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Holidaymakers stunned by 'nun-run' accommodation scam

British tourists left furious after booking what they believed was peaceful nun-run accommodation, only to discover a stark, secular reality. Exclusive details on the misleading holiday let scandal.

Tinder Scam Victims Hunt Down Catfish in UK Investigation

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.

Parisians Swim in the Seine After 100-Year Ban

In a stunning environmental turnaround, Parisians are swimming in the River Seine for the first time in 100 years. Discover the monumental clean-up effort behind this historic moment.

Taxi Meter Scam: How Tourists Are Being Ripped Off

Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking taxi meter scam targeting British tourists abroad. Learn the red flags and essential tips to protect your holiday budget from this sophisticated fraud.

Your Perfect One-Day Paris Itinerary Revealed

Discover the perfect plan for an unforgettable day in Paris. From sunrise at the Eiffel Tower to a moonlit Seine cruise, this expert guide reveals how to soak in the art, cuisine, and essence of Paris without missing a beat.

AI Weight Loss Scam Ads Target BBC Stars on Facebook

Exclusive investigation reveals how AI-generated fake ads, featuring cloned voices of BBC stars like Sophie Raworth and Huw Edwards, are promoting a dangerous weight loss scam. Meta is accused of ignoring takedown requests, leaving victims out of pocket.

Woman loses £40k life savings in romance scam

A British woman shares her harrowing story of losing her entire £40,000 life savings to a manipulative ex-boyfriend in a sophisticated romance scam that left her financially and emotionally devastated.

Scottish Tinder Swindler Jailed For Fake Holiday Scam

A calculating conman from Scotland has been sentenced to prison for a cruel dating scam. Posing as a wealthy businessman on Tinder, he swindled thousands from women for fake romantic trips, all while subjecting them to horrific physical and sexual abuse.

Woman scammed by fake NASA astronaut in £16k romance con

A sophisticated romance scammer posing as a NASA astronaut on the ISS tricked a British woman into sending thousands for a fake 'space mission'. The elaborate con involved forged documents and fake video calls, revealing a disturbing new trend in online f

DVLA QR Code Parking Fine Scam Targets UK Drivers

UK motorists are being targeted by a sophisticated new text message scam impersonating the DVLA and demanding payment for fake parking fines. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.

American tourist killed in Bahamas jet ski collision

A dream holiday in the Bahamas ended in tragedy for an American man who died following a horrific jet ski collision. The incident, under investigation by local authorities, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with popular water sports.

UK tourist raped in Paris hotel after flight cancellation

A British woman's Paris business trip turned into a horrific ordeal after a cancelled flight led to an unplanned hotel stay, where she was brutally raped by an intruder in her room. The attack at the Hotel Aiglon in Montparnasse has sparked a major police

HSBC ordered to repay £50k after pensioner scam failure

A retired NHS nurse from London lost her entire life savings in an authorised push payment scam. The Financial Ombudsman Service has now ruled HSBC must refund Katrina Harrison £50,000 after the bank's security systems failed to prevent the fraud.

British Tourist Drowns in Benidorm on Late-Night Swim

A British holidaymaker has tragically drowned off the popular Levante Beach in Benidorm after jumping into the sea for a late-night swim. Emergency services were unable to revive the man, marking a devastating incident for the UK tourism community in Spai

Italy's New Tourist Tax: Brits Face Holiday Price Hike

British tourists planning an Italian getaway are set to pay more as popular destinations like Venice and Rome implement or increase controversial tourist taxes. Here's what you need to know and how it could affect your 2024 holiday budget.

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