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Gambling addicts risk losing help in funding crisis

UK gambling addiction charities warn of service collapse without emergency government funding. Delays in a new mandatory levy system threaten vital support for thousands. Read the full story.

I'm A Celeb stress caused drug relapse, says Iain Lee

Comedian Iain Lee reveals how the intense pressure of ITV's I'm A Celebrity led to a drug relapse after 13 years sober. He now works as a counsellor and calls for better mental health support on reality TV.

Slough's Davies on gambling battle and FA Cup dream

Slough Town player-manager Scott Davies opens up about his past gambling addiction that derailed his pro career and his current mission to educate young players, as he leads the lowest-ranked team left in the FA Cup.

Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week

Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?

Is Love Addiction Real? Experts Debate

Experts explore whether 'love addiction' is a valid term for destructive romantic patterns, its symptoms, causes, and paths to healthier relationships. Discover the debate.

Boy saves himself from electrocution in bed

An eight-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his chain necklace became caught in a phone charger while he slept. His quick thinking saved his life. Read his mother's urgent safety warning.

Radio Legend Brian Hayes Dies Aged 87

Tributes pour in for pioneering BBC and LBC presenter Brian Hayes, who has died at 87. The broadcaster transformed phone-in radio with his conversational style over a five-decade career.

Backdoor Browsing: The Commuter Guilty Pleasure

A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.

Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell

A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.

Felicity Kendal, 79, scares off phone thieves

Actress Felicity Kendal turned have-a-go hero, scaring off phone snatchers in Chelsea. The 79-year-old described the 'appalling' crime wave and her instinctive reaction.

Making an Online/Offline Relationship Work

Discover how one couple bridges the digital gap: she's read 57 books, he's binge-watched Selling Sunset. Their secret? Listening and enjoying their differences. Read their story.

TfL's £4.3m annual phone bill revealed

Transport for London discloses it spent £4 million annually with O2 before switching to Vodafone. Discover the full financial details revealed by a Freedom of Information request.

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