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Tourist finds 3.29-carat diamond at Arkansas park

A remarkable 3.29-carat brown diamond discovered by an Arkansas visitor at the only diamond-bearing site open to public digging in the world, continuing the park's tradition of extraordinary finds.

Charity to close nearly 50 shops across UK

The British Heart Foundation reveals devastating plans to shut down dozens of charity shops across the UK, blaming economic pressures and declining donations for the unprecedented closures.

Charity shop charges entry fee, divides community

A South Australian thrift store's decision to implement a £1.50 entry fee has divided the rural community of Burra, with some calling it 'disgusting' while others defend the struggling charity's innovative approach.

300-year-old Spanish coins found on Florida beach

A Florida beachcomber's routine stroll turned into a historic discovery when he unearthed a trove of 18th-century Spanish silver coins, believed to be from a 1715 shipwreck revealed by recent hurricane activity.

£8 charity shop suit lands man modelling contract

A savvy shopper's £8 charity shop purchase transformed his life overnight after fashion experts mistook the bargain suit for high-end designer wear, leading to an unexpected modelling career.

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.

Optical Illusion: Can You Find The Hidden Panda?

A new brain-teasing optical illusion is taking the internet by storm. This seemingly simple image of a snowy landscape hides a perfectly camouflaged panda, and only those with the sharpest eyesight can find it in under 30 seconds. Are you up for the chall

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.

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