Across the UK, grassroots initiatives from farming co-ops to urban neighbourhood projects are rebuilding community bonds to fight a historic epidemic of social isolation. Discover how they're making a difference.
Amid a US loneliness epidemic, small community groups from Baltimore to Kentucky are rebuilding social connections person by person. Discover how grassroots efforts are healing isolation.
New research tracking 30,000 people for nearly 20 years proves social isolation is a direct cause of faster cognitive decline, independent of loneliness. Reducing isolation could shield brain health.
Age UK's stark figures reveal a loneliness epidemic among older people this Christmas. Learn the six subtle signs of loneliness and practical steps you can take to help. Support is available.
Age UK reveals 1.5 million older people will eat Christmas dinner alone. Learn the subtle signs of loneliness and how to support loved ones this festive season.
New Age UK research reveals a staggering 1.5 million older people will eat Christmas dinner alone. Dame Joanna Lumley calls it a 'crisis'. Discover how you can help tackle loneliness this festive season.
As festive isolation looms, community leaders urge reaching out to neighbours. Discover simple gestures to support the elderly, young families, and build local bonds this Christmas.
Insiders report President Trump has scaled back public rallies, becoming isolated in a pro-Trump media bubble. Allies worry he's out of touch with voters who elected him. Read the full analysis.
Pakistan rejects UN rights chief's warning that constitutional changes granting army chief lifetime immunity undermine rule of law. Concerns grow for jailed ex-PM Imran Khan, denied family contact for weeks.
New research reveals that regularly eating alone is linked to poorer diets, weight loss, and a higher risk of frailty for older adults. Discover the health impacts and what experts recommend.
Discover how one woman defied statistics and built meaningful friendships in her 30s using apps and real-life connections. Learn practical tips to overcome adult loneliness.
A new study reveals nearly 40% of English teenagers prefer AI chatbots for advice and companionship, citing speed and ease. Discover the implications for youth development.
EU Commissioner Thierry Breton warns Europe must protect its digital laws from US pressure and assert sovereignty against competing tech empires. Read why Europe's digital future matters.
New research reveals 58% of UK travellers are less likely to book with airlines like Ryanair that charge extra for paper boarding passes. Discover the impact on older passengers and the cost of living.
Sydney entrepreneur Mariam Stevenson discusses Australia's transactional relationships and lack of community support for small businesses. Discover why urban connections feel superficial.
Cardiologist reveals how strong social connections combat emotional stress to improve heart health. Learn dietary tips and lifestyle changes to reduce heart disease risk.
A therapist warns retirement can trigger social isolation, depression, and anxiety. Discover eight proactive strategies to protect your mental wellbeing in later life.
In a heartbreaking case that has shocked the community, a mother was discovered decomposing in her bed with a knife on her pillow weeks after her death, raising serious questions about community care and support systems.
The European Court of Human Rights president signals unprecedented changes to migration rules while cautioning Britain about diplomatic isolation in landmark statement.
Dive into this week's must-read articles exploring internet fragility, the evolution of coolness, and legendary photographer Don McCullin's most powerful shots. Essential reading for the digitally aware.
New research reveals Britain is becoming a nation of solo dwellers, with single-person households projected to increase by nearly one-fifth, raising concerns about loneliness and housing demands.
An intimate documentary explores the extraordinary lives of off-grid communities in rural Devon, revealing why they chose isolation and what their existence tells us about modern society.
In a groundbreaking move, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence as its Minister of Digital Affairs, with the AI announcing it's expecting digital children in a viral video that's redefining governance.
From banking to benefits - discover the everyday situations where digital ID will become mandatory across the UK and what it means for your privacy and convenience.
A groundbreaking digital identity scheme is poised to streamline travel within the Common Travel Area, offering Britons and Irish citizens a seamless border experience while raising privacy considerations.
Discover how Colombia's pioneering community programme is fighting loneliness and empowering senior citizens through intergenerational connections in Bogotá.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils ambitious plans for mandatory digital identity scheme, promising to transform how Britons access public services while facing fierce criticism from privacy campaigners.
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
As Poland's birth rate plummets to unprecedented lows, new research reveals a surprising culprit: a devastating loneliness epidemic that government financial incentives cannot solve.