Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam
Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.
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How to make friends at university without alcohol
Discover practical strategies for building a vibrant social life at uni without relying on booze. From sober societies to daytime events, learn how to forge genuine connections and thrive.
Student's £1,200 Fake Uber Nightmare in Leeds
A 21-year-old student from Leeds was defrauded of £1,200 after falling victim to a sophisticated fake Uber scam. Learn how the con unfolded and the crucial safety tips to protect yourself.
Chilling Texts Revealed Before Utah Roommate Fatal Stabbing
Exclusive: Disturbing text messages show Tyler Robinson's desperate attempts to calm his agitated roommate, Troy Michael Bailey, just hours before the fatal stabbing in their Utah apartment. New details emerge as police make an arrest.
2025 Student Nightlife Guide: Party Smart & Safe
Discover the essential 2025 guide to navigating university nightlife safely and affordably. Learn top tips for pre-drinks, budgeting, venue choices, and staying safe for an unforgettable student experience.
Netflix Exposes UK's Tinder Swindler in New Doc
Netflix unveils 'Love, Con & Revenge', a gripping new documentary investigating a real-life Tinder romance scammer who conned women across the UK. Discover the shocking story of deception and the victims' fight for justice.
Missing Utah student's last text: 'I'm being followed'
The chilling disappearance of 23-year-old University of Utah student MacKenzie 'Kenzie' Lueck after she texted her mother she was being followed. Police continue their search.
1960s Student Survival: Frugal Living & Money Hacks
A nostalgic look back at the ingenious and frugal money-saving hacks that defined student life in the Swinging Sixties, from cheap meals to rent struggles.
10 Essential Money-Saving Hacks for UK Students
Struggling with the cost of living as a student? Discover expert-backed tips on budgeting, cooking, and finding hidden discounts to make your loan stretch further this academic year.
Woman loses £200k to 'English accent' NAB phone scam
A Melbourne woman was conned out of her life savings by fraudsters impersonating NAB security with polished English accents. This in-depth report reveals the sophisticated tactics used and crucial safety tips to avoid becoming the next victim.
Bank Scam Warning: Your Savings Could Vanish in Seconds
Exclusive: Brits are being targeted by sophisticated 'safe account' scams that drain life savings instantly. Victims reveal horror stories as banks refuse refunds. Learn how to protect yourself NOW.
Telstra Identity Fraud Scam: Official Warning Issued
Exclusive: A sophisticated new identity fraud scam is impersonating Australian telecoms giant Telstra, tricking victims into handing over personal documents. Here's how to protect yourself.
US student fatally shot near Utah university campus
Charlie Kirk, a 19-year-old student from Texas, was fatally shot near Utah Valley University. Police are investigating the circumstances of the late-night incident that has shocked the local community.
Tinder Scam Victims Hunt Down Catfish in UK Investigation
An exclusive investigation reveals how two British women, scammed out of thousands by a Tinder fraudster, turned detective to track down their catfish and expose his true identity in a story stranger than fiction.
University Packing List 2025: Essential Guide
Heading to uni this September? Don't overpack! Our expert guide reveals the essential items every student needs - and what to leave behind. From kitchen must-haves to study essentials, we've got you covered.
Doorbell Danger: UK Parcel Delivery Scam Warning
UK police issue urgent alert as criminals use fake parcel delivery doorbell rings to case properties. Learn the signs and how to protect your home from this brazen new tactic.
Martin Lewis: Urgent Warning Over New 'Hi Mum' WhatsApp Scam
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals a sophisticated new 'Hi Mum' WhatsApp scam sweeping the UK, with urgent advice on how to protect yourself and your family from devastating financial losses.
O2 Warning: Fake 'Network Update' Text Scam Targets Customers
O2 issues an urgent alert to millions of its customers across the UK about a sophisticated 'smishing' scam. Learn how to spot the fake text message and protect your finances from fraudsters.
Urgent UK Warning: iPhone Scam Draining Bank Accounts
UK banking customers are being targeted by a sophisticated iPhone scam draining PayPal and bank accounts. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this alarming new threat.
Taxi Meter Scam: How Tourists Are Being Ripped Off
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking taxi meter scam targeting British tourists abroad. Learn the red flags and essential tips to protect your holiday budget from this sophisticated fraud.
UK Warning: Fake Powerball & Publishers Clearing House Scam Emails
The National Trading Standards Scams Team issues an urgent warning to UK households about a surge in sophisticated fake lottery and prize draw emails falsely using the Powerball and Publishers Clearing House brands to steal money and personal data.
Mum Fakes Daughter's Cancer In Shocking Netflix Scam Story
A shocking Netflix documentary exposes Kendra Licari, the Michigan mother who masterminded an elaborate online hoax, pretending her daughter was dying of cancer to con thousands from sympathetic donors.
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.
Mystery as Alabama student vanishes without a trace
The University of Alabama community is gripped by fear as freshman Caleb 'CJ' Rivers vanishes from campus, leaving behind his wallet, phone, and car. A desperate search is underway as his family pleads for answers.
Student's final texts to mum before fatal fall revealed
Exclusive: The heart-wrenching final text messages sent by university student Ally Hufford, 19, to her mother moments before she fell to her death from a moving vehicle have been revealed, as her family demands answers.
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.
Elderly woman scammed by fake astronaut in 'oxygen' con
A cruel love scammer posing as a NASA astronaut conned a vulnerable elderly woman into sending thousands of pounds for 'emergency oxygen' for his spaceship. The sophisticated fraud preys on the lonely.
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