Exclusive data from Lloyds Bank exposes the devastating rise of romance scams, with victims losing over £12,000 each. Learn the crucial red flags to protect yourself from emotional and financial devastation.
Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.
Merseyside Police alert Taylor Swift fans in Southport about a sophisticated 'get-rich-quick' scam exploiting the singer's Eras Tour, with victims already reporting significant losses.
A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.
Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.
A mother-of-four and competitive kickboxer has been exposed for faking a terminal cancer diagnosis to con her former partner out of thousands of pounds in a despicable fraud.
Rony Denis, a US Army veteran and church deacon, faces federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a massive fraud scheme, diverting over £1.2 million from a veterans charity to fund a lavish personal lifestyle.
Exclusive: A massive data breach at the Metropolitan Police has exposed the personal details of thousands. Here are the five critical actions you must take immediately to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Glasgow shows a dramatic shift in national identity in Scotland, with a significant rise in Scottish-only affiliation and a sharp decline in British identity, reshaping the nation's social and political lands
Exclusive: A sophisticated new identity fraud scam is impersonating Australian telecoms giant Telstra, tricking victims into handing over personal documents. Here's how to protect yourself.
An exclusive investigation reveals how two British women, scammed out of thousands by a Tinder fraudster, turned detective to track down their catfish and expose his true identity in a story stranger than fiction.
A Florida woman faces serious charges after allegedly posing as a registered nurse using her roommate's stolen credentials, raising alarming concerns about medical security protocols.
BBC newsreader Michael Rowland and health expert Dr Norman Swan are the latest high-profile victims of a sophisticated AI deepfake scam, with their likenesses fraudulently used to endorse a male enhancement product in shocking online adverts.
New York's Attorney General Letitia James slams former President Donald Trump with a colossal £328 million penalty for decades of systemic financial fraud, marking a seismic legal and financial blow.
A former NHS consultant surgeon has been sentenced to prison for faking a life-changing accident to fraudulently claim £1.2 million in insurance payouts, in a shocking case of medical professional deception.
Labour MP Perran Moon ignites heated debate after declaring Cornwall isn't part of England, prompting strong reactions from politicians and residents about Cornish identity and constitutional status.
Exclusive guide to the six most dangerous financial scams circulating in the UK. Learn how to protect yourself and vulnerable loved ones from sophisticated fraudsters. Essential reading for every household.
Exclusive: How a failed asylum seeker brazenly sold homes he didn't own, funding a lavish lifestyle of supercars and luxury watches before justice caught up.
New Ofcom research uncovers a complex picture of British identity, with feelings of unity persisting despite political divisions. Discover the data on national symbols, shared values, and the impact of major events.
Exclusive: A shocking new wave of AI-powered voice cloning scams is sweeping the nation, with criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate loved ones. Experts warn this sophisticated fraud is 'here to stay' as cases surge. Learn the red flags and ho
A British grandmother's dream romance with a younger man turned into a nightmare after she discovered he was a fake, conning her out of her life savings in an elaborate catfishing scheme.
A viral TikTok star is exposed for fabricating her entire identity, sparking a fierce debate on authenticity, plagiarism, and the dangerous mimicry culture of social media.
Bestselling author and friend to the Royal Family, Penny Vincenzi, is targeted in a sophisticated online scam, exposing the growing threat of cybercrime against high-profile figures in Britain.
UK job hunters are being warned of a sophisticated new CV scam on LinkedIn and Indeed, where fraudsters pose as recruiters to steal personal data for identity theft.
A Tennessee man faces criminal charges after allegedly using the iconic name of baseball legend Babe Ruth to scam a victim in a fraudulent memorabilia deal, exposing a sophisticated identity theft operation.
Exclusive: A sophisticated criminal syndicate exploited a major flaw in National Australia Bank's 'selfie' identity verification, stealing over $1.5 million in a high-tech fraud that raises serious questions about biometric security.
Exclusive: A rising number of fathers are using underhanded methods, including fake DNA tests and identity theft, to evade their financial responsibilities, leaving mothers and children in dire straits.
A British mother's world shattered when she discovered her seemingly perfect husband was a pathological liar who emptied her bank accounts, faked cancer, and stole her identity, leaving her and their children destitute.
A devastated mother shares her nightmare after ruthless phone scammers tricked her into handing over her life savings. Learn how to protect yourself from similar schemes.
R&B singer Sean Kingston has been handed a 35-month prison sentence after pleading guilty to a $1 million fraud scheme. The 'Beautiful Girls' hitmaker faced multiple charges, including identity theft and grand theft.