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Great Depression Christmas card's message of hope

A 1933 Christmas card, crafted from a paper bag during the Great Depression, delivers a powerful message of resilience and humour that resonates today. Discover this poignant piece of history.

Mum of 20 reveals reality of raising huge family

Desiree Hart-Spegal shares the extreme logistics of parenting 20 children, from £8,000 Christmas budgets to three-hour breakfasts. Discover the highs and lows of their family-of-22.

Video Games Become Key for UK Family Bonding

A new UK survey reveals gaming is now a top activity for family nights in, with 86% of parents identifying as gamers. Discover how shared play strengthens relationships.

Government Aid for NSW Bushfire Victims

Residents who lost homes in NSW bushfires will receive hardship grants and business support. Premier Chris Minns confirms at least 12 homes destroyed, with transport links now restored.

Pensioners use burial funds for emergency bills

Exclusive: One in five low-income pensioners find a £50 emergency bill 'impossible' as desperate older people pull their own teeth and raid burial funds to survive. Urgent government action needed.

22 Kids Family's £400 Weekly Shop Stuns Fans

Sue and Noel Radford, Britain's largest family, reveal their eye-watering weekly shopping bill and how they manage their extraordinary household budget in Channel 5's hit documentary series.

Palestinian family reunited after 17-year separation

A Palestinian family separated for nearly two decades has been granted permission to reunite in Britain following a groundbreaking court decision that highlights the human impact of UK immigration policies.

Surprise Destination Tops Spain for Family Holidays

New research reveals the surprising European destination that's beaten Spain to become the ultimate family getaway, offering better value and unforgettable experiences for parents and children alike.

Tasmania's retirement paradise faces economic crisis

The idyllic Australian island of Tasmania, long celebrated as the nation's premier retirement destination, faces an unprecedented economic storm that could shatter its peaceful reputation and leave pensioners vulnerable.

Best Family Hotels in Mallorca 2024

Discover the top family-friendly hotels in Mallorca that promise unforgettable Mediterranean escapes with childcare, kids' clubs, and stunning beachfront locations.

Australian banks ignore customer hardship requests

Exclusive investigation reveals major Australian banks are systematically failing customers in financial distress, with thousands of hardship requests going unanswered as cost-of-living pressures mount.

Radfords fined for Disney holiday during school term

Sue and Noel Radford, parents to Britain's biggest family, face controversy after being fined for taking their children out of school for an extravagant £52,000 Disney World holiday, sparking debate about term-time absences.

America's Most Inbred Family: The Whittaker Story

An investigative journey into the lives of the Whittakers, known as America's most inbred family, uncovering their isolated existence and the genetic consequences of generations of intermarriage.

HSBC freezes Melbourne woman's account without explanation

A Melbourne mother's life turned upside down when HSBC suddenly froze her account without explanation, leaving her unable to access her own money for essential expenses in a shocking case of banking bureaucracy gone wrong.

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