Nationwide Launches App Tool to Verify Bank Calls
Nationwide Building Society launches 'Call Checker' to combat fraud. With Brits receiving 8 scam calls a month, this tool verifies if a caller is genuine. Learn how to protect your money.
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Nationwide's New App Feature Fights Fraudster Calls
Nationwide Building Society launches Call Checker to verify genuine calls as scammers steal millions. Learn how to protect your account from sophisticated impersonation fraud.
Ex-teacher fined for posing as admiral on Remembrance Sunday
Jonathan Carley, 65, was fined after wearing a fake Rear Admiral's uniform to a Remembrance event in Llandudno. Neighbours reveal he claimed to work for Navy intelligence.
‘Fake Admiral’ fined for wearing medals he didn't earn
A former teacher posed as a Rear Admiral for years. A psychologist analyses why his excuse of wanting to 'fit in' doesn't hold water. Read the full analysis.
2026 UK Bank Holiday Dates: Your Complete Guide
Plan your year with the official 2026 UK bank holiday calendar. See all confirmed dates for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, including the next day off.
2026 UK Bank Holiday Dates: Your Complete Calendar
Plan your year with the official 2026 UK bank holiday calendar. Find out when England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland get their next well-deserved day off.
Man's bank accounts frozen, shows zero balance
An Australian man woke to find all his money gone after Heritage Bank froze his accounts. The bank apologised for the scare, blaming an unread email. Read the full story.
2026 UK Bank Holiday Dates Confirmed
The UK government has confirmed the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on region. Critics brand the long summer gap 'ludicrous'. See the full list of dates here.
2026 Bank Holiday dates confirmed for UK
The government has published the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on location. Critics slam the 'ludicrous' summer gap in England and Wales. See all the dates here.
2026 Bank Holidays: Full List and Date Changes
Your complete guide to the 2026 bank holidays for England and Wales. Discover the eight dates, including a moved Boxing Day and early Easter. Plan your year now.
AARP's 2026 Scam Alert: Digital Arrest & Romance Fraud Rise
AARP reveals the five most devastating scams for 2026, as fraud losses over $10,000 quadruple. Learn how to protect yourself from digital arrest and romance scams.
UK Bank Holiday Changes for 2026 and 2027 Confirmed
The UK government has confirmed changes to bank holidays for 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moving and an extra festive day off in 2027. Plan your annual leave now.
Santander: Christmas Online Scams Soar 75%
Santander warns UK customers as festive online shopping fraud rockets. Learn how AI-powered scams are stealing Christmas and how to protect yourself.
Global Partnership Against Online Scams Launched in Bangkok
Thailand and UNODC launch a global initiative to fight online scams, with Meta and TikTok joining. Learn how this partnership aims to protect victims worldwide.
German pensioner traps phone scammers twice in police fraud
An 85-year-old man in Bavaria has twice outwitted fraudsters posing as police. His quick thinking led to arrests, as German authorities warn of a surge in phone scams targeting the elderly.
Global Taxi Scam Hotspots: US in Top 10
A new study analysing thousands of Reddit posts reveals the world's worst countries for taxi scams, with Turkey topping the list. Learn the most common cons and how to protect yourself.
Martin Lewis's 3-digit code to beat bank fraud
Money expert Martin Lewis urges Brits to memorise the 159 hotline to safely contact their bank and prevent fraud. Learn how this simple code protects you.
Woman loses £90k in Brad Pitt romance scam
A Swiss pensioner was conned out of £90,000 after believing she was in a secret relationship with Brad Pitt. Learn how the sophisticated online scam unfolded and how to protect yourself.
O2's Black Friday Scam Warning for UK Users
O2 issues an urgent alert ahead of Black Friday 2025, warning millions of UK users about a surge in delivery text scams. Learn how to protect yourself.
Fraud Expert's 6 Essential Tips to Avoid Christmas Scams
A fraud expert reveals six crucial steps to protect yourself from scams this Christmas. Nearly half of Brits have nearly been duped - learn how to stay safe.
Senator fires aide over lawyer impersonation scandal
Senator Tammy Duckworth terminates employee who posed as attorney to free undocumented migrant. Read the full investigation into this political scandal.
Celebrity Romance Scams Rise During Festive Season
Banking experts warn of romance scam epidemic as fraudsters exploit loneliness during Christmas. Learn how to protect yourself from fake celebrity cons.
Man charged for posing as admiral on Remembrance Sunday
A 64-year-old man has been charged for allegedly impersonating a senior military officer and laying a wreath at a Remembrance Sunday service in Llandudno. Read the full story.
Scammers posing as bank staff steal millions
Criminals are impersonating bank fraud teams, using remote access software to drain high-value accounts. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money.
Social Media Rental Scams Target Desperate Flat Hunters
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated apartment scams proliferating across social media platforms, leaving desperate renters out of pocket and homeless.
FBI and ICE Impersonators Exposed in Major Crime Ring
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal network using fake FBI and ICE credentials to commit serious offences across the United States. Authorities warn public to remain vigilant.
Lloyds Bank £399 Scam Warning - Don't Get Caught
Lloyds Banking Group alerts customers about sophisticated new scam tactics as fraudsters exploit fake security alerts to steal thousands from unsuspecting victims.
2025 UK Bank Holidays: Six Key Dates Revealed
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Police impersonator jailed for elderly fraud scam
A cruel conman who impersonated a police officer to steal thousands from vulnerable pensioners has been jailed. Michael Dineen's sophisticated scam targeted elderly victims across the UK, leaving them financially and emotionally devastated.
Police impersonator steals from elderly widow in Cheshire
A cruel fraudster impersonating a police officer tricked his way into a pensioner's home in upmarket Cheshire, stealing cash and jewellery in a despicable distraction theft that has left the community reeling.
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