Bereaved families are turning to crowdfunding and loan sharks as the cost of a traditional funeral jumps 5.3%, the biggest annual rise since 2016. Discover the financial strain and available support.
New data reveals the UK's top dog names for 2025, with Milo's dramatic rise analysed by experts. Discover the trends shaping what we call our four-legged family members.
A major study reveals a £4,000 gap in UK funeral costs based on location. Discover how to avoid hidden fees and compare prices transparently in our guide.
A major UK study reveals funeral costs can differ by nearly £4,000 depending on your location and chosen director. Learn how to navigate prices and avoid hidden fees.
A look back at the UK's most sought-after items in 2025, from viral toys to seasonal food collaborations and shifting spending habits. Discover the full story.
A new study predicts a major comeback for traditional baby names in 2026, inspired by bestselling novels, blockbuster films, and chart-topping music. Discover the top names tipped for popularity.
A judge accepts guilty pleas from Colorado funeral home owners who admitted abusing 191 corpses, with victims' families demanding justice. Read the shocking details.
Obituary for Peter Lloyd-Jones, the visionary who blended science and art to shape UK design education at Kingston University and championed public taste. Read his remarkable story.
Discover the 11 products UK readers couldn't get enough of in 2025, from a surprise coffee winner to Lego sets and luxury sleep masks. Find out what made the cut.
Target's sales data shows gingerbread cookies are the UK's favourite festive treat, dominating in 38 states. Discover the nationwide trends and what it reveals about holiday shopping habits.
A California funeral home is being sued after allegedly handing a grieving father his deceased son's brain in a biohazard bag when he asked for his clothing. The family is seeking justice.
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after shocking scandals, ending a system where no licence or qualifications were required. Read the full story.
Discover the 20 most-loved Christmas presents for 2025, based on reader purchases. From party-starting games to self-care essentials, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
A West Belfast community is in mourning after Annmarie McCann and her daughter Bridin passed away peacefully in hospital just days apart. Their devastated family will hold a joint funeral service on Monday. Read the full tribute.
Luna is the UK's favourite dog name for the fifth year running. See if your pet's name made the 2025 list, featuring trendy picks like Augie and classics like Bella.
Annette Federspiel discovered her late husband's feet attached to his socks in a bag of belongings. Read the shocking full story of this distressing mix-up in Scotland.
Thousands flock to Australia's first MINISO LAND at Westfield Chatswood, featuring exclusive Disney, Pokémon and Sanrio collaborations. Discover the must-have items causing shopping frenzy.
Discover the UK's most popular middle names for 2025. New analysis reveals the classic choices, like Rose and James, that parents are using to balance unique first names.
Over 800 mourners gathered at Sydney's St Andrews Cathedral for radio legend John Laws' state funeral. Russell Crowe delivered a moving eulogy for his friend of 23 years.
A family-run bagel shop in London's East End has beaten global competition to become the most ordered restaurant worldwide on food delivery platform Deliveroo, serving up traditional beigels to hungry customers 24/7.
New data from Deliveroo exposes the UK's favourite comfort foods, with a surprising bagel shop dethroning traditional takeaways in the nation's delivery habits.
Discover which hit Netflix shows are inspiring British parents' baby name choices, from Bridgerton's Daphne to Stranger Things' Eleven.
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Exclusive insights from goth metal pioneers reveal the artistic philosophy and unexpected vulnerability behind their haunting soundscapes that captivate millions worldwide.
Experimental music pioneer Juana Molina opens up about her creative process, disdain for artistic pretension, and the playful spontaneity behind her groundbreaking new work.
A mourner suffered a fatal heart attack during a funeral service in Michigan, creating a devastating double tragedy for one grieving family.
New research uncovers the nation's most beloved bedtime stories, from timeless classics to modern favourites that are helping British children drift off to dreamland.
Thailand embarks on an unprecedented year-long funeral ceremony for Queen Sirikit, the revered 'mother of the nation', who died aged 93, with elaborate processions and traditional rituals honouring her seven-decade legacy.
ITV presenter Charlene White opens up about the emotional turmoil of her father's funeral and the painful confession she's carried for years in a raw, personal revelation.
A devastating workplace accident at a Texas funeral home has claimed the life of a 47-year-old employee who was fatally crushed by equipment. The incident has sparked investigations and raised serious safety concerns.