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Decline in Saturday jobs creating 'lost generation'

Former Labour minister Alan Milburn warns the collapse of teenage Saturday jobs is leaving a generation unprepared for work. His review may overhaul youth benefits to mirror Australian models.

Decline in Saturday jobs risks a 'lost generation'

Former Labour minister Alan Milburn warns the collapse of traditional Saturday jobs is leaving young people unprepared for work. His review may overhaul youth benefits, inspired by Australian models.

Nick Knowles emotional as DIY SOS rebuilds youth club

DIY SOS host Nick Knowles was overcome with emotion while rebuilding a crucial youth club in Beverley. The BBC One Christmas special highlights the project's profound community impact. Stream the episode now on BBC iPlayer.

Hawaii's Big Island bans feeding feral cats

A new law on Hawaii's Big Island prohibits feeding feral cats on county land to protect endangered native species like the nene goose. The ban sparks debate between conservationists and cat lovers. Read more.

The Tragic Story of Feral Child Genie Wiley

The harrowing case of Genie Wiley, a girl locked in isolation for 13 years, became a landmark study for linguists and psychologists exploring the Critical Period Hypothesis.

Milburn Review to Scrutinise Youth Minimum Wage Rise

Former minister Alan Milburn warns of a 'lost generation' as he launches a review into youth inactivity, questioning if the rising minimum wage prices young people out of jobs. Read his stark analysis.

Drug Gangs Target One in Nine UK Teenagers

Shocking new research reveals over 120,000 teens in England and Wales were exploited into drug and weapon crimes last year. Discover the findings and urgent calls for action.

Liverpool's Kai Morrall, 15, joins Leeds United

Liverpool academy winger Kai Morrall, 15, has left the club to join Leeds United in search of a clearer first-team pathway. The Republic of Ireland youth international leaves after eight years. Read the full story.

Feral pigs spread dieback disease in Queensland forests

Ancient bunya pines in Queensland's Bunya Mountains are being killed by dieback disease spread by feral pigs, threatening sacred Indigenous sites and ecosystems. Traditional owners warn of widespread destruction.

Australian Marsupials Trained to Survive Feral Cats

A bold conservation project in the Australian outback is training native marsupials to survive alongside feral cats, with early signs of success. Discover how bilbies and quolls are 'taking back the desert'.

NZ adds feral cats to Predator-Free 2050 target list

New Zealand announces feral cats will join its Predator-Free 2050 strategy, aiming to protect native wildlife from these 'stone-cold killers'. Discover the plan's details and the debate it sparks.

Scotland's child attempted murder charges surge 900%

Shocking new figures reveal a dramatic surge in Scottish children facing attempted murder charges, with experts warning organised crime gangs are systematically exploiting vulnerable youngsters across the nation.

Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho

Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.

Liverpool teen Amara Nallo sees red in Youth Cup drama

Liverpool's promising 17-year-old defender Amara Nallo received a controversial red card during the FA Youth Cup clash against Leeds United, leaving the young Reds fighting with ten men in a dramatic encounter at Kirkby Academy.

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