Man with bow and arrow shot dead by NSW police
A man has been fatally shot by police in Gunnedah, NSW, after confronting officers with a bow and arrow during a welfare check. It is the third such fatality in the state this year.
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Year-long PIP delays push disabled claimants into poverty
Severe delays in Personal Independence Payment processing, with some waiting over a year, are forcing vulnerable people into debt and hardship. The DWP's digital reforms offer little near-term relief.
London dog march protests Spanish hunting season cruelty
Hundreds will march through central London with their dogs on 1st Feb 2026, demanding Spain ends the abuse and killing of Galgos and Podencos hunting dogs. Join the peaceful protest.
Farmers fight to save bushfire-surviving livestock in Victoria
Victorian farmers face a monumental new challenge: caring for thousands of livestock that survived catastrophic bushfires. Discover their struggle for feed, water, and veterinary care.
Giant rabbit saves owner from diabetic coma
Simon Steggall's 10kg Flemish giant rabbit, Dory, sensed his medical emergency and alerted his wife, preventing serious harm. Read this incredible pet rescue story.
Three horses die at Kempton Park's Lanzarote Hurdle card
The Lanzarote Hurdle card at Kempton Park was overshadowed by the deaths of three horses, including Grade One winner Kalif Du Berlais. Read the full, heartbreaking details.
Man shot dead by police after six-hour siege
A 49-year-old man has been killed by police in Springfield after a welfare check escalated into a violent six-hour standoff. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Readers Call for Cool Vegetarian Food and Debate Animal Welfare
Guardian letters spark debate on bland vegetarian options and using Victorian engineering as a model for structural animal welfare reform. Readers share personal stories and demand culinary diversity.
Australia reviews animal research code as 845k used
Australia's animal research code faces its first major review in a decade. Key issues include animal sentience, crustacean welfare, and calls to end primate experiments. Have your say by 16 February.
Cold Weather Payments 2026: Speed of £25 Payout
As a severe cold snap hits the UK, find out if you're eligible for a £25 Cold Weather Payment, how quickly the cash lands in accounts, and how to check. Act now to see if you qualify.
2026 Boarding Pass Rules for TUI, EasyJet, Ryanair, BA
Essential guide to 2026 boarding pass policies for major UK airlines. Avoid fees up to £55. Learn digital vs paper rules for Ryanair, EasyJet, TUI & British Airways.
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as 112th Mayor of New York City
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's 112th mayor on 1 January 2026, marking the start of a bold political project focused on mass participation and universal welfare. Discover how his approach challenges decades of political apathy.
Trump wrongly blames windmills for killing bald eagles
US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by blaming wind turbines for killing bald eagles, but the photo he shared shows a falcon in Israel. Read the full fact-check here.
Florida's controversial bear hunt ends with 52 killed
Florida wildlife officials declare a three-week black bear hunt a success, while animal rights groups condemn the 'heartbreaking' slaughter. Get the full story on the controversial cull.
Critics Slam UK Animal Welfare Strategy as Inadequate
A Guardian editorial praising UK animal welfare reforms has sparked fierce backlash. Critics argue the strategy merely tinkers with a brutal system, comparing it to Victorian cholera fixes, and call for a fundamental shift away from meat consumption.
Woman's 'Unexpected' Death in Croydon Under Investigation
Police are investigating the unexpected death of a woman in her 40s found at a Croydon address after a welfare call. Enquiries continue as next of kin are informed.
Charity CEO turns down MBE over disability 'scapegoating'
Tressa Burke, CEO of Glasgow Disability Alliance, declined a New Year Honour, accusing the UK government of fuelling hatred and blame towards disabled people. Read her powerful statement.
Eight-week-old lion cub groomed in Russian salon sparks police probe
Russian authorities are investigating after an eight-week-old lion cub was filmed having its claws trimmed at a grooming salon in Saint Petersburg on Christmas Day, raising serious animal welfare concerns.
Animal welfare strategy lacks wildlife and factory farm focus
Experts argue the government's new animal welfare strategy fails to protect free-living wildlife and doesn't halt factory farming expansion. Read the critical response.
Government Moves to Outlaw Boxing Day Trail Hunts
Keir Starmer's government plans to ban trail hunting by 2029, sparking a fierce rural backlash. The move is part of a new Animal Welfare Strategy. Read the full story.
Tributes to 'one-of-a-kind' Manchester girl, 13
Heartfelt tributes are paid to Madison Richardson, 13, who died in Manchester. Police investigation continues as family faces first Christmas without her.
UK bans boiling lobsters alive in new animal welfare strategy
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
Labour's Animal Welfare Plan Sparks 'War on Countryside' Row
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
England to ban hen cages and pig farrowing crates
The UK government announces a historic ban on battery cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs in England by 2027, marking a major victory for animal welfare campaigners.
Origin Energy Court Case Over 77,000 Alleged Breaches
Origin Energy faces legal action for allegedly overcharging thousands of vulnerable former customers via Centrepay. Read the full details of the regulator's case.
Gail's faces backlash over Christmas Day opening plans
Gail's Bakery sparks debate by opening 10 London branches on Christmas Day. While some praise the move for combating loneliness, others criticise it for staff welfare. Discover the full story and locations.
Puppy farms, snares and trail hunting to be banned
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
Scientists: Crustaceans Feel Pain, Urge Welfare Rethink
Compelling new scientific evidence reveals crustaceans are sentient, experiencing fear and pain. As millions are consumed in Australia, experts call for urgent welfare reforms and ethical consumer choices.
US Military Stops Shooting Animals for Medic Training
The US military will cease shooting live pigs and goats for battlefield medic training, replacing it with advanced simulators. Discover the details of this policy shift championed by animal rights advocates.
Police hunt woman after child attacked at Balham station
British Transport Police seek a woman after a primary school-age girl was assaulted at Balham station. Officers are concerned for the child's welfare and urge witnesses to come forward.
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