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Peers Clash in Historic Assisted Dying Debate

The House of Lords witnessed a passionate and deeply personal debate on assisted dying legislation, pitting former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey against prominent faith leaders. As MPs prepare for a potential Commons vote, the nation confronts this

Cost of Living Crisis Drives Surge in Dog Euthanasia

Animal charities report a heartbreaking 50% rise in larger dogs being put down, as owners struggle with soaring vet bills, insurance costs, and food prices amidst the UK's cost of living crisis.

Theresa May backs assisted dying in dramatic U-turn

Exclusive: In a powerful personal intervention, former Conservative leader Theresa May reverses her longstanding opposition to assisted dying, lending crucial support to a cross-party bill that could transform end-of-life care in Britain.

Family's Cat Wrongfully Euthanised in Vet Blunder

An Adelaide family is grieving after their healthy 11-year-old cat, Patrick, was mistakenly euthanised due to a catastrophic administrative error at a local veterinary clinic. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for better safeguards.

Lords Debate Historic Assisted Dying Bill

The House of Lords engages in a pivotal debate on Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill, examining the profound ethical, legal, and medical implications of legalising assisted dying for terminally ill adults in the UK.

Mirren & McKellen Demand Assisted Dying Law Reform

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen join forces in a powerful plea to the House of Lords, urging Parliament to back Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill and end the 'immense suffering' of terminally ill Britons.

Mother's Final Texts Before Family Euthanasia Pact Revealed

Exclusive: The haunting final messages from a British mother who travelled to a Swiss euthanasia clinic with her husband and daughter have been uncovered, exposing the profound despair that led to their tragic family pact.

Canada reviews euthanasia for disabled newborns

Exclusive: A profound ethical debate ignites as Canada's special parliamentary committee reviews whether medically assisted dying should include 'mature minors' and infants with severe disabilities. Critics warn of a dangerous ethical frontier.

Joanna Lumley backs assisted dying law change

Actress and national treasure Dame Joanna Lumley has publicly supported assisted dying, calling for compassionate legislation to allow individuals the right to end their suffering.

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