Child obesity hits highest level since pandemic
Shocking new NHS data reveals obesity levels in young children have reached their highest point outside of pandemic years, with stark inequalities between wealthy and deprived areas.
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Britain's invisible care network revealed
Amidst ongoing crises, an intricate web of informal care continues to sustain vulnerable people across the UK, revealing the hidden resilience of our social fabric.
HMRC child benefit error freezes payments for thousands
A major HMRC system error has left thousands of parents without vital child benefit payments, prompting urgent parliamentary scrutiny and demands for immediate solutions.
Real Squid Game Show Turns Violent: Contestants Fear For Lives
Shocking revelations emerge from a controversial reality TV show where contestants faced extreme violence, sleep deprivation, and genuine fear for their lives in a Squid Game-inspired competition.
Court: Teen removed from UK gangs can stay in Ghana
A High Court ruling has determined that a London teenager sent to Ghana to escape gang exploitation can remain there temporarily, in a landmark case about child protection versus parental rights.
British teen must stay in Ghana for GCSEs, judge rules
A High Court judge has decided a 15-year-old British boy should stay in Ghana to finish his exams after being tricked into travelling there, in a complex international custody case.
Schoolboy, 11, fatally hit by train while on phone
A heartbreaking rail accident report reveals how an 11-year-old boy's mobile phone use contributed to a fatal level crossing incident, sparking urgent safety warnings.
Victoria prisoners serving full terms in police cells
A shocking investigation reveals prisoners in Victoria are completing their entire jail terms in police cells, sparking human rights concerns and calls for urgent prison reform.
Father sentenced for shaking baby son to death
A tragic case of fatal child abuse sees California father sentenced to 25 years to life for violently shaking his 3-month-old son, exposing the devastating consequences of shaken baby syndrome.
Child bride faces execution over husband's death
A woman forced into marriage as a child now fights for her life, needing to raise £80,000 to avoid execution for her husband's death in a case exposing deep social injustices.
Trump to halve food stamp funding, millions affected
The incoming Trump administration announces plans to fund only half of food stamp benefits, sparking fears of a hunger crisis affecting millions of vulnerable Americans.
Benefits anxiety: How bureaucratic language creates barriers
Exploring how the complex language used in UK benefits applications creates psychological barriers and exacerbates claimant anxiety in the welfare system.
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.
Shein bans sex dolls after French child resemblance probe
Fast fashion giant Shein has removed all sex dolls from its platform after French authorities launched a probe into items bearing disturbing resemblance to children, sparking international concern.
EastEnders: Vicki's Child Shock Brings Unexpected Ally
In a stunning Walford twist, Vicki Fowler's world is turned upside down by a child revelation, but an unexpected ally emerges to support her through the emotional turmoil.
Trump's SNAP Cuts Spark Political Firestorm
Donald Trump's proposal to slash SNAP benefits has ignited a political firestorm, with critics warning of catastrophic consequences for America's most vulnerable families.
Woman accused of stalking Madeleine McCann's parents
A woman stands accused of orchestrating a cruel three-year harassment campaign against Kate and Gerry McCann, sending hundreds of malicious messages about their missing daughter Madeleine.
£4,800 benefit millions of Britons missing out on
Discover how hundreds of thousands of pensioners could be missing out on vital financial support worth up to £4,800 annually. Learn eligibility criteria and how to claim this underclaimed benefit.
Trump's Food Stamp Overhaul: States Must Pay
Donald Trump proposes seismic shift in food stamp funding that could leave states scrambling to cover costs for millions of vulnerable Americans.
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.
Mum avoids jail after baby thrown from car window
A young mother has been spared prison after her baby was thrown from a car window during a dramatic motorway collision in West Yorkshire.
Melania Trump's dramatic return with reshaped East Wing
Former First Lady Melania Trump makes a powerful comeback with a reshaped East Wing team and an ambitious policy agenda focused on children's welfare, signalling her most active political role yet.
Sugar Hyperactivity Myth: What Science Really Says
New scientific evidence debunks the long-held belief that sugar causes hyperactivity in children. Discover what the research really says about sugar's effects on behaviour.
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.
Coronation Street: Tyrone's horrifying Ruby discovery
In a devastating Coronation Street twist, Tyrone Dobbs uncovers a terrifying secret about young Ruby's wellbeing that will change their lives forever.
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.
Firefighters become wildlife rescuers in animal emergency surge
Firefighters across England are responding to a dramatic increase in animal rescue callouts, from swans trapped in fishing lines to deer caught in fencing, revealing the hidden demands on emergency services.
Mother's campaign protects UK children after daughters' murder
Exclusive: A grieving mother transforms unimaginable tragedy into a powerful force for change, creating new protections for vulnerable children across the UK.
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.
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