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Smartphone theft epidemic sweeps UK streets

Exclusive investigation reveals how mobile phone theft has become Britain's fastest-growing street crime, with police struggling to contain the violent epidemic targeting commuters and pedestrians.

Clean Your Germ-Ridden Smartphone Properly

Shocking new research reveals our mobile phones harbour 25,000 germs per square inch. Discover the expert cleaning guide to eliminate harmful bacteria from your device.

Florida grandmother outsmarts phone scammer

A sharp-witted Florida senior turned the tables on a phone scammer, exposing the fraud and warning others about sophisticated cons targeting vulnerable people.

Spam Calls Surge to Six-Year High in US

New data reveals spam calls and robocalls have skyrocketed to their highest level in six years, with Americans receiving nearly 5 billion unwanted calls monthly. Discover what's driving this alarming trend and how to protect yourself.

Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Pensioners

UK pensioners are being warned about sophisticated text message scams impersonating DWP and HMRC, attempting to steal personal and financial information through fake Winter Fuel Payment offers.

Free Earbuds & Charger with Phone Trade-In Deal

Carphone Warehouse launches incredible promotion offering free Google Pixel Buds A-Series and wireless charger with selected phone trade-ins. Limited time offer on Apple and Google devices.

Sky cuts Pixel 9 Pro Fold price by £300

Sky Mobile has launched an incredible £300 price drop on Google's flagship Pixel 9 Pro Fold, making it their cheapest contract deal ever for the cutting-edge foldable smartphone.

Why Police Can't Recover Your Stolen Phone

Exclusive investigation reveals why British police struggle to retrieve stolen mobile phones despite advanced tracking technology, as brazen thieves exploit legal loopholes and overwhelmed forces.

Urgent Bank Warning Over 'Hi Mum' Text Scam

NatWest issues an urgent alert as a new wave of sophisticated 'Hi Mum' and 'Hi Dad' scams targets British families, with fraudsters stealing thousands by impersonating relatives in distress.

School's All-Day Phone Ban Praised By Parents

A pioneering UK school has implemented a strict 'phone-free' policy, requiring students to surrender their devices from morning until home time to combat distraction and boost wellbeing, earning widespread praise from parents and experts.

Police Impersonator Jailed For Preying On Elderly

A Victorian con artist who posed as a police officer to steal thousands from the elderly in a sophisticated phone scam has been sentenced to jail. Read the full story of deception and the police warning.

Romance Scam Crisis: Victims Lose £12k on Average

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.

Dad's typo nightmare: £1,500 phone bill from son's error

A father from Weston-super-Mare faced instant financial horror after his son's innocent typo on a phone upgrade spiralled into a staggering £1,500 bill. This cautionary tale reveals the shocking cost of a simple mistake and the fight to get the money back

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