A 15-year-old with a disability argues that proposed social media age restrictions would sever a vital connection to community and support. Read why she says the government's plan is misguided.
Rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are pushing Australians into financial hardship. Experts warn of a 'system without guardrails' and call for urgent government action on fee transparency and affordability.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches an independent review into ADHD, autism and mental health conditions, raising concerns it may fuel harmful 'overdiagnosis' narratives. Critics warn against turning back the clock on neurodiversity.
The Simba Hybrid Pillow, with its innovative temperature-regulating 'nanocube' core, is being praised as a 'game changer' for sleep. Now discounted on Amazon, it promises a permanently cool side and adjustable firmness. Discover why reviewers call it thei
A Guardian investigation reveals a company linked to a major MHRA raid continues to sell unlicensed weight-loss drugs on Telegram, posing serious health risks. Learn the dangers of counterfeit retatrutide.
Verity and Darya, a couple for 20 years, transformed their stagnant sex life after an infatuation forced them to confront long-hidden desires and differences. Discover their journey.
A woman shares her 13-year ordeal of domestic violence, rape, and coercive control. Her ex, convicted of kidnap and attempted murder, has been released, leaving her in a lifetime of fear.
Sam Mitchell's return to EastEnders brings a major health storyline as she faces a breast cancer diagnosis. The BBC soap is working with Breast Cancer Now to highlight the importance of early detection.
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.
Discover four ingenious Elf on the Shelf pranks from a creative mum, plus a time-saving app that uses AI to create magical elf scenes for your children.
Discover your tarot card reading for the week of December 8 to 14, 2025, as Neptune turns direct. Find mystical guidance for your star sign and festive season. Read your full forecast now.
A natural disaster is declared in NSW after bushfires destroy at least 16 homes. Prime Minister Albanese warns of a 'difficult' summer as crews brace for strong winds.
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.
A major search is underway for two men who entered the River Hull to evade police after a car chase in Hull. Emergency services are 'extremely concerned' for their welfare.
Health leaders warn a mutated flu strain could hospitalise up to 8,000 people. The virus is hitting younger patients early and hard. Learn the symptoms and risks.
California health officials issue urgent warning to foragers after a death and severe liver damage linked to toxic death cap mushrooms. Learn the symptoms and risks.
A 48-year-old mother has died after falling from a tenth-floor apartment in Madrid with her three-year-old twins. The children are critically injured. Read the latest on this heartbreaking incident.
Struggling with presbyopia? We tested the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold to find the best smartphone for ageing eyes and larger text.
A woman's decision to meet her best friend's fiancé on his stag do leads to a night together and social exile. Read the full advice on this relationship dilemma.
A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.
Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan speaks for the first time about the night her 19-year-old sister Darci died from an accidental drug overdose at a Manchester nightclub. Read her emotional interview.
The NHS is battling a record flu wave this winter, driven by the H3N2 K variant. Learn about the symptoms, vaccine effectiveness, and which groups are most at risk.
A groundbreaking UK trial is testing Aquablation, a robotic water jet therapy for prostate cancer. The aim is to reduce side effects like incontinence and erectile dysfunction compared to traditional surgery.
Health officials warn London faces a severe flu surge, with hospitalisations potentially tripling. Low vaccination rates leave the capital vulnerable. Book your free NHS flu jab now.
A major UK vaccine advisory body now recommends the hepatitis B vaccine for all adults, not just high-risk groups. This significant policy shift aims to eliminate the virus nationwide.
Examining the painful stereotype that men abandon sick partners. Featuring real stories from long Covid and cancer survivors, plus expert analysis on relationship strain.
Norfolk Police launch urgent search for Jill Grint, 79, missing from Earlham. She was last seen with a walking stick and yellow bag. Public urged to help.
As ADHD diagnoses skyrocket in the UK and globally, physician Gabor Maté argues we must look at societal stress, not just biology. Discover why empathy is the crucial first step.
Couples in the UK are using a legal grey area to screen IVF embryos for traits like intelligence and height, raising major ethical questions about 'designer babies'. Discover the implications.
Polygenic embryo screening (PES) is a new IVF add-on that claims to predict disease risk. Explore the science, the controversy, and what UK experts say about its efficacy and ethics.