Package Theft Crisis: 104 Million Stolen Last Year
A shocking study reveals 250,000 packages are stolen daily in the US, costing consumers $15bn. 75% of victims had multiple thefts. Discover how to protect your deliveries.
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Man pleads guilty to dumping animal parts at New Forest churches
Benjamin Lewis, 47, admitted to dumping a decapitated deer's head and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He pleaded guilty to religiously aggravated harassment and theft. Read the full story.
Fly-tipping rates soar to 14-year high across UK
New data reveals a 6% surge in fly-tipping, with the City of London recording the worst rates. Experts warn of organised crime links and call for tougher action.
Woman threatens to keep neighbour's parcel in delivery row
A furious UK resident has threatened to hold onto her neighbour's parcel indefinitely after repeated 'sorting office' requests. Discover the full story and what readers think.
Millions in landfill tax blocks illegal waste cleanups
The Environment Agency faces a multi-million pound landfill tax bill to clear illegal dumps, stalling action on sites like the 25,000-tonne mountain in Wigan. Read why communities are suffering.
Sports Direct customers threatened with court over refunds
Sports Direct is reportedly threatening customers with County Court action for pursuing chargebacks after porch pirates stole their deliveries. Consumer law experts condemn the aggressive tactics.
Denmark ends national letter delivery after 90% decline
Denmark's postal service will cease all letter deliveries from December, removing iconic red mailboxes. Discover how digitalisation is reshaping European postal services and what it means for the future.
Black Friday 'Spray and Pay' Parcel Fraud Warning
Criminals are exploiting Black Friday shopping confusion with fake delivery texts. Learn how to spot the 'spray and pay' scam and protect your bank details this Christmas.
London's 'Fine Dining Bandit' Steals £2000
A brazen thief has targeted four high-end London businesses, stealing luxury items including steaks, langoustines and orchids worth nearly £2000. Police report rising parcel thefts nationwide.
Warning over Black Friday 'spray and pray' delivery scams
Shoppers warned of a surge in 'spray and pray' delivery fraud this Black Friday. Learn the 8 essential tips to spot scams and protect your festive spending.
Angry Ginge's live stream dumping revealed in I'm A Celeb
I'm A Celebrity star Angry Ginge reveals how his girlfriend brutally dumped him via text during a six-hour live stream. Discover the emotional story he shared with Ruby Wax.
Arrest over illegal waste mountain near River Cherwell
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read about the Environment Agency's investigation and the urgent call to protect the local environment.
Man arrested over Oxfordshire illegal waste dumping
A 39-year-old man has been arrested after a large-scale illegal waste dump was discovered on a floodplain near the River Cherwell in Oxfordshire. Read more on the ongoing investigation.
Arrest over huge illegal waste tip in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery of a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell. Read the latest on the investigation.
Arrest after 500ft illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a massive 500ft-long illegal waste dump beside the River Cherwell. Read the latest on this major environmental crime investigation.
Royal Mail's red post boxes replaced in festive revamp
Royal Mail is replacing over 3,000 traditional post boxes with modern, solar-powered versions across UK cities. Discover how this Christmas change affects parcel posting and community traditions.
John Lewis customer receives DPD slips instead of £599 phone
Devon solicitor Toby Kippax ordered a Google Pixel 10 from John Lewis but received parcel slips instead. The retailer initially refused refund despite mounting evidence of packaging security flaws.
Black Friday QR Code Parcel Scam Warning
Brits are warned about a dangerous new scam combining unsolicited parcels and QR codes. Experts reveal how to protect your personal and financial data this shopping season.
Parcel Delivery Crisis: Yodel Ranked Worst in UK
A new report reveals a record 15 million Britons had parcel delivery issues. Discover which companies are failing and who came out on top.
Fly-tippers dump 150m waste mountain in Oxfordshire
Shocking drone footage reveals a 150-metre long mountain of illegally dumped waste in an Oxfordshire field. Local authorities are investigating. Urgent action is needed to tackle this pollution crisis.
Illegal Waste Dump Pollutes Oxfordshire River
A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching pollutants into the River Cherwell, with evidence pointing to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.
Vinted Christmas jumper arrives in rude-shaped parcel
A woman was left red-faced after her festive Vinted purchase arrived in an awkwardly shaped package, causing laughter at the collection counter. Read the full story and share the joy!
12-metre waste dump threatens River Cherwell
Urgent action demanded as 12-metre high illegal waste dump in Kidlington risks polluting River Cherwell. MP warns of 'ecological disaster' from criminal fly-tipping gangs.
12-Metre Illegal Waste Dump Threatens River
An 'obscene' 12-metre high illegal waste dump in Kidlington is polluting the River Cherwell. MP demands Government action. Urgent clean-up needed to prevent environmental disaster.
Fly-tipping 'mountain' threatens Oxfordshire river
A 10-metre high illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire, described as an 'environmental catastrophe', threatens the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.
500ft Fly-Tip in Oxfordshire Threatens River
A 500ft-long illegal waste dump, potentially orchestrated by a crime gang, threatens the River Cherwell in Oxfordshire. Removal costs may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.
Postman's ingenious parcel delivery via window cleaner
A Royal Mail postman enlisted a window cleaner's help to deliver a parcel through an open bedroom window when the homeowner was out. The clever solution was caught on camera and has gone viral.
150m illegal waste mountain threatens Oxfordshire river
A 150m-long illegal plastic waste dump created by organised crime is causing an environmental catastrophe in Oxfordshire, threatening the River Cherwell with toxic runoff. Urgent action demanded.
Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
Postie's 12 Christmas rules for perfect parcel delivery
A seasoned Royal Mail postman shares 12 essential tips to ensure your Christmas cards and presents arrive on time. Learn the last posting dates and how to avoid the 'return to sender' pile.
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