Rylan Clark stunned by huge £100k Comic Relief cheque
TV presenter Rylan Clark was left utterly stunned during his BBC Radio 2 show when he was presented with a monumental cheque for £100,000 for Comic Relief, leaving him momentarily lost for words.
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JD Vance Channels $15.2M to Trump, Eyes 2028 Run
Exclusive investigation reveals Senator JD Vance's pivotal role as a major financial conduit, channelling millions from wealthy donors to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential war chest and positioning himself as a potential 2028 heir.
Nottingham girl raises thousands for Children in Need
Inspiring Nottingham schoolgirl Paige raises thousands for BBC Children in Need through her remarkable charity efforts, supporting vulnerable children across the UK.
£2.49 charity shop vase valued at £2,500 by experts
A savvy shopper discovered a rare Chinese porcelain vase worth thousands in a British charity shop for just £2.49, leaving antiques specialists astonished by the remarkable find.
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.
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.
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.
Emmerdale's Emma Atkins Reveals Charity Shop Wardrobe Secret
Emmerdale legend Emma Atkins, who plays Charity Dingle, shares her unique and heartwarming method for sourcing her character's iconic wardrobe, all for a great cause.
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.
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.
Six genius hacks for charity shop treasure hunters
A savvy charity shopper reveals six expert secrets to finding incredible designer items and valuable collectables in your local charity shops. Learn how to spot hidden gems and transform your shopping habits.
£2 charity shop handbag contains £2000 hidden cash
A savvy shopper's incredible charity shop find in Bournemouth turned a £2 purchase into a life-changing £2000 windfall after discovering a hidden fortune stashed inside the bag.
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.
Church of England Faces Charity Commission Financial Inquiry
The Charity Commission has launched a formal investigation into the Church of England's financial governance following a Channel 4 News exposé, raising serious questions about fund management and safeguarding.
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
Charity Shop's Plea: Stop Donating These 10 Items
A charity shop manager has issued a desperate plea to the public, revealing the top 10 bizarre and unusable items donated that staff are forced to bin, costing charities thousands.
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.
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.
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.
Toddler orphaned after parents die in days apart tragedy
A two-year-old boy is left orphaned after his parents tragically died within days of each other from a devastating combination of illnesses. The family's story has sparked an outpouring of grief and support.
Chopper Read's Secret Charity Legacy Exposed in Documentary
The dark secrets of Melbourne's most notorious underworld figure are being rewritten. A bombshell documentary reveals how Keith 'Chopper' Read, in his final years, became an unlikely benefactor, secretly donating thousands to sick children and animal shel
Brit Blinded by Methanol Poisoning in Turkey
A 23-year-old British tourist was left blind and paralyzed after consuming a drink laced with methanol during a holiday in Turkey. The young man's family is now raising funds for his medical treatment and safe return to the UK.
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