Woman held at gunpoint in mistaken identity raid
A Phoenix woman recounts terrifying ordeal after armed US Marshals stormed her home in a case of mistaken identity, pointing rifles at her head during a botched raid.
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Homeless man's false murder confession wastes police time
A rough sleeper's fabricated tale of multiple murders sent police on a wild goose chase, wasting valuable resources and raising serious questions about public safety priorities in Westminster.
Jilly Cooper debunks death hoax after social media frenzy
Beloved British author Jilly Cooper, 87, has been forced to publicly confirm she is alive and well after a cruel death hoax spread rapidly across social media platforms, causing widespread concern among her devoted readers.
Jilly Cooper Alive: Author Debunks Death Hoax
Romance novelist Dame Jilly Cooper forced to deny false death rumours after malicious hoax circulates online, leaving fans distressed and furious.
Caribbean's first serial killer gets life sentence
A French court in Guadeloupe has sentenced the Caribbean's first documented serial killer to life imprisonment for the murders of four women, marking a watershed moment for regional justice.
Liverpool's Matt Beard targeted in BBC death hoax
Liverpool Football Club has been forced to deny shocking false claims circulating online that women's team manager Matt Beard has died. The BBC has confirmed it's investigating how the malicious hoax originated.
Jane Goodall death hoax debunked as tributes pour in
Renowned primatologist Dr Jane Goodall confronts another death hoax circulating online, prompting heartfelt tributes and celebrity support including from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Jane Goodall death hoax sparks royal tribute confusion
False reports of primatologist Jane Goodall's death trigger global concern, with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex among prominent figures paying tribute to the celebrated conservationist who remains very much alive.
Mystery of empty grave: The boy who never existed
A decades-old mystery unravels as authorities discover the child buried in a Surrey cemetery never existed, exposing a web of deception that spanned generations.
Florida MAGA supporter's kidnapping exposed as hoax
Caden Speight's shocking kidnapping claim unravels as police reveal staged ransom demands and fabricated evidence in bizarre Florida case
Vengeful ex lures boys to attic prison in twisted plot
A woman's twisted revenge plot saw her imprison two teenage boys in a makeshift attic cell after luring them with false promises in a case that has horrified the nation.
Taylor Swift Amazon package sparks Southport armed police alert
A quiet Southport street became the centre of a major police incident when a suspicious Amazon package addressed to Taylor Swift prompted fears of a Black Panther threat, leading to an armed response and controlled explosion.
Kidnapping hoax exposed after man shot in leg
Caden Speight staged his own kidnapping in Virginia, fabricating a dramatic story before being shot in the leg during the elaborate deception.
Selena Gomez's Mother Denies 'Ludicrous' Wedding Rumours
Mandy Teefey, mother of pop sensation Selena Gomez, has vehemently denied false claims about her daughter's secret wedding in a powerful online rebuttal that's setting the record straight.
Brigitte Macron accuses Candace Owens of cashing in on false claims
French First Lady Brigitte Macron files legal papers alleging American commentator Candace Owens is attempting to profit from spreading false claims about her gender identity ahead of US libel hearing.
Florida father wrongly jailed for 43 days in identity mix-up
Samuel Vasquez, a Jacksonville father, was wrongly imprisoned for over six weeks after police confused him with a different Samuel with the same surname in a shocking case of mistaken identity that highlights systemic failures.
Dua Lipa Denies 'False' Report About Agent and Kneecap
Pop superstar Dua Lipa has issued a fierce denial after a report alleged she fired her long-time agent due to his position on Irish language band Kneecap, calling the story 'completely fabricated'.
Fact Check: Donald Trump's Dubious Claims Debunked
A fact-checking deep dive into some of the most bizarre and widely debunked assertions made by the former US President, examining the evidence behind his statements.
Brazilian 'Josef Fritzl' held stepdaughter captive for 22 years
A Brazilian man has confessed to police that he imprisoned his own stepdaughter for over two decades, in a case bearing haunting similarities to the Austrian monster Josef Fritzl.
US Pastor Calls Catholicism 'Demonic', Sparks Fury
Prominent US pastor Robert Jeffress faces widespread condemnation after labelling Catholicism 'demonic' and a 'false religion', drawing rebukes from Catholic leaders and creating tension for Trump's VP pick J.D. Vance.
Farmer jailed for £1.2m HMRC tax fraud conspiracy
A Norfolk farmer has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating an elaborate £1.2 million VAT fraud scheme, submitting false invoices for non-existent farming services to HMRC.
Man Rescued from 'Dungeon' Basement in South Carolina
Shocking details emerge as South Carolina deputies rescue a man found trapped in a squalid basement, leading to multiple arrests and charges of unlawful imprisonment and assault.
Trump falsely claims Sadiq Khan ousted as London Mayor
Donald Trump has launched a fresh attack on London Mayor Sadiq Khan, falsely claiming he has been 'ousted' despite Khan's historic third-term victory. The former US president's comments have sparked widespread criticism and accusations of misinformation.
Mum nearly jailed over school attendance mix-up in court
A single mother from the UK was nearly imprisoned after a court mix-up over her son's school attendance. Discover the full story behind this alarming truancy case and its dramatic courtroom resolution.
False Widow Spider Invasion Hits UK Amid Climate Shift
Britain's most venomous spider, the False Widow, is surging across the UK in record numbers. Experts warn a 'perfect storm' of warm weather is leading to a rise in painful bites, with severe reactions requiring hospital treatment. Here's how to identify t
Man Retracts False Confession in Charlie Kirk Shooting
Exclusive: A man who falsely confessed to the shooting of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has retracted his statement, throwing the high-profile US investigation into confusion and raising serious questions about interrogation methods.
Robert Redford Debunks Death Hoax: "I Am Alive and Well"
Hollywood icon Robert Redford has been forced to address a cruel online death hoax, confirming to fans that he is alive and in good health. The false rumours spread rapidly across social media, causing widespread concern among his global fanbase.
Robert Redford Alive: Actor Debunks Death Hoax Rumours
Veteran actor Robert Redford has been forced to address a malicious death hoax circulating online, confirming he is alive and well. The Sundance Kid star's representatives have denounced the false reports.
Sister reveals brother's suicide after false rape accusation
In a heart-wrenching exclusive, the sister of a young man who ended his life after being falsely accused of rape reveals the devastating details of that tragic night and her family's ongoing fight for justice.
Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law
A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.
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