Student blackmailed in 'sextortion' plot, police say
A 23-year-old student was blackmailed after sending intimate pictures online. Two people, including a Wolverhampton man, have been charged. Police urge victims to come forward.
A 23-year-old student was blackmailed after sending intimate pictures online. Two people, including a Wolverhampton man, have been charged. Police urge victims to come forward.
A private investigator exposed a fraudster who pretended to be a successful businessman while serving a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated dating scam.
Refuge charity warns of a disturbing rise in AI-generated fake nudes. Calls grow for tech firms to be held accountable and for stronger laws to protect women and girls online.
Football legend Michael Owen partners with Casino.org as their exclusive UK & Ireland affiliate ambassador for 2026, citing the platform's commitment to player safety.
Amit Ghose, 36, from Birmingham, shares his journey to confidence after childhood eye removal, confronting cruel online trolls who question if his face is real. Read his inspiring story.
Staffordshire Police issue urgent warning after sellers on Facebook Marketplace are tricked with counterfeit notes. Learn how to spot fake money and protect yourself.
ASOS updates its returns policy from January 6, introducing a £3.95 fee for some returns. Shoppers can avoid the charge under specific conditions. Learn how the new rule affects you.
UK savers holding over £5,000 with major high street banks are urged to switch to online accounts for better returns as rates are cut. Discover the top three savings accounts now.
Money experts warn savers with major high street banks like Nationwide, Lloyds, and NatWest could be missing out on far better interest rates offered by online providers. Discover the top accounts now.
Motorists renewing their driving licence at the Post Office face a 50% surcharge compared to the online fee. Learn how to avoid the extra cost and a potential £1000 fine.
A Birmingham private investigator reveals the shocking scale of romance fraud and catfishing, urging victims to trust their instincts. Learn how to spot the signs and protect yourself.
Nationwide Building Society customers were left without expected payments after a major app and online banking failure. Read the latest on the outage and what to do if affected.
UK concert fans lost £9.7m to ticket scams in 2024, with 10,000 cases reported. Experts warn of fake sites and share crucial red flags to avoid fraud. Learn how to protect yourself.
HMRC clarifies tax rules for UK households selling unwanted Christmas presents online. Learn the £6,000 threshold and when you must declare income to avoid penalties.
Hundreds of revellers were left disappointed in Birmingham city centre after a non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks display was falsely advertised online for the second consecutive year. Police had issued warnings.
The UK government unveils a £1bn strategy to tackle violence against women and girls, banning 'nudification' apps and introducing smartphone filters to block explicit images.
The DWP is piloting a new online claim system for Attendance Allowance, used by 1.7 million pensioners. Learn how to apply and what the changes mean for you.
Halifax announces eight more branch closures in early 2026, part of Lloyds Banking Group's ongoing shift towards digital services. See the full list of affected locations.
A petition on housing asylum seekers in Dudley, gaining over 3,000 signatures, triggered a full council debate. Discover the other local issues that mobilised residents in 2025.
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, faces US deportation. He accuses big tech of a 'corrupting influence' and urges UK politicians to question using X. Read the full story.
Halifax announces 14 further branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham Bearwood. Over 100 Lloyds Banking Group sites will have shut by end of 2025 as customers move online.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Lush customers across the UK are furious after the retailer's website and app crashed repeatedly during its popular 50% off Boxing Day sale. Read the full story of the online shopping nightmare.
West Midlands Police urge vigilance against fake websites and phishing emails targeting Boxing Day bargain hunters. Follow their 10 essential tips to stay safe online.
Derbyshire Police issue urgent safety warning after children are invited to join a WhatsApp and Snapchat group with over 500 members. Parents urged to check app settings and monitor online activity.
Explore the festive surge in VPN purchases, understand if you need one for online safety, and compare top providers and their New Year deals for UK users.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Amber Davies shares an emotional Instagram post after missing out on the glitterball trophy and addresses the online abuse she faced throughout the 2025 series. Read her full statement.