£500m Youth Plan Aims to End 'Safe at Home, Not in Between'
The government pledges £500m for youth services, aiming for a safe space within a 10-minute walk for every young person in Peckham, tackling loneliness and youth violence.
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New £500m Youth Strategy Aims to Create Safe Spaces
Labour's first national youth strategy in 15 years pledges £500 million to rebuild youth services, inspired by a child's plea: 'I'm safe at school, safe at home, but not in between.'
Netflix Targets ESPN's Taylor McGregor for Sports Coverage
Netflix is reportedly in talks to hire ESPN and Marquee Sports Network star Taylor McGregor, as the streaming giant aggressively expands its live sports portfolio. Read the latest on this potential major signing.
Can youth club revival help the 'anxious generation'?
As the UK government unveils a new youth strategy, we examine the devastating impact of austerity on youth centres and the skilled workers who can turn a tube carriage into a safe space.
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.
Public to run elite course at European Athletics Championships
A new city centre 5km and 1km fun run will let the public share the course with stars at the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. Sign up now!
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.
Football fans boost UK arts attendance by 20%
A new scheme linking football clubs with cultural venues sees a 20% surge in arts attendance among fans. Discover how the beautiful game is enriching local culture.
2025's Wildest Sports Moments: Awards for Gaffes & Animals
A look back at the most bizarre, hilarious, and headline-grabbing sports moments of 2025, featuring animal invasions, political cameos, and social media mishaps. Discover the year's unforgettable stories.
Table Tennis Revival: A Solitary Christmas Story
A journalist's lonely Christmas leads to a rediscovery of table tennis, a sport seeing a 22% surge among UK women. A story of reconnection and 'aerobic chess'.
Australian Sports Presenter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg Dies at 41
Beloved Stan Sports presenter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg has died in Los Angeles aged 41. Tributes pour in from the global sports community. Read the full story.
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.
Two Teens on Run After Seven Escape Detention Centre
Two teenagers remain on the run in Tasmania after a mass escape from Ashley Youth Detention Centre. Five others have been recaptured following a police search. Read the latest updates.
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.
10-year-old killed in Russian school knife attack
A 15-year-old pupil has been arrested after a fatal stabbing at a Moscow region school, marking Russia's second such tragedy this week. Read the latest details.
CBS Ends Zach Gelb Show in Major Radio Overhaul
CBS Sports Radio cancels 'The Zach Gelb Show' as part of a major network restructuring. Host confirms final broadcast this Friday. Read the full story.
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.
Survey: 1 in 9 UK Teens Approached by Criminals
Shocking new data reveals 1 in 9 UK teenagers are asked to handle drugs or weapons. Over 120,000 are exploited. Discover the findings and solutions.
Sweden to compete in Eurovision 2026 despite boycott
Sweden's SVT will participate in Eurovision 2026, rejecting a boycott over Israel's inclusion. Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, and Slovenia withdraw. Read the full story on the contest's political rift.
Cavaliers hit with $250k NBA fine for resting star
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been fined $250,000 by the NBA for breaching player participation rules after resting Darius Garland. It's their second such fine this season. Read the full details.
BBC supports Israel Eurovision entry as boycotts grow
The BBC has endorsed the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete in Eurovision 2026, while Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia announce a boycott. Read the full story on the deepening cultural divide.
Missouri Sports Betting Launch Praised as 'Successful'
The Missouri Gaming Commission hails the smooth rollout of legal sports betting, with over 250,000 active accounts on the first day. Discover the key figures and industry reaction.
TNT Sports Ashes coverage slammed as 'abysmal' by fans
Cricket fans have renewed fierce criticism of TNT Sports' Ashes commentary, calling it 'shocking' and a 'poor product'. Discover why viewers are demanding a return to Sky Sports.
Record 1,082 Clubs Seek Flutter's Cash4Clubs Funding
A record 1,082 grassroots sports clubs have applied for Flutter's £500k Cash4Clubs grants, highlighting a severe funding crisis. Discover which clubs need help most and how the money is used.
Australian Golf Boom: 4 Million New Players in 12 Months
Carrie Bickmore suggests men are taking up golf to escape family life, as new data reveals a staggering four million new Australian players in a year. Discover the reasons behind the sport's evolution.
UEFA fines Qarabag after racist abuse of Chelsea youth team
Chelsea's youth team faced racist abuse in Azerbaijan, prompting UEFA to fine Qarabag £4,379 and impose a suspended stadium ban. Read the full investigation details.
Arsenal Teen Dowman's Sensational Solo Goal Stuns Bayern
15-year-old Max Dowman scored a breathtaking solo goal for Arsenal's youth team against Bayern Munich in the UEFA Youth League. The teenage sensation continues to impress in his debut season.
Missouri Sports Betting: Top Apps for Dec 1 Launch
Missouri sports betting launches December 1, 2025. Compare the best sportsbooks, welcome bonuses, and key regulations for the Show-Me State's new market.
COP30: Indigenous voices seek real climate action
At COP30 climate talks in Brazil, Indigenous participants reflect on symbolic presence versus genuine influence. Discover their mixed reactions to representation and policy outcomes.
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