Retailers Urge Faster End to Import Tax Break
British retailers demand immediate end to £150 import tax break, calling current system unfair to UK businesses. Government urged to act before April 2026 deadline.
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Watch dealer jailed for £1m fraud scheme
Adam Moore-Lynch of Manchester Watch Hub sentenced to over five years for defrauding victims of more than £1 million in a luxury watch selling scheme. Follow for more crime updates.
Dick's Sporting Goods to Close Foot Locker Stores
Dick's Sporting Goods announces Foot Locker store closures following its $2.4 billion acquisition. Executive Chairman Ed Stack calls it an 'unavoidable reset'. Read the latest updates.
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.
Luxury sales fall as shoppers reject price hikes
Global personal luxury goods sales are forecast to drop 2% in 2025, marking the first two-year decline since the financial crisis. Discover why affluent shoppers are turning away from premium brands.
Martin Lewis clarifies key consumer rights for Christmas
Money expert Martin Lewis sets the record straight on refunds and returns this festive season. Discover your legal rights and how to claim what you're owed.
Criminals steal £111m in goods from UK haulage firms
Organised crime gangs are buying haulage firms using stolen identities to steal lorry loads of parcels, costing the UK £111m last year. Discover how this sophisticated freight crime impacts consumers.
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.
Botulism alert: Almond milk recall over health fears
Health officials issue emergency warning as potentially deadly botulism toxin discovered in popular almond milk products. Full details on affected batches and symptoms to watch for.
Dutch Court Rules Against Apple in LVMH Tax Battle
The Dutch High Court has ruled against Apple in its legal dispute with LVMH over €13 million in back taxes, marking a significant victory for European tax authorities.
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.
Life coach accused of luxury kitchenware theft ring
A professional life coach from an affluent background stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated shoplifting operation targeting luxury kitchenware across Southern England.
Louvre Jewellery Heist: Suspects Hunted After Major Theft
French authorities are hunting multiple suspects after a sophisticated robbery at the Louvre's flagship Paris store, where thieves made off with jewellery worth millions in a brazen daylight theft.
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard Holiday Collection
The Duchess of Sussex launches her first festive range featuring artisanal jams and exclusive tableware, continuing her brand's rapid expansion since March debut.
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.
$500K Swarovski crystal heist foiled in NY police operation
New York authorities have intercepted a massive international crystal smuggling operation, recovering over $500,000 worth of stolen Swarovski merchandise destined for Norway in a sophisticated police sting.
UK smashes world record with £15m fake vape seizure
In the largest seizure of its kind worldwide, UK Border Force and Trading Standards have intercepted over £15 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes containing dangerous substances, uncovering a sophisticated criminal network flooding Britain with counterf
Russia's tea and coffee crisis deepens amid sanctions
Exclusive investigation reveals how Western sanctions are creating severe shortages of tea and coffee in Russia, with prices soaring and consumers facing empty supermarket shelves.
Gold rush drives UK retail sales to three-year high
British retail sales surged to their highest level in three years as consumers flock to gold investments and luxury goods, offering unexpected economic resilience despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Fraudster's supercar collection heads to auction
A stunning collection of high-performance supercars seized from international fraudster Anopkumar Maudhoo will be auctioned off, including rare Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Bentleys linked to his £1.3 million scam operation.
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.
Unilever restructures North American business operations
Consumer goods giant Unilever announces significant restructuring of its North American operations, affecting household names including Dove, Marmite and Magnum as part of global efficiency drive.
Trump Tariffs Target Mattel: Barbie Price Hike Fear
Former President Donald Trump's proposed 10% universal tariff could significantly increase costs for toy giant Mattel, potentially making Barbie dolls and other popular toys more expensive for UK consumers.
London's Luxury Watch Crime Wave: Police Reveal Shocking Figures
Exclusive Metropolitan Police figures expose alarming rise in luxury watch thefts across London, with organised gangs targeting high-value timepieces in sophisticated operations.
Hermès pays UK artisans £450 for £7k Birkin bags
Exclusive investigation reveals Hermès pays UK artisans just over £450 for handmade Birkin bags retailing at £7k+, sparking ethical concerns.
32 arrested in UK's biggest shoplifting operation
Major police operation targets organised crime networks behind stolen goods sales across the UK, with 32 suspects arrested and luxury items worth millions recovered.
Avoid Vinted Scams: Spot Fake Goods Guide
Expert guide reveals the red flags for counterfeit items on Vinted, Depop and eBay. Learn essential safety tips to protect your money when shopping second-hand online.
Ferrari cuts UK cars as wealthy flee tax raids
Luxury car manufacturer Ferrari dramatically reduces British allocations as high-net-worth buyers relocate abroad following Labour's proposed tax increases on luxury goods and non-doms.
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.
Timeshare tyrants' £28m scam funded luxury lifestyle
Exclusive investigation reveals how a ruthless couple conned elderly victims out of £28 million in Britain's biggest timeshare scam, funding a lifestyle of luxury art, private jets and Hampshire mansions.
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