Builder jailed for 30 months over £150k dream home fraud
A 'superstar builder' conned a couple out of £151,260 for their dream bungalow, spending the cash on boats and designer shopping sprees. Read the full story of the fraud and its impact.
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Cowboy builder jailed for £100k extension fraud
A Derbyshire family was conned out of £98,000 by a cowboy builder who left their home in ruins. Michael Parr, 55, was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. Read the full story.
Builder jailed for £100k fraud leaving home in ruins
A Derbyshire couple lost £100,000 to a rogue builder, leaving their home uninhabitable. The stress contributed to a miscarriage. Read their warning to others.
Perfect Builder's Brew: Survey Reveals New Recipe
The classic 'builder's brew' gets a modern makeover. New research reveals tradespeople prefer a shorter steep time and cooler temperature. Discover the perfect cuppa recipe here.
British architect cleared in Dubai design theft case
Baharash Bagherian, a British architect, is cleared of all criminal charges in Dubai after a 16-month ordeal he calls a 'living nightmare'. Read his full story.
Cowboy builder jailed for £200k homeowner fraud
A fraudulent builder who preyed on vulnerable homeowners, including a woman whose father had just died, has been sentenced to prison after conning victims out of nearly £200,000 through shoddy work and false promises.
Lammy's taxi driver accuser cleared of luggage theft
A taxi driver who accused Labour MP David Lammy of 'thug-like' behaviour has been exonerated of stealing luggage from passengers at Heathrow Airport. Read the full story of the cleared cabbie and the political fallout.
Builder Gel Manicures: Lasting Nail Perfection
Discover why builder gel polish is revolutionising nail care in the UK. Get stronger, longer-lasting manicures with our ultimate guide to this game-changing nail treatment.
Landowner and wife cleared in gardener's quad bike death
Wealthy landowner Charles Wainwright and ex-ballerina wife cleared of manslaughter after gardener crushed by quad bike on their Gloucestershire estate. Court delivers emotional verdict.
Met Police officer cleared as CCTV disproves girlfriend's claims
A Metropolitan Police officer has been cleared of misconduct after CCTV footage contradicted his girlfriend's false allegations against a homeless man accused of raping an NHS worker.
Met Police officer cleared in evidence sharing misconduct case
A Metropolitan Police officer has been cleared of gross misconduct after being accused of sharing sensitive case footage. The disciplinary panel found insufficient evidence to prove he knew the material was restricted.
Premier League referee David Coote cleared of abuse allegations
Premier League official David Coote has been formally cleared after a seven-year investigation into historical child abuse allegations. The Nottinghamshire-born referee maintains his innocence throughout the exhaustive probe.
Waterloo Road actor jailed for builder fraud scam
Former Waterloo Road actor Zachary Sutcliffe has been sentenced to prison after running a fraudulent building business that left customers thousands out of pocket while pretending to be a successful BBC star.
Dating app builder scammer jailed for £100k fraud
A fraudulent builder who used dating apps to prey on vulnerable women has been sentenced to prison after cheating customers out of more than £100,000 in a sophisticated scam operation.
Builder dies after falling through children's centre skylight
A 38-year-old construction worker died after falling through a fragile skylight while carrying out repairs at a children's centre in Buckinghamshire, an inquest has heard.
DJ sues builder for £200k over 'bricked' festival performances
Top DJ Ben Malone takes builder to High Court over alleged botched renovation that left him unable to perform at major festivals including Glastonbury.
Cowboy builder jailed for £36k scam on disabled children's family
A fraudulent builder who preyed on a vulnerable family, leaving them with a leaking roof and vanishing with £36,000, has been sentenced to prison after splurging their money on nightclubs.
Cowboy Builder Jailed for £65k Family Home Scam
A rogue builder who left a family's dream home in ruins and stole £65,000 has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of contractor fraud.
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.
Met Police detective cleared in beach sex misconduct probe
A Metropolitan Police detective has been exonerated following a high-profile internal investigation into allegations of engaging in sexual activity on a Dorset beach. The officer, suspended since July 2023, has been cleared of all gross misconduct charges
Builder stole £250k Banksy print for home gallery
A builder stands accused of stealing a rare, heart-themed Banksy print valued at a quarter of a million pounds from a social club to add to his private collection of 'Love'-themed artworks.
US Sprinter Knighton Cleared in Doping Scandal
American sprint sensation Erriyon Knighton has been cleared to compete after testing positive for a banned substance. The 20-year-old, a major medal hope for Team USA, avoided a suspension due to a contaminated meat investigation.
Cowboy double glazing contractor jailed for £18k scam
A rogue trader who left a pensioner's home uninhabitable with botched double glazing work has been sentenced to prison. Read the shocking details of this £18,000 scam.
Mum Cleared as Police Dashcam Evidence Backfires in Court
A mother accused of dangerous driving has been cleared after a police officer's own video evidence proved her innocence in a case involving a clipped wing mirror.
Kevin Spacey's Venice Film Festival Comeback After Charges Cleared
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey returns to the limelight at the 2024 Venice Film Festival with his new film, 'The Contract,' two years after being cleared of all criminal charges in the UK and US.
Couple Cleared After Police Raid Their Swinger's Club
A married couple who ran a swinger's club in the UK faced a shocking police raid and a two-year legal battle before being cleared of all charges. Discover their story of vindication.
Builder threatens to bury customer in concrete
A heated argument between a builder and his client escalates into threats, with the builder vowing to bury the customer in concrete. The incident, caught on camera, has sparked outrage online.
AFL star cleared in inappropriate touching scandal
A prominent AFL player has been cleared of allegations involving inappropriate touching, leaving fans and the football community in shock. The league confirmed there was 'no case to answer'.
Builder mauled by XL Bully in South London
A builder was left with severe injuries after being mauled by an XL Bully dog in South London. The shocking incident has reignited debates over dangerous dog breeds.
Australian Builders Collapse Amid Soaring Costs
Australia's construction industry faces a dire crisis as builders collapse under the weight of skyrocketing costs, labour shortages, and supply chain disruptions. Discover the impact on homeowners and the economy.
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