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Woman, 88, moved 121km due to aged care shortage
An 88-year-old woman broke her neck and three other bones, then had to move 121km from family after selling her home for aged care. Queensland's crisis sees 1,100 stuck in hospitals.
Pensioners use burial funds for emergency bills
Exclusive: One in five low-income pensioners find a £50 emergency bill 'impossible' as desperate older people pull their own teeth and raid burial funds to survive. Urgent government action needed.
Ex-Premier League boss Alan Pardew gets driving ban
Former football manager Alan Pardew has been disqualified from driving for six months after accumulating 12 points for speeding. He apologised and warned others about 20mph zones.
92-year-old veteran loses life savings in Post Office scandal
A 92-year-old war veteran has been left penniless after the Post Office scandal saw his life savings vanish. Dennis Skinner's desperate fight for justice exposes the human cost of Britain's most shocking financial miscarriage.
MPs grill HMRC over child benefit payment freeze
A major HMRC system error has left thousands of parents without child benefit payments, prompting urgent parliamentary scrutiny and demands for immediate solutions.
Tasmania's retirement paradise faces economic crisis
The idyllic Australian island of Tasmania, long celebrated as the nation's premier retirement destination, faces an unprecedented economic storm that could shatter its peaceful reputation and leave pensioners vulnerable.
Insurer cancels 'immoral' funeral policies amid customer outrage
Major UK insurance provider faces backlash after abruptly cancelling funeral cover policies, leaving elderly and vulnerable customers without financial protection for end-of-life arrangements.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Rosemary Shrager scammed twice in devastating fraud
Celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager opens up about being targeted by sophisticated fraudsters twice in shocking financial scams that left her reeling.
Dem lawmaker accused of stealing dying grandfather's savings
Pennsylvania State Representative Kevin Boyle faces serious allegations of draining his terminally ill grandfather's bank accounts in a disturbing embezzlement scheme that has rocked political circles.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Council worker's tragic spiral after job disruptions revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a dedicated council employee's life unraveled after work disruptions led to devastating job loss, financial ruin and ultimate tragedy, as detailed in a recent inquest.
1M UK Pensioners Missing £3,100/Year In Benefits
Shocking new figures reveal more than a million British pensioners are failing to claim crucial benefits they're entitled to, leaving thousands of pounds unclaimed each year.
Gran loses £12k in Lamborghini project collapse
An elderly grandmother's dream investment in a luxury car restoration scheme has left her facing devastating losses as the company behind the ambitious project goes into administration.
Food bank use soars as cost of living crisis deepens
Shocking new data reveals millions of UK families are skipping meals and turning to food banks as the cost of living crisis deepens, with desperate calls to benefits helplines skyrocketing.
FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.
Phantom Hackers Target UK Seniors in Sophisticated Scam
Exclusive investigation reveals how international criminal gangs are using fake tech support and government impersonation scams to steal millions from UK pensioners.
ANZ bosses got £26m bonuses as customers struggled
Exclusive investigation reveals ANZ Australia paid executives millions in bonuses while systematically ignoring customer hardship notices and selling unsuitable insurance products.
Australian banks ignore customer hardship requests
Exclusive investigation reveals major Australian banks are systematically failing customers in financial distress, with thousands of hardship requests going unanswered as cost-of-living pressures mount.
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.
Carer jailed for fleecing £300k from pensioner
A so-called carer who systematically drained an elderly woman's life savings of £300,000 while pretending to be her friend has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of elder abuse.
US Consumer Watchdog Defies Shutdown Threat with Hiring Spree
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau accelerates hiring for nearly 200 positions as political battle over funding threatens agency operations. Exclusive insight into the controversial expansion.
UK regulators slash banker bonus waiting periods
Major regulatory shift allows City bankers to access annual bonuses after just three months as UK continues post-Brexit financial reforms to boost competitiveness.
100+ financial firms move operations abroad post-Brexit
Exclusive: Britain's financial watchdog reveals over 100 companies have moved operations overseas following Brexit, with Dublin and Luxembourg emerging as top destinations for relocating City firms.
Downsizing Guide for Elderly Parents
Expert advice from Age UK on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing for elderly parents. Discover stress-reduction strategies, decluttering tips, and financial considerations.
Lloyds Bank Faces FCA Motor Finance Probe
The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance practices, potentially impacting millions of customers and leading to significant compensation claims.
NHS hip fracture crisis puts elderly patients at risk
Exclusive investigation reveals how delayed hip fracture surgeries are costing lives and burdening taxpayers with millions in avoidable NHS costs. Senior doctors demand urgent government action.
UK Car Finance Scandal: Billions in Payouts Loom
Major car manufacturers face massive compensation bills as Financial Conduct Authority investigation reveals widespread lending misconduct affecting millions of UK consumers.
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