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Council spends £20k on toilet that stays locked
Outrage in regional Victoria as South Gippsland Council spends £20,000 on a single public toilet that remains locked and unusable, sparking fury among local residents and businesses.
Man turns £1 into hundreds in viral money challenge
Discover how a British TikToker transformed a single pound into hundreds through clever side hustles and social media savvy in this inspiring money-making journey.
Solicitors face crackdown over money laundering failures
The National Crime Agency launches major investigation into law firms suspected of enabling money laundering, as legal watchdog reveals widespread compliance failures across the profession.
Foreign criminals flown from UK with £2,000 taxpayer cards
Exclusive footage reveals the moment foreign national offenders were deported from the UK, each provided with bank cards containing £2,000 of taxpayer money. The costly operation, running into hundreds of thousands, has sparked outrage.
Beat Poor Exchange Rates on Your Next Holiday
Expert guide reveals the best and worst destinations for your pound this year. Discover where your money goes furthest and how to avoid costly currency exchange mistakes.
Martin Lewis: Check Your Bank Account For Common Costly Mistake
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis urges UK households to check for a simple bank error that could be costing them hundreds of pounds. Discover if you're affected and how to claim your money back.
Easy Hacks To Save £10 Every Week
Discover seven effortless yet effective tips to effortlessly save over £500 a year. From smart shopping to cutting hidden costs, our guide makes building your savings simple and painless.
Love Island's Harry Used Widow's Money For Villa Stay
Love Island All Stars contestant Harry Clark faces a massive backlash after confessing he used money gifted to him by a late widow to fund his appearance on the hit ITV2 show, leaving viewers and fellow islanders stunned.
Paris Mayor's £10.5K Designer Dress Expenses Scandal
Left-wing Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo faces intense scrutiny after attempting to conceal extravagant expenses, including a €12,000 designer dress, sparking outrage over taxpayer-funded luxury.
Canadian Premier spends £450K taxpayer money on Marxist comedian
Outrage in Canada as Premier Doug Ford's government is exposed for spending nearly half a million pounds of public funds on a self-proclaimed communist comedian to write speeches and jokes.
Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues
Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.
Phillip Schofield's £60k Secret Payout Revealed
Explosive new details emerge as Phillip Schofield is forced to pay a massive £60,000 settlement to his young former lover and ITV colleague, following their clandestine affair and his dramatic fall from grace.
Santa Monica faces bankruptcy over £230m abuse scandal
The City of Santa Monica faces financial catastrophe and potential bankruptcy as it grapples with a devastating £230 million settlement for a historic child sex abuse scandal at its public schools.
Clear Your Mortgage Using 1940s Frugal Habits
Discover how one UK homeowner paid off her mortgage in record time by adopting wartime thriftiness. Get her top 10 practical, modern-day frugal living tips that really work.
Never Do Laundry at This Time to Slash Energy Bills
A money-saving expert has revealed the peak time to avoid using your washing machine, tumble dryer, and dishwasher to cut your energy costs significantly. Discover the simple trick to keep more cash in your pocket.
Taxpayer to foot £300k legal bill in Higgins case
Former Defence Minister Linda Reynolds wins a landmark legal battle, with the Australian government ordered to cover her $550,000 legal fees from defending against Brittany Higgins' defamation claim. The ruling ignites a firestorm over public funds and po
Boris Johnson's Office Expenses Under Fresh Scrutiny
Exclusive: Boris Johnson's private office expenses face fresh scrutiny over links to a business contact. New documents reveal a controversial payment for 'IT services' amidst a DDoS attack, raising questions about financial conduct and the use of public f
The Safest Way to Carry Your Money on Holiday
Discover the ultimate guide to keeping your money secure on holiday. Experts reveal why a specific type of bag is your best defence against pickpockets and the common mistake that makes you a target.
US Open 2025 Prize Money Smashes $100M Record
The 2025 US Open is set to make tennis history with a record-breaking prize pool soaring past $100 million, marking the largest purse in Grand Slam history and a major boost for players across the board.
BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs
The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Parenting Debate: Mum Charges Kids 'Rent' from Pocket Money
A UK mother's unconventional approach to teaching financial responsibility - charging her children 'rent' from their pocket money - has ignited a fiery debate among parents about money management and childhood.
9 Banking Hacks to Slash Bills & Boost Savings
A leading money expert shares nine crucial but often overlooked banking tricks that can protect you from sneaky fees, maximise your savings, and put hundreds of pounds back in your pocket. Discover the easy switches you can make today.
Deceased MPs' families claim thousands for luxury hotels
Exclusive investigation reveals how families of deceased Members of Parliament have claimed tens of thousands in taxpayer-funded luxury hotel stays through a controversial allowances scheme, raising serious questions about Westminster expenses.
Essex Council's 'Bonkers' Flag Spend Sparks Taxpayer Fury
Essex County Council faces a storm of criticism after spending thousands of pounds of public money on a controversial set of new flags, branded 'bonkers' and a 'shocking waste' by furious residents and politicians.
SNP's £20M Handout to Gender Self-ID Supporters Sparks Fury
Exclusive investigation reveals the Scottish Government has awarded over £20 million to organisations actively campaigning for its contentious gender self-identification reforms, raising serious questions about the use of public funds for political lobbyi
Taxpayer funds Swinney's stay at Trump Turnberry resort
Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney sparks outrage as it's revealed public funds were used for an official stay at Donald Trump's luxury Turnberry resort, raising serious questions about government spending and propriety.
RFK Jr Axes £122M in Diversity Grants After Audit
Exclusive: Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has terminated a staggering $122 million in taxpayer-funded grants earmarked for LGBT and diversity initiatives. The move comes after a damning internal audit revealed 'poor use of funds' and a failu
Martin Lewis' Car Insurance Trick Saves Drivers Hundreds
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis shares a clever timing hack that could dramatically reduce your car insurance premium when renewal time comes around.
MPs Demand Transparency Over Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge Funding
A cross-party coalition of MPs is challenging the King to disclose the financial details behind Prince Andrew's contested Royal Lodge residence, raising serious questions about the use of public funds and royal accountability.
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