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AI Weight Loss Scam Ads Target BBC Stars on Facebook

Exclusive investigation reveals how AI-generated fake ads, featuring cloned voices of BBC stars like Sophie Raworth and Huw Edwards, are promoting a dangerous weight loss scam. Meta is accused of ignoring takedown requests, leaving victims out of pocket.

Woman loses £40k life savings in romance scam

A British woman shares her harrowing story of losing her entire £40,000 life savings to a manipulative ex-boyfriend in a sophisticated romance scam that left her financially and emotionally devastated.

Scottish Tinder Swindler Jailed For Fake Holiday Scam

A calculating conman from Scotland has been sentenced to prison for a cruel dating scam. Posing as a wealthy businessman on Tinder, he swindled thousands from women for fake romantic trips, all while subjecting them to horrific physical and sexual abuse.

Woman scammed by fake NASA astronaut in £16k romance con

A sophisticated romance scammer posing as a NASA astronaut on the ISS tricked a British woman into sending thousands for a fake 'space mission'. The elaborate con involved forged documents and fake video calls, revealing a disturbing new trend in online f

DVLA QR Code Parking Fine Scam Targets UK Drivers

UK motorists are being targeted by a sophisticated new text message scam impersonating the DVLA and demanding payment for fake parking fines. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.

Brits Need a Holiday to Recover From Their Holiday

A new study uncovers the holiday paradox: over half of UK travellers feel more tired after their trip. Discover the top reasons, from pre-holiday work stress to poor sleep and over-planning, and get expert tips for a truly restorative escape.

HSBC ordered to repay £50k after pensioner scam failure

A retired NHS nurse from London lost her entire life savings in an authorised push payment scam. The Financial Ombudsman Service has now ruled HSBC must refund Katrina Harrison £50,000 after the bank's security systems failed to prevent the fraud.

Holiday rep jailed for £40k benefits fraud scam

A former holiday rep who swindled over £40,000 in benefits by claiming she was too ill to work has been jailed after being caught living a double life in Turkey. Read the full story of her deception.

Vinted Designer Bag Scam: Seller Left With Nothing

A UK seller shares her devastating story of selling a luxury designer bag on Vinted, only to be left empty-handed after a sophisticated buyer scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.

Family's 1,800-mile dash after booking Cornwall in Spain

A British family's dream holiday to Cornwall turned into an 18-hour, 1,800-mile nightmare after a booking error sent them to the wrong country. Discover how their Spanish detour became a frantic race against time.

Fake 'Closing Down Sale' Scam Targeting UK Shoppers Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated 'closing down sale' scams on social media, with fake ads from counterfeit brands tricking Brits out of thousands. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect your money.

August Bank Holiday 2025: Full Opening Hours Guide

Your complete guide to August Bank Holiday 2025 trading hours. Find out when major supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's will be open, plus pub hours and which shops will be trading.

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