Dangerous toys fail button battery safety standards
Consumer group Choice finds 17 out of 24 children's toys from major online retailers fail mandatory button battery safety tests. Learn how to protect your family.
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Roblox mandates age verification for UK chat in 2026
Roblox rolls out compulsory age verification to protect children from adult strangers. New chat restrictions based on age groups will become mandatory in the UK next year.
M&S shoppers keep £40 gift set after 40% price drop
Marks and Spencer's Revive and Reset Gift Set drops from £40 to £24, with shoppers admitting they're keeping the bargain for themselves. Perfect Christmas present or self-treat?
Government launches new men's health strategy
The UK government unveils a landmark men's health strategy focusing on suicide prevention, addiction, and prostate cancer, backed by the Premier League. A turning point for men's wellbeing.
15-year-old girl drowns in River Severn accident
Holli Smallman, 15, tragically drowned after slipping into fast-flowing River Severn while playing with friends. Family warns of open water dangers.
Half of UK men ignore worrying health symptoms
New research reveals 50% of British men ignore health worries, with 40% facing more serious problems later. Festive season worsens self-neglect trends.
Roblox blocks child-adult chats after grooming claims
Roblox introduces facial age estimation to prevent children talking to adult strangers following multiple lawsuits alleging platform enabled predators to groom young users.
Father dies in North Sea oil rig crane fall
Tributes pour in for Lee Hulse, 32, who died after a fall on the Valaris 121 oil rig. A fundraiser for his family has raised over £16,000. Read the full story.
Campaign for Graduated Driving Licences Launched
A new cross-party campaign urges the government to introduce Graduated Driving Licences to reduce young driver fatalities. Could this be the change that saves lives?
Investigation after man dies on North Sea oil rig
A major investigation is ongoing after Lee Hulse, 32, died in an incident on the Valaris 121 oil platform off Aberdeen. Police and the HSE are involved.
Byker Grove Returns: Relive the Iconic Kids' TV Show
Relive the groundbreaking children's series Byker Grove, now streaming on ITVX. Explore its daring storylines and the launch of Ant and Dec's careers in this nostalgic look back.
Two-year-old boy dies in 20-floor fall from window
A two-year-old boy has died after falling from the twentieth floor of a Newark apartment block. The tragic accident has sparked urgent calls for improved window safety in high-rise buildings.
Boy, 2, strangled by jacket drawstring at nursery
Two-year-old Leanardo Ricci died after his jacket drawstring caught on a tree branch while playing outside at his nursery in Bibbiena, Italy. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.
Rockstar's 'Tantrum' After Gig Shut Down in Melbourne
Amy Taylor of Amyl and the Sniffers was left 'fuming' after a free Melbourne show was cancelled due to safety fears. The band offered fans £12,500 in drinks. Read the full story.
Tesla recalls Powerwall 2 batteries over fire risk
Tesla issues a major recall for 10,500 Powerwall 2 home battery units in the US due to overheating risks. Discover the details and what owners should do.
Brockley's Rock in Top 10 UK Fish & Chip Shops
SE London's Brockley's Rock reaches finals of National Fish & Chip Awards 2026. Discover this sustainable chippy competing for Britain's best takeaway title.
Police and Crime Commissioner Roles Scrapped
The policing minister announces abolition of 41 Police and Crime Commissioner positions across England and Wales from November 2025. Stay updated with breaking news.
Boy, 5, dies after wall collapse at Sidcup golf centre
A five-year-old boy has died after a wall collapsed at Sidcup Family Golf Centre in Chislehurst. A six-year-old girl was also injured. Police and HSE are investigating.
Hackney man sentenced over dangerous building site
Moses Meisels received a suspended sentence after HSE found serious safety failures at a Hackney synagogue site where a man's body was discovered. Learn more about the case.
NHS trust fined over £500k for patient safety failings
An NHS trust has been fined over £500,000 and a ward manager sentenced following the 2015 suicide of patient Alice Figueiredo. Read the full story on the family's fight for justice.
Wiggles Recall Headbands Over Battery Safety Breach
The Wiggles have admitted a likely consumer law breach after selling children's headbands without safety warnings for button batteries. Learn about the recall and safety risks.
Melbourne Airport Runway Incidents Prompt Safety Review
Two passenger planes narrowly avoided construction vehicles at Melbourne Airport after crews missed temporary runway shortening. Read the full safety investigation.
Sleeping Pill Dementia Warning: New Study Findings
Groundbreaking research reveals disturbing connection between common sleep aids and increased dementia risk, prompting urgent health warnings for UK residents.
Life-saving car check saved teen from fatal crash
A grieving mother shares her powerful story about the basic vehicle safety check that prevented her teenage son from joining his friends in a fatal car accident, and why every parent should know about it.
Dangerous Fake Labubu Dolls: Critical Safety Warning
Australian authorities sound alarm over counterfeit Labubu dolls containing hazardous materials. Discover how to spot fakes and protect your family from serious safety risks.
Islington women change routines over safety fears
Women in Islington are taking drastic measures to avoid being followed by suspicious men, with many sharing chilling experiences of feeling watched and targeted in their own neighbourhood.
The unignorable sign: My melanoma diagnosis story
A personal account of discovering melanoma through an unusual skin mark, and the urgent warning signs everyone should know about early detection.
Driver hits pedestrians and cyclists on French island
Multiple people injured after vehicle strikes crowds on popular French holiday island, with emergency services responding to the shocking incident during peak tourist season.
Roblox Child Safety Investigation: Hidden Dangers Exposed
New investigation reveals serious concerns about child safety, predatory practices, and inadequate parental controls within the popular Roblox gaming platform used by millions of children worldwide.
India's AI deepfake crisis targets women
A disturbing new wave of AI-powered harassment is sweeping across India, with women facing extortion and abuse through digitally altered nude images. Experts warn this growing epidemic threatens to silence female voices online.
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