Robot tech lets ill children join playgrounds virtually
The Mirror's Christmas appeal supports Lifelites charity, providing AV1 robots and sensory tech to help thousands of life-limited children access education and combat loneliness. Donate now.
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Community raises thousands for hospice supporting girl with cancer
A Welsh community that united to fund a child's cancer treatment has now raised over £10,000 for Ty Hafan hospice, which supports her family. Discover their inspiring story.
Assistive tech unlocks boy's world after royal meeting
13-year-old Felix, who has a life-limiting condition, uses Lifelites assistive technology to communicate. His story highlights the Mirror's Christmas appeal to help thousands more children.
500,000 Teachers Could Strike Over School Funding Cuts
Britain's National Education Union threatens national strikes as 500,000 teachers may walk out over school funding concerns following the Budget. Find out why.
Labour Budget Pumps £2bn into Scotland and Wales
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders praise a £2bn funding boost and the abolition of the two-child benefit cap in the new budget, hoping it will reverse their fortunes in upcoming elections.
Fashion designer Pam Hogg dies aged 68
Iconic British fashion designer Pam Hogg has died peacefully in a London hospice. The creative force behind looks for Princess Eugenie and Beyoncé leaves a magnificent legacy.
Boy's emotional reaction to £17k hospice fundraising
Seven-year-old Noah Playforth breaks down in tears after discovering his daily running challenge raised over £17,000 for Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice. His heartwarming story went viral on TikTok.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
7 Common Deathbed Regrets Revealed by Hospice Nurse
A hospice nurse who sat with 300 dying patients shares the seven most common deathbed regrets. Discover how to live fully and avoid these painful realisations.
WHO job cuts after US withdraws funding
The World Health Organisation announces significant staff reductions and programme cuts following US funding withdrawal. Learn how this impacts global health security.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Assisted Dying Bill Drives Palliative Care Funding Talks
As Parliament debates assisted dying legislation, a £100m hospice investment and improved end-of-life care choices take centre stage. Discover how this affects UK families.
First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Sally Kirkland, 84, in Hospice Care
Oscar-nominated actress Sally Kirkland, 84, is now in hospice care in Palm Springs following dementia, infections, and falls. A GoFundMe supports her medical costs. Read her story.
Barnsley woman's legacy transforms Marie Curie hospices
A remarkable story of generosity unfolds as a Barnsley woman's final gift to Marie Curie sparks a nationwide legacy, funding vital hospice services from Preston to Bristol and beyond.
Trump pressure threatens US government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.
Police Scotland demands extra £140m amid budget crisis
Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.
End-of-Life Care Needs Fundamental Reform, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
School Transport Costs Surge 24%, Councils Warn of Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals English councils' home-to-school transport costs have surged by 24%, leaving vulnerable families and local authorities in financial distress.
Hospice Chaplain Reveals What Dying Patients Really Ask
An experienced hospice chaplain shares the profound wisdom from patients facing their final days, revealing the universal question that unites us all when confronting mortality.
Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout
NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
Hospice Doctor's Stark NHS Crisis Warning
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Scottish Government blocks Dundee University £20.3M bailout
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
Trump Halloween party amid UK disabled children funding cuts
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism for hosting lavish Halloween festivities while UK government reduces support for children with special needs through Snap funding programme.
Kent hospice damaged by hurricane, services threatened
A Kent hospice serving vulnerable patients faces severe disruption after hurricane-force winds caused extensive damage, putting critical care services at risk.
WWE Legend King Kong Bundy's Health Mystery Deepens
Conflicting reports emerge about the condition of 67-year-old WWE icon King Kong Bundy as family members offer contradictory statements about his health status and hospice care.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts
As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
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