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Writer Michelle Law on her mother's life-shaping idiom

Australian writer Michelle Law reflects on her mother's Cantonese mantra, '要靚唔要命' (you want beauty, you don't want life), and how it shaped her journey from risk-averse teen to practical mother. Read her personal story.

Dad kicked Mum out on Christmas, stepmum moved in a week later

An anonymous writer recounts the traumatic Christmas Day in 2003 when their father violently ejected their mother, leading to a swift remarriage, family estrangement, and a lifelong journey of survival and self-discovery as a transgender person.

The 'Cringe' Era: Why Millennials Lost Their Cool

Explore the cultural shift that made millennials the 'cringe' generation. From side fringes to 'Live, Laugh, Love', discover the social and economic forces behind the loss of cool. Listen to the full analysis.

Broadcaster's Childhood Terror in Abusive Home

Broadcaster Charlie Webster reveals her childhood terror of an abusive stepfather, hiding in her room and wetting herself to avoid him. She now campaigns to protect children from domestic violence.

Britain's Decade-Long Crisis of Hope Deepens

A profound loss of hope is gripping Britain as rising costs and structural failures trap the young and middle class. Record numbers are leaving. Read the analysis.

Judi Love's Comedy Tour Finds Humour in Past Trauma

Comedian Judi Love reveals how laughter helped her heal from trauma as she prepares for 23-date tour 'All About the Love'. The TV star discusses her journey from social work to comedy stardom.

£7 Trillion UK Wealth Transfer Changes Money Control

A £7 trillion wealth shift is moving from older generations to younger Britons, with women inheriting more than ever. Discover how this transfer impacts families and why expert financial advice is crucial.

Share Your Treasured Family Recipes

The Guardian's Feast wants your cherished recipes passed down through generations. Share the stories behind your family's culinary heritage for a chance to be featured.

German coalition crisis over pension reform

A rebellion by young conservative MPs over Germany's pension reforms threatens to collapse Friedrich Merz's coalition government. Discover the €120bn generational divide.

UK FGM survivors forced abroad for surgery

FGM survivors in the UK are being forced to fund their own treatment abroad as reconstructive surgery remains unavailable on the NHS, despite being freely accessible in other European countries.

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