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Barclays' £5 Challenge to Help You Save Money Fast
Barclays recommends a simple £5 savings challenge to build your funds quickly. Discover this and other fast methods to improve your financial health in the new year.
1p Savings Challenge Could Net You £667 by Christmas 2026
Start the Monzo 1p savings challenge in January 2026 to save over £667 by next Christmas. A simple trick that builds daily, with a chance to win £10,000. Get started now!
MSE's 1p Savings Challenge to Bank £667.95 in 2026
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert team details the simple 1p daily savings challenge for 2026. Start saving a penny a day and potentially accumulate £667.95 by year's end. Learn flexible methods to stay on track.
Charity admits $490k error in Chumpy Pullin surf fundraiser
A foundation honouring snowboarder Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin deleted a post wrongly stating $500k from a record surf went to a business. It later admitted only $10,000 was paid. Read the full story.
Wigan's 'Real-Life Santa' Makes Wooden Toys for Needy Kids
Bill Houghton, 80, crafts hundreds of wooden toys for children living in poverty in Wigan. Inspired by a three-year-old with no toys, his work supports the Daffodil Dreams charity. Read his heartwarming story.
Bono, Glen Hansard Lead Dublin Christmas Eve Charity Busk
U2's Bono joined Glen Hansard and Imelda May for a rousing Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Read about the star-studded 15th anniversary event.
Restaurant refuses £250 prize over spoonful of gravy
A Devon steakhouse upheld its rules, denying a contestant £250 for failing to finish a 10,000-calorie bangers and mash challenge by a single spoonful of gravy. Read the full story of the valiant attempt and the social media debate.
Scope charity to close 77 UK shops by March 2026
Disability charity Scope is shutting 77 of its 138 UK stores in a major restructure to tackle a £8.9m deficit. The closures, alongside job cuts, aim to save millions as charity retail faces soaring costs and online competition.
Sussexes rebrand Archewell Foundation for fifth anniversary
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex mark their charity's fifth year with a new name, Archewell Philanthropies, and detail its work on AI, digital safety, and aid for Gaza and Ukraine. Discover their renewed mission.
Festival Boss Runs 100 Marathons in India for Charity
Kendal Calling's Sustainability Director, Hannah Cox, is running 100 marathons in 100 days across India to raise £1 million for Project Salt Run. Follow her incredible journey.
Ex-Councillor Jailed for Stealing £150k from Charity
Sean McKiernan, a former Fine Gael councillor, has been sentenced to prison for stealing £150,000 from a mental health charity to fund male escorts and crystal meth. Read the shocking details of this breach of trust.
Sinfield finishes epic 7-in-7 ultramarathon for MND charities
Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield finishes his seventh ultramarathon in seven days, raising over £1.1 million for motor neurone disease charities in honour of his late friend Rob Burrow.
Scope charity shop chain closing 77 stores in 2025
Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
Sinfield's Final Ultramarathon for MND Charity
Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield completes his '7 in 7' ultramarathon challenge, raising vital funds for MND charities in memory of Rob Burrow. Read his emotional journey.
Four Deadly Social Media Trends Parents Must Know
Experts warn parents about four dangerous social media challenges that have turned fatal. Learn the risks of chroming, surfing, blackout and Benadryl trends to keep your children safe online.
Share Tips for Organised Challenges in UK & Abroad
Got advice for taking on a charity trek or marathon? The Guardian wants your tips on training, fundraising, and logistics for organised challenges in the UK and overseas.
Foodie throws up after failing 9,000-calorie chilli challenge
A food enthusiast was left feeling 'sick as a dog' after attempting a mammoth 4kg chilli meal in a Devon steakhouse. Only three people have ever finished the £50 challenge. Read the full story.
Hugh Laurie's jacket found in charity shop, sold for £750
A savvy shopper uncovered a haul of designer clothes in London charity shops, including a jacket made for actor Hugh Laurie, making a £1,000 profit from one trip. Discover the secrets of sustainable, high-profit charity shopping.
Fourth death linked to white collar boxing firm
Family of Owen Henderson speak out after his death during charity boxing training becomes fourth fatality linked to Ultra White Collar Boxing events company.
Speed Eating Deaths: Two Choke in Food Contests
The tragic final moments of a man who choked on a giant doughnut, part of a spate of speed eating fatalities. Discover the hidden dangers of competitive eating.
Cheryl Tweedy's name stripped from charity centre
Fans are outraged as Cheryl Tweedy's name is removed from the Newcastle youth centre she helped raise £1million for. Discover the royal charity's explanation.
Sara Cox's Marathon Raises £11.5M for Children In Need
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox has raised an incredible £11,501,637 for Children In Need after completing a 135-mile ultra marathon across Northern England. Discover how she did it.
Sara Cox's £10M Children In Need Running Challenge
BBC presenter Sara Cox completes five marathons in five days, raising over £10 million for Children In Need while honouring her late brother's memory. Read her emotional journey.
Charity watchdog refuses to probe mosque women's ban
The Charity Commission faces backlash for refusing to investigate East London Mosque's ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity fun run, sparking discrimination claims.
Sara Cox 'Unable to Walk' After 5 Marathons
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox reveals the brutal aftermath of running five marathons in five days for Children in Need, raising over £10 million. Discover her inspiring story.
Sara Cox's emotional return after £10m Children in Need feat
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox confirms her return to air after an emotional 135-mile marathon challenge for Children in Need, raising an incredible £10 million for charity.
Student's rare cancer battle inspires brother's charity ride
Charlotte Savill, 22, bravely fought rare fibrolamellar carcinoma. Her brother Tom is cycling 2700km from Morocco to raise funds for underfunded cancer research. Support the cause.
Injured Street Dog's Amazing 22-Day Transformation
A puppy named Stormzy, found badly injured on the streets, makes an incredible recovery after 22 days with the Happy Doggo charity, defying vets who suggested euthanasia.
Crisis urges Shelter to directly house homeless people
Leading homelessness charity Crisis calls on Shelter to embrace direct housing provision after successful pilot. Could this transform Britain's approach to rough sleeping?
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