A groundbreaking US scheme in Flint, Michigan, providing unconditional cash to new mothers is delivering stunning results in child development and maternal health. Could this radical policy be the answer to the UK's own child poverty crisis?
Exclusive analysis reveals the complex mix of medical, social, and systemic factors behind the UK's rising C-section rates, moving beyond the 'too posh to push' myth.
New research indicates using frozen embryos in IVF may increase risks of high blood pressure disorders for expectant mothers. Experts urge caution and informed decision-making.
Exclusive: New medical research reveals pregnant women using THC cannabis face significantly higher risks of birth abnormalities and autism spectrum disorders in their children.
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers a shocking connection between Fusobacterium, the dangerous pregnancy condition pre-eclampsia, and increased cancer vulnerability, revolutionising our understanding of maternal health.
A blistering half-century from Harry Brook propelled England to a sensational comeback win against South Africa, sealing the T20 series in a nail-biting Cardiff finale.
Exclusive preview and betting odds for the decisive England vs South Africa T20 international in Cardiff. Analysis, team news, and predictions for the crunch cricket clash.
Live report from The Oval as England pull off a stunning run chase against South Africa to clinch the ODI series in a dramatic final-over finish. Get the full match analysis and player ratings.
The Prince and Princess of Wales will mark International Women's Day with separate high-profile engagements, with Kate visiting a maternal mental health hub and William attending the annual Commonwealth Day service.
Megan Boswell, the Tennessee mother convicted of murdering her own 15-month-old daughter, Evelyn, has been handed a life sentence. The harrowing case, which involved the child's body being hidden in a shed, has concluded with a verdict that offers no chan
England's young guns, led by a spectacular 88 from Jacob Bethell, secured a dominant 157-run victory over South Africa in the second ODI at Lord's, leveling the series in emphatic fashion.
Capital FM radio host Aimee Vivian reveals her near-fatal battle with sepsis just weeks after giving birth. A shocking story of a missed infection turning into a life-threatening crisis.
Forget everything you thought you knew about Africa. Tucked away in the mountains, the Kingdom of Lesotho offers a stunning, cool climate, epic adventures, and a unique cultural experience unlike any other on the continent.
New figures reveal Scotland's drug death rate is more than double that of 2016 and triple the UK average, with Nicola Sturgeon's government facing fierce criticism over a public health emergency.
Young pace sensation Sonny Baker takes four wickets on his England ODI debut to dismantle South Africa and secure a thrilling series victory for the hosts at the County Ground in Northampton.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ugandan families face devastating dementia crisis without government support, as UK's NHS faces parallel challenges in geriatric care.
The Guardian's five-star film review of 'Mother Vera' is reimagined, exploring this powerful story of sacrifice, resilience, and a mother's battle against a broken system in austerity Britain.
A grieving family demands answers after a healthy new mother, Krystal Márquez, died from a sepsis infection just days after a routine caesarean section at Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga Hospital, Ontario.
A landmark study has identified the countries where the pursuit of the perfect selfie has turned deadly, with India leading a sobering global ranking of fatalities. Discover the treacherous locations and the tragic human cost behind the social media trend
A bus carrying 46 passengers has crashed and rolled down an embankment in South Africa's Limpopo province, resulting in a catastrophic death toll of 26 and leaving dozens more injured. The devastating incident occurred on the R518 road near Mokopane.
Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.
In a devastating new attack, Boko Haram militants have killed at least 40 farmers in Nigeria's restive Borno State, highlighting the ongoing security crisis in the region despite government claims of control.
An urgent call for systemic change in how British society supports mothers, moving beyond empty praise to tangible policies that address the exhausting reality of unpaid care work.
A 44-year-old British woman becomes one of the oldest in the UK to give birth following a groundbreaking IVF treatment using her own eggs, offering new hope for women struggling with fertility later in life.
Discover how Nairobi's vibrant Comic Con Kenya is breaking cultural barriers, bringing together thousands of anime and manga enthusiasts in a spectacular celebration of Japanese pop culture and African creativity.
Australia's ODI woes continue as a clinical South African bowling attack, led by a fiery spell from Gerald Coetzee, secures an emphatic 84-run series win in Potchefstroom.
In a heart-wrenching interview, Paul McNeill speaks out after his sister Jacqueline became the one millionth person to die on UK roads, demanding urgent government action on road safety to prevent further tragedies.
New research exposes the devastating impact of Trump-era aid cuts, linking the expanded 'Mexico City Policy' to a dramatic 31% increase in maternal mortality across sub-Saharan African nations reliant on US health funding.
Botswana, a former HIV success story, faces a devastating new health emergency threatening to reverse decades of progress and push its population towards extinction.
In a heart-wrenching exclusive, the husband of Lucy Connolly breaks his silence after her tragic death following a caesarean section at a UK hospital, raising serious questions about NHS maternity care.