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£1 charity shop box contains £15k Disney treasure

A lucky charity shopper discovers a vintage Walt Disney memorabilia box worth over £15,000 after paying just £1 at a British charity shop, in an incredible find that's stunned collectors.

£25 Charity Shop Find That Transformed My Home

Discover how one woman's £25 charity shop gamble turned into the bargain of a lifetime. This heartwarming UK shopping success story reveals how charity shopping can yield incredible finds that transform your home and lifestyle.

Read 140 Books Yearly With This Library Hack

Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.

Charity to close nearly 50 shops across UK

The British Heart Foundation reveals devastating plans to shut down dozens of charity shops across the UK, blaming economic pressures and declining donations for the unprecedented closures.

Why you forget books you just read

Discover the surprising psychological phenomenon affecting avid readers everywhere and learn practical strategies to improve your reading retention.

Reading Rainbow Returns with Mychal Threets as Host

The iconic children's educational programme Reading Rainbow is set for a spectacular comeback, with former librarian Mychal Threets bringing his viral book enthusiasm to a new generation of young British readers.

Charity donor's £500 gift slashed to £25 by HMRC

A kind-hearted donor was left reeling after HMRC clawed back £475 from her £500 charity donation due to complex Gift Aid rules. Discover how this tax trap could affect your charitable giving.

BLM activist guilty of £30k charity fraud in Boston court

Prominent Black Lives Matter organiser Monica Cannon-Grant convicted of defrauding donors and state grants while leading Violence in Boston charity. The shocking verdict reveals personal enrichment through charity funds.

Cancer Trust severs ties with donor after Epstein link

The Teenage Cancer Trust has cut all connections with a former major donor, hedge fund manager Glenn Dubin, after his name appeared in the recently unsealed Jeffrey Epstein court documents. The charity, which supports young people with cancer, has removed

Cost-of-Living Crisis Forces UK Charity Closures

A devastating new report reveals hundreds of UK charities, including major names like Oxfam and Macmillan, are shutting down services and branches as the cost-of-living crisis bites, threatening vital support for the nation's most vulnerable.

Man finds rare Dior jacket for £8 in charity shop

A savvy shopper's incredible charity shop find—a vintage Christian Dior jacket worth thousands—proves that fashion gold is still hiding on the high street. Discover the story behind the stunning discovery.

Mod & Ridley Star in Pride and Prejudice Live for Gaza

One Life's Ambika Mod and Star Wars' Daisy Ridley headline a special live performance of Jane Austen's classic to raise crucial funds for humanitarian efforts in Gaza, featuring a celebrated British cast.

MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of Failing Charity Commission

A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has issued a scathing report demanding a major overhaul of the Charity Commission, citing a 'catastrophic failure' in its duty to hold charities accountable and protect public trust.

Mail Metro Media's padel tournament raises £40k for BHF

Mail Metro Media's inaugural charity padel tournament, featuring football legend Joe Cole, was a resounding success, raising over £40,000 for the British Heart Foundation in a thrilling display of sport and generosity.

Ofsted: One in Three English Schools Fails on Reading

A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.

Expert Tips to Boost Your Child's Reading Before School

Discover expert-backed, game-changing strategies to transform your child into a confident reader. From phonics fun to building a reading sanctuary, our guide ensures a smooth and joyful start to their educational journey.

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