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$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.

Woman loses £90k in Brad Pitt romance scam

A Swiss pensioner was conned out of £90,000 after believing she was in a secret relationship with Brad Pitt. Learn how the sophisticated online scam unfolded and how to protect yourself.

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.

Myanmar raids second major online scam centre

Myanmar's military government has extended its crackdown on online scam centres, detaining hundreds of foreigners and seizing thousands of mobile phones. Discover the latest developments.

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.

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.

Tech tycoon's push-up punishments and fraud exposed

The shocking story of Tushar Atre, the wealthy tech entrepreneur who forced employees to do push-ups while running a multi-million dollar fraud scheme that ultimately led to his conviction and 5-year prison sentence.

Ten face trial for Brigitte Macron cyber harassment

French court prosecutes ten individuals for coordinated online harassment campaign against Brigitte Macron, with defendants facing up to two years imprisonment for pedophilia comparisons and age-gap abuse.

Trump faces court over $464m bond in fraud case

New York's attorney general confronts Trump's legal team in high-stakes hearing over unpaid civil fraud penalty, as prosecutors seek to enforce judgment through property seizures.

Fraudster's supercar collection heads to auction

A stunning collection of high-performance supercars seized from international fraudster Anopkumar Maudhoo will be auctioned off, including rare Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Bentleys linked to his £1.3 million scam operation.

Venables solicitor charged with 1990s fraud

A prominent solicitor who represented Jon Venables during the James Bulger murder trial has been charged with fraud offences dating back to the 1990s, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the legal professional.

Fake cancer patient jailed for £70k NHS fraud

A woman who fabricated a devastating cancer diagnosis to swindle the NHS and generous donors out of over £70,000 has been sentenced to prison in a case that has stunned the community.

Romance Scam Crisis: UK Banks Sound Alarm

Financial authorities warn of sophisticated romance scams sweeping Britain, with victims losing thousands to fake online relationships. Learn the red flags and protect yourself.

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.

Romance Scam Epidemic: Banks Repay Victims

Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial institutions are being compelled to reimburse customers duped by sophisticated romance scams, with new FCA data showing alarming fraud patterns.

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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