Suicide Leading Cause of Death for UK Young Adults
Devastating new ONS data shows suicide has become the biggest killer of young Brits aged 20-34, overtaking accidents and substance abuse. Experts demand urgent mental health action.
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Ex-SAS Soldier Demands Mandatory National Service for UK Youth
A decorated former SAS soldier is urging the next government to introduce compulsory national service, arguing it would instil discipline, unity, and purpose in Britain's 'lost' younger generation.
NYC declares social media a public health hazard for children
New York City takes a landmark stance against tech giants, officially classifying social media as an environmental toxin for young people's mental health.
Children's Mental Health Crisis Overwhelms A&E Departments
Exclusive NHS data reveals shocking 53% surge in children detained under Mental Health Act in English and Welsh A&E departments, exposing severe systemic failures in youth psychiatric care.
Kai Rooney Injury Scare During Man Utd Youth Cup Win
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney and wife Coleen watched on in concern as their son Kai, 14, was substituted with a worrying injury during Manchester United's Youth Cup triumph over Leeds.
British Gen Z Favours Trump Over Harris in Political Shock
Exclusive polling reveals a stunning shift as British youth show surprising support for Donald Trump's populist agenda over Kamala Harris, defying traditional political expectations and reshaping the future electoral landscape.
Essex Youth Fight Seaside Deprivation with Arts Revival
Discover how a groundbreaking initiative in Tendring, Essex, is tackling severe seaside deprivation by creating new jobs and opportunities in the arts, music, and theatre for its young people.
UK Teens Show Surprising Willingness to Enlist for War
A startling new study by the National Centre for Social Research uncovers a wave of patriotism among British teenagers, with a significant majority prepared to defend the UK in the event of war, signalling a major shift in youth attitudes.
Arsenal prodigy signs pro deal after 10-goal haul
Arsenal's 17-year-old sensation Max Dowman has put pen to paper on his first professional contract with the club, following a record-breaking performance for England U17s where he scored 10 goals in a single match.
Spice-Laced Vapes: New Drug Threat to UK Children
Exclusive investigation reveals dangerous synthetic cannabinoids like Spice are being disguised in illegal vapes, creating a severe public health crisis for vulnerable children and teenagers across the UK.
Bullied Teen Failed By 277-Day NHS Mental Health Wait
A brave teenager's harrowing story of surviving a brutal school beating, only to be failed by crippling NHS mental health waiting lists. His family's fight for care exposes a national crisis.
NI's Youth Mental Health Crisis: Report Urges Stormont Action
A damning new report reveals a deepening mental health emergency among Northern Ireland's young people, with soaring suicide rates and a 'fractured' support system. Experts are urging the restored Stormont Executive to make youth wellbeing an immediate pr
Lyon academy teen, 13, charged with murder
A 13-year-old star footballer from Olympique Lyonnais's prestigious academy has been charged with the murder of a 15-year-old boy in a brutal street fight, sending shockwaves through the world of football.
EU Proposes Youth Mobility Scheme to Reverse Brexit Travel Barriers
The European Commission proposes a new post-Brexit deal to restore freedom of movement for young Britons and Europeans aged 18-30, overcoming visa hurdles for work and study.
Celebrity Betting Ads Target Children as Young as 11
Shocking research exposes how children are being bombarded with celebrity-endorsed betting ads, with 1 in 10 youngsters tempted to gamble. Experts demand immediate government action.
NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
Govt Pressure Mounts for UK Disposable Vape Ban
Ministers are under intense pressure to outlaw single-use e-cigarettes, with new data revealing a staggering 500% surge in youth vaping and a devastating environmental toll of 5 million devices discarded weekly.
Griff Rhys Jones: Young People's Futures Stifled
Comedian and writer Griff Rhys Jones delivers a powerful polemic on the generational injustice facing young Britons, from the housing crisis and student debt to a stifled creative economy.
Premier League's Homegrown Goal Crisis: Academies Fight Back
Exclusive investigation reveals the alarming decline of English goal scorers in the Premier League. Discover how youth academies are fighting back with a revolutionary new plan to develop homegrown attacking talent.
England's Coastal Towns: Paradise Lost for Young Residents
A startling investigation reveals the harsh realities of growing up in England's picturesque seaside towns, where economic decline, poor transport, and mental health crises create a 'perfect storm' for young residents.
US City Sues Meta and Google Over Youth Mental Health Crisis
The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the
Children Sue Scottish Council in High Court Over Climate Inaction
In a groundbreaking UK legal challenge, a group of children and young adults from West Dunbartonshire are suing their local council in the High Court, demanding it scraps its current local development plan for failing to adequately address the climate cri
13-Year-Old's Heartbreaking Life as Mum in UK Care Crisis
Exclusive images and interviews reveal the devastating reality of a teenage girl forced into motherhood at just 13, highlighting Britain's growing epidemic of child carers and the systemic failures putting vulnerable children at risk.
UK Teens Show Lung Damage from Vaping - Doctors Warn
Shocking new research reveals British teenagers are developing 'wet lung' symptoms and respiratory illness from vaping. Doctors report cases of severe lung injury in children, prompting urgent health warnings.
South Sudan's lost generation: children trapped in war
As South Sudan's civil war rages on, thousands of youths are being coerced into armed groups or lured by gang violence. This in-depth report explores the devastating impact on a lost generation.
UK's First Secure School for Young Offenders to Open
The UK's pioneering secure school for young offenders is set to launch in Kent, offering education and rehabilitation instead of traditional youth prisons.
Bedford teen jailed for life after murder conviction
A 17-year-old from Bedford has been sentenced to life in prison for the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old in a shocking case of youth violence.
Bethell brilliance powers England U19s past India
England U19s' rising star Jacob Bethell delivers a stellar performance, leading his team to a commanding victory over India in a gripping youth Test match.
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