Kinship carers sleep on sofas due to lack of support
A Sky News investigation reveals kinship carers are sacrificing beds and jobs to keep children out of care. New support laws are pending. Read the full story.
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Nurse's 20-year tradition of working Christmas in hospice
Leaah Deans, 41, leaves her own family each Christmas to care for terminally ill patients at a Marie Curie hospice, ensuring their final festive season is filled with dignity and magic.
Derbyshire Care Home Closures Spark 'Betrayal' Claims
Derbyshire County Council's plan to shut eight residential care homes after a failed sale has been called a 'betrayal', putting over 200 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story.
Care leavers get free prescriptions, police scrap hate logs
Young people leaving care in England to receive free prescriptions and dental care until 25. Police chiefs plan to abolish 'non-crime hate incident' recordings in a major policy shift. Read the latest UK political updates.
Police Leaders Urge Scrapping of Non-Crime Hate Logs
National police leaders recommend replacing the non-crime hate incident system with a 'common sense' approach, focusing only on serious anti-social behaviour. Read the full review details.
UK Weighs Australia-Style Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly assessing an Australian policy that bars under-16s from platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Could the UK follow suit? Read the latest.
Govt advisor: Starmer lacks social mobility strategy
The chair of the Social Mobility Commission warns Keir Starmer has no coherent plan to tackle entrenched inequalities, as youth unemployment hits a three-year high. Read the exclusive report.
Trump's Truth Social: A Window Seen by Just 3% of Americans
As Donald Trump governs via Truth Social, a platform used by only 3% of US adults, crucial details about policy, mental state, and erratic behaviour risk going unseen by the public. Explore the implications.
Student Group Seeks to Reform Elite US Universities
A grassroots student network, formed after the affirmative action ruling, is drafting a new 'academic social contract' to challenge elitism and redirect universities towards the public good. Discover their third way.
Barchester's 12 Ways to Care This Christmas Initiative
Barchester Healthcare launches a national '12 Ways to Care This Christmas' campaign, highlighting simple acts of kindness and encouraging career consideration in care. Read the full story.
Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
Five Teens Challenge Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
Five Australian teenagers are legally challenging a new law banning under-16s from social media. Explore the landmark case, its arguments, and the global implications for digital rights.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia's Tough New Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia enforces one of the world's strictest social media bans for children under 16 this week. We explore the mental health crisis behind the law, its impact on young influencers, and the fierce debate it has ignited.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Key Details
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
Kids' Parties: The Social Cure for Modern Society
As society grows more isolated, children's birthday parties offer a vital chance to forge real-world connections, despite the chaos and sugar-fuelled mayhem. Discover why these events are essential.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Begins 10 Dec
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Trump's 160-post social media blitz fuels stamina debate
President Donald Trump posted 160 times on Truth Social in under four hours, mixing conspiracy theories and attacks on foes. The 79-year-old's online frenzy reignites questions about his energy levels. Read the full analysis.
Ofsted: Profit motive 'bending' children's care system
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
How to stop your houseplants dying when the heating goes on
Is your central heating killing your houseplants? Discover a simple seasonal reset to prevent dehydration and keep your indoor greenery thriving all winter. Act now to save your plants!
800,000 UK toddlers on social media, CSJ warns
Shocking figures reveal over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Former minister Lord Nash demands a public health campaign and age limit of 16. Read the full report.
Palliative Care Failing Half of UK Patients Needing It
A damning report reveals over half of those needing palliative care in the UK miss out. As assisted dying bills advance, experts demand politicians fix the funding crisis first. Read the full analysis.
UK net migration drops 69%: What's behind the fall
UK net migration falls dramatically from 649,000 to 204,000. Explore the real reasons behind this plunge and why Labour struggles to address this polarising issue effectively.
Teens Challenge Australia's Social Media Ban
Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Teens fight Australia's social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
Tory Cuts Leave Councils as 'Social Care Factories'
Labour's municipal reforms face uphill battle against Tory legacy. Councils need financial sustainability to move beyond crisis management after a decade of austerity.
2000+ vulnerable children missing from UK council care
Shocking FOI data reveals more than 2,000 trafficked and lone child asylum seekers disappeared from UK council care last year. Charities demand urgent safeguarding reforms.
Snapchat to block 440k Australian under-16 users
Australian Snapchat users under 16 face account lockdown from 10 December 2025. Learn how age verification works and appeal options if wrongly banned.
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