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Bosnia boarding house fire kills five elderly residents

A devastating fire at a retirement boarding house in Bosnia's Tuzla has left five elderly residents dead and multiple others injured, with authorities launching a full investigation into the cause of the blaze.

The Most Foolish Ways Brits Have Died

A shocking new report details the most senseless and preventable deaths in the UK, from DIY haircuts to reckless selfies, urging the public to think twice before taking dangerous risks.

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.

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.

Indigenous Custody Deaths Hit Record High in NSW

Disturbing new data reveals Indigenous deaths in NSW custody have reached their highest level in over a decade, prompting coronial warnings of systemic failures and demanding immediate government intervention.

Mormon family of seven found dead in Michigan home

A family of seven, identified as members of the Mormon community, has been found deceased in their Michigan residence in what authorities are calling a deeply mysterious and tragic incident.

Mother and daughter found dead in Brisbane Airbnb

A quiet Brisbane suburb is shaken as a mother and daughter are discovered deceased in an Airbnb rental property, with authorities treating the deaths as suspicious while the investigation continues.

Pensioner deliberately rams car into elderly neighbour

Disturbing footage captures the moment a 73-year-old man intentionally reverses his car into his 71-year-old neighbour during a petty dispute over parking in a quiet residential street. The victim was hospitalised with serious injuries.

Charities warn Streeting of 'devastating' osteoporosis crisis

Health Secretary Wes Streeting confronts a mounting crisis as leading health charities sound the alarm over a 'devastating' surge in osteoporosis-related deaths and debilitating fractures, urging immediate government intervention.

Elderly Appetite Loss: Causes & Solutions

A sudden loss of appetite in older adults is a critical warning sign. This comprehensive guide reveals the medical, social, and psychological causes behind this common issue in the UK's ageing population and provides actionable advice for concerned famili

World's Most Dangerous Countries for Selfies Revealed

A landmark study has identified the countries where the pursuit of the perfect selfie has turned deadly, with India leading a sobering global ranking of fatalities. Discover the treacherous locations and the tragic human cost behind the social media trend

Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home

A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.

Stolen BMW care home crash: Two men admit guilt

Two men have pleaded guilty after a reckless stolen car joyride ended in tragedy, crashing into a dementia care home in Sheffield and causing the deaths of two elderly residents.

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