Woman finds £2,000 Valentino bag in charity shop
A savvy shopper discovered a designer Valentino bag worth nearly £2,000 in a London charity shop for just £250. Her top tip? Hunt in affluent areas for hidden gems.
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Prince Harry's charity feud leaves Sentebale in crisis
Prince Harry will not return to the HIV/AIDS charity he co-founded, Sentebale, after a bitter public feud with its chair led to a funding crisis, mass resignations, and severe cuts. Discover the full story.
Prince Harry's charity feud leaves Sentebale in crisis
Prince Harry will not return to the 'tarnished' HIV/AIDS charity Sentebale after a bitter public feud with its chair led to a funding crisis, mass resignations, and severe cuts. Discover the full story.
Italy Arrests Nine in Hamas Financing Probe
Italian authorities arrest nine suspects accused of diverting €7 million to Hamas through charities. Operation coordinated with EU and Israeli intelligence. Read the full details.
Charity admits $490k error in Chumpy Pullin surf fundraiser
A foundation honouring snowboarder Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin deleted a post wrongly stating $500k from a record surf went to a business. It later admitted only $10,000 was paid. Read the full story.
Wigan's 'Real-Life Santa' Makes Wooden Toys for Needy Kids
Bill Houghton, 80, crafts hundreds of wooden toys for children living in poverty in Wigan. Inspired by a three-year-old with no toys, his work supports the Daffodil Dreams charity. Read his heartwarming story.
PM Albanese serves Christmas meals, pledges $10m to charity
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined political rivals to serve Christmas lunch at a Sydney charity, announcing a $10m government pledge. Read about the bipartisan show of support.
Bono, Glen Hansard Lead Dublin Christmas Eve Charity Busk
U2's Bono joined Glen Hansard and Imelda May for a rousing Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Read about the star-studded 15th anniversary event.
Scope charity to close 77 UK shops by March 2026
Disability charity Scope is shutting 77 of its 138 UK stores in a major restructure to tackle a £8.9m deficit. The closures, alongside job cuts, aim to save millions as charity retail faces soaring costs and online competition.
Sussexes rebrand Archewell Foundation for fifth anniversary
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex mark their charity's fifth year with a new name, Archewell Philanthropies, and detail its work on AI, digital safety, and aid for Gaza and Ukraine. Discover their renewed mission.
Council funding map: Winners, losers and tax rises
The government's new £78bn council funding settlement shifts money towards deprived areas. Find out which councils win, which lose, and if your tax bill will rise.
Ex-Councillor Jailed for Stealing £150k from Charity
Sean McKiernan, a former Fine Gael councillor, has been sentenced to prison for stealing £150,000 from a mental health charity to fund male escorts and crystal meth. Read the shocking details of this breach of trust.
Scope charity shop chain closing 77 stores in 2025
Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
Hugh Laurie's jacket found in charity shop, sold for £750
A savvy shopper uncovered a haul of designer clothes in London charity shops, including a jacket made for actor Hugh Laurie, making a £1,000 profit from one trip. Discover the secrets of sustainable, high-profit charity shopping.
Fourth death linked to white collar boxing firm
Family of Owen Henderson speak out after his death during charity boxing training becomes fourth fatality linked to Ultra White Collar Boxing events company.
Cheryl Tweedy's name stripped from charity centre
Fans are outraged as Cheryl Tweedy's name is removed from the Newcastle youth centre she helped raise £1million for. Discover the royal charity's explanation.
Charity watchdog refuses to probe mosque women's ban
The Charity Commission faces backlash for refusing to investigate East London Mosque's ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity fun run, sparking discrimination claims.
Injured Street Dog's Amazing 22-Day Transformation
A puppy named Stormzy, found badly injured on the streets, makes an incredible recovery after 22 days with the Happy Doggo charity, defying vets who suggested euthanasia.
Crisis urges Shelter to directly house homeless people
Leading homelessness charity Crisis calls on Shelter to embrace direct housing provision after successful pilot. Could this transform Britain's approach to rough sleeping?
Trump pressure threatens US government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.
Restaurant campaign fights UK homelessness this winter
Discover how the StreetSmart campaign enables diners to support homelessness charities simply by enjoying meals at participating restaurants across the UK.
Police Scotland demands extra £140m amid budget crisis
Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
School Transport Costs Surge 24%, Councils Warn of Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals English councils' home-to-school transport costs have surged by 24%, leaving vulnerable families and local authorities in financial distress.
Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout
NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
Scottish Government blocks Dundee University £20.3M bailout
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
Edinburgh charity crisis for Ukrainian refugee children
An Edinburgh-based children's charity supporting young Ukrainian refugees issues urgent appeal as funding crisis threatens vital services for traumatised children.
Charity Shop Secrets: 9 Tips for Finding Hidden Gems
Discover the expert strategies that charity shop volunteers use to uncover designer labels and valuable items for pennies. Learn when to shop, what to look for, and how to spot quality pieces.
Soros charities accused of £40m Mamdani tax scheme backing
Explosive allegations reveal George Soros' charitable network allegedly directed millions to support Professor Mahmood Mamdani's tax initiative, sparking political firestorm and transparency concerns.
Widow fined for donating late husband's clothes to charity
A widow faces heartbreaking penalty after donating her deceased husband's belongings to The Salvation Army while navigating cancer treatment and bereavement.
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