Sir Chris Hoy Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Olympic cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy reveals personal prostate cancer battle as his family starts a vital GoFundMe for Glasgow research, aiming to revolutionise men's health screening.
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Eastenders' Jamie Borthwick Runs Marathon for Children's Hospice
Eastenders actor Jamie Borthwick, famed for playing Jay Brown, is swapping Walford for the marathon route to raise crucial funds for a children's hospice. Discover his inspiring motivation and fundraising goal.
Duchess of Kent's Private Funeral Details Announced
Exclusive details emerge about the private funeral of the Duchess of Kent, the former royal who famously chose a life away from the spotlight, to be held in Woking.
Olympians Lead Prostate Cancer Awareness Workout in Glasgow
Scottish Olympians spearhead a unique fundraising fitness class in Glasgow, uniting the community to boost awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer UK.
Daughter of exec killed in explosion gets £70k donations
The daughter of an oil executive who died in a suspected explosion at their £3.5 million home has been overwhelmed by public support, with a fundraising page soaring past £70,000. The tragic incident in Hertfordshire is under investigation by police and f
Trump invites Musk to White House in bid for 2024 cash
Exclusive: Donald Trump has personally courted Tesla billionaire Elon Musk for a meeting at the White House, seeking a major financial backer for his 2024 presidential campaign. The Independent reveals the details of this high-stakes political manoeuvre.
13 Children Orphaned in West Yorkshire ATV Tragedy
A close-knit West Yorkshire community is in mourning after a devastating all-terrain vehicle accident orphaned thirteen children, leaving them in the care of relatives as family and friends rally support.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams flies to Grenada during federal probe
New York City Mayor Eric Adams departs for an unannounced trip to Grenada as a federal investigation into his 2021 campaign fundraising continues. The Independent reports on the timing and details of his Caribbean visit.
Three-year-old's cancer battle: Family's £300k plea for treatment
The parents of three-year-old Albie Marriott are desperately fundraising for specialist cancer treatment in America after the NHS declared his rare neuroblastoma incurable. Their world shattered just weeks before Christmas.
Tess Daly's Pride as Vernon Kay Completes Epic Charity Walk
Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly expresses immense pride for husband Vernon Kay, who completed a monumental 115-mile ultramarathon for BBC Children in Need, raising over £5 million.
Vandals smash funeral hearse windows in 'disgusting' attack
Heartless vandals have targeted a funeral director's vehicle, smashing its windows in a 'disgusting' act that has left a family business reeling and the local community in shock.
Mum, 40, dies from cancer days after diagnosis
Emily Long, a 40-year-old mother from Kent, passed away from an aggressive cancer mere days after receiving her diagnosis, leaving behind a devastated husband and four young children. A community rallies in support.
Funeral Director's Viral TikTok Reveals Industry Secrets
Amie Upton, a funeral director from the UK, is captivating millions on TikTok by lifting the lid on the secretive funeral industry, from bizarre requests to the emotional toll of the job.
Church of England investigated over slavery fund management
The Church of England's £100m fundraising initiative to address its historical links to slavery faces investigation by the Charity Commission following concerns about its structure and transparency.
Funeral Director Left Bodies to Decompose in ‘Appalling’ Case
A funeral director in Hull has been sentenced after leaving corpses to decompose in a 'grotesque' breach of trust, exposing a horrifying case of neglect in the death care industry.
Funeral director accused of hoarding dead babies in filthy room
A British funeral director faces serious allegations after police discovered the bodies of babies and adults stored in 'appalling and horrific' conditions within a residential property in Hull.
British Grandmother Faces Paralysis in Turkish Hospital
A British grandmother's dream holiday in Turkey turns into a medical nightmare after a fall leaves her facing complete paralysis. Trapped in a foreign hospital with a severed spinal cord, her family launches a desperate fundraising campaign to bring her h
Funeral Director Horror: Stranger's Body in Wrong Coffin
A grieving family's nightmare unfolded at a Yorkshire funeral home when they discovered an unknown elderly man's body in a coffin prepared for their late father. The distressing mix-up has sparked a police investigation and left relatives traumatised.
Funeral director kept baby's body in living room for years
A funeral director in Hull has been struck off after an investigation revealed he kept a baby's body in his living room for two years and stored a bouncer in a coffin. Read the shocking details of the misconduct hearing.
Man's Sudden Unexplained Paralysis Baffles Doctors
A young man's life is turned upside down after waking up completely paralysed with no medical explanation. Doctors at Northwick Park Hospital are stumped by the rare case, sparking a frantic search for answers and a desperate fundraising campaign for spec
Boy, 8, Needs Hypnotherapy for Extreme Haircut Phobia
Eight-year-old Leo Bryan from Kent requires hypnotherapy to overcome a severe phobia of haircuts that causes extreme panic attacks, as his family desperately seeks funding for treatment.
Scattering Ashes Abroad: The Essential Legal Guide
Thinking of scattering a loved one's ashes overseas? Our comprehensive guide reveals the complex web of international laws, airline regulations, and hidden paperwork you need to know before you travel.
Teen ex-footballer loses legs in drink-drive crash
Liam Hind, a former Manchester City academy player, faces an unimaginable future after a catastrophic drink-driving accident resulted in a double amputation. His community is now rallying to fundraise for his long-term rehabilitation and adapted living.
Undertaker Accused of Mocking Deceased Man at Funeral
A UK funeral director is under fire after allegedly making a cruel joke about a deceased man's appearance during his own funeral service, leaving the grieving family horrified and demanding answers.
UK Duo Two-Thirds Through Epic 8000-Mile Charity Row
Two British rowers, battling isolation and the Atlantic's fury, are two-thirds through a record-breaking 8000-mile journey from Japan to London, raising vital funds for the NHS and mental health charities.
Trump Donors Privately Fund Immigration Detention Centres
Exclusive investigation reveals how a network of private donors, supporting Donald Trump, is financing immigration detention facilities, raising serious ethical and legal questions over the privatisation of border enforcement.
Mamdani's $700K fundraising shakes New York politics
New York State Assemblymember Zohran Kwame Mamdani's grassroots campaign raises unprecedented $700,000, signalling powerful progressive challenge to establishment politics.
Colorado Funeral Home Scandal: 189 Bodies Found Decomposed
A shocking investigation into a Colorado funeral home has uncovered 189 improperly stored bodies, with families now fearing their loved ones were never cremated. Authorities are investigating potential criminal charges.
Colorado Funeral Home Hid Rotting Corpses, Gave Fake Ashes
A shocking investigation reveals a Colorado funeral home allegedly left bodies to rot and provided fake ashes to grieving families, leading to arrests and a multi-agency probe.
Traveller King Buried in Six-Figure Solid Gold Coffin
The funeral of Traveller king Patrick Connors featured a staggering solid gold coffin, Rolls-Royce hearses, and a procession of over 100 luxury vehicles, drawing massive crowds in Bristol.
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