Childcare centres to close early for safety training
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
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Danny Boyle's 28 Years Later: 2025's Best Film?
Danny Boyle's British thriller '28 Years Later' is streaming now on Apple TV & Amazon Prime. Critics call it a masterpiece with an 89% Rotten Tomatoes score. Watch the must-see film of the year!
Restaurateur Kim Stephen Dies After Mental Health Battle
Kim Stephen, co-founder of Light Years restaurant, tragically dies at 40. His fiancée urges men facing mental health struggles to seek help. A legacy of creativity and community.
Man arrested in 1982 cold case murder of wife
Patrick Galvani, 81, arrested for the 1982 murder of his wife Nancy after their daughter's four-decade quest for justice. Read the full story of this cold case breakthrough.
Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
Kate's £100k Fund Tackles 'Technoference' in Families
The Princess of Wales launches a £100,000 research fund to combat 'technoference' - the distraction gadgets cause in family life. Discover the royal family's own tech rules.
Toddler Slapped by Childcare Worker, Mother Demands Justice
A Melbourne mother is calling for criminal charges after her neurodivergent three-year-old was slapped by a childcare educator. Discover the full story and the call for better SEND training.
Kate's rallying call to UK business leaders
The Princess of Wales urges business leaders to value 'time and tenderness' alongside profit, arguing for a £45.5bn boost from early years investment. Discover her vision for a healthier society.
Kate: Profitability and Positive Impact Compatible
The Princess of Wales told City leaders that business success and social good are not mutually exclusive. Discover how she champions early years development.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Netflix's 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' a Masterpiece
Netflix's adaptation of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' is being praised by fans as a spectacular and enduring masterpiece. Stream now!
UN: Triple hottest years risk irreversible climate damage
A devastating UN report reveals Earth has experienced its three hottest consecutive years, pushing crucial natural systems toward irreversible tipping points with catastrophic consequences.
Ariana Grande's stunning teenage throwback reveals style evolution
Pop sensation Ariana Grande stuns fans with a major throwback to her teenage years, showcasing her incredible style evolution from curly-haired teen to global superstar.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Primary school crisis as kids lack basic skills
Shocking new data reveals thousands of children beginning primary school unable to communicate properly, use the toilet independently, or follow basic instructions, with experts blaming pandemic disruption and austerity cuts.
The Serious Case for Children's Play: Why It Matters
New research reveals play is fundamental to children's wellbeing and development, yet it's increasingly undervalued in modern society. Experts demand serious policy changes.
Childcare funding crisis looms as pandemic support ends
Millions of British families face soaring childcare costs as emergency government funding introduced during COVID-19 is scheduled to end next year, threatening the stability of nurseries and childcare providers nationwide.
Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts
As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.
Five's J. Scott Robinson emotional over 25-year radio career
Veteran broadcaster J. Scott Robinson was overcome with emotion during his Five radio show, reflecting on his incredible 25-year career in a heartfelt moment that resonated with listeners across the UK.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
Wisconsin Republicans Block Planned Parenthood Funding
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have rejected a federal funding proposal that would have provided millions for Planned Parenthood's healthcare services, affecting thousands of low-income patients across the state.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
Nursery worker arrested over toddler throwing incident
Disturbing footage from a US daycare centre shows a worker violently handling a 23-month-old child, leading to criminal charges and community outrage.
June Lockhart, Lassie and Lost in Space Star, Dies Aged 100
Beloved American actress June Lockhart, famous for her iconic roles in classic television series Lassie and Lost in Space, has died peacefully at age 100, leaving behind a remarkable century-long legacy in entertainment.
Teenage music taste reveals gender differences, study finds
Groundbreaking research from Cambridge University reveals how men's musical tastes become fixed during teenage years, while women remain more open to new genres throughout life.
Kendall Jenner's teenage confessions about sex and marijuana
Supermodel Kendall Jenner reveals intimate details about losing her virginity as a teenager and her early experiences with marijuana in candid new interview on The Kardashians.
Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.
Special needs funding reform delayed amid pressure
Ministers delay controversial SEND funding reforms following widespread backlash from families and councils, leaving thousands of children with special educational needs in limbo.
Welsh public services face £4bn funding black hole
Shocking analysis by Institute for Fiscal Studies warns Welsh public services face devastating £4bn shortfall as funding formula fails to keep pace with needs
Jamie & Jools Oliver's 25-Year Marriage Secrets
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools open up about their quarter-century marriage in an exclusive Christmas feature for Good Housekeeping UK, sharing intimate details and surprising relationship advice.
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