A terminally ill grandfather's heart-wrenching final days have sparked emotional debate as Queensland's assisted dying laws come into effect, allowing patients choice in their final moments.
Exclusive investigation reveals England's headteachers are cleaning toilets, fixing boilers, and gardening as school funding hits an all-time low, creating a 'perfect storm' for the education system.
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.
Ministers face fury after quietly diverting £25m from the Dormant Assets scheme, earmarked for youth and community projects, into Department for Education coffers.
New Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers a bombshell diagnosis of the NHS as 'broken' and announces a controversial new strategy to use private sector capacity to tackle the elective care backlog, signalling a major shift in healthcare policy.
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
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.
A struggling pub landlord reveals the simple yet brilliant strategy that rescued his business from the brink of closure, offering hope to the UK's embattled hospitality sector amidst soaring costs.
Exclusive: Wells Fargo faces major setback as US regulators reject its resolution plan, triggering a 9% stock plunge and raising concerns over the bank's crisis management capabilities.
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
In a bombshell interview, Labour's Wes Streeting declares the NHS 'broken' and vows to confront tough truths, including the need for private sector help and a crackdown on 'sick note culture', to save the cherished institution.
Australian media legend Derryn Hinch reveals he is contemplating voluntary assisted dying following serious heart issues and a gruelling skin cancer battle, sparking a national conversation on end-of-life choices.
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Amsterdam's world-renowned Van Gogh Museum is closing its doors temporarily due to a critical shortage of security personnel, highlighting a growing crisis in the Dutch tourism and cultural sector.
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
Exclusive: Ministers face backlash after diverting £1.1 billion from NHS England's capital budget to cover public sector pay deals, risking long-term health service modernisation.
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly a third of UK pharmacy owners have remortgaged their homes to keep businesses running amid funding crisis and rising costs.
Exclusive research reveals a growing crisis as doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals leave the NHS for private health insurance roles, lured by higher salaries and improved work-life balance.
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
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Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting is embroiled in a major row after unions and medical professionals demand he 'comes clean' on plans to use private healthcare providers within the NHS, raising fears of a move towards American-style healthcare.
Leading UK universities are attracting a disproportionate number of students, leaving lower-ranked institutions struggling to survive. Experts warn of potential mergers or closures as the higher education sector faces a deepening crisis.
The UK economy expanded by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2024, marking a modest recovery after earlier stagnation. Key sectors like services and production drove growth, though challenges remain.
A cross-party group of MPs warns that private firms are profiting at the expense of NHS patients, calling for stricter regulations to safeguard public healthcare.
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
BP reveals strategic cost reductions while increasing shareholder dividends, as the energy giant navigates market volatility and shifting consumer demands.
Award-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart leaves The Washington Post and MSNBC after accepting a voluntary buyout, marking a significant transition in his illustrious career.
New figures reveal a deepening crisis in the UK's adult social care sector, with a staggering 152,000 vacant positions. Experts warn of severe consequences for vulnerable adults as recruitment struggles continue.
Two major UK furniture firms, Bassett Furniture and Gregory Commercial Furniture, have entered voluntary administration, leaving employees and customers in limbo. Find out the reasons behind their downfall.