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70 Convictions in NY Public Housing Bribery Case

A decade-long New York public housing bribery scheme concludes with 70 convictions after the largest single-day bribery takedown in US Justice Department history. Discover the full story.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

Commons Speaker Faces Prosecution Over China Spying Case

House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle confronts legal action over his handling of a case involving three men charged with spying for China, raising serious questions about parliamentary security and foreign interference.

The Block winners face cash crisis as payments delayed

EXCLUSIVE: Contestants from Channel 9's hit renovation show The Block are facing financial turmoil as promised prize money remains unpaid weeks after filming wrapped, leaving families in desperate situations.

Australia forces banks to maintain cash services

The Australian government announces sweeping new regulations forcing banks to maintain cash services nationwide, protecting vulnerable communities and regional areas from banking deserts.

Australia's New Cash Payment Rules Explained

Australia is implementing sweeping changes to cash payment rules that could affect millions of transactions. Discover what the new limits mean for your wallet and why critics are calling it a war on cash.

China spy suspect caught with £4k cash at Heathrow

Exclusive: Labour's election manifesto faces security questions after a defendant in a major China espionage case was intercepted at Heathrow Airport carrying thousands in cash, raising concerns about foreign interference in British politics.

NSW transport official charged in bribery scandal

A senior NSW transport bureaucrat faces court over accusations of accepting cash bribes from a Portuguese restaurant owner in exchange for lucrative government contracts through fake invoices.

Man's shock as ATM receipt reveals £1.5 million balance

A stunned shopper got the surprise of his life when a cash machine receipt showed an anonymous user had over one and a half million pounds in their account. The bizarre find in Westminster has sparked a major security debate.

Ex-Celtic footballer jailed for money laundering

Former Celtic footballer Anthony Stokes has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a sophisticated money laundering operation involving a stolen cash van and hundreds of thousands of pounds.

Plum Launches Market-Leading 6.17% Easy-Access Cash ISA

Exclusive: The popular money app Plum launches a market-leading Easy-Access Cash ISA with a top-tier 6.17% AER rate, offering a savvy new way for UK savers to beat inflation and use their tax-free allowance.

Centrelink Cash Boost for Millions Starts Tomorrow

Millions of eligible Australians will see a significant increase in their Centrelink payments starting tomorrow, as the federal government's indexation changes come into effect. Here's who qualifies and how much extra you'll receive.

Brits Sell Gold Jewellery as Prices Hit Record High

Soaring gold prices have triggered a national trend, with Britons cashing in on old jewellery and heirlooms. John Lewis & Partners reports a 73% surge in its sell-your-gold service, as experts advise on how to navigate the booming market.

Reeves Rules Out Pension Lump Sums in Retirement Blow

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has shut down the possibility of reintroducing a popular pension policy, dealing a blow to retirees seeking greater financial flexibility. The decision signals a major shift in Labour's retirement strategy.

Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues

Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.

MP Researcher Charged with Spying for China

A parliamentary researcher has been charged with espionage offences for allegedly spying for China, in a major national security breach that has sent shockwaves through Westminster.

CPS drops China espionage case against two men

The Crown Prosecution Service has discontinued its case against Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, accused of spying for China, citing insufficient evidence. The case collapses amid heightened UK-China tensions.

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