Scotland Star James McFadden Declared Bankrupt
Former Everton and Scotland footballer James McFadden has been declared bankrupt with debts exceeding £2.5m, linked to failed film investment schemes. Read the full story.
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MoneySavingExpert reveals a clever supermarket stamp scheme loophole to boost your Christmas 2026 fund by up to 6%. Learn how to maximise your festive budget now.
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German bank heist steals £25m, echoes Hatton Garden
Thieves in Germany pulled off a £25m heist, drilling through a wall in a plot reminiscent of London's Hatton Garden burglary. Police liken the professional raid to an 'Ocean's Eleven' film. Read the full story.
Major German Bank Vault Heist: Tens of Millions Stolen
Thieves drilled into a German bank vault over the holidays, stealing property worth up to €90 million from safety deposit boxes. Police are investigating one of the country's largest heists.
Nationwide: No Mobile Cheque Deposit, All Branches Open to 2030
Nationwide Building Society confirms it has no plans for a mobile cheque deposit feature but reassures customers by committing to keep all 696 branches open until at least 2030.
Covid fraudsters have 48 hours to repay cash or face fines
The government warns the voluntary repayment window for pandemic support schemes closes on Dec 31. Those who wrongly claimed face 100% fines, interest, and potential prison.
Lebanon Moves to Return Depositors' Frozen Funds
Lebanon's Cabinet has approved a draft law to return billions in deposits lost during the 2019 financial meltdown. Discover the recovery plan's details and challenges ahead.
Hatton Garden Heist: 10 Years After £25m Raid
Ten years after the audacious £25 million Hatton Garden heist, we explore the enduring legacy of London's historic diamond district, its old-school craftsmen, and the shadow of organised crime. Discover the stories behind the headlines.
Minnesota Fraud Scandal: Billions in Taxpayer Funds Lost
US authorities reveal massive fraud in Minnesota-run programmes, with up to $9 billion potentially stolen from child nutrition and housing funds. Discover the full story and political fallout.
Study: 5% Home Deposit Scheme Fuels Inequality in Australia
New economic modelling suggests Australia's flagship 5% deposit scheme for first-time buyers is pushing prices up and making it harder for low-income earners to purchase a home. Discover the findings.
20-Year-Olds Buy First Home in Sydney's Mount Druitt
A 20-year-old Australian couple shocks the market by buying their first home in Sydney, highlighting the fierce competition and shifting suburb reputations. Discover how government schemes are shaping the property landscape.
Report: Reuse Schemes Could End Plastic Waste in 15 Years
A new report reveals that mandatory reuse and return systems could eliminate single-use plastic waste in the UK within 15 years. Discover the roadmap to a cleaner future.
Christmas Tree Experts Reveal Decorating Do's and Don'ts
Interior design experts share their top tips for creating the perfect Christmas tree display while avoiding common decorating mistakes that could make your tree look 'common'.
December 2025 Money Changes: DWP Bonus & More
Your guide to December 2025's financial updates, including the DWP Christmas bonus, inflation data, and benefit payment dates. Plan your finances now.
Romania's recycling success hits 94% in two years
Romania's deposit return scheme has transformed recycling rates from Europe's worst to 94% collection. Discover how this environmental success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.
Budget Threat to Pension Salary Sacrifice Schemes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget may cap salary sacrifice pension schemes, risking retirement savings and drawing industry warnings. Learn the potential impacts.
£700m fish protection saves one salmon every 12 years
A government report reveals Hinkley Point C's £700m fish protection schemes will save minimal wildlife, highlighting the enormous costs making UK nuclear the world's most expensive. Discover the impact on your energy bills.
Budget Threat to Pension Salary Sacrifice Schemes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may cap pension salary sacrifice in the Budget, risking retirement savings. Learn how this tax-efficient scheme works and what changes could mean for you.
Reeves Plans £3bn Pension Raid on Middle-Class
Chancellor Rachel Reeves targets salary-sacrifice schemes in £3bn pension raid to fund welfare changes. Experts warn of hammer blow to private sector retirement savings.
Workers' pensions to shrink in Reeves' tax raid
Workers' pension pots could fall by tens of thousands as firms warn they cannot absorb costs if Rachel Reeves taxes salary sacrifice schemes. Read the full analysis.
Bank deposit protection limit rises to £120,000
The FSCS deposit protection limit for UK banks is increasing from £85,000 to £120,000 starting 1st December 2025. Find out what this means for your savings.
FSCS protection limit rises to £120,000
The UK's FSCS savings protection limit is increasing to £120,000 from December 1st, a 41% boost. Discover how this change impacts your financial security and savings strategy.
Save £5k for a House Deposit in Just 12 Months
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals practical strategies for first-time buyers to save a £5,000 house deposit in a year. Discover LISAs, budgeting, and savvy spending tips to get on the property ladder.
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Magician accused of vanishing with parents' party deposits
Professional magician Ben 'The Wizard' Thompson faces legal action after allegedly taking deposits for children's parties he never performed, leaving families across the UK out of pocket and disappointed.
Scottish recycling scheme branded 'national embarrassment'
Exclusive: Senior SNP figure Fergus Ewing launches blistering attack on Scotland's botched recycling scheme, blaming Sturgeon and Slater for £300M 'fiasco' that threatens businesses and jobs.
Reeves refunds £38k after tenant deposit failure
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been compelled to return £38,000 to former tenants after failing to properly protect their deposits. The Labour MP finally submitted crucial paperwork years after the tenancy ended, following legal pressure.
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Scottish Government 'irresponsible' over recycling scheme
The Scottish Government faces scathing criticism in court over its 'catastrophic' management of a failed recycling deposit scheme that cost taxpayers millions and left businesses in turmoil.
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