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.
Verizon cuts 13,000 jobs in major restructuring
Verizon CEO Dan Schulman announces 13,000 job cuts, impacting 13% of its workforce. The telecom giant is restructuring to slash costs and reverse customer losses. Discover the full story.
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.
Optus Outage Crisis Amid Amazon Mobile Launch
Major telecommunications disruption hits Optus customers as Amazon announces Australian mobile service entry. Stay updated on the developing situation and market implications.
AT&T Data Breach: Claim $7,500 by Dec 18
AT&T customers affected by two major data breaches can claim up to $7,500. The deadline for filing has been extended to 18 December 2025. Act now to secure your compensation.
Samsung phone fails emergency call, customer dies
A customer died after an outdated Samsung phone could not connect to triple-0 on the Lebara network. TPG urges users to update devices immediately to ensure emergency access.
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.
BT to cut 55,000 jobs in AI-driven workforce overhaul
Telecoms giant BT reveals plans to slash 55,000 jobs by the end of the decade as artificial intelligence and automation reshape the workforce. The restructuring will reduce BT's total workforce from 130,000 to between 75,000 and 90,000 employees.
UK Phone Giants Unite to Block Scam Calls
Major UK telecom providers have joined forces in a groundbreaking agreement to combat number spoofing fraud, implementing new technology to protect millions of consumers from scam calls.
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.
Ofcom inundated after mobile network nightmare report
Broadcast regulator Ofcom received thousands of complaints following a Channel 4 News report detailing journalist Holly Williams' mobile service ordeal with Vodafone and Tesco Mobile, highlighting widespread consumer frustration with telecom providers.
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.
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.
Vocus Group confirms major cyber attack on Dodo and iPrimus
Australian telecommunications provider Vocus Group discloses significant security breach affecting Dodo and iPrimus customers, with hackers accessing sensitive personal information including driver's licences and Medicare numbers.
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.
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.
National Fraud Centre Struck by Major Cyber Attack
Action Fraud, Britain's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been struck by a sophisticated cyber attack, disrupting services and raising serious security concerns.
Vodafone Compensation After Major Network Outage
Millions of Vodafone customers are set to receive compensation following a widespread network failure that disrupted mobile services across the UK for hours.
Vodafone Network Outage Disrupts UK Services
Major Vodafone service disruption affects mobile and broadband users nationwide. Company confirms network issues and works on resolution as frustrated customers report widespread connectivity problems.
Vodafone Network Outage: Millions Disconnected Across UK
Vodafone customers across Britain faced connectivity chaos as a widespread network outage disrupted mobile services, though company sources confirm no evidence of cyberattack.
Optus Network Collapse Disrupts Emergency Services
Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.
COVID fraud hit squad recovers £1.4bn from scammers
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudsters exploited COVID support schemes as government deploys specialist team to claw back stolen taxpayer money.
Covid fraudsters get final warning: Pay back or face jail
Exclusive: UK authorities issue 72-hour ultimatum to suspected pandemic fraudsters as £30 million remains unreturned. Final chance before criminal prosecution begins.
Mooshtips racing tipster accused of multi-million fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how British expat Andrew 'Mooshtips' Manison allegedly defrauded horse racing enthusiasts worldwide from his Thai mansion in elaborate betting scheme.
Optus Faces Major ATO Tax Battle Over Singtel Operations
The Australian Taxation Office takes on telecom giant Optus and its Singapore-based parent company Singtel in a landmark tax dispute that could reshape corporate taxation for multinational corporations operating in Australia.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Afghanistan's total internet blackout enters second week
Afghanistan faces a complete communications collapse as the Taliban-enforced internet blackout continues, severing millions from vital services and global connectivity.
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