Six people were treated for head and arm injuries after a man, denied an appointment, allegedly attacked staff with a metal bar at Newton Community Hospital. The suspect has been detained under the Mental Health Act. Read the latest updates.
Six people were treated for injuries after a man allegedly attacked staff with a metal bar at Newton Community Hospital. Police have detained a 20-year-old under the Mental Health Act.
A man in his 20s has been detained following an incident at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows, Greater Manchester, leaving five people injured. Police remain on the scene.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde apologises after a human error led to the wrong body being cremated, causing two families significant distress. A full investigation is underway.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde suspends staff and launches investigation after a body was cremated by mistake at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital due to human error.
Shocking investigation reveals University Hospital of Wales plagued by filth, leaks, and understaffing after newborn's death. Read the full report on the hospital's systemic failures.
A major fire has broken out at Santa Lucia hospital in Cartagena, Spain, with patients evacuated as flames spread across several floors. Follow for live updates.
Six puppies and a caring older dog were abandoned in a field. Rescuers share the heartwarming story of their bond and the urgent search for remaining puppies' forever homes.
The UK conducts 2.8 million animal experiments annually. Discover why experts argue advanced technologies now offer a more ethical, effective path for medical research.
Jodi Proger, 64, tragically died after being attacked by a deer she had rescued and rehabilitated for 12 years at her Stewartsville home. Police were forced to shoot the aggressive animal to reach her.
The horrific 1994 death of trainer Allen Campbell, trampled by circus elephant Tyke in Honolulu. Her escape triggered city-wide rampage and led to Hawaii banning wild animal acts.
The heartbreaking story of Mely the orangutan, chained for 14 years after her mother was killed, and how a Mirror photographer's work led to her rescue and a new animal sanctuary.
St. James Davis suffered horrific injuries when two chimpanzees attacked him during a birthday visit to his beloved pet Moe. Read the shocking details of this tragic animal attack.
A disgruntled patient is suspected of sabotaging a Perth hospital, causing a sewage spill that flooded the emergency department. Discover the full story and its impact on patient care.
The 2025 Animal Awards honoured Britain's most remarkable pets and wildlife champions. Discover the inspiring winners and their heartwarming stories that captured the nation.
Shocking animal welfare case sees nearly 200 animals removed from squalid property as RSPCA launches one of its largest ever rescue missions in the UK.
A hard-hitting documentary exposes the grim reality of British greyhound racing, revealing shocking welfare concerns and industry neglect that question the sport's future.
Urban explorers made a heartbreaking discovery in an abandoned property - a loyal dog left to fend for himself, surviving alone for weeks in derelict surroundings.
Chaos ensues in Mississippi as authorities hunt down and euthanise second escaped monkey, raising serious questions about animal transport safety protocols.
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
A helpless dog named Sasha was discovered tethered to a street lamp with a poignant note explaining her owner could no longer afford her care, sparking outrage and sympathy across the UK.
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonment calls as cost of living crisis bites, with thousands of animals facing uncertain futures.
The New England Aquarium establishes a pioneering retirement community for its oldest penguins, offering specialised care and peaceful golden years for these beloved aquatic birds.
A Mississippi woman took matters into her own hands when she encountered an escaped monkey on a highway, shooting the animal in what authorities are calling a highly unusual case.
A monkey that escaped from a Mississippi zoo has been fatally shot by authorities, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about animal containment protocols.
Disturbing footage reveals animal rights activists staging graphic elephant slaughter simulation outside DEFRA headquarters, sparking outrage and police intervention in Westminster.
Shocking investigation reveals systematic cruelty against camels and horses at Egypt's most iconic tourist site, threatening the country's vital tourism industry.
Dramatic escape of research monkeys in Mississippi sparks major containment operation and raises questions about animal transport safety protocols.
Nintendo drops the last major free update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, bringing Brewster's café, new characters, and fresh content to transform your island paradise.
A zoo in Argentina has been permanently closed after authorities discovered severely malnourished lions, bears and other animals living in squalid conditions, sparking international outrage.