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US Congress seeks emergency funds from Hartford amid crisis

In an extraordinary turn of events, members of the United States Congress have been compelled to seek emergency financial assistance from Hartford, Connecticut, as political gridlock leaves them without pay. This unprecedented situation reveals deepening

FCA's £4bn Car Finance Scheme 'Robbing Victims'

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for the car finance mis-selling scandal faces massive backlash for potentially short-changing victims out of billions.

Money Silence Crisis: Costing Brits Thousands

New research reveals Britain's dangerous silence around money matters is creating financial distress, relationship breakdowns, and mental health crises across the nation.

Court Revives Challenge to Trump-Era CFPB Director

A federal appeals court has revived a legal challenge questioning the legitimacy of a Trump-era director's appointment to America's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, creating fresh uncertainty for the agency.

HSBC sued over Bernie Madoff profits in major lawsuit

HSBC confronts explosive legal action alleging the banking giant knowingly profited from Bernie Madoff's notorious Ponzi scheme while ignoring clear warning signs in the largest fraud in Wall Street history.

UK Savings Crisis: Investment Scams Surge 42%

Exclusive investigation reveals British savers lost over £1.2 billion to sophisticated investment scams in the past year, with fake cryptocurrency schemes leading the devastating surge in financial fraud.

Putin defies US but admits sanctions causing losses

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers defiant speech rejecting US demands while conceding Western sanctions are inflicting significant damage on Russia's economy and military capabilities.

FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints

The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.

EU hits Russian LNG with landmark sanctions

The European Union unveils its toughest energy sanctions yet, targeting Russia's lucrative liquefied natural gas exports in a decisive move to cripple Kremlin war funding.

Trump's Russia Oil Sanctions: Will They Work?

The Trump administration's latest move to sanction Russian oil companies raises critical questions about effectiveness, global energy markets, and geopolitical strategy in a divided world.

US imposes devastating oil sanctions on Russia over Ukraine

The Biden administration imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia's crucial oil industry after Vladimir Putin rejects latest diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine conflict, marking a significant escalation in economic pressure.

Barclays downplays £20bn private credit exposure

Barclays Bank moves to reassure investors as it reveals significant stake in booming but volatile private credit sector, insisting risks are 'well managed' despite market turbulence.

Stuart Gulliver: HSBC Banking Titan Dies

Explore the remarkable life and career of Stuart Gulliver, the former HSBC CEO who navigated the banking giant through global crises and regulatory challenges, leaving an indelible mark on international finance.

KPMG consultant leaked Bank of England rate data

Exclusive investigation reveals how a senior KPMG consultant improperly obtained and shared confidential Bank of England interest rate information, sparking regulatory scrutiny and raising serious questions about financial sector integrity.

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