For decades, a bizarre rumour claimed European women visited remote Ladakhi villages seeking 'pure Aryan' babies. We uncover the imported myth's impact on the Brokpa people and their fight to reclaim their true identity.
A Labour minister has candidly stated life is 's**t' for young adults struggling with housing and childcare costs, as UK birth rates hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
Westminster City Council reveals which services are impacted after a major cyber attack and advises residents on how to get help. Critical services for vulnerable people are the priority.
Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty calls for more research to prevent and manage infections in older adults, highlighting risks from sepsis to dementia. Read his urgent report.
A major study reveals strict border controls are increasing demand for smugglers and raising their prices, undermining government efforts to 'break the business model'. Read the full analysis.
Dame Joanna Lumley calls loneliness a 'crisis hidden in plain sight' as Age UK polling reveals 1.5 million older people will eat Christmas dinner alone. Join the campaign to help.
Ofcom has issued a £23.8m fine to Virgin Media for failing to protect vulnerable customers during the analogue to digital landline migration. Discover the full story and what it means for consumer safety.
A disturbing new study underscores a growing mental health emergency among young people in the UK. We examine the findings and list vital support helplines. Reach out if you need help.
Tens of thousands rally in Madrid demanding Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's resignation over corruption allegations involving his family and administration. Pressure mounts on Spanish government.
Madjid Belabes sentenced to nearly 11 years for running criminal network that smuggled migrants to France using taxi drivers. Read the full investigation details.
Munduruku women in the Brazilian Amazon face miscarriages and infertility due to mercury poisoning from illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Indigenous Munduruku women in Brazil face miscarriages and neurological damage from mercury contamination linked to illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
New Cambridge University research identifies five distinct brain development stages, yet older readers note the final two epochs receive minimal attention. Read the full analysis.
Discover Bog People, a powerful anthology of folk horror stories exploring class, hierarchy and inequality across England. Read our review of this compelling collection.
A humanitarian worker stands trial in Greece for people smuggling charges while rescuing migrants. Explore the case that questions aid work boundaries. Read the full investigation.
Two Romanian nationals sentenced for attempting to smuggle nearly 50 migrants out of the UK in lorries. Read the full investigation details from the National Crime Agency.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits working people will pay more tax but defends budget choices. Read her full response to critics and economic forecasts.
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
The Mohana people of Pakistan's Sindh province face extinction as pollution and drought destroy Lake Manchar's ecosystem. Discover their unique bond with birds and vanishing traditions.
Discover why bar stools are a daily struggle for shorter individuals in UK cafes and pubs. From humiliation to physical pain, is it time for a seating revolution? Join the conversation.
Shocking report reveals excessive restraint and toxic culture in UK immigration detention centres. A frail 70-year-old man was handcuffed despite posing no risk. Read the full investigation.
Discover how Panama's Guna community uses theatrical battle re-enactments to preserve their revolutionary history and cultural identity for future generations.
Nearly one million young Britons are not in education, employment or training. Discover the systemic failures behind the Neets crisis and what it means for the UK's future.
Grassroots campaign in Missouri gathers signatures to block controversial congressional redistricting that critics call partisan gerrymandering. Voters have until December to act.
South Africa's inaugural G20 summit confronts US boycott warnings and indigenous community protests over land rights and exclusion from critical discussions.
A Nigerian court has found Biafran separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu guilty of terrorism charges. Discover the details of the case and its wider implications for the region.
A yellow cold weather warning is in effect for parts of the UK. Discover the 9 most at-risk groups and essential tips to stay safe and warm during the freeze.
A cocktail bar in Greater Manchester has banned solo drinkers for 'guest safety', causing a backlash and accusations it stigmatises single people. Discover the full story.
As the UK braces for snow and icy conditions, find out if your household is eligible for the £25 weekly Cold Weather Payment. Check your postcode now.
Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn faces parliamentary scrutiny over refusing to refund fees to vulnerable customers. Read the full investigation details.