Urgent Bank Warning Over 'Hi Mum' Text Scam
NatWest issues an urgent alert as a new wave of sophisticated 'Hi Mum' and 'Hi Dad' scams targets British families, with fraudsters stealing thousands by impersonating relatives in distress.
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Shocking New Bank Scam Drains Accounts Without Detection
UK banking customers are being targeted by sophisticated 'withdrawal' scam that bypasses security. Victims report losing thousands as fraudsters exploit system loopholes. Essential reading to protect your savings.
"Marcus" Fake Profile Scams Thousands on UK Dating Apps
Exclusive investigation reveals how a sophisticated catfishing operation, using stolen photos of a man named Marcus, has targeted and emotionally manipulated thousands of singles across Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble in a massive UK dating scam.
Commonwealth Bank outage locks millions out of online banking
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) customers were left stranded as a planned maintenance event spiralled into a full-scale online and app banking outage, disrupting payments and access for millions.
UK Job Scam Alert: Fake Flexible Work Offers Target Jobseekers
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated SMS job scams targeting UK jobseekers with fake 'flexible work' offers. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect yourself from financial fraud.
Urgent UK Warning Over New 'Friend in Need' Social Media Scam
Action Fraud issues a critical alert over a sophisticated new 'Friend in Need' scam circulating on Facebook and Instagram, urging users to verify any financial requests to avoid devastating losses.
Romance Scam Crisis: Victims Lose £12k on Average
Exclusive data from Lloyds Bank exposes the devastating rise of romance scams, with victims losing over £12,000 each. Learn the crucial red flags to protect yourself from emotional and financial devastation.
Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags
Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.
Police Alert: Taylor Swift Scam Targets Southport Fans
Merseyside Police alert Taylor Swift fans in Southport about a sophisticated 'get-rich-quick' scam exploiting the singer's Eras Tour, with victims already reporting significant losses.
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.
Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev Detained in Georgia
Simon Leviev, the infamous conman known as the 'Tinder Swindler', has been detained in Georgia. Wanted by Interpol for multi-million dollar romance scams across Europe, his arrest marks a major victory for international law enforcement.
Kickboxer mum fakes cancer to swindle ex in evil scam
A mother-of-four and competitive kickboxer has been exposed for faking a terminal cancer diagnosis to con her former partner out of thousands of pounds in a despicable fraud.
Veteran and Church Deacon Arrested in Major Charity Fraud
Rony Denis, a US Army veteran and church deacon, faces federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a massive fraud scheme, diverting over £1.2 million from a veterans charity to fund a lavish personal lifestyle.
Student's £1,200 Fake Uber Nightmare in Leeds
A 21-year-old student from Leeds was defrauded of £1,200 after falling victim to a sophisticated fake Uber scam. Learn how the con unfolded and the crucial safety tips to protect yourself.
Bank Scam Warning: Your Savings Could Vanish in Seconds
Exclusive: Brits are being targeted by sophisticated 'safe account' scams that drain life savings instantly. Victims reveal horror stories as banks refuse refunds. Learn how to protect yourself NOW.
Urgent UK Warning: iPhone Scam Draining Bank Accounts
UK banking customers are being targeted by a sophisticated iPhone scam draining PayPal and bank accounts. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this alarming new threat.
Barclays App Outage: Customers Locked Out of Accounts
Barclays customers were left furious and financially stranded after a major outage in the banking app and online service blocked access to accounts and halted payments for hours.
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.
NHS surgeon jailed for £1.2m fraud involving leg amputations
A former NHS consultant surgeon has been sentenced to prison for faking a life-changing accident to fraudulently claim £1.2 million in insurance payouts, in a shocking case of medical professional deception.
Lloyds warns 3000 staff: Improve performance or face sack
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group has issued formal warnings to 3000 employees, stating they face dismissal unless performance improves significantly, in one of the UK's largest workforce restructuring moves.
NatWest to close 26 bank branches in 2024
High street giant NatWest Group announces another wave of closures, shutting 26 branches across England, Scotland, and Wales in 2024, citing a dramatic shift to online banking.
Tinder Swindler's Chilling Confession: How I Conned Women
A self-proclaimed 'Tinder Swindler' reveals the intricate lies and psychological manipulation he used to con women out of thousands, exposing the dark side of modern dating.
TSB Banking App Crashes in Major Nationwide Outage
TSB's mobile banking app and online services have been hit by a major outage, leaving frustrated customers unable to access their money. The high street bank is investigating the technical meltdown.
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.
HSBC ordered to repay £50k after pensioner scam failure
A retired NHS nurse from London lost her entire life savings in an authorised push payment scam. The Financial Ombudsman Service has now ruled HSBC must refund Katrina Harrison £50,000 after the bank's security systems failed to prevent the fraud.
NatWest Manager Jailed for £344,000 Branch Theft
A trusted NatWest manager who brazenly stole £344,000 from his own bank vault in a meticulously planned daytime robbery has been jailed for three years and four months.
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
HSBC and First Direct Hit Major Online Banking Outage
Thousands of HSBC and First Direct customers across the UK were unable to access their online and mobile banking services due to a significant technical outage, with the bank issuing an apology and working to resolve the 'ERR03' error.
HSBC Banking App Crashes, Locking Out Thousands of UK Users
Thousands of HSBC UK customers were left unable to access their money as the banking giant's app and online services suffered a major crash. Frustrated users took to social media to report issues with logins, transactions, and balance checks.
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