Sean McKiernan, a former Fine Gael councillor, has been sentenced to prison for stealing £150,000 from a mental health charity to fund male escorts and crystal meth. Read the shocking details of this breach of trust.
Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield finishes his seventh ultramarathon in seven days, raising over £1.1 million for motor neurone disease charities in honour of his late friend Rob Burrow.
Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield completes his '7 in 7' ultramarathon challenge, raising vital funds for MND charities in memory of Rob Burrow. Read his emotional journey.
Experts warn parents about four dangerous social media challenges that have turned fatal. Learn the risks of chroming, surfing, blackout and Benadryl trends to keep your children safe online.
Got advice for taking on a charity trek or marathon? The Guardian wants your tips on training, fundraising, and logistics for organised challenges in the UK and overseas.
A food enthusiast was left feeling 'sick as a dog' after attempting a mammoth 4kg chilli meal in a Devon steakhouse. Only three people have ever finished the £50 challenge. Read the full story.
A savvy shopper uncovered a haul of designer clothes in London charity shops, including a jacket made for actor Hugh Laurie, making a £1,000 profit from one trip. Discover the secrets of sustainable, high-profit charity shopping.
Family of Owen Henderson speak out after his death during charity boxing training becomes fourth fatality linked to Ultra White Collar Boxing events company.
The tragic final moments of a man who choked on a giant doughnut, part of a spate of speed eating fatalities. Discover the hidden dangers of competitive eating.
Fans are outraged as Cheryl Tweedy's name is removed from the Newcastle youth centre she helped raise £1million for. Discover the royal charity's explanation.
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox has raised an incredible £11,501,637 for Children In Need after completing a 135-mile ultra marathon across Northern England. Discover how she did it.
BBC presenter Sara Cox completes five marathons in five days, raising over £10 million for Children In Need while honouring her late brother's memory. Read her emotional journey.
The Charity Commission faces backlash for refusing to investigate East London Mosque's ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity fun run, sparking discrimination claims.
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox reveals the brutal aftermath of running five marathons in five days for Children in Need, raising over £10 million. Discover her inspiring story.
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox confirms her return to air after an emotional 135-mile marathon challenge for Children in Need, raising an incredible £10 million for charity.
Charlotte Savill, 22, bravely fought rare fibrolamellar carcinoma. Her brother Tom is cycling 2700km from Morocco to raise funds for underfunded cancer research. Support the cause.
A puppy named Stormzy, found badly injured on the streets, makes an incredible recovery after 22 days with the Happy Doggo charity, defying vets who suggested euthanasia.
Leading homelessness charity Crisis calls on Shelter to embrace direct housing provision after successful pilot. Could this transform Britain's approach to rough sleeping?
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox battles through pain on day three of her 135-mile Children In Need marathon, raising over £1.4 million for charity. Support her incredible effort now!
Sam King is running 50km daily for 74 days to honour his mother, Penny, who suffered a traumatic brain injury. He aims to raise £74,000 for Headway UK. Support his incredible challenge.
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox moved to tears after her Great Northern Marathon Challenge for Children in Need surpassed £1,002,869. Support her incredible effort today!
Discover how the StreetSmart campaign enables diners to support homelessness charities simply by enjoying meals at participating restaurants across the UK.
76-year-old Philip Welsh from Cardiff embarks on an extraordinary 700-mile walking challenge to Edinburgh to raise vital funds for the NHS, battling health conditions and unpredictable weather along Britain's scenic routes.
Dare to tackle the North East's most formidable breakfast challenge featuring 15 colossal components including full English, American pancakes and loaded hash browns.
An Edinburgh-based children's charity supporting young Ukrainian refugees issues urgent appeal as funding crisis threatens vital services for traumatised children.
Discover the expert strategies that charity shop volunteers use to uncover designer labels and valuable items for pennies. Learn when to shop, what to look for, and how to spot quality pieces.
A widow faces heartbreaking penalty after donating her deceased husband's belongings to The Salvation Army while navigating cancer treatment and bereavement.
Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand steps off the ice and onto the bench as volunteer coach for emotional cancer charity hockey game, supporting young fan battling the disease.
Australian radio hosts Carrie Bickmore and Tommy Little push boundaries with their revolting new challenge that's taking social media by storm. Discover the messy details that have listeners both horrified and entertained.