Property Agent Exposes How Agencies Track Viewings
A buyers agent reveals the hidden databases used by estate agencies to log your comments and budget for years. Learn how to protect your privacy during property hunts.
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India Mandates Government App on All New Smartphones
India's telecom ministry mandates pre-installation of the 'Sanchar Saathi' cybersecurity app on all new smartphones, raising significant privacy concerns. Read more about the implications for users and manufacturers.
Avoid Black Friday Regret: Expert Shopping Tips
Neuroeconomist Dr Uma R Karmarkar reveals how to make smarter shopping decisions this Black Friday. Learn to set boundaries, spot real deals and avoid ambition purchases.
US Housing Market: Biggest Buyer Advantage Since 2008
The US housing market has become the strongest buyer's market in over a decade, with sellers outnumbering buyers by nearly 37%. Discover why buyers remain hesitant despite unprecedented opportunities.
Tory Burch sells Manhattan apartment to secret buyer
Fashion designer Tory Burch has discreetly sold her lavish Upper East Side apartment to an anonymous buyer for approximately $20 million, in a deal shrouded in secrecy that's set New York property circles abuzz.
Home Buyer Scheme Fails as Property Prices Soar
Exclusive analysis reveals Albanese government's flagship housing initiative faces mounting criticism as property prices defy assistance measures, leaving aspiring homeowners in limbo.
Albanese's housing help backfires as prices surge
The Prime Minister's flagship home buyer scheme has produced disastrous unintended consequences, with Australian property prices surging at their fastest rate since the pandemic property boom, leaving aspiring homeowners worse off than before the interven
American buys Italian villa for €291 million record
A magnificent 18th-century villa in Monza, Italy, has been sold to an anonymous American purchaser for a staggering €291 million, marking one of Europe's most expensive property transactions in recent years.
HMRC child benefit privacy breach scandal exposed
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
Landlord caught snooping in tenant's wardrobe and drawers
A UK landlord faces severe backlash after being discovered rifling through a tenant's personal belongings, including underwear drawers, raising serious concerns about tenant rights and privacy violations in rental properties.
Facebook private messages subpoenaed in NC murder case
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
Inside The Independent's VPN Testing Methodology
Discover the meticulous methodology behind The Independent's VPN testing process - from speed analysis to security protocols and real-world performance assessments.
Saving £50K For House Deposit: The Strategy That Works
Discover how one determined UK saver is revolutionising their financial future with a simple yet powerful savings strategy that's set to secure a £50,000 property deposit.
UK Property Market Paralysis as Sales Hit Record Low
New RICS data reveals UK housing market activity has frozen ahead of fiscal statement, with buyer demand and sales expectations plummeting to their lowest levels in decades.
Instagram's Secret Tracking: How App Monitors You When Closed
Shocking new research reveals Instagram's covert data collection practices, tracking user activity even when the app is closed. Discover the privacy implications for millions of UK users.
Hospital Boss Arrested in Hidden Camera Scandal
A Texas hospital director faces serious legal action after covert cameras were discovered in patient and staff bathrooms, sparking a major privacy scandal and lawsuits.
My £800 Cockapoo Wouldn't Bark: Owner's Puppy Nightmare
A heartbroken dog owner shares her shock after her new £800 Cockapoo puppy turned out to be completely silent, leading to a desperate search for answers and a warning to fellow pet lovers.
The One Privacy Mistake 99% of People Make
A leading cybersecurity expert reveals the most common and dangerous privacy mistake people make online, exposing them to fraud and identity theft. Discover the simple steps you can take to protect yourself today.
Vinted user's fury at buyer's 'penny pinching' free postage demand
A Vinted seller was left speechless after a potential buyer tried a cheeky negotiation tactic, asking for free postage on a £4.50 item because it was 'only a penny' more than her budget. The awkward exchange has gone viral, sparking debate about online ma
Vinted users face immediate ban for payment rule breach
Vinted issues a stern warning to its UK users, threatening account bans for anyone attempting to bypass its official payment system. Learn how to avoid getting locked out of your account.
Australian Dad's £1.4m UK Property Fraud Nightmare
An Australian father faces financial ruin after discovering the UK property he purchased for £1.4 million has been illegally sold to him while the true owner was abroad. Exclusive investigation reveals how property fraud is targeting foreign buyers.
Vinted Adds New Handling Fee From Next Week
Vinted is introducing a controversial new 'handling fee' for all purchases from 18th March, adding extra costs for buyers on the popular second-hand platform. Here's what you need to know.
Cockapoo Puppy's £15,000 Vet Bill Nightmare
An adorable cockapoo puppy, bought for £1,800, faces a lifetime of costly health issues, exposing the dark side of the designer dog trend. His owners share their heartbreaking story and issue a stark warning to prospective buyers.
Vinted's Major Buyer Protection Rule Change Revealed
Vinted is overhauling its buyer protection programme, shifting the responsibility for lost or damaged parcels in a move that will impact millions of UK users. Here's what you need to know.
Stunning 3-Bed Batley Terrace for Just £175k
A beautifully presented three-bedroom terraced home on a sought-after suburban street in Batley, West Yorkshire, has hit the market for an astonishing £175,000. Discover this rare find that perfectly blends modern living with classic charm.
Family's £275k new-build home has 150+ defects
A young family's dream of homeownership has turned into a financial and emotional nightmare after their brand new £275,000 property was found to be riddled with over 150 severe defects, rendering it unsafe to live in.
First-time buyer left with £50k debt over broken home scheme pledge
A young first-time buyer's dream turns into a financial nightmare as her local council allegedly reneges on a government scheme promise, leaving her with crippling debt and an uninhabitable property.
Vinted Designer Bag Scam: Seller Left With Nothing
A UK seller shares her devastating story of selling a luxury designer bag on Vinted, only to be left empty-handed after a sophisticated buyer scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
Australia's Home Guarantee Expansion: Price Surge Fears
Exclusive: Labor's expanded scheme to help 50,000 first-time buyers yearly sparks fierce debate. Experts warn it could artificially inflate prices while struggling buyers face a double-edged sword.
Trump's Secret Surveillance Operation Exposed in Report
A shocking exposé from the University of Michigan reveals how private investigators, hired by Donald Trump's company, engaged in extensive surveillance of his own employees, allies, and journalists, raising grave concerns over privacy and power.
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