New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
Unilever is shifting half its ad budget to social media after Vaseline's viral TikTok life hacks, from cleaning shoes to fixing squeaky doors. Discover the 'social listening' strategy reshaping advertising.
Major engineering work will shut sections of the Piccadilly, Mildmay, Elizabeth and DLR lines from January 2-4. Plan your journey with our full list of TfL disruptions for January 2026.
Discover how taking a mental break, from washing up to theatre trips, can unlock creative breakthroughs and solve complex issues. A lesson for work and government.
Feeling overwhelmed? Parenting experts reveal strategies for creating a calmer, happier family life while prioritising your own wellbeing. Learn about routines, boundaries and self-kindness.
The Guardian is investigating the impact of AI on employment. We want to hear from people who are training artificial intelligence systems to perform their current roles.
Charities report a 76% surge in demand for support as economic hardship pushes more women into sex work, fuelling a fierce national debate on decriminalisation vs. the 'Nordic Model'. Read the full analysis.
Stuck in traffic or on a crowded train? Discover expert strategies to transform your frustrating daily commute into a time for fitness, creativity, and better work-life balance. Start reclaiming your time today.
Discover how authentic UK creators like 'Bus Aunty' and a Cotswolds gardener are winning millions of followers as an antidote to AI-generated social media content.
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a severe labour shortage in the UK construction industry offers lucrative, future-proof opportunities for young people. Discover the data behind the shift.
Tom Slater spent decades travelling the world as an early digital nomad, only to find himself depressed and unfulfilled. His story exposes the mental health pitfalls of the lifestyle sold on social media.
From Britain's work ethic to the assisted dying bill and Lime bikes, we revisit the seven most thought-provoking debates that defined 2025. Read the verdicts.
Stockton's hyperlocal JobsPlus scheme connects residents with employment, offering financial aid and community support. Over 270 have found jobs since summer 2024. Will funding continue?
A London couple reveals how they make £1,500+ pet-sitting via Rover while working from home. Discover their top tips for success, avoiding scams, and managing tax obligations.
Meet the Australians who spend Christmas Day on the job. From emergency nurses to pilots and zookeepers, discover how they bring festive cheer to their essential roles.
Two OnlyFans creators, Emily Mai and Alix Lynx, reveal how they balance festive family time with their adult content work, earning up to six figures a month without taking a day off. Discover their unique holiday routines.
Next's Smoothing Ponte Jersey Wide Leg Trousers, priced at £38, are winning over UK shoppers seeking stylish and flattering office wear. Discover why customers are buying them in every colour.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Metro readers share their most cringe-worthy office festive party mistakes, from punch-ups and ill-advised flirting to wardrobe malfunctions and disciplinary action.
By 2035, Artificial General Intelligence could transform UK daily life. From AI GPs and robot lawyers to 15-hour work weeks, discover the profound changes ahead for healthcare, justice, and leisure.
As AI reshapes the workplace, human skills like critical thinking and communication are your key to career growth. Discover the three skills to master in 2026.
Midweek Northern Line closures from January will impact after-work travel for four months. Check before you travel and plan your journey.
As the festive season looms, many UK workers dread the obligatory office party. We explore why forced socialising with colleagues feels like an extension of the workday.
Two UK professionals debate forced festive shutdowns. Does mandatory leave boost productivity or infringe on personal choice? Discover the arguments for and against.
A former adult content creator on OnlyFans pivoted to mindful content, quadrupling her earnings to £22k/month while helping lonely men overcome porn addiction. Discover her unique approach.
Courtney Stocks, a 22-year-old dog groomer from Ilkeston, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest linked to a hidden heart condition and work-related stress. Her father's CPR saved her life.
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.