A marketing professional reveals the emotional reality of his weekly three-hour shift answering calls for the Samaritans suicide prevention charity. Discover the challenges and rewards of being a listening ear.
Volunteer Andrew Rogers, 61, died after a collision while transporting vital NHS supplies. This is the second Blood Bike Wales rider to die in six months. Police appeal for witnesses.
A volunteer Blood Biker, Andrew Rogers, 61, has died after a collision while transporting vital NHS supplies. This is the second such tragedy in six months for the lifesaving service.
A long-serving National Trust volunteer was banned after pointing out thousands of website errors. Discover the full story behind the 400-hour review and the clash over organisational values.
A long-serving National Trust volunteer was banned after highlighting thousands of website errors. Discover the full story behind the values clash and the 400-hour proofreading effort.
Bethanie Powell, 31, attempted suicide after postnatal depression. Saved by Mind's Mums Matter, she's now a mental health practitioner helping fellow mothers. An estimated 85,000 mums in England may have suffered last year.
Bethanie Powell, 31, attempted suicide after postnatal depression. Saved by Mind's Mums Matter, she's now a mental health practitioner helping mums. An inspiring story of recovery and support.
At least seven people have died after a bus carrying teachers on a charity mission overturned in northern Vietnam. Rescue efforts continue in the remote area.
Blind and partially sighted people in the UK face waits of up to two years for a guide dog as charity Guide Dogs battles soaring costs and volunteer shortages. The cost to breed and train one dog has reached £102,000.
An NHS director warns of dangers in using AI chatbots for mental health support during the festive period. Over a third of adults have turned to AI for wellbeing help. Seek professional NHS support.
A volunteer pilot group, Seuk's Army, airlifted 117 shelter pets in a memorial flight marking the anniversary of a member's fatal crash. See the story of this remarkable animal rescue mission.
Nearly 900 people in the UK are waiting for a guide dog due to a critical shortage of volunteer puppy raisers. The charity is appealing for help, especially in Scotland and the North West.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting hails the new Mental Health Act as a 'giant leap' for dignity and autonomy. The law, receiving Royal Assent, overhauls the 1983 Act and aims to tackle racial inequalities and inappropriate detention.
Two in five Brits plan to volunteer this Christmas, but the Royal Voluntary Service warns of a 44% drop in applications come January. Discover unique roles and how to help close the gap all year.
Marika Pogany, 82, a cherished volunteer killed in the Bondi terror attack, is remembered for her decades of quiet kindness and community service. Read her story.
A retired police sergeant was tragically killed while directing traffic at a festive Christmas parade in Cumming, Georgia. Read the full story on the community's loss.
Letty McMaster's one-month volunteering trip turned into a lifetime commitment when she became legal guardian to nine abandoned children. Discover her incredible journey and the charity she built.
An 80-year-old cancer survivor had her car stolen while volunteering at a Portland church. Thieves used her cards, charging $600. A GoFundMe aims to help her recover. Read her story.
Emmanuel Macron unveils a 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, aiming to bolster national defence. Paid €800/month, it starts in 2026. Read the full details.
President Macron announces a new volunteer military service for young French nationals, citing 'accelerating threats' from Russia. The scheme will launch in mid-2026.
The community mourns the sudden loss of Poppy Johnson, an 18-year-old Bangor University student and passionate animal lover. Read the touching tributes.
Actor Douglas Booth shares tragic loss of his father to suicide in May, sparking vital conversation on men's mental health struggles and undiagnosed autism. Find support.
Shirley Mease, 73, prepares a free community Thanksgiving feast for 700 people in Missouri, responding to food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown.
The future of Matlock's beloved Boxing Day RNLI charity raft race is in jeopardy after marshals faced verbal abuse from spectators. Organisers urgently need volunteers to save the event that has raised over £150,000. Help save this tradition!
Two British volunteer audiologists have been detained in India after allegedly crossing from Nepal without valid visas. Learn the full story and the diplomatic response.
Guide Dogs puppies created a special guard of honour at a Premiership Women's Rugby match in Gloucester. The event highlighted their vital socialisation training and celebrated volunteer efforts.
A mental health expert explains how schizophrenia tragically distorted a mother's reality, leading to her toddler's death on a park swing. A heartbreaking reminder of the urgent need for mental health support.
Discover 8 proven strategies to combat loneliness and build a strong support system in retirement. Boost your wellbeing and find a new sense of purpose today.
Sex Education star Aimee Lou Wood reveals her personal mental health struggles and how Angelina Jolie's honesty about her own experiences provided crucial comfort and validation.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals teenagers are significantly more likely to self-harm if their friends engage in similar behaviour, highlighting urgent need for peer-focused mental health interventions.