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Woman, 88, moved 121km due to aged care shortage

An 88-year-old woman broke her neck and three other bones, then had to move 121km from family after selling her home for aged care. Queensland's crisis sees 1,100 stuck in hospitals.

Man guilty of murdering pensioner for shopping

Peter Augustine, 59, convicted for the murder and robbery of 87-year-old John Mackey in North London. The violent attack occurred after the victim visited a local Co-op. Read the full story.

Pensioner murdered, body found in bag at home

A 67-year-old man was brutally murdered in his own home, with police discovering his body concealed in a bag. The investigation has revealed chilling details about the killer's movements, including purchases of cornflakes and cottage pie.

Pensioner beaten by thugs in vicious hammer attack

A 73-year-old man was brutally assaulted by a gang of four youths in a shocking daylight attack in London. The victim suffered multiple injuries including a broken arm and severe bruising after being targeted while walking through a park.

Laughing rapist jailed for 13 years after horrific attack

A depraved predator who laughed while subjecting a woman to a horrific sexual assault in her own home has been sentenced to 13 years behind bars. Read the shocking details of the case that has left a community reeling.

88-year-old Congresswoman robbed while suffering dementia

Veteran Washington DC representative Eleanor Holmes Norton, 88, becomes victim of terrifying robbery while suffering from dementia. Exclusive details reveal the brazen daytime crime that has shocked the political community.

Grooming gang victim quits 'toxic' inquiry panel

A survivor of child sexual exploitation has dramatically resigned from a government-backed inquiry, branding the panel 'dysfunctional' and 'traumatising' as she reveals systematic failures in supporting victims.

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.

Pensioner attacked with shotgun in neighbour dispute

Shocking details emerge of a brutal shotgun attack on a 70-year-old man during an escalating neighbour dispute on one of Surrey's most exclusive streets, as police launch attempted murder investigation.

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.

UK family's fury as Hamas bomber in hostage deal

The family of a British-Israeli man murdered in the Hamas bombing of a Tel Aviv bar expresses fury as his killer is set for release in prisoner exchange, calling it a 'betrayal' of terror victims.

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