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.
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Milk Alternatives: The Health Showdown Revealed
New research reveals surprising health winners and losers in the plant milk arena. Discover which alternatives deliver genuine nutritional benefits and which might be watering down your health goals.
10,000 Steps Myth: What Really Works
Discover why the famous 10,000-step target isn't the gold standard for fitness success, and learn what research says really works for your health goals.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Eligibility Guide
Discover if you qualify for the DWP Winter Fuel Payment this year. Our comprehensive guide explains eligibility criteria, payment amounts, and how to claim your heating support.
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.
US Veterans Benefits Face Funding Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of American veterans could lose crucial financial support as key government benefit programme faces imminent funding crisis.
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.
£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.
Disabled man dies naked in cell with spit hood
Shocking inquest reveals disabled Northern Territory man died naked in police cell wearing spit hood and handcuffs, raising serious questions about custodial care standards.
DWP's £4.25 Rule Warning: Benefits At Risk
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions issues urgent alert about little-known savings rule that could stop Universal Credit and other benefit payments immediately.
Art Galleries Reduce Stress by 32%, Study Finds
New research reveals that spending time in art galleries significantly reduces stress hormones and improves mental wellbeing. Discover how cultural engagement could be your new prescription for calm.
Forget Hygge: Why Winter Walking Beats Warm Blankets
Move over JOMO and Gezellig - the latest wellbeing trend isn't about cosying up indoors, but venturing out into the crisp winter air. Discover why British winters offer the perfect antidote to modern life's pressures.
What Psychotherapy Actually Does to Transform Your Mind
Discover the science behind psychotherapy and how talking therapies create lasting change in your brain, relationships, and daily life. Your guide to understanding the therapeutic process.
20,000 demand step-free access across London Tube
A groundswell of public support is forcing Transport for London to reconsider step-free access across the Underground network after a massive petition gains unprecedented backing.
Top 10 Countries Where Workers Get Most Annual Leave
Discover which nations offer workers the most generous holiday allowances and see where the UK ranks in the global comparison of paid time off entitlements.
The dating question disabled people dread
New research reveals the intrusive questions and dating challenges faced by disabled people, with many reporting being ghosted after revealing their conditions.
Food Bank Crisis as SNAP Benefits Lapse
Charities across the United States are facing unprecedented strain as emergency food assistance programmes expire, forcing millions to rely on overwhelmed food banks.
Mobility Scooter User's Terrifying Near-Miss on Busy Road
Dramatic footage captures the heart-stopping moment a mobility scooter user narrowly avoids disaster while attempting to cross a major road, sparking urgent safety discussions.
Cultural activities boost health more than gym workouts
New research reveals cultural activities like visiting museums and art galleries may provide significant physical and mental health benefits, potentially rivalling traditional exercise.
TfL urged to accelerate step-free access programme
Transport for London is being urged to dramatically speed up its step-free access installations as campaigners warn current progress is 'glacially slow' and leaves disabled passengers stranded.
Michael McVeigh: Disability Rights Champion Dies at 78
Discover the inspiring journey of Michael McVeigh, whose pioneering work transformed accessibility and inclusion across Britain, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to shape our society.
Winter Fuel Payment Tax Changes Loom for 2025
Exclusive investigation reveals potential tax changes affecting millions of pensioners' winter heating payments. HMRC considerations could impact household budgets from 2025.
3 DWP Winter Benefits Worth £325+
Struggling with winter bills? Discover three crucial Department for Work and Pensions benefits that could provide vital financial support during the coldest months.
Horror's Ableism Problem: Cinema's New Monsters
From Frankenstein's creature to modern horror villains, cinema has long used physical difference as shorthand for evil. Discover why the genre's new monsters still fail the disability community.
Child benefits stopped after mother missed flight to UK
A woman travelling from Italy to Britain had her child benefit payments suspended after failing to board her flight, raising questions about the DWP's real-time monitoring systems.
Alan Kilburn: Visionary disability rights campaigner dies
Remembering the extraordinary life of Alan Kilburn, the pioneering disability rights campaigner whose tireless advocacy created a more inclusive Britain for wheelchair users.
Nabil Shaban: Disability rights pioneer and actor dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Nabil Shaban, the trailblazing actor and disability rights activist who shattered barriers in television and theatre.
US Government Shutdown Puts Food and Health Benefits at Risk
Critical safety net programmes including SNAP food assistance and health insurance face immediate disruption as the US government begins its first shutdown in five years, threatening millions of vulnerable Americans.
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in funding clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial National Disability Insurance Scheme talks with Mark Butler, escalating tensions over funding and reforms.
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