Gene Simmons on Ace Frehley's death: 'Bad decisions'
KISS bassist Gene Simmons suggests lifestyle choices contributed to bandmate Ace Frehley's fatal fall. The rock legend died aged 74 in October. Read the full story.
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Best Culture of the Year: Hidden Gems Not From 2025
Discover the standout films, books, and music from past years that captivated UK audiences in 2025. Our critics reveal their favourite hidden gems.
M5 Tragedy: Teen Tasered Before Being Hit by Car
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
Watchdog investigates after teen tasered on M5 dies
The police watchdog is investigating after Logan Smith, 18, was tasered by an officer and then fatally struck by a car on the M5 in Somerset. Read the latest.
Assisted Dying Bill Delayed by Lords' 1,100+ Amendments
A widower who accompanied his wife to Dignitas accuses peers of filibustering the assisted dying bill, creating bureaucratic trauma for the terminally ill. Read his powerful plea for change.
Palliative Care Failing Half of UK Patients Needing It
A damning report reveals over half of those needing palliative care in the UK miss out. As assisted dying bills advance, experts demand politicians fix the funding crisis first. Read the full analysis.
Lords' 1,000 Amendments Stall Assisted Dying Bill
The Assisted Dying Bill, backed by MPs, faces a logjam in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Critics call it a democratic outrage as dying people await a compassionate law.
Teenager dies after leaving ambulance on M5 motorway
An 18-year-old man died after exiting a stationary ambulance on the M5 and being hit by a car. An off-duty police officer attempted a rescue. The IOPC has launched an investigation.
London Council Cyber Attack: Services Hit & Resident Advice
Three London councils were hit by a major cyber attack, potentially compromising resident data. Here is the full list of affected services and the latest official advice on what to do if you are impacted.
9 potential sites found for Gypsy and Traveller pitches
Islington Council has identified nine potential sites for permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches, sparking hope after years of delay. The consultation faces fears of a 'shameful' public backlash.
Is a daily glass of wine good for your heart?
A London cardiologist explains the complex truth about wine and heart health. Discover the risks, the minor benefits, and the safer alternatives like grapes and berries. Read the expert advice.
Dignitas founder Ludwig Minelli dies through assisted death
Ludwig Minelli, founder of Swiss right-to-die organisation Dignitas, has ended his life through assisted dying days before turning 93. Discover his legacy.
Esther Rantzen plans early Christmas amid cancer
Dame Esther Rantzen, 85, reveals she's celebrating Christmas early to ensure she's alive to enjoy it with family. The Childline founder also shares her latest cancer diagnosis and campaign for assisted dying.
The hidden agony of a Dignitas goodbye
Catie Fenner reveals the emotional toll of secrecy surrounding her mother's assisted death in Switzerland, as she campaigns for UK law change. Read her powerful story.
1000 Women on Death Row: The Hidden Crisis
An in-depth investigation reveals the global crisis of women on death row, from the US to Iran, where abuse and injustice are ignored. Read their stories.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
Peers debate assisted dying bill in House of Lords
House of Lords faces scrutiny over assisted dying bill procedures. Read expert opinions on this critical life-and-death legislation debate shaping UK's future.
Fame cuts singers' lives by 5 years, study finds
Groundbreaking research reveals famous singers die 4.6 years younger than lesser-known peers. Discover why fame itself, not lifestyle, is the toxic factor. Read the shocking findings.
Man dies in Canary Wharf hit-and-run, arrest made
A 26-year-old man has died after a hit-and-run on Aspen Way in Canary Wharf. A 20-year-old is arrested for causing death by dangerous driving. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Hollyoaks confirms major death in winter trailer
Hollyoaks unveils a major character death and explosive storylines for Christmas 2025, including a shock revenge plot and a twisted love triangle. Get all the spoilers here.
UK Choirs Sing for the Dying: A Decade of Comfort
Discover how Companion Voices choirs across England provide gentle, end-of-life musical support. A moving initiative founded 12 years ago, offering solace in final moments.
Lords block assisted dying bill in democratic outrage
Unelected peers are filibustering the assisted dying bill with 1,047 amendments, blocking the will of Commons and public opinion. This democratic crisis demands immediate government action.
Hit-and-run driver gets 10 years for killing disabled man
Jennifer Dover condemns 'lenient' sentence for driver who killed her son Phillip. Read the heartbreaking story and join the call for justice.
Leisure centre charged over 2016 electrocution death
Parkwood Community Leisure Ltd faces charges over the 2016 death of Albert Xhediku, 34, who was electrocuted retrieving a football. Court hearing set for December 2025.
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?
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.
Threshold Choirs sing comfort to the dying
Discover how the global Threshold Choir movement brings peace to the terminally ill through gentle songs. A story of comfort from Ballina, Australia. Learn more about this heartwarming service.
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.
Assisted Dying Bill Fuels Palliative Care Debate
As the assisted dying bill progresses, UK lawmakers and medical professionals debate the crucial balance between palliative care improvements and end-of-life choice.
Terminal patient's plea for assisted dying law
Ed, 82, diagnosed with inoperable brain tumour, uses her final weeks to campaign for assisted dying bill. She demands the right to die with 'self-respect and dignity'. Read her powerful story.
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