UK Cuts £35m Sierra Leone Maternal Health Grant
Sierra Leone faces severe cuts to UK aid, losing a vital £35m grant for maternal and newborn health. Experts warn lives are at stake. Read the full investigation.
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Scottish drug deaths surge by nearly a fifth in a year
Suspected drug deaths in Scotland have risen by 19% year-on-year, with critics blaming SNP policies. New figures deal a blow to the government's 'national mission' on addiction.
Coroners' Death Prevention Reports Ignored
Parents who lost their daughter demand legal enforcement of coroners' reports after a study reveals systemic NHS failures are being routinely ignored, leading to preventable deaths.
Coroners' maternal death advice routinely ignored
Shocking research reveals 62% of coroners' prevention reports for maternal deaths in England and Wales go unheeded. Urgent NHS maternity investigation needed.
US evangelicals push into Africa after Trump aid cuts
American religious groups are expanding influence across Africa as Trump's aid cuts create vacuum. Investigation reveals conferences shaping anti-LGBTQ+ laws and reproductive rights restrictions.
South Africa overcome red card to defeat Italy 32-14
South Africa's rugby team secured a 32-14 victory over Italy in Turin, overcoming a second red card in consecutive weeks. Read the full match report and analysis.
Kashmir's Maternal Health Crisis: Births at 14,000ft
Gujjar-Bakarwal women in Kashmir's mountains face childbirth alone due to healthcare exclusion. This maternal mortality crisis demands urgent policy intervention.
Pakistan vs South Africa: Live Cricket World Cup Updates
Follow our live coverage as Pakistan face South Africa in a crucial Cricket World Cup clash at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. Get real-time score updates, streaming information, and match analysis.
Siya Kolisi's 100th Cap: Springboks Captain Makes History
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi makes history as he earns his 100th test cap against France in Marseille, cementing his legendary status in rugby folklore.
Pakistan vs South Africa LIVE: World Cup Thriller Unfolds
Follow live coverage as Pakistan face South Africa in a crucial Cricket World Cup clash at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. Get real-time updates, expert analysis and match highlights.
Trump's Global Gag Rule devastates African healthcare
Exclusive investigation reveals how US aid cuts under Trump's expanded Mexico City Policy have devastated reproductive health services across Africa, forcing clinic closures and endangering vulnerable women.
Four mysterious deaths at Disney World Orlando under investigation
Shocking investigation reveals four adults died under mysterious circumstances at Disney World Florida resorts within months, raising serious safety questions at the world's most famous theme park.
Cape Verde's WAFCON fairytale as South Africa face crisis
The Women's Africa Cup of Nations delivers stunning upsets as Cape Verde celebrate unprecedented success and South Africa confront coaching turmoil after shock elimination.
The Most Foolish Ways Brits Have Died
A shocking new report details the most senseless and preventable deaths in the UK, from DIY haircuts to reckless selfies, urging the public to think twice before taking dangerous risks.
Somalia famine: Climate crisis pushes millions to brink
Exclusive report reveals how consecutive failed rainy seasons and soaring global food prices have created a perfect storm of famine in Somalia, with millions facing severe hunger and aid agencies struggling to respond.
Newlyweds found dead in Bahamas honeymoon tragedy
A romantic getaway turns to horror as American newlyweds are discovered dead in their luxury Bahamas resort room, with police investigating the mysterious circumstances.
US Aid Cuts Trigger HIV Crisis in Lesotho
The tiny African kingdom of Lesotho faces a devastating HIV epidemic resurgence after Trump administration funding cuts eliminated essential prevention programmes, leaving thousands vulnerable.
Indigenous Custody Deaths Hit Record High in NSW
Disturbing new data reveals Indigenous deaths in NSW custody have reached their highest level in over a decade, prompting coronial warnings of systemic failures and demanding immediate government intervention.
Home birth tragedy sparks NHS maternity safety review
Exclusive investigation reveals how a routine home birth turned fatal for first-time mother Sophie Ross, exposing critical gaps in UK maternity safety protocols and sparking calls for urgent reform.
Mother and newborn die hours after birth at London hospital
A London family is grieving after both mother Samantha Cushing and her newborn baby passed away just hours after delivery at North Middlesex Hospital, sparking an urgent investigation.
Mother and newborn die after home birth tragedy
A mother's decision to have a home birth resulted in devastating consequences as both she and her newborn baby died hours after giving birth, despite midwife concerns about her high-risk pregnancy.
45 dead in South Africa bus crash, child sole survivor
Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.
Extreme pregnancy sickness: When motherhood feels like failure
A raw examination of the silent suffering many women endure during extreme pregnancy sickness, challenging society's romanticised view of motherhood and the isolation it creates.
South Africa declares disaster amid catastrophic flooding
Johannesburg and Pretoria face devastating floods as South Africa declares state of emergency with multiple fatalities reported and infrastructure severely damaged.
Africa demands £1.3 trillion climate debt payment
African nations are calling for wealthy countries to honour their climate finance commitments as new research reveals the staggering £1.3 trillion needed for decarbonisation across the continent.
Mother's psychosis tragedy: The baby she adored
Friends reveal the heartbreaking backstory of Alice Mackey, a successful professional whose life shattered when postpartum psychosis turned her dream of motherhood into unimaginable tragedy.
Sierra Leone: Africa's Undiscovered Beach Paradise
Discover Sierra Leone's breathtaking coastline, pristine rainforests and vibrant culture in this comprehensive travel guide to West Africa's emerging tourism destination.
Florida Mother's Desperate 911 Call: 'He's Got My Baby!'
A frantic Florida mother's harrowing 911 call reveals the terrifying moment her child was snatched in a shocking abduction case that has left authorities searching for answers.
Grandmother breastfed grandchildren without asking parents
A grandmother's revelation about breastfeeding her grandchildren without explicit permission has ignited fierce discussion about family boundaries and infant feeding practices across Britain.
Five Men Found Dead in Mysterious California Incident
Shocking discovery in Southern California as five unidentified men are found deceased under mysterious circumstances, prompting major investigation by Los Angeles County authorities.
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