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Charity donor's £500 gift slashed to £25 by HMRC

A kind-hearted donor was left reeling after HMRC clawed back £475 from her £500 charity donation due to complex Gift Aid rules. Discover how this tax trap could affect your charitable giving.

BLM activist guilty of £30k charity fraud in Boston court

Prominent Black Lives Matter organiser Monica Cannon-Grant convicted of defrauding donors and state grants while leading Violence in Boston charity. The shocking verdict reveals personal enrichment through charity funds.

Cancer Trust severs ties with donor after Epstein link

The Teenage Cancer Trust has cut all connections with a former major donor, hedge fund manager Glenn Dubin, after his name appeared in the recently unsealed Jeffrey Epstein court documents. The charity, which supports young people with cancer, has removed

Cost-of-Living Crisis Forces UK Charity Closures

A devastating new report reveals hundreds of UK charities, including major names like Oxfam and Macmillan, are shutting down services and branches as the cost-of-living crisis bites, threatening vital support for the nation's most vulnerable.

Master the Art of Secondhand Furniture Thrifting

Discover expert tips for successful furniture thrifting. Learn how to source quality secondhand pieces, what essentials to pack, and transform your home sustainably while saving money.

Family finds secret grocery store in their garage

A Canberra family made a bizarre discovery after moving into a new home: their garage had been secretly converted into a fully-operational, illicit grocery store, stocked with everything from frozen pies to confectionery.

Man finds rare Dior jacket for £8 in charity shop

A savvy shopper's incredible charity shop find—a vintage Christian Dior jacket worth thousands—proves that fashion gold is still hiding on the high street. Discover the story behind the stunning discovery.

MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of Failing Charity Commission

A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has issued a scathing report demanding a major overhaul of the Charity Commission, citing a 'catastrophic failure' in its duty to hold charities accountable and protect public trust.

Mail Metro Media's padel tournament raises £40k for BHF

Mail Metro Media's inaugural charity padel tournament, featuring football legend Joe Cole, was a resounding success, raising over £40,000 for the British Heart Foundation in a thrilling display of sport and generosity.

Charity Shop's Bizarre Donation Crisis: Used Underwear

A charity shop employee reveals the bizarre and often inappropriate items donors leave behind, from soiled lingerie to unexpected surprises, highlighting the daily challenges faced by retail volunteers.

Tiny Somerset Village Shop Sells UK's Best Cheddar

Discover the hidden Somerset gem, The Village Grocer in Ditcheat, crowned the UK's best cheese shop for its legendary Montgomery's Cheddar, beating major supermarkets and delighting food critics.

The Reject Shop's Stunning Makeover: The New Kmart?

Australian bargain giant The Reject Shop is undergoing a jaw-dropping transformation, with shoppers dubbing it the 'new Kmart'. Discover the stylish new homewares, chic décor, and incredible deals causing a frenzy in stores.

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