The Lost Boys of Mercury: Church Abuse Documentary Exposes Scars
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of Catholic school abuse in Scotland, uncovering institutional failures and the enduring search for justice.
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New Orleans Catholic Church Abuse Survivors Confront Archbishop
In an unprecedented legal confrontation, sexual abuse survivors confronted New Orleans' Catholic leadership over the archdiocese's bankruptcy protection bid, alleging it shields assets rather than victims.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Nurse struck off for slapping resident and biting colleague
A Manchester care home nurse has been removed from the profession after a shocking incident where she assaulted a vulnerable resident and attacked a colleague who tried to intervene.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Child sex abuse inquiry: 3 years on, justice delayed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark child sex abuse inquiry faces mounting criticism over delays and survivor treatment as crucial hearings remain incomplete.
Sydney aged care manager accused of drugging residents
A Sydney aged care facility manager faces serious charges after allegedly administering sedatives to elderly residents without medical authorisation, raising concerns about vulnerable care standards.
Care worker admits killing 97-year-old resident
A healthcare worker has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a vulnerable 97-year-old woman at a Greater Manchester care facility, in a case that has raised serious questions about elderly care safety.
LA County agrees to $700m sexual abuse settlement
Los Angeles County agrees to pay nearly $700 million to settle sexual abuse claims involving over 1,300 plaintiffs in what becomes one of the largest institutional abuse settlements in US history.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Teacher faces 90 abuse charges in international scandal
A former Scottish private school teacher is standing trial facing 90 charges of historical abuse against schoolboys, with new allegations emerging from South Africa involving a 12-year-old victim.
New Orleans Priest Arrested in Sexual Abuse Case
A Catholic priest from New Orleans has been arrested on multiple sexual abuse charges involving a minor, sending shockwaves through the local community and raising serious questions about institutional accountability.
Carer jailed for fleecing £300k from pensioner
A so-called carer who systematically drained an elderly woman's life savings of £300,000 while pretending to be her friend has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of elder abuse.
Woman starved after parents lock her in Warsaw flat
A 40-year-old Polish woman narrowly escaped death after being imprisoned in her own Warsaw apartment by her elderly parents, surviving only on water for weeks before a dramatic police rescue.
Downsizing Guide for Elderly Parents
Expert advice from Age UK on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing for elderly parents. Discover stress-reduction strategies, decluttering tips, and financial considerations.
Boarding School Abuse Survivor Finds Peace After 60 Years
After sixty years of carrying traumatic memories, a survivor of systematic sexual abuse at the hands of sadistic teachers in a British boarding school reveals her harrowing journey toward closure and justice.
NHS hip fracture crisis puts elderly patients at risk
Exclusive investigation reveals how delayed hip fracture surgeries are costing lives and burdening taxpayers with millions in avoidable NHS costs. Senior doctors demand urgent government action.
Tenerife carer accused of elderly financial exploitation
Exclusive investigation reveals how a trusted carer allegedly drained an elderly woman's life savings while her family remained oblivious to the systematic financial abuse unfolding in their relative's Tenerife home.
Australia's Aged Care Crisis: Human Cost Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating human impact of Australia's failing aged care system, with Greens Senator Penny Allman-Payne demanding urgent government action.
Elderly couple dead for months without coroner investigation
An elderly couple lay undiscovered for months in their London home due to coroner service delays, raising serious questions about elderly care and public service failures.
Pensioners' cocaine use up 400% in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's pensioners are turning to cocaine in record numbers, with over-60s usage increasing by 400% in a decade amid loneliness and cost of living crises.
Cocaine hospital admissions soar among pensioners
Shocking NHS data reveals a dramatic surge in pensioners being hospitalised after using cocaine, with some cases involving people in their 90s. Experts warn of a growing hidden epidemic among Britain's elderly population.
Ambulance worker jailed for stealing from elderly patients
A Welsh ambulance service worker has been convicted after systematically stealing from elderly patients during emergency call-outs, including stealing aftershave from a 94-year-old man.
Child attacks elderly worker in Kansas City store
Disturbing video captures a young child brutally assaulting a 70-year-old shop worker while adults watch in Kansas City convenience store. Police investigation underway.
Woman stole £10k from elderly father-in-law, spared jail
Shocking case as Samantha Louise Jones avoids prison after embezzling thousands from vulnerable 81-year-old relative, spending funds on luxury items while he struggled financially.
Son jailed for neglecting mum and stealing her pension
A 'selfish and cruel' son who left his elderly mother living in squalor while he stole her pension to fund his own lifestyle has been jailed for 21 months in a shocking case of neglect.
Woman's husband tried to erase her past in coercive control nightmare
A woman shares her harrowing story of coercive control, revealing how her husband systematically erased her past, isolated her from loved ones, and attempted to destroy her identity before she found the strength to escape.
Teen boyfriend used my nudes to blackmail me for sex
A brave survivor reveals how her teenage boyfriend used intimate images as a weapon of coercion, trapping her in a cycle of sexual abuse and blackmail. Her story exposes a terrifying modern form of abuse plaguing young people.
Alan Jones pleads not guilty to historical sex charges
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has formally denied 26 charges of historical sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. The 82-year-old's case has been adjourned until November.
Documentary Exposes New Orleans Clergy Abuse Cover-Up
A powerful new documentary uncovers decades of clergy abuse and cover-ups within the New Orleans Catholic Archdiocese, featuring harrowing survivor testimonies and allegations of evidence destruction.
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