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National & Local

Nationwide members who act within 90 days could save money

Nationwide is offering its members the chance to save money through its Member Credit Card, which features 0% introductory deals to help manage debt and expenses.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

"Funny that you could almost buy a house with a credit card" โ€“ The price of this house is astonishing

A wooden detached house in Oulais, Finland, is on the market for a surprisingly low price of โ‚ฌ10,000, mostly due to water damage and its designation as demolition-ready.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Why capping credit card interest rates will kill credit for working families

The article argues that capping credit card interest rates could lead to unintended consequences that harm working families and small businesses by reducing supply.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

Credit Card Rules: Can you go to jail for not paying your credit card bill? Know the legal truths and ways to avoid it

The article discusses the legal implications of not paying credit card bills in India, clarifying that while it is generally a civil matter, fraudulent behavior could lead to legal consequences.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

"Lost Credit Card" Suspected of Fraudulently Reissuing by Impersonating the Owner

Four men have been arrested for fraudulently reissuing a credit card by impersonating the actual owner, leading to unauthorized purchases worth nearly 4 million yen.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

From LPG and PAN to Credit Cards... 5 Major Changes Will Be Implemented in the Country from April 1

Starting April 1, India will see five significant changes affecting various sectors, including LPG prices and new tax rules.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Does it have a 'Carrefour Pass' card? The Supreme Court rules in favor of customers in the first collective lawsuit against 'revolving' cards

The Supreme Court of Spain has ruled in favor of customers in a landmark case against Carrefour's revolving credit cards, allowing for the recovery of excessive interest charges.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BBC expert's major Amazon and eBay credit card purchase warning

A BBC expert warns consumers to be cautious when using credit cards on shopping and holiday booking platforms due to potential loopholes in consumer protection.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Senator Elizabeth Warren: President Trump's broken promise on credit cards

Senator Elizabeth Warren criticizes President Trump for failing to cap credit card interest rates, which could save American families significant money.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Is the Brat credit card from Charli XCX's The Moment real?

The Brat credit card from Charli XCX's mockumentary 'The Moment' is purely fictional, yet a real version has emerged as a promotional tool following the film's release.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

F.A.Z. Exclusive: Is the Spanish BBVA Overtaking ING with Its Own Credit Card?

The Spanish digital bank BBVA plans to launch a credit card for its German customers ahead of the summer travel season, expanding its services to compete with other neobanks.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

How and why Europe is 'responding' to Visa and Mastercard

A French judge faces severe consequences after being sanctioned by the U.S. for issuing an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leading to broader implications for the International Criminal Court and its judges regarding credit card use.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Life & Tech

Best Credit Card Casinos: 15 Gambling Sites That Accept Visa and Mastercard in 2026

A guide to the best credit card casinos of 2026, highlighting safe, fast, and reputable gambling sites that accept Visa and Mastercard.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
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National & Local

Biathlete Julia Simon: The Others Pay the Price for the Fraud

Biathlete Julia Simon's credit card fraud has cast a shadow over the successful French women's biathlon team.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Credit card rates hit 'eye watering' record high amid 'toxic mix' warning

Credit card rates in the UK have reached a record high, significantly impacting millions of customers with unprecedented borrowing costs.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Crime & Justice

Quebec police bust sophisticated forged documents operation

Quebec provincial police have arrested two men involved in a sophisticated counterfeit ID and credit card operation, following a raid that uncovered numerous forged documents.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Great Britain fears that Donald Trump will destroy the credit card payment system and is seeking an alternative

The UK is accelerating plans to launch an alternative to Mastercard and Visa amid concerns that Donald Trump may dismantle the global payment system.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Warning to people using one type of card as cost at '20-year high'

The average credit card purchase APR in the UK has reached a 20-year high of 35.8%, prompting concerns for borrowers regarding their debt.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The millionaire's credit card wasn't accepted in Italy โ€“ this is how he handled the payment to the restaurant

Snoop Dogg faced a credit card issue while ordering food in Italy during the Winter Olympics but was graciously allowed to take his order without payment.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

HSBC and Visa launch card to win over the new Premier generation

HSBC Mexico and Visa have launched the HSBC One+ Visa card targeting middle to high-income clients seeking valuable experiences and rewards in their everyday spending.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Why physical ID theft is harder to fix than credit card fraud

A woman's experience with identity theft highlights the complexities and challenges of resolving physical ID theft compared to credit card fraud.

Feb 15 โ€ข 16:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues 'important' 1p credit card 'warning' as Brits may get caught out

Martin Lewis warns that ignoring credit card guidelines could lead to financial losses for British consumers.

Feb 15 โ€ข 01:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Child goes out to buy aรงaรญ for R$ 24, and mother receives a R$ 650 bill split in two payments

A mother was shocked to find that her son's purchase of two aรงaรญ cups for R$ 24 resulted in a credit card charge of R$ 650.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Millions of Farmers' Joy... These 4 Major Changes are Coming in KCC, RBI's Announcement!

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed significant changes to the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme to improve loan coverage and limits for farmers.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Woman owes $3,556 for cruise she already paid for after falling victim to elaborate Zelle scam

A woman has been banned from sailing after falling victim to a scam that saw her pay for a cruise with Zelle, only for the consultant to pocket the money and use a stolen credit card.

Feb 13 โ€ข 23:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Banks, credit card companies, insurers, and prepaid medical services must start issuing electronic invoices

A new regulation mandates banks, credit card issuers, insurers, prepaid medical services, and schools in Argentina to begin issuing electronic invoices from July 2026.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
Sports

Thieving gold, the French are furious. Convicted Simon is outraged by a special gesture

French biathlete Julia Simon, who was recently convicted for credit card theft, stirred controversy by celebrating her gold medal win at the Olympics with a provocative gesture.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Flags and machines dispute over more than R$ 5 billion left by Will Bank and Fictor

Mastercard and American Express are in a dispute over who should bear the costs related to credit card defaults from Will Bank and Fictor, which amounts to over R$ 5 billion.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Olympic medalist convicted of crime before the games โ€“ dirty trick against teammate

French biathlete Julia Simon has been found guilty of fraud and theft, just before the Olympics, after a teammate reported her for using her credit card without permission.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Aura Salla from the National Coalition Party warns: Credit cards have a hidden kill switch

Aura Salla, a Member of the European Parliament from Finland, warns that credit card payments in Europe could be halted by political decisions due to a hidden 'kill switch' feature in credit card technologies.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Julien Simon from France, on probation, becomes a biathlon double championโ€ฆ Colleague victim finishes 80th

Julien Simon, a French biathlete serving probation for credit card fraud, has won two gold medals at the Olympics, while a teammate and victim of the fraud finished in 80th place.

Feb 12 โ€ข 05:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Narcoman who charged with terminal and delivered drugs with a bucket and rope through a window in Mexico City | Video

Police in Mexico City arrested a suspected drug dealer who operated a mobile drug sales system, utilizing credit card transactions and delivering drugs through a window.

Feb 12 โ€ข 01:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
Sports

French biathlete strikes Olympic gold months after fraud conviction

French biathlete Julia Simon wins gold at the Winter Olympics just months after being convicted of credit card fraud involving her teammate.

Feb 11 โ€ข 21:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Sports

Olympic Champion Julia Simon: 'I Live for These Emotions'

Julia Simon, after being convicted of credit card fraud, has risen to become an Olympic champion in biathlon.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Sports

French biathlete guilty of fraud wins Olympic gold while scammed teammate comes 80th

A French biathlete convicted of credit card fraud against her teammate won gold at the Olympics, while the victim of her fraud finished in 80th place.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Owners of card machines are arrested in operation against purchases with stolen cards in Piauรญ

In Piauรญ, Brazil, police arrested three individuals involved in an operation targeting fraudulent credit card transactions using stolen cards.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

New Scam: You Take Care of Nothing, the Phone Reads the Card Itself. And You're Out of Money

A new scam tactic involves phones automatically reading credit cards without user knowledge, leaving victims without their money.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Sports

Credit Card Fraudster Usurped Her Victim โ€“ Now Has Won Olympic Gold

Julia Simon, a French biathlete recently convicted of credit card fraud, celebrated her first Olympic gold medal in the mixed relay event, surprising many given her recent legal troubles.

Feb 9 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Even debt adjusters can use deferred transport check cards

Individuals with low credit scores undergoing debt adjustment will now be able to use deferred transport check cards and access new credit card options to ease financial burdens.

Feb 9 โ€ข 00:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Age of AI Agents and Card Payments [Hello, Crypto]

The article discusses the growing role of AI agents in managing transactions and reservations, raising questions about the adaptability of existing payment systems like credit cards.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Mercado Pago sells Anitta's clothing for R$250 in an effort to expand credit card user base

Mercado Pago is selling outfits worn by singer Anitta during her "Ensaios da Anitta" tour, exclusively to credit card users, starting at R$250 each with a limit of one per person.

Feb 5 โ€ข 17:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Crime & Justice

Shocking hotel shooting in the USA: police officer dead, another seriously injured

A routine check on a possible credit card fraud escalated into a shooting at a Holiday Inn Express, resulting in the death of Officer Pradeep Tamang and serious injuries to his colleague David Reed.

Feb 4 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Secured While Traveling: Why Credit Card Insurance Often Fails on Vacation

This article discusses the gaps in travel insurance provided by premium credit cards, particularly focusing on business cards and longer trips.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Secured while traveling: Why credit card insurances often fail on vacation

Expensive credit cards advertise comprehensive insurance packages, but the protection is often inadequate, especially for business cards and long trips.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Sen. Bernie Sanders: We need to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, Trump is right

Senator Bernie Sanders argues for capping credit card interest rates at 10% in light of growing wealth inequality in America, stating that the wealthiest individuals continue to amass vast fortunes while the working class suffers.

Feb 2 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Conservative influencer calls out Trump's credit card cap as proposal that 'socialists' support

Conservative influencer Arynne Wexler criticized President Trump's credit card rate cap proposal, labeling it a socialist policy, despite sharing an alma mater with him.

Jan 16 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

GOP senator pushes Trump's 10% credit card rate cap as party leaders push back

Senator Roger Marshall aims to introduce legislation to cap credit card interest rates at 10% in line with Trump's proposal, but faces significant opposition from Republican leadership concerned about potential negative consequences for credit availability.

Jan 15 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
Life & Tech

Why Banks Are So Worried About a 10% Credit Card Rate Cap

The article discusses concerns from banks regarding the potential implementation of a 10% cap on credit card interest rates.

Jan 14 โ€ข 21:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Banks Ready Battle Plans to Save Their Credit Card Businesses

Banks are developing strategic plans to protect their credit card businesses amid increasing competition and regulatory challenges.

Jan 14 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Martin Lewis warns of 'dangerous' debt that is 'worse than a credit card'

Martin Lewis has cautioned that certain types of debt, with interest rates of up to 40%, can be more detrimental than credit cards as individuals manage their finances.

Jan 14 โ€ข 12:25 UTC

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