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New UK passport design launches with King's Arms

Discover the new UK passport design featuring King Charles III's coat of arms, iconic UK landscapes, and cutting-edge anti-forgery technology. Find out what it means for your current travel document.

Tourists warned of SIM card passport theft scam

Criminals are exploiting SIM registration rules in popular destinations to steal travellers' passport details. Experts reveal how to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud.

New UK Passports Featuring King Charles Launch

Discover the new British passport design with King Charles III's coat of arms, enhanced security features, and iconic UK landscapes. Check your passport validity now for winter travel.

Passport mistake costs family £2,000 holiday

A devastated mother reveals how a common passport oversight destroyed her family's dream holiday to Cyprus, leaving them £2,000 out of pocket and heartbroken at the airport.

Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree

A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.

Schoolboy denied boarding over common passport mistake

A British family's dream holiday to Cyprus turned into a travel agent's worst nightmare when their 15-year-old son was refused boarding due to a commonly overlooked passport rule that catches out hundreds of travellers annually.

UK Passport Rules Set for Major Overhaul

Major passport rule changes are coming that could save British travellers time and money. Discover how the 10-year passport renewal could become a thing of the past.

Louvre Museum Diamond Heist: Millions in Gems Stolen

In a stunning security breach, thieves have stolen precious diamonds worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, raising serious questions about the iconic institution's protection measures.

Maine man loses £40k in Kennebunk van theft nightmare

A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.

I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account

Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.

UK and US passports hit record lows in global ranking

The latest Henley Passport Index reveals dramatic changes in global travel freedom, with traditional Western powerhouses seeing their passport strength decline while Asian nations dominate the top spots.

Oprah Winfrey targeted by thief at book awards

Media mogul Oprah Winfrey became the unexpected victim of a sophisticated theft during the prestigious National Book Awards ceremony in Manhattan, where a thief made off with her custom-made Judith Leiber purse containing priceless items.

Passport fees to rise by £24 from April 2025

UK travellers planning holidays for 2025 should renew passports now before significant fee hikes take effect. Online applications to jump from £82.50 to over £100.

First King Charles III British Passports Issued

Historic moment as the first British passports bearing King Charles III's name are released, marking the end of the Elizabethan era in travel documents. Discover what's changed and what stays the same.

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