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Labour's poverty dilemma: 450,000 children wait

Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's cautious approach to child poverty, opting for gradual reform over immediate universal credit expansion despite rising hardship across Britain.

Why Serious Play is Crucial for Child Development

New research reveals that structured, purposeful play is essential for developing crucial life skills in children, with experts calling for a fundamental shift in educational approaches.

Bonfire Night Wildlife: 3 Eco-Friendly Tips

As fireworks light up November skies, discover how traditional celebrations impact local wildlife and three simple changes to protect nature while enjoying the spectacle.

HMRC Tax Refund Scam: Protect Your Money

Exclusive investigation reveals how criminals are exploiting HMRC's repayment system, leaving thousands of taxpayers out of pocket. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated fraud.

Iran Child Bride Faces Execution Over Blood Money

A young woman forced into marriage as a child faces imminent execution in Iran unless her family can raise £80,000 in diyah compensation for a crime committed when she was a minor.

Australia's Child Protection Crisis Exposed

An alarming investigation reveals how Australia is systematically failing its children through regressive policies, childcare scandals, and punitive approaches that undermine their future.

Louisiana Diocese Bankrupt Over Abuse Claims

The Catholic Diocese of Lake Charles becomes the latest US diocese to seek bankruptcy protection, facing a flood of new sexual abuse lawsuits following Louisiana's expanded legal window for victims.

Victoria climbers defy Indigenous site ban

Rock climbing communities across Victoria are mobilising against controversial new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, setting up a dramatic confrontation between heritage protection and recreational access.

Ballarat Grammar stops new boarders in safety crisis

Victoria's prestigious Ballarat Grammar school takes drastic action, suspending new boarding placements following disturbing child safety reports. Internal review reveals systemic failures as authorities investigate.

Data Breach Fallout: Brands Before Customers

New research reveals corporations prioritise reputation management over consumer protection when handling data leaks, leaving victims vulnerable to ongoing security risks.

Missing Louisiana girl found alive in Pennsylvania box

A nationwide AMBER Alert ends in relief as 6-year-old Elsie McCabe is discovered hidden in a cardboard box in Pennsylvania woodland, hundreds of miles from her Louisiana home. The extraordinary cross-state recovery operation involved multiple law enforcem

50+ Child Asylum Seekers Missing from Kent Care

More than fifty unaccompanied child asylum seekers remain missing after disappearing from official accommodation in Kent, raising serious safeguarding concerns and questions about the UK's care system for vulnerable young migrants.

US Senate blocks northern spotted owl protections

In a controversial move, the US Senate has overturned protections for the northern spotted owl, sparking outrage among conservationists and raising concerns about the future of the threatened species.

South London council in child exploitation report

A south London local authority finds itself under the spotlight after being identified in a major government report examining child exploitation risks across the country, raising serious questions about safeguarding practices.

How to Help Flying Foxes in Urban Areas

Discover how Australia's remarkable flying foxes are adapting to city life and learn simple ways you can help protect these essential nocturnal pollinators in your own neighbourhood.

CDC hiring freeze cripples US health protection agency

Exclusive investigation reveals how a government-wide hiring freeze has left the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention struggling to function, with critical positions unfilled and employee morale at breaking point.

Notorious Rapist of 90 Women Freed From Prison

Convicted serial rapist Joseph McCann, described as one of Britain's most dangerous sex offenders, has been freed from prison despite fears he remains a threat to women. The 39-year-old's release has sparked fury among victims and politicians alike.

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