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Banker's wine tasting hobby hid alcoholism until 48

A former banking executive shares her shocking journey from wine tasting courses to full-blown alcoholism, revealing how 'sophisticated' drinking culture masked a devastating addiction that nearly cost her everything.

Filler addict spent £3k monthly on cosmetic procedures

A UK woman's extreme addiction to cosmetic fillers saw her spending £3000 monthly on procedures, leading to severe health complications and a warning from experts about the dangers of unregulated treatments.

NRL star's $250k gambling addiction revealed

Exclusive: Canberra Raiders forward Luke Bateman opens up about his devastating gambling addiction that saw him lose over $250,000, nearly destroying his NRL career and personal life before seeking help.

Australia's £15bn Gambling Addiction Crisis Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's severe gambling crisis, with adults losing a staggering £15 billion annually. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and the urgent calls for reform.

Home Office scraps 28-day refugee grace period

Exclusive: The UK government has quietly abolished the 28-day grace period for newly recognised refugees, leaving them at immediate risk of homelessness and potentially tearing families apart. Charities warn of a looming humanitarian crisis.

Trump suggests reopening mental asylums for homeless

Former President Donald Trump has controversially suggested solving America's homelessness crisis by reopening mental institutions, a plan drawing immediate criticism from mental health experts and advocates.

Vulnerable at risk as UK housing support slashed

Charities sound the alarm as government cuts to housing vouchers and soaring rents threaten to leave thousands of vulnerable Britons, including families and the elderly, without a home. A perfect storm of policy failure and economic pressure is pushing th

Refugee Rough Sleeping Surges 42% Ahead of UK Winter

Leading UK charities warn of a dramatic surge in refugees forced to sleep rough this winter. New data reveals a 42% increase in homelessness among asylum seekers, with urgent calls for government action to prevent a humanitarian crisis.

Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home

A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.

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