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Mother jailed for faking cancer to scam friends £45k

A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.

Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam

Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.

UK's Longest-Staying Rescue Dog Waits 644 Days for Home

An eight-year-old terrier named Teddy has become the UK's longest-staying rescue dog, spending 644 days in kennels at the RSPCA's Bath Cats and Dogs Home despite being described as a 'lovely boy' with a 'heart of gold'.

UK's Oldest Cat Flossie Dies Aged Nearly 28

The cat rescue community is in mourning following the death of Flossie, a venerable brown and black tabby recognised as the UK's oldest cat. Adopted in her twilight years, Flossie's remarkable story captured hearts worldwide.

Trump Slapped with £328m Fine in NY Fraud Case

New York's Attorney General Letitia James slams former President Donald Trump with a colossal £328 million penalty for decades of systemic financial fraud, marking a seismic legal and financial blow.

Blind Kitten Sisters Peanut & Jelly Find Forever Home

The heartwarming story of Peanut and Jelly, two inseparable blind kitten sisters, has culminated in a joyous adoption. Rescued by the RSPCA, their bond ensured they found a loving home together in a tale that's captured the nation's heart.

Mother Cat Adopts Orphaned Puppy in UK

A heart-melting story from the UK reveals a mother cat who has adopted an orphaned puppy, nursing and caring for the unlikely duo alongside her own kitten. This extraordinary display of animal instinct and compassion is captivating the nation.

Rescue Dog Returned to Shelter After Just 24 Hours

Staff at a UK rescue centre are devastated after a seven-year-old dog, Duke, was returned within a day of being adopted, with the new owners citing trivial reasons for his swift return.

Stray Cat Adopts UK Woman In Heartwarming Takeover

A mysterious stray cat in the UK has chosen his forever human, refusing to leave a woman's home in an extraordinary display of feline affection. Discover the purr-fect story of unexpected companionship.

Millie Bobby Brown Sparks Gen Z Pet Adoption Boom

Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown is driving a remarkable trend in pet adoption, with experts and shelters reporting a 'Millie effect' as her social media influence inspires a generation to choose rescue animals.

UK Alert: 6 Dangerous Scams Targeting Your Family

Exclusive guide to the six most dangerous financial scams circulating in the UK. Learn how to protect yourself and vulnerable loved ones from sophisticated fraudsters. Essential reading for every household.

AI Voice Cloning Scams Sweep UK: How to Protect Yourself

Exclusive: A shocking new wave of AI-powered voice cloning scams is sweeping the nation, with criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate loved ones. Experts warn this sophisticated fraud is 'here to stay' as cases surge. Learn the red flags and ho

Millie Bobby Brown & Jake Bongiovi's Baby Stroll

Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown and husband Jake Bongiovi were spotted enjoying a tender family moment during a stroll with their baby daughter in Los Angeles, fuelling further speculation about their journey to parenthood.

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