Shoplifter jailed for £16,000 B&Q contactless theft spree
Serial thief Anthony May, 48, used contactless payments to systematically plunder B&Q stores across Essex in an audacious crime spree spanning months before justice caught up with him.
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UK Housing Market Crisis as Major Lenders Issue Warnings
Halifax and Nationwide issue stark warnings about UK property market stability as inflation and interest rate pressures mount. Exclusive analysis reveals growing concerns for homeowners and buyers.
Celia Imrie mistaken for shop thief by security guard
Beloved British actress Celia Imrie shares the amusing story of being wrongly accused of shoplifting by an overzealous security guard who failed to recognise the celebrated star.
John Lewis security alert after Southampton shoplifting
Police release CCTV footage after brazen theft at John Lewis Southampton, appealing for public help to identify suspect in retail crime investigation.
Middle-class shoplifting epidemic hits UK retailers
Exclusive investigation reveals how affluent professionals are turning to shoplifting for excitement amid cost-of-living pressures, creating a new crime wave hitting UK retailers.
CBA deals crushing blow to mortgage holders
Australia's largest lender Commonwealth Bank warns of significant mortgage pain ahead as interest rates are predicted to climb, leaving homeowners facing financial strain.
Reeves vows to protect shops with new anti-crime law
New Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major crackdown on shoplifting and assault against retail workers, pledging tougher penalties and a new standalone offence to safeguard UK high streets.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Premium Bonds Beat Bond Market Bullies
Exclusive analysis reveals how National Savings & Investments' Premium Bonds are defying financial giants and complex markets, offering a compelling, accessible alternative for UK savers seeking security and the chance of tax-free wins.
NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates
In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
CCTV: Scooter pensioner steals steaks after court let-off
Shocking CCTV footage reveals a pensioner on a mobility scooter brazenly stealing high-value steaks from a Tesco Express in Kent, just days after being let off for a similar offence. The audacious theft has sparked outrage and raised questions about justi
San Francisco's Westfield Mall Faces Collapse
The once-thriving Westfield San Francisco Centre is haemorrhaging major retailers, with Nordstrom's recent closure leaving it 75% empty. Soaring crime, rampant shoplifting, and a severe homelessness crisis are crippling the downtown economy, sparking a 'd
£1.5bn Business Rates Rise Threatens UK High Street Shops
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
AI Super Trolleys Trialed in UK To End Queues & Shoplifting
Tesco and Asda are trialling AI-powered 'super trolleys' with built-in scanners, scales, and cameras. This revolutionary tech aims to eliminate checkout queues, slash shoplifting, and transform the British shopping experience forever.
Reeves: Business Rates Are A Punitive 'High Street Tax'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to overhaul the UK's business rates system, branding it an unfair 'high street tax' that stifles growth and punishes brick-and-mortar retailers. Discover the plan for reform.
Teen thief steals £5,000 in skincare products caught on CCTV
A brazen 19-year-old thief has been caught on camera systematically stealing over £5,000 worth of premium skincare products from a Boots store in a sophisticated shoplifting operation.
Boots Worker Reveals Secret Shoplifting Code 'Code 18'
A Boots employee has lifted the lid on the covert warning system staff use to alert each other to suspected shoplifters, including a specific code for when they believe a customer is stealing.
UK Population Decline: The Coming Demographic Crisis
Exclusive investigation into the UK's looming population collapse. Discover why birth rates are plummeting, the economic timebomb this creates, and what policymakers aren't telling you about our demographic future.
Vicky Pattison's Shoplifting Confession: Stole Toilet Rolls
Former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison reveals her shocking past struggle with shoplifting, detailing the 'rock bottom' moment she stole essential items and the profound guilt that followed.
UK Savings Crisis: Average Easy Access Rate Plummets
Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.
UK Comedian Caught Shoplifting in Spanish Zara Store
Exclusive: A well-known British comedian faces public disgrace after being caught shoplifting high-end clothing from a Zara store in Spain, sparking international headlines and career implications.
Trans Influencers Gigi Gorgeous & TS Madison in Shoplift Storm
YouTube stars Gigi Gorgeous and TS Madison face shoplifting allegations at a high-end retailer. The incident, caught on camera, sparks debate and controversy within the LGBTQ+ community.
Woman arrested at Wendy's after TJ Maxx shoplifting attempt
A US woman's alleged shoplifting attempt at TJ Maxx took an unexpected turn, leading to her arrest at a Wendy's drive-thru after a failed escape. Discover the full story.
Sainsbury's Simple Strategy Slashes Shoplifting
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts reveals a surprisingly straightforward and inexpensive method that is dramatically reducing theft and abuse towards staff in its supermarkets, proving effective where high-tech solutions often fail.
Green Politician: Shoplifting Can Be 'Justified' in Poverty
Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski faces a major backlash after suggesting shoplifting is a 'symptom of poverty' and can be justified for those in desperate need, drawing condemnation from retailers and politicians alike.
Tesco trials X-ray body scanners to combat shoplifting
Tesco is piloting groundbreaking new X-ray body scanner technology at its Spalding superstore in a bold move to combat a surge in retail crime and organised shoplifting.
FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.
Kristin Cavallari's wild youth: shoplifting and police encounters
Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari shocks fans by revealing her rebellious past, detailing a fourth-grade shoplifting incident and underage drinking escapades that involved run-ins with the police.
Sainsbury's facial recognition tech sparks privacy row
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is rolling out live facial recognition technology to combat a surge in shoplifting, sparking a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups who brand it 'dystopian' and a threat to customer privacy.
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