International rare books heist uncovered by investigators
An elaborate international crime ring has been exposed after stealing priceless rare books from libraries across Europe and Russia. Discover how investigators cracked the sophisticated heist.
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NFL Hawks Stolen from SoFi Stadium - One Recovered
In a bizarre security breach, two prized NFL Hawks were stolen from Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, with one later recovered in Torrance. The theft has raised serious questions about stadium security.
Brazen thieves steal Chesterfield church roof in daylight raid
Shocking theft at St John the Baptist Church in Brimington sees criminals strip valuable lead roofing in broad daylight, leaving community devastated and facing £20,000 repair bill.
London Phone Thefts Surge 44% in Crime Wave
Exclusive data reveals mobile phone thefts in London have skyrocketed by 44% year-on-year, with organised criminal gangs targeting commuters and tourists in worrying new crime wave.
Great Butterfly Heist: Collector stole thousands from museums
An obsessive butterfly collector executed an elaborate theft of thousands of rare specimens from Australian museums in one of the most audacious natural history crimes ever uncovered.
Middle-class gym thief hunted by victim across London
Jordana Seal's life turned upside down when her purse was stolen from a locked gym locker. Now she's hunting the middle-class thief herself after making shocking discoveries about the culprit's identity and spending spree.
Ambulance worker jailed for stealing from elderly patients
A Welsh ambulance service worker has been convicted after systematically stealing from elderly patients during emergency call-outs, including stealing aftershave from a 94-year-old man.
Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece stolen from Edinburgh palace
A multi-million pound Leonardo da Vinci drawing has been stolen from the Palace of Holyroodhouse in a sophisticated overnight theft, sparking a major police investigation and international art alert.
NYC Mayor Adams Faces Ethics Storm Over Book Deal
New York Mayor Eric Adams faces mounting criticism over a lucrative book deal with a publisher linked to his political allies, while federal investigators examine his 2025 Turkey travel records.
Thief steals phone from mother's pocket in shop
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a daring thief steals a phone from an unsuspecting mother's pocket while she browses clothing with her baby. Police are hunting the suspect after the daylight theft in a family-friendly store.
Mum stops thief stealing car with her child inside
A quick-thinking mother in San Antonio bravely confronted a car thief who attempted to drive off with her two-year-old son still in the vehicle. The dramatic incident, captured on CCTV, unfolded in a matter of seconds.
The Librarians: TV drama tackles the fight against book bans
A new Sky series, 'The Librarians', dramatises the real-life battle against literary censorship, following a group of women determined to protect intellectual freedom in their community.
Pub laptop thieves jailed for City of London theft spree
Two brazen thieves have been sentenced to prison for a series of thefts targeting laptops and phones from unsuspecting patrons at a busy City of London pub. Learn how their crime spree was ended.
Serial Thieves' Rucksack Scam Exposed in London Pub Heist
CCTV captures the moment two serial thieves targeted a North London pub, using a clever rucksack ruse to steal hundreds of pounds in a sophisticated distraction theft.
Antony Maitland: Illustrator of Literary Greats Passes at 90
A tribute to the extraordinary career of illustrator Antony Maitland, whose evocative artwork for authors like Rosemary Sutcliff and Leon Garfield brought classic children's literature to life for generations.
Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by £1,200 book valuation
A guest on Antiques Roadshow was left speechless after expert Justin Croft appraised a seemingly ordinary 19th-century book, revealing its astonishing four-figure valuation and fascinating literary history.
Urgent Warning: New Car Theft Epidemic Sweeps UK
Motorists across Britain are being targeted by a sophisticated new keyless car theft method. Learn how criminals are exploiting this shocking vulnerability and the essential steps to protect your vehicle.
Lime Bike Gangs Steal Parcel Shelves in London Crime Spree
Organised criminal gangs on rental e-bikes are targeting affluent London neighbourhoods, smashing car windows to steal a specific and unusual part – the parcel shelf – in a bizarre new crimewave confounding police and luxury vehicle owners.
Builder cleared in Banksy theft case: 'Thought it was rubbish'
A builder accused of stealing a Banksy artwork worth over £500,000 has been cleared of all charges after a court heard he believed it was discarded rubbish. The full story behind the high-profile Islington case.
UK drivers warned: Check under car to avoid costly theft
Motorists across Britain are being urgently warned about a sophisticated new theft technique targeting catalytic converters. Learn how to protect your vehicle from this rising crime wave.
British Tourists Steal £12k Watch at Gunpoint in Thailand
A gang of British tourists in Phuket, Thailand, orchestrated a violent robbery, ramming a US lawyer's motorcycle before stealing his £12,000 luxury watch at gunpoint. Shocking CCTV captures the entire attack.
Neighbour Stole My Parcel - My Genius Revenge Plan
A furious UK resident reveals the shocking moment they caught their neighbour red-handed stealing their Amazon package - and the genius way they got revenge and recovered their property.
Urgent car key warning for all UK drivers
Motorists across Britain are being warned that a common habit with their car keys is making them a prime target for tech-savvy thieves using 'relay attacks'.
High-tech car theft gang jailed for £1.7m vehicle crime spree
A sophisticated car theft gang has been sentenced for stealing 73 high-value vehicles using electronic gadgets while owners slept. Discover how they operated and the police operation that brought them down.
Priceless Silver Abraham Lincoln Statue Stolen in Heist
A historic, solid silver statue of President Abraham Lincoln has been stolen from a museum in Louisiana, with authorities launching a major investigation into the audacious theft.
Tom Cox's Folk-Horror Masterpiece: The UK's State of the Nation Novel
Discover why Tom Cox's folk-horror masterpiece, 'Everything Will Swallow You', is being hailed as the most perceptive and unsettling state of the nation novel of our times. A review of the cosy catastrophe that holds a dark mirror to modern Britain.
CCTV: Scooter pensioner steals steaks after court let-off
Shocking CCTV footage reveals a pensioner on a mobility scooter brazenly stealing high-value steaks from a Tesco Express in Kent, just days after being let off for a similar offence. The audacious theft has sparked outrage and raised questions about justi
DeSantis Signs Controversial Florida Book Challenge Law
Governor Ron DeSantis signs contentious legislation enabling swift book challenges in Florida schools, drawing fierce criticism from free speech advocates and legal experts who decry it as censorship.
Lauren Sanchez's New Book Backed by Kris Jenner
Lauren Sanchez announces the release of her second children's book, 'The Flyaway Fox,' with powerhouse friend Kris Jenner leading the charge of celebrity endorsements. Discover the inspiring story and the star-studded support behind this eagerly awaited r
Police dismantle £3m rural crime gang in dramatic raids
Exclusive: Wiltshire Police dismantle a sophisticated organised crime group behind a massive wave of agricultural and construction equipment thefts across the South West, making multiple arrests in a major operation.
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