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.
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.
Discover how three graduates in the US paid off student loans in under ten years. Learn their strategies for debt freedom, from refinancing to side hustles.
The DWP has updated guidance on benefit overpayments, warning claimants they may have to repay money even for departmental mistakes. Learn your rights and the new waiver process.
The DWP has admitted people with serious or terminal illnesses may be chased for benefit overpayments caused by official mistakes. Find out your rights and how to challenge a decision.
Financial experts caution against 100-month auto loans, revealing how lower monthly payments lead to paying double the car's price in interest and leaving you 'underwater' for years.
The Trump administration will begin garnishing wages for defaulted student loans in January, starting with 1,000 notices. Critics call the move 'cruel' amid economic strain. Read the full details.
The Trump administration announces wage garnishment for student loan defaulters starting early 2026. Learn about the timeline, affected borrowers, and criticism of the move.
EU leaders have finalised a massive €90 billion interest-free loan to support Ukraine's military and economic needs for 2026-27. Discover the details of this crucial deal.
Rishi Sunak tells the Covid Inquiry that government support saved 500,000 businesses and 3 million jobs. He insists the fraud risk was 'unequivocally' worth it.
A 22-year-old man is charged with the murder of Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old University of Southampton student stabbed during a night out. Read the latest on the investigation.
A Florida science teacher is accused of using a shared Google Doc to groom an underage pupil before engaging in sexual acts at school and his apartment. He faces serious charges.
Henry Nowak, 18, was killed in Portswood. Two men are in custody on suspicion of murder. Police appeal for witnesses and CCTV footage.
Australia's Administrative Review Tribunal faces a backlog of nearly 50,000 student visa appeals, driven by tougher rules and a focus on permanent residency over study. Read the full analysis.
The mother of Brianna Aguilera, a 19-year-old Texas A&M student found dead in Austin, reveals the harrowing search for her daughter and disputes the police's non-suspicious ruling. Read her full story.
The mother of 19-year-old Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera is seeking clarity after her daughter was found dead outside an Austin apartment. Police are investigating.
The mother of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera questions the police account of her daughter's death after a Texas A&M tailgate in Austin. Read the latest on the investigation.
Shaun Rigby, a one-legged father who played cricket with a runner, must repay £36,000 after the DWP ruled his 'daily needs' didn't require enhanced PIP. Discover his story and the tribunal's decision.
Millions of UK pensioners are receiving Winter Fuel Payments, but some must repay. Learn the 4 key reasons, including the £35,000 income rule. Check your eligibility now!
Nursing organisations warn Trump's student loan bill, which reclassifies nursing as a non-professional degree, threatens patient care and the future of the profession. Read the full analysis.
Young graduates face marginal tax rates up to 57% while funding generous pensioner benefits. Discover the shocking intergenerational unfairness in Britain's tax system.
Martin Lewis urges 5 million Brits born 1985-2003 to check for student loan overpayments now. You could reclaim hundreds due to incorrect repayments.
Martin Lewis urges 5 million in the UK to check if they've overpaid their student loan. You could be due a refund if your income dropped below the threshold. Act now!
HMRC will contact pensioners earning over £35,000 to repay Winter Fuel Payments. Repayments start April 2026. Learn about eligibility and scam warnings.
National Accountability Bureau arrests multiple suspects in sophisticated loan fraud operation that exploited financial systems and deceived countless victims across the country.
Usama Ghanem, a medical student at King's College London, has been removed from his course following offensive social media remarks about climate activist Greta Thunberg and former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, sparking debate about free speech on campus.
A quick-thinking student used a silver buffet tray to fend off a knife attacker during a terrifying daylight robbery attempt in London, in a story of remarkable bravery and survival instincts.
Aspiring medic from Kent faces devastating US visa rejection after being accepted to prestigious Chicago medical school, leaving her future in limbo despite significant financial commitment.
Exclusive: Up to 500,000 elderly Brits who received Winter Fuel Payments may be forced to repay hundreds of pounds after being deemed ineligible. Discover if you're affected and what to do next.
The Department for Work and Pensions alerts benefit claimants about potential overpayments due to system errors - here's what you need to know and do next.
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.