Cardzone store in Didcot to close with 50% off sale
Cardzone launches a huge 50% off closing down sale at its Didcot store, set to shut on 10 January 2026. Plus, River Island and Poundland announce further UK store closures.
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Drunken thief returns stolen mandolins with apology
A man accused of stealing two valuable mandolins from a US music store returned them with a note reading 'Sorry, I been drunk'. Read the full story of this unusual crime and recovery.
John Lewis recalls wooden toy over choking risk
John Lewis urgently recalls a wooden kitchen roleplay toy sold from September to November. The product poses a choking hazard for under-3s. Return for a full refund.
John Lewis Toy Recalled Over Choking Risk to Babies
John Lewis urgently recalls a children's playset due to a serious choking hazard. The Office for Product Safety & Standards confirms it fails safety regulations. Stop using it immediately.
Organised Crime Targets UK Building Sites Over Christmas
Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.
Spirit Airlines agents charged with theft of passenger's purse
Two Spirit Airlines agents face theft charges after allegedly stealing a passenger's designer purse from Fort Lauderdale airport. Read the full details of the incident and investigation.
Hidden Dangers in Popular Children's Christmas Toys
Parents urged to check safety of festive gifts as experts warn of risks from magnets, water beads and classic toys. Learn how to keep playtime safe this Christmas.
Pair Sing 'Santa Baby' During Essex Shop Robbery
Shocking CCTV captures two thieves singing 'Santa Baby' as they steal from a family-run convenience store in Essex. Police are hunting the brazen pair after the pre-Christmas raid.
Thieves sing 'Santa Baby' during Christmas shop raid
Shocking CCTV captures two thieves pillaging a family-run hardware store while singing 'Santa Baby'. The audacious burglary in Bury St Edmunds has left the community outraged. Read the full story.
Yorkshire dad's epic 60-mile trip for sold-out toy
A Yorkshire father drove 60 miles to secure his daughter's must-have Christmas doll after a stock blunder, earning 'dad of the year' praise. Read his festive ordeal.
Evri driver filmed stealing parcel from doorstep
CCTV footage shows an Evri delivery driver allegedly stealing a parcel from a Hampshire home. The incident highlights the UK's £650m-a-year parcel theft epidemic. Read the full story.
Spirit Airlines staff charged with theft of passenger's designer bag
Two Spirit Airlines employees face petit theft charges after allegedly stealing a passenger's Louis Vuitton wristlet left at a Florida airport gate. Read the full investigation details.
Santas Rob Montreal Store to 'Give Food to Needy'
A group of 40 activists dressed as Santa and elves stole groceries in Montreal, distributing them to highlight soaring food prices and corporate profits. Read the full story.
David Jones to close Castle Hill and Tuggerah stores
The David Jones retail chain announces the permanent closure of its Castle Hill and Tuggerah stores in early 2026, ending over three decades of service. Shoppers and staff react with sadness.
Police recover swallowed Fabergé pendant in New Zealand
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable Fabergé egg pendant, six days after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
Macy's Reversal: From Decline to Profit with Store Revamp
Macy's posts third straight sales beat, expects profit after decades of losses. The secret? Cleaner stores and focused leadership under new CEO Tony Spring. Discover the retail revival strategy.
Man accused of swallowing £15k Fabergé pendant in NZ
A 32-year-old man in Auckland is under police guard, accused of swallowing a rare £15,000 Fabergé octopus pendant. Officers await 'nature to take its course' as the suspect remains in custody.
Smyths Toys Christmas alert for online shoppers
Smyths Toys warns parents about its clear packaging for Click & Collect orders, potentially ruining Christmas surprises. Discover how to keep gifts secret this festive season.
Europol seizes £8m in dangerous counterfeit toys
Europol confiscates 8 million fake toys before Christmas. Protect your children from dangerous counterfeits. Learn how to spot unsafe products.
Lidl's Christmas Toy Sale: 260+ Deals From £3.99
Lidl launches a major toy sale with over 260 items from £3.99. Get 10% off with Lidl Plus on brands like Lego, Pokémon & Bluey. Perfect for Christmas gifts!
Thief steals $800 during employee's fatal heart attack
A Portland liquor store employee suffered a fatal heart attack while a thief pretended to help before stealing $800. Police are investigating the disturbing incident that occurred on October 25.
Children Test and Review Top 15 Christmas Toys 2025
For the first time, children have tested the DreamToys top 15 Christmas list. Discover which toys got the seal of approval from the UK's toughest critics.
TikTok's Viral Grocery Store Meadow Lane Opens in Tribeca
After 17 months of viral TikTok hype, Sammy Nussdorf's luxury grocery store, Meadow Lane, opens in Tribeca. Discover the pricey prepared foods and niche offerings attracting crowds.
Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
Saks Off Fifth Closing Nine Stores Across US
Saks Off Fifth announces closure of nine US stores including flagship NYC location. Company confirms no bankruptcy filing despite restructuring. Read the full details.
Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree
A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.
UK Phone Snatching Crisis: New Cartoon Exposes Urban Crime
A startling new cartoon commentary reveals how mobile phone theft has evolved into a sophisticated criminal enterprise plaguing UK streets, with thieves employing increasingly brazen tactics.
Thief's luxury boutique break-in caught on CCTV
Shocking CCTV reveals the moment a brazen thief casually broke into an exclusive Marylebone designer store, methodically searching for valuables and a hidden safe during an overnight raid in one of London's most affluent neighbourhoods.
Opera-singing thief stuns Melbourne supermarket shoppers
In an extraordinary scene at a Coles supermarket in Prahran, a theatrical thief performed opera while allegedly stealing high-value electronics, leaving security guards and shoppers utterly bewildered.
Manhole cover thief caught on camera in Orpington
Shocking CCTV footage captures a brazen thief stealing heavy metal manhole covers from residential streets in Orpington, sparking safety concerns and police investigation.
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