Harvey's heartbreaking plea: 'Why can't I have a friend?'
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
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GP's Essential Winter Illness Battle Plan Revealed
Expert medical advice reveals crucial strategies for staying healthy this winter, from vaccination timing to workplace habits and sleep management.
Girl's 'growing pains' diagnosed as terminal cancer
Heartbreaking story of four-year-old Isla Weston, whose symptoms were dismissed as growing pains before devastating terminal cancer diagnosis that's left her family shattered.
Australian rocker's childhood photo goes viral
An Australian rock sensation has sent fans wild after sharing an adorable childhood photograph that reveals his musical destiny was written in the stars from an early age.
1 in 4 children miss vaccinations as rates plummet
A concerned mother's emotional warning as NHS data shows vaccination rates plummeting across England, putting children at risk of preventable diseases.
Margot Robbie's childhood ant farm chaos revealed
Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie reveals her most outrageous childhood moment - a chaotic ant farm experiment that brought insects crawling through her family home in a hilarious domestic disaster.
Cat bite gives backpacker typhoid fever in Indonesia
Exclusive: A young British traveller's dream gap year turns into a medical crisis after contracting typhoid from a cat bite in Indonesia, sparking urgent health warnings for backpackers.
UK Virus Hospitalisations Hit Record High: CDC Alert
A highly contagious virus is driving unprecedented hospitalisations across the UK, with the CDC urging for immediate mass vaccinations to curb the alarming spread.
180+ New School Vaccination Centres for UK Teens
The UK is launching a major expansion of school immunisation programmes, with over 180 new vaccination centres to be established in schools across England. This initiative targets teenagers for crucial vaccines against meningitis, HPV, diphtheria, tetanus
NHS Chief's Urgent Warning Over Plummeting Child Vaccinations
NHS England medical director Professor Sir Stephen Powis issues a stark warning as vaccination rates for deadly diseases like measles and polio fall to a decade low, urging parents to ensure their children are protected.
My Homemade Childhood Hat & Its Unintentional Papal Vibes
A heartwarming personal story about a cherished homemade childhood outfit and the unexpected papal resemblance that became a beloved family memory.
FDA OKs Updated COVID Vaccines for Pharmacy Rollout
The US FDA has authorised updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna for emergency use. Major pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are preparing to roll out the new shots targeting recent variants.
Childhood Batman outfit used for successful passport photo
A Guardian reader's hilarious passport renewal story reveals how a childhood Batman obsession provided the perfect 'neutral expression' for officialdom. Discover why this caped crusader outfit beat the bland dress code.
Alexa Ray Joel on Parents' Split in Revealing Docuseries
Alexa Ray Joel, daughter of music legend Billy Joel and supermodel Christie Brinkley, breaks her silence on her parents' famous split and her unique upbringing in a powerful new documentary series. Discover her journey from a painful childhood to finding
My Grandma's Chopped Gown & Bet Lynch Coat
A heartwarming tale of family heirlooms and sartorial rebellion. Discover how one grandmother's bold fashion choices, from a DIY minidress to a dramatic Bet Lynch-style coat, created unforgettable childhood memories and a lasting legacy of love and style.
Hunt: Stop overdiagnosing children, growing up is messy
Former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt warns against the rising trend of overmedicalising normal childhood development, arguing it overlooks the natural, uneven journey of growing up.
Jamie Oliver admits his Turkey Twizzlers were still unhealthy
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver makes a stunning admission about his own Turkey Twizzlers recipe, revealing it was still 'ultra-processed' and unhealthy, despite his famous school dinners campaign.
The Enduring Power of a Father's Suede Jacket
A poignant personal story exploring how a father's old suede jacket became more than just clothing, transforming into a powerful symbol of memory, identity, and the unbreakable bond between parent and child.
Three childhood traits linked to adult psychopathy
New research from King's College London identifies three key behavioural signs in children that are strongly linked to developing psychopathy in adulthood. The study offers a potential breakthrough in early intervention.
My childhood outfit was a walking endorsement for Ecstasy
A woman reflects on her favourite childhood outfit - a branded Ecstasy T-shirt - and the complex clash of her innocent Muslim girl identity with 90s rave culture.
Boy, 12, Begs Mum to Let Him Die to End Cancer Pain
A 12-year-old boy from the UK has made a heartbreaking plea to his mother, asking for permission to end his life after being diagnosed with an incurable and painful form of bone cancer.
Kids as young as 10 given NHS weight-loss jabs
Exclusive NHS data reveals a shocking rise in children as young as ten being prescribed anti-obesity injections like Wegovy, raising serious safety concerns among medical experts.
Girl, 11, sells toys to feed family in cost-of-living crisis
An 11-year-old girl from Telford is forced to sell her childhood toys to help her struggling family buy food, as the UK's cost-of-living crisis pushes households to breaking point.
Jeff Brazier's Heartbreaking Plea to Son After Jade Goody Death
TV presenter Jeff Brazier opens up about the raw conversations with his son Freddy, 19, on coping with the immense loss of his mother, Jade Goody, to cervical cancer.
Shannon Matthews' Friend Breaks 16-Year Silence
An exclusive interview with a childhood friend of Shannon Matthews reveals the chilling truth behind the 2008 kidnapping hoax that shocked the nation. Discover the untold story from someone who was there.
Arundhati Roy's Memoir: A Fatherless Childhood of Freedom
Booker Prize winner Arundhati Roy unveils her deeply personal new memoir, 'Fugitive Childhood', a poignant and rebellious account of her unconventional upbringing in Kerala and the complex legacy of a wild, imperfect, and absent father.
Marcus Rashford Reunites With Childhood Sweetheart
Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford has reunited with his childhood sweetheart, Lucia Loi. The pair, who first met at school, have reconnected after a previous split, with friends describing their bond as 'stronger than ever'.
Nathan Cleary's Childhood Trauma Revealed
Penrith Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary opens up about a harrowing childhood experience that left him traumatised, sharing the incredibly scary act that still haunts him years later.
Secret Docs Reveal NSW Childcare System 'Failing Families'
Explosive internal documents reveal the New South Wales childcare system is in a state of profound crisis, with families facing years-long waitlists and a regulator struggling to cope, according to the Greens.
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