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Systemic Failures Led to Care Teen's Rape and Murder

A damning inquest reveals catastrophic multi-agency failures that left a 17-year-old girl in care vulnerable, leading to her brutal rape and murder by a convicted sex offender in Greater Manchester.

Melbourne Stabbing Inquest: Family Demands Security Answers

A coronial inquest into the tragic 2017 stabbing death of Indian national Sham Lal at a Melbourne shopping centre has heard shocking claims of security failures and a 'preventable' attack, as his heartbroken family seeks justice.

Sole Survivor Speaks After Deadly Mushroom Lunch

The lone survivor of a lethal lunch that claimed three lives has given a harrowing account of the tragedy, as a coroner's inquest confirms the presence of the world's deadliest mushroom, the Death Cap, in the meal.

Mystery of Dad's Tragic Death After 'Perfect' Day Out

The heartbroken family of Lee Briggs, 37, are demanding answers after the fit and healthy father collapsed and died just hours after a blissful family day at the beach. An inquest has heard conflicting medical evidence, leaving his loved ones in anguish.

Veteran rider dies in Somerset hunting accident

A coroner's inquest hears how an experienced equestrian, Sarah Berry, died after a fall from her horse during a hunt with the Mendip Farmers' Hunt, in a devastating accident that has shocked the rural community.

Pensioner's 'Natural' Death Ruled a Murder

A 70-year-old man initially thought to have died of natural causes was actually murdered, a coroner has ruled, after a post-mortem uncovered a lethal level of prescription medication in his system.

Hearing aids could slash dementia risk by 50%

Groundbreaking research reveals that using hearing aids could dramatically reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering a powerful new preventative strategy for public health.

Hearing Aids May Halve Dementia Risk, Study Reveals

Groundbreaking research from the University of Southern Denmark suggests that using a hearing aid could be one of the most significant single actions to protect against dementia, potentially halving the risk for those with hearing loss.

Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home

A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.

Skydiver's Death Ruled 'Gross Negligence' After Harness Fail

A coroner has ruled that a series of instructor errors led to the death of Belinda Taylor, 44, who fell from 3,500ft during a skydive in Peterlee. The inquest heard how a 'catastrophic failure' to properly secure her harness was the direct cause of the fa

NHS launches hi-tech AI hearing aids

The NHS has begun providing advanced hearing aids with AI-powered features, offering clearer sound and personalised adjustments for users across the UK.

4-year-old dies in Waterworld pool tragedy

A heartbreaking incident at Waterworld has led to the death of a four-year-old girl, with an inquest now underway to uncover the details of the tragic event.

Inquest reveals failings in teen's mental health care

A coroner's inquest into the death of 17-year-old Ruth Szymankiewicz has uncovered serious lapses in care at Huntercombe Hospital in Taplow, raising urgent questions about mental health treatment for young people.

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