Unclaimed Children's Coats Reveal UK Care System Crisis
An exclusive investigation uncovers the poignant tale of unclaimed children's coats in UK care systems, revealing a silent epidemic of loneliness and the urgent need for foster families.
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Care staff indicted after woman freezes to death in home
Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.
Google billing error locks cancer research staff out of gym
A major billing error by Google led to the wrongful termination of The Institute of Cancer Research's corporate gym membership at PureGym Glasgow, barring vital staff from facilities.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Hospice nurse's emotional plea for assisted dying law change
An experienced hospice nurse from Sussex shares her emotional journey and urges UK lawmakers to reconsider assisted dying laws, revealing the harsh realities of terminal suffering.
UK's revolutionary blood test detects MND in minutes
British scientists develop a revolutionary blood test that detects motor neurone disease (MND) in under a minute, offering hope for faster diagnosis and accelerated drug trials.
Priceless Limoges porcelain stolen in daring museum heist
A major theft at Limoges' Adrien Dubouché Institute sees rare 18th & 19th-century porcelain treasures stolen. Police investigate the sophisticated overnight raid.
Civil Service Graduate Scheme Failing, Warns Report
A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.
Top economist warns Hunt's tax cuts could create £30bn hole
Exclusive: Leading economist Julian Jessop issues a stark warning that the Chancellor's planned tax cuts could destabilise the UK economy, creating a £30bn fiscal black hole and forcing the Bank of England to keep interest rates higher for longer.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
Blair's Secret White House Meeting with Trump on Gaza
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair held a clandestine meeting with Donald Trump, urging the ex-President to leverage his influence for a Middle East ceasefire and Palestinian statehood, as the Gaza conflict intensifies.
Elderly Home Care Programme Failing, Puts Australians at Risk
A critical government programme designed to keep elderly Australians out of hospitals is failing, with new reports revealing severe risks and neglect, leaving the most vulnerable in peril.
Iceland Crowned World's Safest Country in 2024 Index
Iceland has once again topped the Global Peace Index, retaining its title as the most peaceful nation on Earth for over a decade. Discover what makes this Nordic island a haven for travellers and residents alike.
Cornwall Council Uses AI to Decide Elderly Care Budgets
Cornwall Council has implemented an AI algorithm to determine care funding for elderly and vulnerable residents, replacing human assessors in a move critics call 'dangerous and inhuman'.
Share your experiences of caregiving for family in the UK
Guardian seeks personal stories from Britain's informal caregivers. Share the challenges and realities of supporting elderly relatives and siblings to shed light on this vital, often hidden, workforce.
Brian Cox: UK Science Cuts a 'Catastrophic Failure'
Renowned physicist Brian Cox delivers a scathing critique of the UK government's science funding, warning of a 'catastrophic failure of ambition' that threatens to dismantle Britain's world-leading research reputation.
Christian Group Demands Ban on Civil Service Pride Lanyards
Exclusive: The Christian Institute faces a major backlash after demanding a ban on Civil Service Pride lanyards, accusing the government of 'virtue signalling' and triggering a fierce debate on LGBTQ+ inclusion in Whitehall.
Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home
A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.
Alan Turing Institute faces staff revolt over identity crisis
Internal unrest grows at the Alan Turing Institute as employees call for a complete reset, citing a deepening identity crisis and unclear strategic direction.
State school beats Eton in GCSE results
A state school in London has outperformed prestigious Eton College in GCSE results, marking a historic achievement in British education.
Alan Turing Institute staff question AI ethics watchdog
Employees at the Alan Turing Institute have reportedly voiced serious concerns about the effectiveness of the AI ethics watchdog, sparking debates over transparency and accountability in artificial intelligence governance.
Care workers caught dragging teen in shocking footage
Exclusive footage reveals care workers dragging a teenage boy by his ankles in a shocking display of mistreatment. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation.
Father dies in scalding bath at care home
A grieving family demands answers after a father tragically dies in a scalding hot bath at a care home, sparking urgent safety concerns.
Amazon sparks protests in Southport over new facility
Residents in Southport are voicing strong opposition to Amazon's new facility, citing concerns over increased traffic, noise, and disruption to local businesses. The Institute for Public Policy Research weighs in on the debate.
UK care sector faces 152,000 staff shortage crisis
New figures reveal a deepening crisis in the UK's adult social care sector, with a staggering 152,000 vacant positions. Experts warn of severe consequences for vulnerable adults as recruitment struggles continue.
Labor faces backlash over aged care reform delays
The Australian government is under fire as delays to crucial aged care reforms spark outrage among advocates and opposition leaders.
ChatGPT plaques spark care home controversy
Care homes across Britain are installing brass plaques with QR codes linked to ChatGPT, raising ethical concerns about replacing human interaction with AI.
UK care homes face crisis as complaints surge
New data reveals a worrying surge in complaints about UK care homes, with Age UK highlighting deteriorating conditions and staffing shortages. Experts call for urgent reforms.
Bristol care home failures caused woman's death
A coroner's report reveals a series of catastrophic failures at a Bristol care home that led to the tragic death of a vulnerable woman. Read the full investigation.
Wellcome Photography Prize 2025 winners revealed
Explore the breathtaking winning images from the Wellcome Photography Prize 2025, showcasing the intersection of science and art at London's Francis Crick Institute.
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