Woman finds £2,000 Valentino bag in charity shop
A savvy shopper discovered a designer Valentino bag worth nearly £2,000 in a London charity shop for just £250. Her top tip? Hunt in affluent areas for hidden gems.
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Prince Harry's charity feud leaves Sentebale in crisis
Prince Harry will not return to the HIV/AIDS charity he co-founded, Sentebale, after a bitter public feud with its chair led to a funding crisis, mass resignations, and severe cuts. Discover the full story.
Prince Harry's charity feud leaves Sentebale in crisis
Prince Harry will not return to the 'tarnished' HIV/AIDS charity Sentebale after a bitter public feud with its chair led to a funding crisis, mass resignations, and severe cuts. Discover the full story.
Readers' Favourite Organised Adventure Challenges
Discover unforgettable organised challenges recommended by readers, from cycling the Tour de France route to trekking Kilimanjaro and running the Istanbul Marathon. Find your next adventure.
Charity admits $490k error in Chumpy Pullin surf fundraiser
A foundation honouring snowboarder Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin deleted a post wrongly stating $500k from a record surf went to a business. It later admitted only $10,000 was paid. Read the full story.
Wigan's 'Real-Life Santa' Makes Wooden Toys for Needy Kids
Bill Houghton, 80, crafts hundreds of wooden toys for children living in poverty in Wigan. Inspired by a three-year-old with no toys, his work supports the Daffodil Dreams charity. Read his heartwarming story.
Bono, Glen Hansard Lead Dublin Christmas Eve Charity Busk
U2's Bono joined Glen Hansard and Imelda May for a rousing Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Read about the star-studded 15th anniversary event.
Scope charity to close 77 UK shops by March 2026
Disability charity Scope is shutting 77 of its 138 UK stores in a major restructure to tackle a £8.9m deficit. The closures, alongside job cuts, aim to save millions as charity retail faces soaring costs and online competition.
Sussexes rebrand Archewell Foundation for fifth anniversary
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex mark their charity's fifth year with a new name, Archewell Philanthropies, and detail its work on AI, digital safety, and aid for Gaza and Ukraine. Discover their renewed mission.
Charity shop game bought for £10 sells for thousands
A savvy US shopper with just £22 in her bank bought a rare Nintendo game for £6. Discover how her risk paid off with a life-changing £18,756 sale. Read the full story.
Ex-Councillor Jailed for Stealing £150k from Charity
Sean McKiernan, a former Fine Gael councillor, has been sentenced to prison for stealing £150,000 from a mental health charity to fund male escorts and crystal meth. Read the shocking details of this breach of trust.
Scope charity shop chain closing 77 stores in 2025
Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
Hugh Laurie's jacket found in charity shop, sold for £750
A savvy shopper uncovered a haul of designer clothes in London charity shops, including a jacket made for actor Hugh Laurie, making a £1,000 profit from one trip. Discover the secrets of sustainable, high-profit charity shopping.
Fourth death linked to white collar boxing firm
Family of Owen Henderson speak out after his death during charity boxing training becomes fourth fatality linked to Ultra White Collar Boxing events company.
Cheryl Tweedy's name stripped from charity centre
Fans are outraged as Cheryl Tweedy's name is removed from the Newcastle youth centre she helped raise £1million for. Discover the royal charity's explanation.
Charity watchdog refuses to probe mosque women's ban
The Charity Commission faces backlash for refusing to investigate East London Mosque's ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity fun run, sparking discrimination claims.
Injured Street Dog's Amazing 22-Day Transformation
A puppy named Stormzy, found badly injured on the streets, makes an incredible recovery after 22 days with the Happy Doggo charity, defying vets who suggested euthanasia.
Crisis urges Shelter to directly house homeless people
Leading homelessness charity Crisis calls on Shelter to embrace direct housing provision after successful pilot. Could this transform Britain's approach to rough sleeping?
Restaurant campaign fights UK homelessness this winter
Discover how the StreetSmart campaign enables diners to support homelessness charities simply by enjoying meals at participating restaurants across the UK.
Natural History Museum's Christmas Dinosaur Trail Returns
Discover the spectacular Christmas experience at London's Natural History Museum featuring roaring dinosaurs, festive installations, and magical family activities.
Harvest Supermoon: Year's Biggest Full Moon Lights UK Skies
The spectacular Harvest Supermoon, the final and largest supermoon of 2024, will grace British skies this week. Discover when and where to witness this breathtaking celestial event.
Macy's Thanksgiving Parade 2024: Full Star Lineup Revealed
Discover the complete roster of performers, hosts, and giant balloons for this year's iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, featuring Cher, Brandy, and En Vogue.
Classical Halloween Rave: Orchestra Meets Club Culture
Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena transforms into a spectacular Halloween venue with Cream Classical's unique fusion of orchestral music and club culture, featuring dazzling lights and special effects.
Edinburgh charity crisis for Ukrainian refugee children
An Edinburgh-based children's charity supporting young Ukrainian refugees issues urgent appeal as funding crisis threatens vital services for traumatised children.
Charity Shop Secrets: 9 Tips for Finding Hidden Gems
Discover the expert strategies that charity shop volunteers use to uncover designer labels and valuable items for pennies. Learn when to shop, what to look for, and how to spot quality pieces.
Widow fined for donating late husband's clothes to charity
A widow faces heartbreaking penalty after donating her deceased husband's belongings to The Salvation Army while navigating cancer treatment and bereavement.
Brad Marchand coaches cancer charity hockey game
Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand steps off the ice and onto the bench as volunteer coach for emotional cancer charity hockey game, supporting young fan battling the disease.
Cardiff Halloween festival chaos sparks refund demands
Furious festival-goers slam Cardiff's Halloween event as 'disorganised chaos' with massive queues, overcrowding, and disappointed families left demanding compensation.
Bunnings Halloween: Spooky Family Event Tonight!
Bunnings Warehouse launches frightfully fun Halloween event tonight with ghostly activities, creepy crafts, and spooky surprises for the whole family. Don't miss this hauntingly good time!
Fake bride's £12k wedding scam exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a fraudster orchestrated an elaborate fake wedding in Turkey, swindling friends out of thousands while attempting to exploit a child cancer charity in her web of deception.
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