Grassroots volunteers in Hong Kong are delivering crucial support to survivors of the devastating Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 128 people. Discover how community networks are coordinating relief efforts.
French President Emmanuel Macron announces a new 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, citing the Russian threat. A €6.5bn defence boost also revealed.
Croydon Community Action Guardians use local knowledge and conflict resolution training to safeguard young people. Discover how this community-led initiative is making streets safer.
New research reveals 30% of UK rentals lack living rooms, rising to 41% in London. Discover how this trend affects mental health and community building.
Microsoft may increase Xbox Series X/S prices soon due to DRAM shortages caused by Samsung's deal with OpenAI. Get yours before Black Friday ends.
Bereaved parents face 'harrowing' year-long waits for child postmortem results due to critical NHS pathologist shortages. 37% of consultant posts lie vacant nationwide.
UK poultry producers face a severe bird flu season, leading to tight supplies of Christmas turkeys, chickens, and ducks. Discover the impact on festive availability and prices.
England's GP crisis deepens as workforce shortages and chronic underfunding compromise patient safety. Top doctor warns of 'unsafe hours' and missed diagnoses. Urgent action demanded.
Havering Council set to approve 481 new homes in Harold Hill, with half designated as affordable, to tackle the housing shortage and reduce costly B&B placements.
Former MoD official Paul O'Neill argues Britain should strengthen volunteer reserves rather than reintroduce conscription amid European security concerns. Learn why.
The Environment Agency warns England faces a widespread drought in 2026 without sustained winter rainfall, risking hosepipe bans and crop damage. Urgent water conservation is needed.
American pasta lovers face potential shortages as Trump considers 107% tariffs on Italian imports. Celiac sufferers and pasta connoisseurs panic-buy favourite brands.
Western US states fail to agree on Colorado River water management plan, threatening supplies for 40 million people. Urgent action needed as climate crisis worsens.
New documentary explores JMW Turner's potential neurodivergence while readers debate historical perspectives on mental health, volunteer plants, and thriving jazz scenes.
Santander closes all UK bank accounts of British humanitarian volunteer working in Ukraine without explanation, raising concerns about banking restrictions affecting Ukraine support efforts.
Leading business groups unite in calling for Jeremy Hunt's upcoming budget to prioritise sustainable economic prosperity through strategic investment and business-friendly policies.
A resourceful mother took control of a crowded airport's PA system when staff shortages caused boarding chaos, successfully organising passengers for multiple flights in a viral travel triumph.
The Netherlands blocks China's Nexperia from acquiring Nowi, triggering a semiconductor crisis that could paralyse European car manufacturing and escalate global tech tensions.
Australia faces a paradoxical education crisis where teacher shortages are simultaneously described as both the shortest and longest in the world, revealing deep systemic issues in the education sector.
New data reveals Australia's teacher shortage has reached critical levels, with disadvantaged and regional schools bearing the brunt of the staffing crisis affecting classrooms nationwide.
Commuters face disruption as Transport for London implements temporary bus timetable changes across several key routes due to ongoing driver shortages and operational challenges.
Major European chipmaker Nexperia suspends deliveries to Chinese customers, threatening global car manufacturing and escalating tech trade tensions.
Islington's ponds are experiencing an alarming shortage of frogspawn this spring, raising concerns about urban wildlife decline and prompting local conservation action.
The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal in Islington urgently needs volunteers and collection points to ensure we properly remember our fallen heroes this Remembrance season.
German auto giant Volkswagen reports staggering 40% profit drop as semiconductor shortages cripple production, while Chinese rivals surge ahead in the electric vehicle race.
The British Film Institute is seeking enthusiastic volunteers for the 2024 London Film Festival. Discover how you can be part of one of the UK's most prestigious cinematic events and gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access.
Major European automotive manufacturers confront production paralysis as critical Chinese computer chips face potential EU tariffs, threatening vehicle supply chains across the continent.