Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
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476 Scottish Care Homes Close, Families Face 100-Mile Trips
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
Paul Ogrady saves pensioner from care home eviction
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
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.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
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.
BIFA 2024 Nominations Reveal Surprise Contenders
The British Independent Film Awards nominations are out with unexpected frontrunners challenging established favourites. Discover which films and performances made the cut in this year's most exciting race for independent cinema glory.
BIFA 2025 Nominations: My Father's Shadow Leads Race
The British Independent Film Awards unveils its 2025 nominations with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the shortlist, celebrating the best of UK cinematic talent.
Winter Snake Plant Care: 7 Essential Tips
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
The Tinsman Road: Robbie Banfitch's Horror Film
Discover the chilling new horror movie 'The Tinsman Road' from director Robbie Banfitch that's terrifying viewers with its authentic found-footage style and supernatural suspense.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Bugonia Review: Emma Stone Shines in Bizarre Sci-Fi Satire
Yorgos Lanthimos delivers another cinematic marvel with Bugonia, featuring Emma Stone in a career-defining performance that blends surreal comedy with biting social commentary.
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.
Veteran dies in scalding care home shower - family sues
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Flourishing at 50: Revolutionary Aged Care Success
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
Care home wheelchair users perish in boat tragedy
Exclusive court testimony reveals how disabled care home residents, including several in wheelchairs, met their tragic fate during a catastrophic boat excursion that turned deadly on the water.
Film Scores Perfect 100% On Rotten Tomatoes
Film enthusiasts are raving about an independent movie that's achieved the rare feat of a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with viewers calling it 'exceptional' and 'unforgettable'.
DIY Found Footage Horror Reinvents Home Invasion Terror
A groundbreaking British horror film reinvents the found footage genre with terrifying DIY aesthetic and psychological dread that turns domestic bliss into a nightmare.
Lydia Bright: Foster care system is broken
Former TOWIE star Lydia Bright opens up about her personal experience in foster care and calls for urgent reform to support vulnerable children across the UK.
Elderly sleep on mouse-infested mattresses in care homes
Disturbing investigation reveals elderly care home residents forced to sleep alongside mice nesting in mattresses as facilities face closure across the UK.
Toxic UK immigration debate driving away care workers
Britain's hostile political debate on immigration is causing a dangerous exodus of overseas care staff, putting the entire social care system at risk of collapse.
Australia's Aged Care Overhaul Cuts Waiting Lists
Australia's aged care sector undergoes transformative changes as new government reforms dramatically reduce waiting times while grappling with soaring demand from an ageing population.
Tomorrow I Leave: The heartbreaking cost of care work
This poignant film exposes the emotional toll on care workers sacrificing their personal lives, offering a raw portrayal of Britain's undervalued care sector.
Heath Ledger's Perfect Movie Replacement Found
A stunning new independent film featuring a Heath Ledger doppelgänger has critics and audiences raving about its powerful performance and emotional depth
Australia's Aged Care Crisis: Human Cost Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating human impact of Australia's failing aged care system, with Greens Senator Penny Allman-Payne demanding urgent government action.
Tron: Ares Review - Jared Leto Shines in Stunning Sequel
PETER HOSKIN delivers his verdict on the breathtaking new Tron instalment, praising Jared Leto's captivating performance and the film's perfect blend of visual spectacle and emotional depth in this must-see blockbuster.
Care home patient chokes to death on jam doughnut
A damning report reveals shocking safety failures after a care home resident with swallowing difficulties died from choking on a jam doughnut, prompting urgent calls for reform in elderly care standards.
Sturgeon's child care scheme branded 'shambolic'
A scathing independent review reveals Nicola Sturgeon's flagship scheme to transform the lives of looked-after children has descended into chaos, with devastating consequences for Scotland's most vulnerable young people.
Gardeners' warning: This mistake turns lawns yellow
Experts reveal why your lawn might be turning yellow and brown this month, and the one watering habit you need to stop immediately to save your grass.
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