Pet abandonment soars 25% in cost of living crisis
RSPCA reports animal abandonments in England and Wales rose by nearly 25% in 2025, with charities warning of an 'epidemic' as owners struggle with costs.
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Abandoned Baby Found Alive in Bangkok Toilet Tank
A newborn girl was discovered alive inside a toilet tank in Bangkok office building. Police are investigating the abandonment as doctors confirm the baby is unharmed.
Coalition abandons net zero, targets immigration cuts
Opposition leader Sussan Ley announces Coalition's energy plan focusing on power prices over emissions, promising immigration policy within weeks. Read the full details.
Girl, 11, starved to death, body found in bin
An 11-year-old Connecticut girl died from starvation after being denied food for two weeks. Her mother has pleaded not guilty to murder. Read the full story.
Child sex doll seized at UK border in shocking discovery
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
Grandma abandoned by cruise ship in Indonesia
Shocking story of Suzanne Rees, 77, left stranded in Indonesia with no money or passport after Coral Expeditions cruise deemed her unfit to travel following a fall.
Police Scrutinised Over Grooming Gang Failures
UK police forces are under pressure to improve responses to child grooming gangs as a landmark report reveals inconsistent recording practices and BeaconPort launches new intelligence system.
Dog abandoned with heartbreaking note tied to lamp post
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.
Pet abandonment surges 31% as cost of living crisis bites
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.
Pet abandonments surge 31% in UK welfare crisis
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonments across England and Wales, with economic pressures creating a perfect storm for animal welfare charities.
Girls abandoned on Ferris wheel in freezing Louisiana incident
Shocking incident at Louisiana amusement park as two girls, aged 7 and 9, were left stranded on a Ferris wheel for hours in near-freezing conditions after staff allegedly abandoned their posts.
Cruise ship horror: Stranded passengers and tragic death
Shocking cruise horror stories emerge as passengers reveal being stranded on remote islands, medical emergencies ignored, and one woman dying after being left behind in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Australia launches public child sex offender registry
In a groundbreaking move for child safety, Australia announces a national public registry for convicted child sex offenders, empowering parents with crucial information to protect their children.
22 puppies rescued from Utah highway in dramatic operation
Heartwarming rescue mission saves 22 puppies abandoned on busy Utah highway in sweltering heat. The dramatic operation involved multiple agencies working together to give the dogs a second chance at life.
Elderly cruise passenger abandoned on remote island
The devastated daughter of Julie Lenahan reveals how her 73-year-old mother was abandoned on Lizard Island during a cruise excursion, exposing serious failures in passenger care protocols.
Toddler found wandering London streets alone overnight
A three-year-old child was discovered wandering unsupervised in East London's Upton Park area during early morning hours, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
Child found wandering alone in East London before dawn
A young child was discovered wandering alone near Upton Park station in East London before dawn, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
Mother arrested for abandoning newborn on NYC subway
A shocking case unfolds in New York City as Assa Diawara faces charges for reportedly leaving her newborn baby at a subway station. The 22-year-old mother was arrested after the infant was discovered alone on the platform.
Mother sentenced for abandoning newborn in plastic bag
A 39-year-old London woman has been sentenced after leaving her newborn baby wrapped in a towel inside a plastic bag near a footpath in east London.
Texas mother arrested for abandoning 6-year-old son
Shocking child neglect case in Texas as a mother faces charges after allegedly leaving her young son completely alone for several days without supervision or provisions.
Texas couple jailed for leaving boy alone to party
Shocking child neglect case in Copperas Cove as mother Kristy Faye Faussett and boyfriend John Henry McNeill abandon young child to attend multiple parties.
Police called as Durham cricket match abandoned after altercation
Durham's County Championship clash at Gateshead's South Northumberland CC was dramatically abandoned after police intervention following an on-field altercation between players.
Fraudster vanishes with £200K after deserting family
Convicted fraudster Tristan Naumov disappears after draining family savings, abandoning his London home and beloved pet in a shocking betrayal.
Football match abandoned after mass brawl and pitch invasion
Shocking scenes unfolded in Northern Premier League as violent pitch invasion and player clashes forced match abandonment with police investigation underway.
England's T20 abandoned after rain follows batting woes
England's dismal batting performance followed by torrential rain leads to abandoned T20 match in Christchurch, dealing major blow to their preparation series.
Dog abandonment charges dropped after Hurricane Milton
A Florida woman who faced public outrage after abandoning her dog during Hurricane Milton has had all charges dropped, sparking debate about animal welfare laws.
Dog abandoned tied to pole during Connecticut nor'easter
A heartbreaking case of animal cruelty in New Haven as a defenceless dog is abandoned during severe weather conditions, sparking an animal welfare investigation.
Experts baffled by Britain's mysterious first drive-thru
Archaeological discovery reveals Britain's pioneering drive-thru restaurant from the 1930s has left historians completely stumped about its sudden closure and mysterious past.
Baby Ava: Police reveal new underwear clue in abandoned baby case
Detectives renew investigation into mysterious discovery of baby girl 'Ava' abandoned in Sidcup, releasing fresh details about distinctive clothing in emotional appeal to mother.
India's Himalayan border villages empty amid China tensions
Exclusive report reveals how remote Himalayan villages near the contested India-China border are being abandoned as tensions escalate and residents seek safety.
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