Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173K fraud
A fraudster who posed as a nurse for four years, risking patient safety and earning nearly £173,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
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Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173k fraud
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in six care homes for four years has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
$1bn Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal Exposed
A billion-dollar fraud spree has shattered Minnesota's famed social safety net, with funds for hungry children funding luxury lifestyles. Discover the full story.
Judge overturns $7.2m fraud conviction, sparks fury
A Minneapolis judge has overturned a jury's guilty verdict in a $7.2 million Medicaid fraud case, igniting fury among jurors and politicians. The AG has appealed.
DWP Warning: Protect Your National Insurance Number
The DWP warns against sharing your National Insurance number on CVs as identity theft soars. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment scams and fraud.
Black Friday Shoppers Urged to Beware Online Scams
Cybersecurity experts issue urgent warning over sophisticated Black Friday scams. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money during the sales frenzy.
UK Scams Guide: Protect £1.17bn from Fraudsters
Consumer champion Martyn James reveals how to spot sophisticated scams as Brits lose £1.17bn. Learn to protect your money and fight back against fraudsters.
1 in 4 UK Card Users Hit by Fraud: Gen Z at Risk
A new study reveals a quarter of UK credit card users faced fraud in the past year, with Gen Z most vulnerable. Discover essential tips to protect your finances this holiday season.
Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
DWP cracks down on Universal Credit fraud with new powers
The Department for Work and Pensions unveils tough new measures to combat Universal Credit fraud, with enhanced powers to recover overpayments directly from benefits.
Benefits banking crackdown could close thousands of accounts
Exclusive: Major banking reforms could see benefits claimants losing accounts as DWP tightens rules on fund monitoring and fraud prevention.
John Lewis & M&S Warning: New Delivery Scam Targets Shoppers
Shoppers at John Lewis, M&S and other major UK retailers are being targeted by sophisticated text message scams. Here's how to protect yourself from fraudsters.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Dom Littlewood: Assume Every Call Is a Scam
TV consumer champion Dom Littlewood reveals why you should treat every unexpected call as potentially fraudulent and shares crucial tips to protect yourself from sophisticated phone scams.
Stop condensation overnight with 50p hack
Discover the simple 50p hack that prevents condensation from forming on your windows overnight, saving you from mould and damp problems this winter.
Reddit Reveals Top Money Scam Warning Signs
Discover the clever red flags and subtle warning signs of financial fraud that Reddit users have identified from real-life scam encounters.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Wanted App: Retailers' New Weapon Against Shoplifting
UK retailers are deploying an innovative smartphone application that enables real-time sharing of shoplifter images and information, creating a powerful digital neighbourhood watch against retail crime.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
DWP's New Bank Account Surveillance Powers Explained
Exclusive: The DWP gains sweeping new authority to monitor bank accounts in real-time as part of a major benefits fraud prevention initiative, raising privacy concerns among campaigners.
Harvard Study: Daily Habit May Transform Health
New research from Harvard University suggests a straightforward daily practice could significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases and extend lifespan. Discover how this accessible habit could revolutionise public health.
Happiness Fights Disease: Scientific Breakthrough
Groundbreaking research reveals that sustained happiness significantly reduces your risk of developing chronic illnesses. Discover how your emotional wellbeing directly impacts your physical health.
Daily habit that could slash dementia risk revealed
A leading NHS doctor shares groundbreaking research showing how a straightforward daily activity could dramatically reduce your chances of developing dementia. Discover the science-backed method that's transforming brain health prevention.
Bank security alert: 30-second check could stop scammers
Major UK banks including Lloyds, Halifax and Nationwide are urging customers to perform a crucial security check that takes just 30 seconds but could prevent devastating fraud losses.
Florida grandmother outsmarts phone scammer
A sharp-witted Florida senior turned the tables on a phone scammer, exposing the fraud and warning others about sophisticated cons targeting vulnerable people.
Natural Rat Repellent: The Kitchen Ingredient Mice Hate
Discover the surprising kitchen staple that pest control experts swear by to deter rodents naturally, without harmful chemicals or expensive exterminators.
Home Office Expert's Burglary Warning You Can't Ignore
A former Home Office security specialist exposes common security flaws that make homes easy targets for criminals, plus essential tips to protect your property immediately.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
NHS to offer revolutionary HIV-blocking injection
The NHS is set to become the first health service in the world to offer a game-changing HIV prevention injection, potentially transforming the fight against the virus across the UK.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
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