£50k for orphaned kids vanishes in fundraising nightmare
A community's generosity turns to despair after funds raised for three children who lost both parents disappear without trace, leaving family members desperate for answers.
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Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Mother fakes son's cancer in donation scam
Michelle Bodzar faces justice after fabricating her son's leukaemia diagnosis to solicit donations, in a disturbing case of medical fraud that betrayed trust and compassion.
Trump's $50M fundraiser breaks records during shutdown threat
Former President Donald Trump raises record-breaking funds at Palm Beach gala while federal agencies face potential shutdown, drawing criticism from opponents.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
Luke Littler's MND charity fundraiser tops £13,000
Darts sensation Luke 'The Nuke' Littler raises over £13,000 for Motor Neurone Disease charity in memory of a friend's father, surpassing his initial goal tenfold in a heartfelt exhibition match.
Clinton-Epstein Docs Reveal Dem Fundraising Scandal
Explosive court documents reveal Abigail Spanberger's campaign leveraged Bill Clinton's Jeffrey Epstein connections in fundraising efforts, raising serious questions about Democratic Party ethics.
National Fraud Centre Struck by Major Cyber Attack
Action Fraud, Britain's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been struck by a sophisticated cyber attack, disrupting services and raising serious security concerns.
Liam Payne's family raise £250k after hospital dash
Former One Direction star Liam Payne's family have initiated an urgent fundraising campaign after the singer was hospitalised, with fans rallying to support the music icon during his health crisis.
Trump Cashes In on Newsmax Ads and Merchandise Empire
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's sophisticated media monetisation strategy, leveraging Newsmax advertising and direct merchandise sales to maintain political influence and generate substantial revenue.
British dad dying in Turkish hospital after crash
A British father-of-two fights for survival in a Turkish hospital after a catastrophic scooter accident, as his family races against time to raise £50,000 for his medical evacuation back to the UK.
Mother runs NY Marathon to fund cancer treatment
Lucinda Cleland, a 36-year-old mother from South Australia, is training for the New York Marathon to fundraise for revolutionary cancer treatment after being diagnosed with incurable neuroendocrine cancer.
Boebert's UFO fundraising pitch sparks controversy
Controversial Republican congresswoman Lauren Boebert has sparked bewilderment by invoking UFO conspiracy theories in her latest campaign fundraising email, claiming 'the truth isn't out there' while soliciting donations.
Leicester Tigers Support Lewis Moody in MND Battle
Rugby union stars from Leicester Tigers are rallying around former England captain Lewis Moody following his devastating motor neurone disease diagnosis, launching a fundraising campaign to support research and treatment.
Hero dad dies saving children from river - £43K raised
A devoted father lost his life saving his children from a treacherous river current, sparking an incredible outpouring of community support that has raised over £43,000 for his grieving family.
Moody: Support Slater's MND fight like we did Doddie
England rugby legend Lewis Moody throws weight behind former teammate Ed Slater's MND fundraising efforts, revealing powerful parallels with Doddie Weir's legacy in exclusive interview.
COVID fraud hit squad recovers £1.4bn from scammers
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudsters exploited COVID support schemes as government deploys specialist team to claw back stolen taxpayer money.
Covid fraudsters get final warning: Pay back or face jail
Exclusive: UK authorities issue 72-hour ultimatum to suspected pandemic fraudsters as £30 million remains unreturned. Final chance before criminal prosecution begins.
Sinfield's emotional Doddie Weir tribute moves England stars
England rugby coach Kevin Sinfield delivered a powerful, tear-jerking tribute to late Scottish legend Doddie Weir during BBC Sport coverage, moving players and viewers with heartfelt memories of his MND fundraising legacy.
Lewis Moody launches MND fight after Rob Burrow diagnosis
England rugby hero Lewis Moody announces powerful new MND initiative after being inspired by Rob Burrow's courageous battle against the devastating disease.
Mooshtips racing tipster accused of multi-million fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how British expat Andrew 'Mooshtips' Manison allegedly defrauded horse racing enthusiasts worldwide from his Thai mansion in elaborate betting scheme.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Hamilton raises $1.3 million for Puerto Rico hurricane relief
The Broadway sensation Hamilton, starring creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, generated an incredible $1.3 million for Puerto Rican hurricane relief efforts following devastating Hurricane Maria.
Trump's Tax-Free Bible Faces IRS Scrutiny Amid Political Storm
Former President Donald Trump promotes controversial $60 Bible while facing IRS investigations into his political operations, sparking church-state separation debates.
Iowa businessman pleads guilty to multi-million wire fraud
An Iowa businessman has admitted to orchestrating a sophisticated wire fraud conspiracy involving fake construction projects across multiple states, facing up to 20 years in federal prison.
Sean Bean supports mum's brain tumour campaign after son's death
Game of Thrones star Sean Bean forms unexpected bond with mother campaigning for brain tumour research after her son's tragic death, offering heartfelt support and solidarity.
Sinfield's vow: I'll push Rob Burrow in next marathon
Rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield makes an emotional promise to his stricken MND-warrior friend Rob Burrow, vowing to complete their next marathon together, no matter what.
Liverpool Boss Matt Beard's Charity Gesture For Wife's Care
Liverpool FC Women's manager Matt Beard launches a heartfelt fundraising campaign for The Walton Centre after his wife's life-altering brain injury, uniting the football community in support.
Toddler, 2, loses brave cancer battle after fundraising
The heartbroken family of two-year-old Albie Marriott pay tribute to their 'cheeky, happy' boy after he dies from a rare and aggressive cancer, following a public campaign to fund specialist treatment.
Trump allies accused of pre-planning FBI raid response
Former Trump advisors Kash Patel and Pam Bondi are under scrutiny for allegedly pre-planning the FBI's Mar-a-Lago search, with claims they aimed to exploit the event for political and financial gain.
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