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Mother jailed for faking cancer to scam friends £45k

A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.

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.

Katie Price's Mental Health Crisis: 'I'm Fragile'

Former glamour model Katie Price opens up about her severe mental health battle and family turmoil following her mother's terminal diagnosis and ongoing personal struggles in an emotional new podcast.

Terminally ill woman loses inheritance court battle

A terminally ill mother from Surrey was disinherited by her own mother, who left the entire £325,000 estate to her other daughter, sparking a bitter legal battle over promises and family duty.

Ex-Premier League Star In Palliative Care

The football community unites in support of a former Premier League player who has entered palliative care following a devastating diagnosis, with tributes pouring in from across the sport.

Perth mum jailed for faking cancer in donation scam

A mother-of-four and former kickboxer from Perth has been sentenced to prison after concocting an elaborate lie about having terminal cancer to swindle thousands in donations from her community.

Lords Debate Historic Assisted Dying Bill

The House of Lords engages in a pivotal debate on Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill, examining the profound ethical, legal, and medical implications of legalising assisted dying for terminally ill adults in the UK.

Mirren & McKellen Demand Assisted Dying Law Reform

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen join forces in a powerful plea to the House of Lords, urging Parliament to back Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill and end the 'immense suffering' of terminally ill Britons.

Jessie J's Candid Health Update Before Performance

British pop sensation Jessie J opens up about her ongoing health struggles and the immense pressure of performing while managing a chronic condition, offering a raw and honest look into her life as a performer.

Trump Slapped with £328m Fine in NY Fraud Case

New York's Attorney General Letitia James slams former President Donald Trump with a colossal £328 million penalty for decades of systemic financial fraud, marking a seismic legal and financial blow.

Johnnie Walker's Widow Reveals Turmoil With Carer

Annie Walker, widow of comedian Johnnie Walker, opens up about her turbulent relationship with her carer and her heartbreaking final days battling a terminal respiratory disease in an emotional and candid interview.

UK Alert: 6 Dangerous Scams Targeting Your Family

Exclusive guide to the six most dangerous financial scams circulating in the UK. Learn how to protect yourself and vulnerable loved ones from sophisticated fraudsters. Essential reading for every household.

AI Voice Cloning Scams Sweep UK: How to Protect Yourself

Exclusive: A shocking new wave of AI-powered voice cloning scams is sweeping the nation, with criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate loved ones. Experts warn this sophisticated fraud is 'here to stay' as cases surge. Learn the red flags and ho

Queen's Crime Writer Hunted by Online Crooks

Bestselling author and friend to the Royal Family, Penny Vincenzi, is targeted in a sophisticated online scam, exposing the growing threat of cybercrime against high-profile figures in Britain.

FCA Alert: Protect Your Money From Clone Firm Scams

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority issues an urgent warning as sophisticated 'clone firm' investment scams skyrocket, with criminals stealing millions from UK savers. Learn how to spot the red flags.

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