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Facebook Marketplace scammer falsified bank transfers, Tasmania Police allege

A 22-year-old man allegedly falsified bank transfers to scam people using Facebook Marketplace out of goods worth more than $200,000, including cars, motorcycles and electronics, police say.

ABC News · Oct 3, 2022

Scottish wife gives away coffin after husband lives 'longer than she hoped'

The unusual advert for the coffin caused quite the reaction on Facebook Marketplace after the Scottish wife stated that her husband had lived 'longer than she hoped.'

Edinburgh Live · Sep 29, 2022

Wife giving away coffin online after husband lives 'longer than she hoped'

Margaret Stables purchased the silver coffin during lockdown when her husband annoyed her while the couple were drunk but is now looking to declutter by listing it on Facebook

Daily Mirror · Sep 29, 2022

DIY mum saves £700 making kitchen island with bargains she bought on Facebook Marketplace

Rosie Roberts' stylish kitchen centrepiece cost her just £70

Manchester Evening News · Sep 16, 2022

Four ways greedy scammers are cashing in on cost of living crisis

Struggling families are warned to remain alert against texts and sales that promise money or goods but are not what they seem

Chronicle Live · Sep 15, 2022

Four cost of living scams that exploit the cost of living crisis

A number of O2 customers reported phone calls from scammers in August, claiming to offer them a 40% discount

Daily Mirror · Sep 12, 2022

Scottish students warned of five scams in circulation as new term begins

University students have been warned of scams that could see them lose a hefty sum of money as fraudsters target people with millions returning to education this September.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 12, 2022

21 budget-savvy ways to redecorate for free – give your home a refresh without spending a single penny

These are the best ways to give your home a much needed update if you're working with no budget

Ideal Home · Sep 9, 2022

Scottish students issued warning over common university scams found online

As university students around Scotland enrol on their undergraduate courses this September, scammers continue to employ new and creative methods to defraud unsuspecting people.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 7, 2022

Mum shares how she created unique Lego-themed chest of drawers for £42

Keeley decided to design some creative furniture for her daughter's room

Liverpool Echo · Sep 4, 2022