Detectorist jailed for eBay Roman artefact fraud
A metal detectorist who faked major Roman finds, including a brooch bought on eBay, has been sentenced. Discover how his deception unravelled and the risk to heritage.
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Maya Jama battles Grok AI over explicit fake images
Love Island host Maya Jama is spearheading a campaign against X's AI bot Grok, which is creating non-consensual explicit images of women. As regulators lag, victims take action.
Musk's X AI Grok creates fake sexualised images, warns UK
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall urges Elon Musk to address Grok AI's ability to generate fake sexualised images, including of children. Read the latest on this urgent warning.
Fake admiral fined for Remembrance Sunday deception
A 65-year-old man has been ordered to pay nearly £800 after admitting to wearing an unauthorised Royal Navy admiral's uniform at a Llandudno remembrance event. Read the full court details.
Volunteer officer sacked over fake police car
A volunteer Met Police officer was dismissed after fitting blue lights and sirens to his own car and driving it around London. Discover the full story and the hearing's findings.
Man guilty of fake uniform at Remembrance ceremony
A 65-year-old man admitted to wearing an unauthorised Rear Admiral uniform with 12 medals at a Remembrance Sunday service in Wales. Discover the full story of the deception uncovered by online sleuths.
Birmingham crowds tricked by fake NYE fireworks again
Hundreds of revellers in Birmingham's Centenary Square were left disappointed after a promised fireworks display failed to materialise for the second year running, following false online claims.
Birmingham's Fake New Year Fireworks Display Draws Crowds
Hundreds of revellers braved the cold for a New Year's Eve fireworks display in Birmingham's Centenary Square that never happened, duped by online misinformation. Discover how fake events strain emergency services.
Ancient Egypt's Ramses II Exhibition Comes to Battersea
A landmark exhibition, Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold, opens at Battersea Power Station in February 2026. See 180 priceless artefacts, many never before in the UK. Book tickets now.
London NYE Fireworks 2026: Ticket Scam Alert
Travel experts warn of 'ticket screenshot' scams ahead of London's New Year's Eve fireworks. Learn how to spot fakes and protect yourself from being turned away.
The AI Reporter Hoax: A Global Journalism Scandal
A City AM editor's investigation into a suspicious pitch uncovers a global network of AI-generated journalism, fake identities, and the human cost of automation. Discover the shocking truth behind the bylines.
240,000 Fake Labubu Dolls Seized in UK Christmas Crackdown
Border Force seizes over 260,000 counterfeit toys in 2025, with dangerous fake Labubu dolls making up 90%. Experts warn parents of choking and toxic chemical risks.
BBC urged to resist 'entrumpification' after error sparks outrage
The BBC faces orchestrated attacks after an editorial mistake. Experts warn of 'entrumpification' - a political trap weaponising accuracy. Read how the broadcaster can defend its independence.
Couple jailed for 19 years over murder-suicide plot
A woman and her former Royal Marine lover have been sentenced to 19 years for plotting to murder her husband in a caravan and stage it as a suicide. Read the full shocking details.
Couple jailed for 19 years over caravan murder plot
A woman and her former Royal Marine lover have each been sentenced to 19 years for conspiring to murder her husband in a caravan and stage it as a suicide. Read the full story.
Couple jailed for 19 years over fake suicide murder plot
Michelle Mills and Geraint Berry plotted to kill her husband in a caravan and stage his suicide. Read the full details of the chilling conspiracy and police investigation.
EastEnders star Rudolph Walker denies fake death rumours
EastEnders legend Rudolph Walker reassures fans he is alive and well after fake news of his death circulates online. The actor, 86, will be back on set.
Stopping 'WhatsApp Aunties' falling for AI fake news
A journalist's own experience with AI-generated content reveals how to sensitively help diaspora elders navigate online misinformation. Learn key strategies for crucial family conversations.
Shenmue 4 trailer leak: Real or AI fake?
A leaked trailer for an unannounced Shenmue 4 has fans divided over its authenticity ahead of The Game Awards. Is it a genuine reveal or a sophisticated AI hoax? Read the full analysis.
The Wild World of Fake Movies Within Real Films
From 'Home Alone' to 'The Holiday', fake films within movies are a fascinating art form. Discover how they're made and why audiences wish they were real.
YouTube Scam Adverts Exposed: Experts Warn of Rise
YouTube users are being targeted by a wave of scam adverts, including fake government grants and explicit content. Experts warn the problem is set to worsen. Here's what you need to know and how to report them.
Man jailed for 40 months after stealing nurse's identity
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in care homes across the North East has been jailed for 40 months. Ashton Guramatunhu's fraud earned him nearly £173,000. Read the full investigation details.
Fake nurse jailed for £170k fraud
A man who posed as a registered nurse, fraudulently earning over £170,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full details of the case.
Black Friday 'Spray and Pay' Parcel Scam Warning
Criminals are exploiting Black Friday shopping confusion with fake delivery texts. Learn how to spot the 'spray and pay' fraud and protect your bank details this Christmas.
Amazon's Black Friday scam warning to 300M customers
Amazon alerts 300 million customers about sophisticated Black Friday scams including fake messages and AI-generated reviews. Learn how to protect yourself during the festive shopping season.
Europol seizes £8m in dangerous counterfeit toys
Europol confiscates over 8 million dangerous counterfeit toys worth £8m in pre-Christmas crackdown. Protect your children from unsafe products this festive season.
Amazon warns 300 million customers about holiday scams
Amazon issues urgent warning about five sophisticated scams targeting shoppers during Black Friday. Learn how to protect your personal data and finances this festive season.
Young footballer dies in fake agent extortion scheme
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
Trump pardon may excuse all 2020 voter fraud
Legal experts reveal Donald Trump's pardon for Giuliani is so broad it may have inadvertently pardoned any US citizen who committed voter fraud in the 2020 election. Discover the implications.
Fake Labubu toys seized in Reading safety raid
Over 100 counterfeit Labubu toys posing a choking hazard have been seized in Reading. Discover how to spot dangerous fakes and protect your children this Christmas.
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