Traitors star: Church tried to 'cure' my homosexuality
Matthew Hyndman from BBC's The Traitors shares his traumatic experience with conversion therapy in Northern Ireland and his campaign to ban the practice across the UK. Read his powerful story.
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Meta blocks 550k teen accounts under Australia ban
Meta deactivated nearly 550,000 accounts for under-16s in the first week of Australia's social media ban. The move is being watched closely as pressure grows for a similar UK ban.
Conservative Plan: Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Kemi Badenoch announces Conservative policy to ban social media for children under 16 and smartphones in schools, mirroring Australian laws. Read the full details.
Landlords fined £700k for illegal 'shoebox' flats
Two landlords have been ordered to pay £679,142 after illegally converting a family home into six cramped flats. Brent Council vows to crack down on rogue operators.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock: Husband's therapy saved marriage
Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock opens up about husband Andre Gray's therapy after his betrayal. The couple, parents to twins, are now in a 'beautiful place'. Read their story.
How Music, Dance and Art Can Improve Your Health
Scientific evidence reveals how engaging with the arts can reduce depression, delay ageing and improve physical health. Discover five evidence-based ways to harness creativity for wellbeing in 2026.
Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks UK 2026: Lumie, Philips & More
Struggling with dark winter mornings? Our expert review reveals the 10 best sunrise alarm clocks for 2026, from budget buys to medical-grade devices. Transform your wake-up routine today.
Inside the excruciating world of cluster headaches
Morgan Ofori and others share their battle with 'suicide headaches', exploring the history, slow diagnosis, and treatments like oxygen therapy. Discover the science behind one of medicine's most painful conditions.
AI Chatbot Trained to Spot Mental Health Issues in Uganda
A groundbreaking AI project in Uganda is using helpline calls to train a therapy chatbot in local languages, aiming to bypass stigma and address the severe mental health workforce shortage. Discover how technology could reshape global care.
UK junk food advert ban comes into full force
A landmark TV and online ban on advertising unhealthy food and drinks is now in effect. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full details.
One Small Change To Strengthen Your Marriage In 2026
A couples therapist reveals the single, powerful shift in self-awareness that can transform your relationship this year. Discover the simple step you can take now.
London's Last Tube Drinking Party: 2008 Ban Anniversary
It's been 18 years since the infamous 'Last Orders' party on the London Underground before Boris Johnson's alcohol ban. We revisit the chaos, controversy, and lasting impact of the 2008 prohibition.
UK man's struggle with out-of-control porn use
Ben Lennard shares his journey with pornography addiction, which began in childhood and escalated in his 20s, damaging his mental health and relationships. More than half of UK therapists report a rise in similar cases.
Expert Tips for Starting New Habits and Skills
Struggling to begin a new habit? Experts reveal how to start running, cooking, dating, therapy and 11 other activities. Learn the basics and take your first step today.
The Beatles help autistic boy find his voice
John Harris reveals how music, especially The Beatles, unlocked a world for his autistic son James. Discover the power of connection and challenge stereotypes. Listen to the full podcast now.
Climbing saved child abuse survivor from PTSD
Award-winning writer Iain Peters, 77, reveals how mountaineering helped him cope with childhood sexual abuse by a BBC Jackanory presenter for over 50 years. His story is a beacon of hope.
US Conservatives Champion Psychedelic Ibogaine for Veterans
Explore how the US political right, including Republican governors and evangelical Christians, is now leading the push to legalise ibogaine, a powerful psychedelic, for treating veterans' PTSD and trauma.
Light boxes help Orkney islanders fight winter SAD
Orkney residents are borrowing 'Wintering Well' light boxes from libraries to tackle seasonal affective disorder during the dark winter months. The UKRI-funded initiative is proving 'super popular'.
UK bans boiling lobsters alive in new animal welfare strategy
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
London boy with rare eye condition backs sight loss appeal
Avi Krishnan, 13, from Pinner, lives with achromatopsia and sees in shades of grey. He and his family are championing Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal for vital research funding.
Syntribation: Hands-Free Orgasms Explained
Discover syntribation, the discreet, hands-free masturbation technique giving women incredible orgasms. Experts reveal its benefits and how to practise it.
Therapy Regulation Gap Puts UK Patients at Risk
Sky News investigation reveals anyone can call themselves a therapist in the UK, leading to distressing patient experiences. MPs demand urgent statutory regulation.
Labour's Animal Welfare Plan Sparks 'War on Countryside' Row
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Therapy Regulation Gap Puts UK Patients at Risk
Sky News investigation reveals anyone can call themselves a therapist in the UK without training. Victims share stories of blurred boundaries and harm, as MPs demand urgent statutory regulation.
NHS gene therapy funding crisis as cures cost millions
Breakthrough gene-editing treatments for rare diseases exist, but costs run to seven figures per patient. Experts warn the current market model is broken, demanding a new social contract for NHS delivery.
Noel Gallagher on childhood stammer & famous Brits who overcame it
Noel Gallagher reveals his childhood stammer struggle. Discover how famous Brits like Rowan Atkinson and Charles Darwin overcame theirs, offering hope and inspiration to young people.
Puppy farms, snares and trail hunting to be banned
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
Overcoming Christmas Loneliness: A Therapeutic Journey
For many, Christmas magnifies feelings of isolation. Discover the therapeutic strategies used to combat festive anxiety and build meaningful social connections for future holidays.
Couple struggles after three years of long-distance
A professional couple in their early 30s, reunited after three years apart, find their relationship strained. Relationship expert Susanna Abse offers crucial advice on rebuilding intimacy and connection.
How to Survive Family Christmas: Expert Advice
Feeling festive dread? Therapists share essential strategies for navigating difficult family dynamics this Christmas, including safe conversation topics, grounding techniques, and post-holiday recovery.
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