FCA investigates WH Smith over £600m accounting error
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith accounting blunder that wiped £600m off value. Retailer shifts focus to travel hubs after high street sale.
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WH Smith CEO quits after major US accounting blunder
WH Smith's CEO steps down immediately after a £50m accounting error in its North American division slashes profits and wipes nearly £600m from market value. Discover the full story behind the retail giant's crisis.
WH Smith CEO quits after US profit warning
WH Smith CEO Carl Cowling steps down following a £50m US accounting error. Interim leader appointed as profits plummet. Read the full story on the retail giant's crisis.
WH Smith CEO steps down in US accounting probe
WH Smith CEO Carl Cowling resigns after a Deloitte probe uncovers a £50m profit overstatement in its US division. The group issues another profit warning. Read the full story.
B&M Finance Chief Quits After Accounting Blunder
B&M's finance director resigns following a significant accounting error that forced the retailer to issue a profit warning and wiped millions from its market value.
B&M profit warning after accounting error
B&M's finance director warns of significant profit impact following a serious accounting error that's rocked the discount retail giant, sending shares tumbling.
Barrister investigated for using AI in legal research
A London barrister is under investigation after admitting to using ChatGPT for legal research in a professional negligence case, raising questions about AI's role in the legal profession.
MoJ fails to file receipts for £1.1bn spending
Shocking audit reveals Ministry of Justice failed to provide receipts for billions in taxpayer money, raising serious questions about financial oversight.
China Spy Probe Witness Statements Security Breach
Exclusive: Key witness statements in parliamentary investigation into alleged Chinese espionage have been improperly handled, creating potential security vulnerabilities and political fallout.
Labour spin chief's son arrested in fraud probe
Exclusive: Police investigate financial syndicate collapse run by Alastair Campbell's son as investors face significant losses in high-profile London case.
FBI launches corruption probe in Mississippi with multiple raids
Federal investigators have descended on Jackson, Mississippi, executing search warrants in a sweeping corruption investigation targeting local government officials and their associates.
Cleveland Mayor Faces FAA Probe Over Private Jet Use
Cleveland's mayor faces federal investigation after allegedly using city resources for personal travel to Baltimore, sparking outrage and potential legal consequences.
SEC probes universities over foreign funding transparency
Major American universities including Texas A&M and University of Texas face federal investigation over alleged failures to disclose substantial foreign funding, particularly from China and Qatar.
FBI raids NYC Mayor Adams in campaign finance probe
FBI agents have seized electronic devices from New York City Mayor Eric Adams in a dramatic investigation into potential illegal campaign contributions from Turkey.
Boris Johnson investigated over Saudi Arabia trip
The former Prime Minister is under investigation by ACOBA for failing to seek approval before accepting a speaking engagement in Riyadh, raising fresh questions about post-government conduct.
Nobel Peace Prize betting scandal investigation launched
A major investigation is underway into alleged betting irregularities surrounding the Nobel Peace Prize nominations after a complete unknown surprisingly beat Donald Trump to the prestigious award.
Football Club Rocked by Child Porn Allegations After Party
A suburban football club's end-of-season celebration takes a sinister turn as police investigate both party misconduct and disturbing child pornography allegations involving a club official.
Trump's Detroit Property Faces Congressional Investigation
Former President Donald Trump faces intensified investigation as House Democrats demand documents related to his Detroit property, claiming potential financial misconduct.
Florida Democrat Accused of Sabotaging Trump Military Probe
Florida Democrat Congresswoman Jared Moskowitz faces explosive allegations of attempting to derail investigations into Donald Trump's military record requests during his presidency. New revelations suggest political interference in national security matte
Sydney councillor resigns amid ICAC corruption probe
Strathfield Councillor Ibrahim Helmy steps down following ICAC investigation into claims he helped developers bypass planning rules in exchange for benefits, sending shockwaves through local government.
NSW official hid in cupboard during corruption probe
Shocking revelations emerge as a senior NSW government official admits to concealing themselves in a cupboard during a corruption investigation into alleged multi-million dollar kickbacks, exposing serious misconduct within the public sector.
Judge under criminal investigation after suspicious house fire
A prominent South Carolina judge faces criminal investigation after his house was destroyed in a blaze authorities are treating as suspicious, with the probe examining potential financial irregularities.
Tampa Mayor's aide under investigation
A senior staff member in Mayor Jane Castor's Tampa administration faces internal investigation, sending shockwaves through Florida's political landscape.
Texas Lawyers Face DOJ Civil Rights Investigation
The US Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into legal professionals in McAllen, Texas, following serious allegations of misconduct and rights violations against local residents.
Gabbard demands criminal probe into ex-CIA chief Brennan
Former Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard calls for a criminal investigation into John Brennan, accusing the former CIA Director of lying to Congress about the Trump-Russia dossier.
AOC Under Bribery Probe for Met Gala Tickets
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee over claims she improperly accepted VIP tickets to the Met Gala. The probe follows a bombshell complaint from former ICE Director Tom Homan.
Trump's 'Border Czar' Tom Homan Under FBI Bribery Probe
Ex-Trump immigration chief Tom Homan faces a federal bribery probe, accused of leveraging his government role for personal gain. The FBI investigation scrutinises his post-government dealings.
Strictly Come Dancing Crisis: Scandals, Arrests and the Curse
From cheating admissions to serious police probes, the 'Strictly Come Dancing' glitterball is losing its shine. An exclusive look at the controversies plaguing the family favourite.
NY AG Letitia James Faces Ethics Probe Over Court Conduct
US Attorney Erik Siebert files a misconduct complaint against New York Attorney General Letitia James, triggering a formal investigation by a state ethics committee over alleged unprofessional behaviour during a high-profile fraud trial.
CMA Launches Probe into Nationwide-Virgin Money Merger
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a formal 'phase 1' investigation into the proposed £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money by Nationwide Building Society, scrutinising potential impacts on consumer choice and competition.
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