Cowboy builder jailed for £100k extension fraud
A Derbyshire family was conned out of £98,000 by a cowboy builder who left their home in ruins. Michael Parr, 55, was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. Read the full story.
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Builder jailed for £100k fraud leaving home in ruins
A Derbyshire couple lost £100,000 to a rogue builder, leaving their home uninhabitable. The stress contributed to a miscarriage. Read their warning to others.
Perfect Builder's Brew: Survey Reveals New Recipe
The classic 'builder's brew' gets a modern makeover. New research reveals tradespeople prefer a shorter steep time and cooler temperature. Discover the perfect cuppa recipe here.
Cowboy builder jailed for £200k homeowner fraud
A fraudulent builder who preyed on vulnerable homeowners, including a woman whose father had just died, has been sentenced to prison after conning victims out of nearly £200,000 through shoddy work and false promises.
Builder Gel Manicures: Lasting Nail Perfection
Discover why builder gel polish is revolutionising nail care in the UK. Get stronger, longer-lasting manicures with our ultimate guide to this game-changing nail treatment.
Waterloo Road actor jailed for builder fraud scam
Former Waterloo Road actor Zachary Sutcliffe has been sentenced to prison after running a fraudulent building business that left customers thousands out of pocket while pretending to be a successful BBC star.
Dating app builder scammer jailed for £100k fraud
A fraudulent builder who used dating apps to prey on vulnerable women has been sentenced to prison after cheating customers out of more than £100,000 in a sophisticated scam operation.
Builder dies after falling through children's centre skylight
A 38-year-old construction worker died after falling through a fragile skylight while carrying out repairs at a children's centre in Buckinghamshire, an inquest has heard.
DJ sues builder for £200k over 'bricked' festival performances
Top DJ Ben Malone takes builder to High Court over alleged botched renovation that left him unable to perform at major festivals including Glastonbury.
Dog Walker Pushed in Front of Bus in Central London Attack
A dog walker was left with serious injuries after a shocking attack in Westminster, where a man allegedly pushed her into the path of an oncoming bus. Police are hunting for the suspect.
Cowboy builder jailed for £36k scam on disabled children's family
A fraudulent builder who preyed on a vulnerable family, leaving them with a leaking roof and vanishing with £36,000, has been sentenced to prison after splurging their money on nightclubs.
British girl, 8, injured in shark attack at Belgian resort
An eight-year-old British girl was seriously injured in a shark attack at a luxury Belgian resort. The child was swimming when the predator struck, prompting a major emergency response.
Cowboy Builder Jailed for £65k Family Home Scam
A rogue builder who left a family's dream home in ruins and stole £65,000 has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of contractor fraud.
British tourists injured in Turkey hotel explosion
Shocking footage captures the moment a massive explosion tears through a Turkish hotel, injuring British tourists and sparking panic. An investigation into the gas blast is now underway.
Builder cleared in Banksy theft case: 'Thought it was rubbish'
A builder accused of stealing a Banksy artwork worth over £500,000 has been cleared of all charges after a court heard he believed it was discarded rubbish. The full story behind the high-profile Islington case.
Celebrity Hotspot Reopens After Horror Soho Crash
The Ivy Soho Brasserie, a favourite among celebrities, has reopened its doors just weeks after a terrifying vehicle crash injured a TV star and damaged the iconic facade. Get the full story on the reopening and the shocking incident.
Pennsylvania Police Officers Shot in York County Confrontation
Two Pennsylvania police officers were shot and wounded during a domestic disturbance call in York County. The suspect was killed in an exchange of gunfire. Latest on this developing story.
Builder stole £250k Banksy print for home gallery
A builder stands accused of stealing a rare, heart-themed Banksy print valued at a quarter of a million pounds from a social club to add to his private collection of 'Love'-themed artworks.
26 Met Police Officers Injured in London Migrant Protest
Violence erupted as far-right protesters clashed with Metropolitan Police outside a London hotel housing asylum seekers. Twenty-six officers were injured, and arrests were made in scenes described as 'utterly shocking'.
British tourist's 60ft cliff plunge in California
Shocking details emerge as Maxwell Haworth, a British tourist, suffers catastrophic injuries after a 60-foot fall from a fragile sandstone cliff on a California beach. A carefree holiday moment turned into a desperate fight for survival, sparking urgent s
Cowboy double glazing contractor jailed for £18k scam
A rogue trader who left a pensioner's home uninhabitable with botched double glazing work has been sentenced to prison. Read the shocking details of this £18,000 scam.
Portuguese Matador Gored in Horrific Bullring Attack
Dramatic footage captures the terrifying moment Portuguese bullfighter Marco António is brutally gored by a bull during a corrida in Portugal. The matador was hospitalised with severe injuries following the brutal attack.
Zookeeper critically injured in lion attack at Safari World
A zookeeper at Bangkok's Safari World is fighting for his life after a brutal mauling by a lion during a routine feeding, raising urgent questions about safety protocols at the popular tourist attraction.
Off-Duty Police Sergeant Attacked Outside Sydney Pub
An off-duty police sergeant was brutally attacked outside a Sydney pub, sustaining serious facial injuries. The alleged assailant, a 25-year-old man, has been charged with assaulting an officer.
Charlie Kirk Shooting: Utah Event Attack Leaves Multiple Injured
Shocking scenes unfolded at a Utah event as right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk was shot at, with reporters caught in the crossfire. Latest updates on the investigation and political fallout.
Teacher injured in Southport attacks shunned by community
A teacher seriously injured in the Southport knife attacks faces a devastating double trauma: recovery from her physical wounds and rejection by the community she helped build, a safeguarding inquiry has been told.
British tourists injured in Lisbon tram crash
Exclusive report on the Lisbon tram accident that left multiple British tourists hospitalised. Details on the rescue operation, eyewitness accounts, and the ongoing investigation into the cause.
British tourist injured in Lisbon funicular crash derailment
A British tourist was injured after a historic Lisbon funicular dramatically derailed, crashing into a shop in the Portuguese capital. Emergency services responded to the major incident.
Harry Styles Sparks Fury Over Mystery Bandaged Hand & Bruises
Pop superstar Harry Styles has sent his devoted fanbase into a panic after being photographed with a heavily bandaged hand and mysterious bruises, sparking intense online backlash and concern for his wellbeing.
Florida Doctor Mauled by Eight-Foot Alligator in Night Attack
A Florida doctor is fighting for his life after a brutal alligator attack during a late-night hunt. The shocking incident raises urgent questions about human-wildlife conflict in the Sunshine State.
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