Crypto betting on potential Trump military action surges
Traders flock to crypto prediction market Polymarket to wager on potential US military action under Trump. Bets target Colombia, Cuba & Iran after one user won over $400k on Venezuela.
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Illegal weight-loss drug factory raided in Northampton
An MHRA-led raid on a Northampton industrial unit seized thousands of unlicensed weight-loss pens. An investigation links the operation to a local crypto entrepreneur. No arrests have been made.
Trader wins $400k on Maduro bet before US capture
An anonymous crypto trader profited massively from a prediction market bet on Nicolás Maduro's downfall, sparking US insider trading scrutiny. Discover the details of the raid and market reaction.
Insider trading fears after $410k bet on Maduro's downfall
An unknown trader made over $400,000 betting on Nicolas Maduro's downfall just hours before the US military operation in Caracas, sparking insider trading concerns in crypto prediction markets. Read the full investigation.
Will Ferrell Dresses as NHL Ref at LA Kings Game
Hollywood star Will Ferrell dressed as an NHL referee at the LA Kings' New Year's Day game, joking he was ready to step in. Discover the hilarious details and the game's result.
Don't Trim Hedges in January to Help Nesting Robins
Gardeners are urged to delay hedge trimming this January to protect nesting robins. Experts from the Woodland Trust and RSPB explain how to help these beloved UK birds thrive in your garden.
2026 Financial Deadlines: Key Dates for UK Budgets
From tax rises to energy caps, here are all the crucial financial deadlines and changes in 2026 that could impact your household budget. Plan ahead to avoid surprises.
Texas residents sue crypto mine over '24/7 jet engine' noise
Residents of Granbury, Texas, are suing a Bitcoin mining facility, claiming its constant noise causes health issues and sleepless nights. Discover the legal battle and the company's defence.
Crypto millionaire and wife murdered, bodies found in concrete
A Russian cryptocurrency millionaire and his wife were forced to watch each other being tortured before being murdered and encased in concrete in the Dubai desert. Three men have been arrested.
Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Crypto fraudster and wife murdered in Dubai after trap
The harrowing final hours of crypto fraudster Roman Novak and his wife Anna, tortured and killed in Dubai after a kidnap plot. Read the full tragic story.
Probe call over Farage's £9m crypto billionaire donation
Labour and Lib Dems demand an Electoral Commission investigation after Nigel Farage's Reform UK accepted a record £9m from a crypto billionaire. Read the full story on the growing political controversy.
Crypto fraudster and wife killed in Dubai kidnap horror
A convicted crypto fraudster and his wife were kidnapped, tortured and dismembered in a gruesome extortion plot in the UAE. Their two children are now orphaned. Read the full story.
Student murdered in Vienna for crypto fortune
A 21-year-old student was allegedly tortured and set alight in Vienna by thieves seeking his father's cryptocurrency passwords. Two Ukrainian suspects have been arrested.
Crypto couple found dead in concrete in UAE desert
The final desperate hours of a crypto couple found wrapped in plastic and buried in concrete have been revealed. Three arrested in connection with the murder. Read the full investigation.
82-year-old ordered to cut 40ft hedge at £1.5m home
An 82-year-old in Edinburgh must trim a towering hedge after neighbours used 'high hedge' laws, claiming it ruined their light. The council's ruling was partially upheld on appeal.
Crypto Scammer and Wife Found Buried in Concrete
The bodies of a cryptocurrency platform founder and his wife were discovered encased in concrete in the UAE desert after a chilling final text. Read the full investigation details.
Victoria's Voting Reform & AI's $650bn Revenue Challenge
This week's Crunch newsletter explores Victoria's electoral reform, a $180k crypto gambling loss, soaring US insurance costs, AI's staggering revenue needs, and Gen Z's intimate habits. Dive into the data.
Crypto Couple Tortured, Killed and Buried in Concrete
Russian cryptocurrency fraudster Roman Novak and his wife Anna were lured to a villa, tortured, and murdered. Their bodies were found encased in concrete in the UAE desert. Read the full investigation.
Future Fund CEO questioned over $20k hotel bill
Future Fund CEO Raphael Arndt faces parliamentary scrutiny over a $20,000 hotel stay during a US trip. Watch the video for the full exchange and details on the fund's expense policies.
Future Fund Spent £20k on Ex-Assistant's US Hotel Scouting Trip
Australia's Future Fund faces scrutiny after spending £20,000 to fly a former executive assistant business class to the US to scope hotels. Discover the details of the controversial expenditure.
Eric Trump's Crypto Mining Firm Loses Half Its Value
American Bitcoin Corp, led by Eric Trump, saw its shares crash over 50% in half an hour, mirroring a broader 'crypto winter' selloff. Read the full analysis of the Trump family's digital asset ventures.
ABC probe into reporter's crypto-casino podcast feud
An ABC journalist is under investigation after a feud with a podcast co-host over cash payments funded by an unlicensed overseas crypto casino. The scandal has exposed funding controversies and a violent home invasion.
UK-EU Defence Fund Talks Collapse Over €6bn Fee
Keir Starmer's bid to reset UK-EU relations suffers a major setback as negotiations to join the €150bn Safe defence fund collapse over a multi-billion euro entry fee. Discover the implications for British defence firms.
Moray Council orders removal of 2ft hedge on safety grounds
A homeowner in Moray is defying council orders to remove his 2ft tall beech hedge, planted for protection, which officials claim poses a safety risk to road users. Discover the full story behind this local dispute.
Bitcoin's 22% Crash Marks Worst Month Since 2022
Bitcoin suffers its worst monthly performance since June 2022, plunging 22% amid Trump's tariff threats and hawkish Fed policy. Discover what's driving the crypto crash.
Crypto entrepreneur plans $420m Prometheus for Alcatraz
Denver-based crypto executive Ross Calvin wants to build a 450-foot statue of Prometheus on Alcatraz Island as part of Trump's America 250 celebrations. Read about the controversial proposal.
$11M Crypto Stolen in SF Delivery Driver Robbery
A thief posing as a delivery driver in San Francisco stole $11 million in cryptocurrency after tying up a victim. Discover the rising trend of crypto-related crimes.
FBI Deputy Targeted in Rumble Crypto Scam Wave
A new report reveals scammers are impersonating Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino and Trump family members on Rumble to promote shady cryptocurrency schemes on Telegram. Learn how to stay safe.
Two arrested in £20m crypto fraud probe by SFO
The Serious Fraud Office has arrested two men and raided properties in London and West Yorkshire as part of a £20m cryptocurrency fraud investigation into Basis Markets. Share to raise awareness.
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