Tory Ministers Blamed for Carer's Allowance Crisis
An independent review finds systemic DWP failures led to thousands of unpaid carers facing draconian overpayment penalties, causing immense distress and wasting millions.
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Making Friends in Your 30s: A Practical Guide
Discover how one woman defied statistics and built meaningful friendships in her 30s using apps and real-life connections. Learn practical tips to overcome adult loneliness.
Teenagers turning to AI chatbots over humans for advice
A new study reveals nearly 40% of English teenagers prefer AI chatbots for advice and companionship, citing speed and ease. Discover the implications for youth development.
Business owner reveals Australia's 'fake' community culture
Sydney entrepreneur Mariam Stevenson discusses Australia's transactional relationships and lack of community support for small businesses. Discover why urban connections feel superficial.
Social Butterfly Effect: Boost Your Heart Health
Cardiologist reveals how strong social connections combat emotional stress to improve heart health. Learn dietary tips and lifestyle changes to reduce heart disease risk.
500,000 miss out on £83.30 weekly Carer's Allowance
Over half a million unpaid carers in the UK are missing out on £83.30 weekly payments and vital National Insurance credits. Discover if you're eligible and how to claim.
Hidden health dangers of retirement revealed
A therapist warns retirement can trigger social isolation, depression, and anxiety. Discover eight proactive strategies to protect your mental wellbeing in later life.
Mother's decomposing body found weeks after death
In a heartbreaking case that has shocked the community, a mother was discovered decomposing in her bed with a knife on her pillow weeks after her death, raising serious questions about community care and support systems.
ECHR Chief Warns UK Faces Isolation Over Migration
The European Court of Human Rights president signals unprecedented changes to migration rules while cautioning Britain about diplomatic isolation in landmark statement.
Granddaughter steals £125k from elderly grandfather
Shocking court case reveals how a trusted granddaughter systematically emptied her grandfather's life savings while acting as his carer in Northampton.
Prunella Scales' Son Reveals Mother's Dementia Struggle
Sam West opens up about his mother Prunella Scales' dementia journey and the emotional challenges facing their family in moving new interview.
Kate Garraway's heartfelt Celebrity Big Brother decision
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway opens up about her emotional decision to join Celebrity Big Brother while caring for seriously ill husband Derek Draper in this exclusive interview.
Single-Person Households Set to Surge 20% in Britain
New research reveals Britain is becoming a nation of solo dwellers, with single-person households projected to increase by nearly one-fifth, raising concerns about loneliness and housing demands.
Arlene Phillips reveals guilt over mother's cancer care
Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips opens up about the emotional toll of caring for her cancer-stricken mother for 15 years and the overwhelming guilt she still carries.
Devon's Off-Grid Recluses: Documentary Reveals Hidden Britain
An intimate documentary explores the extraordinary lives of off-grid communities in rural Devon, revealing why they chose isolation and what their existence tells us about modern society.
Foster carers face racist abuse in England crisis
Shocking new report reveals foster carers and social workers across England are being systematically targeted by racist abuse and far-right campaigns, creating a dangerous shortage of safe homes for vulnerable children.
Bogotá's elderly transform lives through community programme
Discover how Colombia's pioneering community programme is fighting loneliness and empowering senior citizens through intergenerational connections in Bogotá.
Harvey's heartbreaking plea: 'Why can't I have a friend?'
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
Isolation Rooms: 1 in 12 secondary pupils removed weekly
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
Poland's loneliness epidemic fuels birth rate collapse
As Poland's birth rate plummets to unprecedented lows, new research reveals a surprising culprit: a devastating loneliness epidemic that government financial incentives cannot solve.
Sarkozy faces grim prison life at La Santé
Exclusive look at the harsh conditions facing Nicolas Sarkozy as he begins his prison sentence in Paris's notorious La Santé prison, where isolation and strict routines await the former French leader.
Vinnie Jones saves man's life in mental health crisis
Former football hardman turned actor Vinnie Jones shares extraordinary story of roadside rescue and his new mission to combat rural loneliness in upcoming TV series.
Davey: Halt penalties for unpaid carers in benefits scandal
Sir Ed Davey calls for emergency suspension of penalties hitting unpaid carers as DWP admits systemic errors affecting thousands across Britain.
Carer jailed for fleecing £300k from pensioner
A so-called carer who systematically drained an elderly woman's life savings of £300,000 while pretending to be her friend has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of elder abuse.
PS Plus October Games: Gotham Knights & Alien Isolation Join
Sony unveils its October PS Plus Extra and Premium catalogue with 15+ new games including DC's Gotham Knights and survival horror classic Alien: Isolation coming October 15th.
Soap star's dementia care journey: 'I'm his villain'
Exclusive: Actor John Jardine reveals the heartbreaking reality of caring for his dementia-stricken father while drawing on his EastEnders experience as a soap villain for strength.
Raoul Moat's isolation tactics revealed by victim's sister
Exclusive: The sister of Raoul Moat's former girlfriend reveals chilling details of how the killer systematically isolated her sibling through threats and intimidation before his deadly 2010 shooting spree that terrorised Northeast England.
Tenerife carer accused of elderly financial exploitation
Exclusive investigation reveals how a trusted carer allegedly drained an elderly woman's life savings while her family remained oblivious to the systematic financial abuse unfolding in their relative's Tenerife home.
NHS Urges COVID Positive to Stay Home - New Rules
Health chiefs issue crucial new guidance for anyone testing positive for COVID-19 as cases surge across the UK. Find out the latest isolation rules and symptom advice.
Meghan Markle Opens Up About Loneliness Epidemic
The Duchess of Sussex reveals her personal struggle with isolation in candid discussion about mental health challenges in today's connected world.
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