UK unemployment rate rises to 5.1%, a four-year peak
UK unemployment climbed to 5.1% in the three months to October, the highest rate in four years, as wage growth slowed. Young workers are disproportionately affected. Full analysis.
UK unemployment rises, youth hardest hit
UK unemployment climbs to 5.1% as labour market weakens, with youth unemployment reaching 16%. Wage growth slows amid budget speculation and business costs. Read the latest ONS data.
UK Jobless Rate Hits 5.1% as Labour Market Weakens
UK unemployment rises to a four-year high of 5.1%, with payroll numbers falling sharply. Wage growth slows, increasing pressure on the Bank of England to cut rates. Read the full analysis.
Salt Path Author Raynor Winn Denies New Family Theft Claims
Author Raynor Winn rejects new allegations she stole money from relatives, calling them a 'false narrative'. The claims follow scrutiny over her bestselling memoir, The Salt Path.
Shoplifter's bad timing at police-filled Walmart
A prolific shoplifter in Wisconsin faced an unexpected arrest after choosing to steal from a Walmart during its annual 'Shop with a Cop' event. Read the full story of the festive fail.
US Restaurant Staff: Immigrant Voices Reveal Exploitation
A new report exposes the harsh realities for immigrant restaurant staff in the US, detailing wage theft and poor conditions. Read their powerful stories and the push for change.
UK Parcel Theft Hits £666.5m: How to Protect Yourself
Parcel theft soars in the UK, with £666.5m stolen this year. Learn how 'porch pirates' operate and discover practical steps to safeguard your deliveries this Christmas.
Tesco puts chocolate bars in security boxes to fight theft
A Tesco store in East London has placed Cadbury Dairy Milk bars in locked plastic cases, highlighting extreme anti-shoplifting measures as thefts hit record highs. Read the full story.
BP cuts staff benefits despite living wage rise
BP is removing paid rest breaks and most bank holiday premiums for 5,400 UK forecourt workers, offsetting a planned living wage increase. Read the full details.
PC charged with theft from property after drugs raid
A Warwickshire police constable faces three theft charges for allegedly stealing cash and property while on duty. The case will be heard at Birmingham Crown Court.
London men charged over vehicle theft conspiracy
Two men from London have been remanded in custody, charged with conspiring to steal vehicles and commit burglary in Essex. Read the latest on this police investigation.
Michelin-starred restaurant hit by £800 meat theft
A London Michelin-starred restaurant owner speaks out after a thief stole £800 of premium meat. The Met Police investigate as the hospitality industry faces festive pressure.
Swallowed Fabergé Egg Recovered Intact After Six Days
A thief who swallowed a £14,250 Fabergé egg has 'naturally passed' the jewel to police. The unique Octopussy egg, encrusted with 183 diamonds, was recovered intact after six days. Read the full story.
Swallowed Fabergé pendant recovered by police
A unique Fabergé pendant, swallowed by a suspect, has been recovered after a six-day police watch. The £14,250 Octopussy-inspired jewel is now evidence. Read the full story.
Swallowed Fabergé pendant recovered by police
A rare, James Bond-inspired Fabergé egg pendant has been recovered by police six days after a suspect swallowed it. The £14,250 jewel was monitored until it passed naturally.
Police recover swallowed Fabergé pendant in New Zealand
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable James Bond-themed Fabergé pendant after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
Unemployment Rises Every Month Under Labour
UK unemployment has climbed to 5%, rising monthly since Labour took power. Youth and retail sectors are hardest hit. Read our analysis of the policy impact.
Man jailed for 40 months after stealing nurse's identity
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in care homes across the North East has been jailed for 40 months. Ashton Guramatunhu's fraud earned him nearly £173,000. Read the full investigation details.
Hotel Profits Fall as Costs Rise in UK and London
UK hotels face a profit squeeze as rising costs outpace increased demand and room rates. Experts warn of challenges from wage hikes and frozen tax thresholds. Read the full analysis.
Man charged for allegedly swallowing Fabergé pendant
A New Zealand man faces charges after allegedly swallowing a £20,000 Fabergé pendant from a James Bond exhibition. Read the full story of this bizarre theft.
Felicity Kendal, 79, scares off phone thieves
Actress Felicity Kendal turned have-a-go hero, scaring off phone snatchers in Chelsea. The 79-year-old described the 'appalling' crime wave and her instinctive reaction.
Hospital cleaners and porters protest over low pay
Outsourced staff at a South London hospital demonstrate for better wages, with many relying on food banks. Union threatens strike action if demands are not met.
M&B profits jump 20% amid £130m cost pressures
Mitchells & Butlers reports strong £2.7bn revenue and 20% profit growth while facing £130m cost pressures from wage hikes and inflation. Discover how pub giants navigate economic challenges.
Edinburgh's £900 festive nutcracker stolen from bar
An eight-foot nutcracker named Nolan was stolen from an Edinburgh cocktail bar, causing a catastrophic financial blow. Manager Paul Paxton speaks out. Help find the thief.
Edinburgh's £900 Nutcracker Stolen in E-Bike Heist
An eight-foot nutcracker named Nolan was stolen from an Edinburgh bar. Manager Paul Paxton calls the theft 'catastrophic'. Police are investigating the incident on George Street.
E-bike thief steals £900 Nutcracker statue in Edinburgh
A festive thief on an e-bike snatched an eight-foot Nutcracker statue from an Edinburgh bar, causing £350 damage. Police are investigating the brazen theft captured on CCTV.
UK mother charged with £30k wine theft in Virginia
A British mother-of-three faces 50 years in US prison after allegedly orchestrating an elaborate £30,000 wine theft from a Virginia restaurant while posing as an event planner.
Michelin restaurant theft: £800 meat stolen in London
A serial thief targeting Michelin-starred restaurants has stolen £800 worth of premium meat from Galvin La Chapelle. Police investigate possible connection to earlier langoustine theft.
£5 GPS tracker protects vehicles from rising theft
Protect your vehicle for just £4.99 with this Black Friday GPS tracker deal. Live tracking alerts and geofencing provide peace of mind amid rising car crime across the UK.
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