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Care Home Cupcake Death Sparks Police Investigation
A 45-year-old care home resident with Down's syndrome has died after choking on a cupcake, prompting a serious police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident at the privately-run facility.
Britain's Elderly Care Crisis: When Will Politicians Act?
As the UK's aged care system reaches breaking point, families and carers are demanding urgent political action. This investigation reveals why meaningful reform is being delayed and what must change.
Nuns Evicted From Care Home After Six Decades
In a poignant turn of events, an order of nuns running a cherished care home in Chigwell, Essex, face eviction after six decades of service. The Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary must return to their convent, leaving residents and the local c
Children's Mental Health Crisis Overwhelms A&E Departments
Exclusive NHS data reveals shocking 53% surge in children detained under Mental Health Act in English and Welsh A&E departments, exposing severe systemic failures in youth psychiatric care.
Assisted Dying Debate Pushes UK Hospices to Breaking Point
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's hospices face unprecedented strain as House of Lords debates assisted dying legislation, with funding shortfalls and ethical dilemmas threatening end-of-life care nationwide.
Children's care home costs hit £320,000 per year in England
Exclusive: The average annual cost for a children's care home place in England has reached £319,680, pushing local authorities to breaking point and forcing desperate measures to protect vulnerable youth.
One Cup Water Trick for Perfect Peace Lilies
Discover the simple watering trick that guarantees lush, vibrant Peace Lilies. Expert reveals the common mistake that kills houseplants and the easy fix for spectacular blooms.
Viral Scalp Massage Hack For Rapid Hair Growth
A UK woman's simple and free hair growth tip, involving a daily scalp massage, has taken social media by storm. Discover the easy technique that users claim transforms hair length and health without expensive products.
A Son's Agonising Vigil: Morphine Rages and a Final Goodbye
A raw and poignant account of a father's final days, capturing the painful duality of morphine-induced turmoil and the quiet peace of a last goodbye. A powerful reflection on love, loss, and the brutal beauty of dying.
Unclaimed Children's Coats Reveal UK Care System Crisis
An exclusive investigation uncovers the poignant tale of unclaimed children's coats in UK care systems, revealing a silent epidemic of loneliness and the urgent need for foster families.
Hawaii's 'Marianne' Patients Evacuated Amid Wildfires
Amidst devastating wildfires, fragile psychiatric patients from the 'Marianne' facility are airlifted to safety in a complex and urgent operation on Maui.
Expert: September Is Crucial For Your Lawn
Discover why September is the ultimate month for lawn care. Expert advice on autumn seeding, moss control, and achieving a lush, healthy garden for next spring.
Care staff indicted after woman freezes to death in home
Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Hospice nurse's emotional plea for assisted dying law change
An experienced hospice nurse from Sussex shares her emotional journey and urges UK lawmakers to reconsider assisted dying laws, revealing the harsh realities of terminal suffering.
LSD Study Reveals Long-term Anxiety Relief Potential
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a single dose of LSD could significantly reduce anxiety symptoms for months, offering new hope for treatment-resistant patients.
NHS Donates Vital CT Scanner to Sunderland Hospice
In a remarkable act of NHS collaboration, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust donates a vital CT scanner to St Benedict's Hospice in Sunderland, drastically cutting end-of-life care waiting times and setting a new standard for community hea
Stacey Dooley Lands Major New BBC Documentary Series
Documentary maker Stacey Dooley is set to front a powerful new BBC series exploring the UK's social care crisis, following her critically acclaimed work on 'Sleeping with the Nazis'.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
Elderly Home Care Programme Failing, Puts Australians at Risk
A critical government programme designed to keep elderly Australians out of hospitals is failing, with new reports revealing severe risks and neglect, leaving the most vulnerable in peril.
Cornwall Council Uses AI to Decide Elderly Care Budgets
Cornwall Council has implemented an AI algorithm to determine care funding for elderly and vulnerable residents, replacing human assessors in a move critics call 'dangerous and inhuman'.
Soul Midwife's Mission: Guiding a Peaceful Death
An extraordinary 'soul midwife' shares how she provides holistic, non-medical end-of-life care, offering comfort, dignity, and a guiding hand to those on their final journey.
5 Crucial Gardening Jobs You MUST Do This July
An expert gardener reveals the five essential tasks to tackle in your garden this July to ensure vibrant blooms, a healthy lawn, and a bountiful harvest. Don't miss these pro tips!
1960s Electric Shock Treatment: A Daughter's Investigation
Annalisa Barbieri uncovers the traumatic truth behind her mother's electric shock treatment in 1960s Britain, exploring a dark chapter of psychiatric history and its lasting impact on families.
Urgent Weekend Warning For UK Hydrangea Owners
UK gardening experts issue an urgent weekend warning for hydrangea owners. A simple mistake this weekend could prevent your blooms from flowering next year. Here's the essential action you must take.
Share your experiences of caregiving for family in the UK
Guardian seeks personal stories from Britain's informal caregivers. Share the challenges and realities of supporting elderly relatives and siblings to shed light on this vital, often hidden, workforce.
Tracee Ellis Ross's nude photoshoot for Pattern Beauty launch
Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross unveils her new Pattern Beauty body care range with a powerful, nude photoshoot, championing body positivity and self-love for all skin types and textures.
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.