Excessive Restraint in Immigration Detention Exposed
Shocking report reveals routine handcuffing of vulnerable detainees including frail 70-year-old man. Home Office contractors accused of disproportionate force and toxic staff culture.
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Man 'arranged for 25 others to pay for sex with woman'
Thomas Crossey, 56, from Belfast, denies charges of controlling prostitution and human trafficking after a woman alleged four years of sexual exploitation for drugs. Read the full court details.
Carer abandons elderly woman in park overnight
A Florida carer has been charged with neglect after allegedly abandoning a 69-year-old disabled woman in a park overnight. Discover the shocking details of this case.
Myanmar Army Crackdown on Scam Centres Broadcast
Myanmar's military government broadcasts its crackdown on notorious online scam centres, showing bulldozed buildings and over 1,000 detained foreigners. Discover the full story.
7 dog breeds needing extra help in UK cold snap
A vet nurse reveals the 7 types of dogs most vulnerable to UK snow and ice. Learn how to keep your pet safe, warm and healthy during winter walks.
DWP £25 Cold Weather Payments: Who is eligible?
Vulnerable households in England and Wales can receive £25 from the DWP for each week of freezing temperatures. Check if you qualify for this essential winter support.
Man pleads guilty to selling suicide chemicals online
A North Wales man has pleaded guilty to exploiting vulnerable people by selling chemicals online, leading to two deaths. Read the full investigation details.
CBA Boss Grilled Over £270m Fee Decision
Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn faces scrutiny for refusing to repay millions in fees to low-income customers. Discover the full story behind the banking controversy.
98 Palestinians died in Israeli detention since 2023
A shocking report reveals 98 Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody since 2023, exposing systematic torture and medical neglect. Read the full investigation into these human rights violations.
98+ Palestinian Detainees Died in Israeli Custody
Exclusive report reveals at least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli detention since October 2023, with evidence suggesting the true toll is much higher. Read the full investigation.
Judge signals release of Chicago immigration detainees
A federal judge has indicated hundreds detained in Chicago immigration operations could be released on bond. Learn about the legal battle and what comes next.
Judge blocks ICE transfers of Chicago immigrants
A landmark ruling prevents US immigration authorities from moving detainees from Chicago to distant facilities, marking a significant victory for immigrant rights advocates.
Couple jailed for £80k dating app romance scam
A calculating couple created fake profiles on dating platforms to emotionally manipulate and financially exploit single women across the UK, stealing over £80,000 in a sophisticated romance fraud operation.
Britain's invisible web of care revealed
Amidst NHS pressures and social care cuts, an intricate network of informal carers across the UK is providing vital support to vulnerable people, new research reveals.
Abuse Footage Revealed at Israeli Detention Camp
Exclusive CCTV footage obtained by The Independent shows disturbing treatment of Palestinian detainees at Israel's Sde Teiman camp, prompting international outcry and military investigations.
Rochdale grooming gang predator flees UK
Exclusive: One of Rochdale's most notorious grooming gang members has left Britain after trafficking multiple vulnerable girls and impregnating a 13-year-old victim, sparking outrage over justice system failures.
Israel's top military lawyer arrested over leaked abuse video
The Israeli military's senior legal officer faces arrest after confessing to leaking disturbing footage showing soldiers assaulting detained Palestinians, sparking a major accountability crisis.
Pregnant mother jailed for drug trafficking role
Exclusive: Bella Culley, a vulnerable pregnant mother, was coerced into a cocaine smuggling operation. Her harrowing story exposes how drug gangs exploit the desperate.
50+ Child Asylum Seekers Missing from Kent Care
Exclusive investigation reveals more than 50 child asylum seekers have vanished from Kent care facilities, raising serious safeguarding concerns and prompting urgent government review.
Gov Expands Health Hotel Accommodation for Vulnerable
Exclusive: The government is significantly expanding its emergency accommodation programme, placing vulnerable individuals and families in hotels and other temporary housing to address urgent health and welfare needs across Britain.
Israel detains dozens in Jerusalem security crackdown
Israeli security forces have launched a major operation in East Jerusalem, detaining numerous Palestinians as tensions escalate following recent attacks. The crackdown targets alleged Hamas operatives.
Predatory couple jailed for horrific child abuse campaign
A predatory husband and wife duo, including a former hockey coach, have been sentenced to decades in prison for systematically abusing vulnerable children over years in a case that has shocked the nation.
Police officer sacked after dragging vulnerable man in custody
A Greater Manchester Police officer has been dismissed after disturbing CCTV footage revealed him dragging a handcuffed vulnerable man across a custody suite floor in what watchdogs called 'an abuse of power'.
Household Support Fund crisis: Millions face financial cliff edge
Exclusive investigation reveals how the termination of the Household Support Fund is pushing vulnerable families into deeper poverty across Britain, with councils warning of catastrophic consequences.
Urgent: 2M UK Homes May Lose £150 Energy Support
Time is running out for vulnerable households to claim crucial energy bill support. Discover if you're eligible for the Warm Home Discount before the February deadline.
195,000 households get energy debts wiped clean
Major energy debt relief announced as regulator clears £25 million in outstanding bills for vulnerable households across Great Britain. Find out if you're eligible for this financial lifeline.
COVID Roulette: Medication Crisis Hits Millions
Exclusive investigation reveals how medication withdrawals are creating a hidden pandemic of suffering among vulnerable patients across Britain
UN: Trump-era aid cuts fuel global humanitarian crisis
Exclusive: United Nations officials warn that drastic funding reductions to humanitarian programmes are creating catastrophic gaps in essential services worldwide, with vulnerable populations bearing the brunt.
NHS: 12 Groups Need Winter Vaccinations Urgently
The NHS has identified 12 high-risk categories who should receive crucial winter vaccinations immediately. Discover if you're eligible for protection against flu, COVID-19 and pneumonia.
British couple await verdict in Iran detention case
A British-Iranian couple detained in Iran for over five years await a verdict that could determine their fate, as diplomatic efforts continue to secure their release.
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