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Sydney woman trapped in £1.2m property nightmare

A Sydney woman's dream property purchase turned into a financial nightmare as she faces being trapped in her £1.2 million townhouse amid Australia's crashing property market. Discover the shocking reality of negative equity and why experts warn this could

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.

Drug suspect's home had flamethrower traps

Shocking police raid reveals sophisticated booby-trap system including flamethrowers and spike strips installed by alleged drug dealer to protect his cannabis farm in quiet residential area.

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.

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.

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.

Tory Tax Trap: Reeves' Defining Mistake

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a political nightmare as she inherits a Conservative-designed tax threshold freeze that's set to hammer millions of Britons while creating a fiscal timebomb.

Jessica Alba's Bikini Thirst Trap Wows Fans

Hollywood superstar Jessica Alba sets social media ablaze with stunning bikini photos that showcase her incredible physique and timeless beauty, leaving fans utterly mesmerised.

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.

Diane Keaton's Heartfelt Tribute to Nancy Meyers

Screen legend Diane Keaton celebrates director Nancy Meyers' birthday with touching Instagram tribute, showcasing their decades-long creative partnership that gave us classic romantic comedies.

Lloyds Bank Faces FCA Motor Finance Probe

The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance practices, potentially impacting millions of customers and leading to significant compensation claims.

China's Debt Trap Threat to UK Infrastructure Exposed

Exclusive intelligence reports reveal alarming vulnerabilities in Britain's strategic assets as Chinese state-linked companies acquire stakes in sensitive national infrastructure, raising fears of economic coercion and espionage.

Japan Courts Wall Street Firms in Challenge to London

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, under former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's influence, is actively persuading major Wall Street firms to establish operations in Tokyo, creating new competition for London's financial dominance.

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