London nun on modern vocation: prayer and service
A Franciscan sister in London responds to renewed interest in religious life, detailing her work in soup kitchens, homeless shelters and providing medical aid on the streets.
A Franciscan sister in London responds to renewed interest in religious life, detailing her work in soup kitchens, homeless shelters and providing medical aid on the streets.
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
The Guardian and Observer's 2025 charity appeal launches, supporting four UK partners tackling poverty, homelessness, and social isolation. Discover how you can help.
Official figures reveal an 8.2% annual rise in children living in temporary accommodation in England. The Guardian is seeking to hear from affected UK parents about the impact on family life and education.
A journalist reflects on meeting a homeless 13-year-old boy, Craig, and the systemic failures in UK criminal justice, mental health and probation that led to tragedy.
Hannah McPake's intelligent new Christmas musical at Cardiff's Sherman theatre whisks a grown-up Alice back to Wonderland. A playful lesson in cherishing your inner child. Catch it until 3 January.
A 17-year-old girl died from multiple stab wounds in a Gwent home attack. Her mother called 999 during the assault. An 18-year-old man has been charged with murder.
As the Champions Cup enters its fourth decade, we revisit the tournament's wild history, from its humble 1995 beginnings in Romania to iconic moments like Bloodgate and Munster's miracles.
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
Remembering David Young, the linguistics scholar whose grammar books are used worldwide and whose passion for Wales defined his long retirement in Usk. Discover his remarkable life and legacy.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils have spent £633m on rent-to-rent schemes since 2020 as housing crisis deepens. Discover how middlemen profit from desperate local authorities.
Swedish punk'n'roll icons The Hives brought their cartoonish, high-voltage energy to Cardiff's Depot. Read our review of the explosive live show celebrating their new albums.
New research from UK and Italian universities reveals AI's poor grasp of humour. Discover why large language models struggle with puns and cultural nuance. Read the full study.
Wales and New Zealand meet in Cardiff amid contrasting crises. Can the struggling Welsh cause an upset against Robertson's under-pressure All Blacks? Follow the action.
New data reveals the San Francisco Bay Area's poverty rate surged to 16.3% in 2023, with 1.02 million residents now living in poverty. Discover how the cost of living crisis is affecting California.
Alicia and her six-year-old son Aeon have been trapped in unsafe temporary housing for years, highlighting England's growing homelessness crisis. Discover their story and how to help.
Two pro-Palestine activists have their convictions for harassing Labour MP Alex Davies-Jones overturned. Judge rules prosecution was not necessary. Read the full story.
Islington Council's homelessness budget soared from £5m to £15m in one year as temporary accommodation demand spikes. Discover how the borough is tackling London's housing crisis.
Harry Wilson's stunning hat-trick captained Wales to a 7-0 victory over North Macedonia, securing a home World Cup playoff semi-final. Read the match report.
A Cardiff couple invited a homeless man for Christmas dinner in 1975. He stayed for 45 years, becoming family. Read this extraordinary story of kindness.
New analysis reveals the BBC's political bias debate continues as Cardiff University study finds Conservative-leaning coverage. Explore the evidence behind impartiality claims.
TV presenter Gail Porter reveals she avoided Hampstead Heath for years after experiencing homelessness there. She now fronts the Samaritans' winter campaign to help others in crisis.
In Newport, Middlesbrough, six out of seven children grow up in poverty. Families and local services demand the two-child benefit cap be scrapped as the government prepares a new strategy.
As homelessness becomes impossible to ignore, Labour faces pressure to deliver solutions. Discover the government's new approach to Britain's growing crisis.
Jennifer Burns moved from USA to Cardiff 20 years ago. Discover her favourite spots in the Welsh capital and why she recommends this vibrant city to American friends.
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
London records its first annual decrease in rough sleepers since 2022, with a 1% drop and 10% fewer new cases. Discover the data and expert calls for sustained funding to continue this progress.
Chef Tom Waters' restaurant Gorse has secured Cardiff's inaugural Michelin star, marking a new chapter for Welsh fine dining. Discover the story behind this Pontcanna gem.
The tragic story of Craig, who spent decades cycling through care homes, prisons and homelessness after running away at 13. His life exposes systemic failures in UK child protection.
A pioneering government initiative will connect homeless individuals with basic bank accounts, tackling financial exclusion and helping vulnerable people rebuild their lives.