Daughter's guilt after blocking dying father's message
Erica Lefevre, 49, shares her complex grief after her estranged father's death. She cut ties for her wellbeing, but guilt remains after missing his final message. Read her powerful story.
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Labour's child poverty plan targets 550,000 children
The government unveils its long-awaited child poverty strategy, pledging to scrap the two-child benefit cap and improve housing. Critics argue the plan lacks ambitious, binding targets for real change.
HMRC £897 alert for backdated Child Benefit claims
HMRC urges UK families to claim up to £897 per child in backdated Child Benefit. Learn eligibility, rates, and how to claim via the official app before the deadline.
Dad abandons kids on freezing mountain
A father faces child abuse charges after allegedly abandoning his three young children during a perilous mountain hike in stormy conditions. Read the full harrowing account.
WBBL Abandonment Fury: Thunder Denied Victory
Umpires' controversial decision to abandon a rain-affected WBBL match in Adelaide labelled a 'disgrace' and 'embarrassment', costing Sydney Thunder a likely win. Read the full story.
Newborn abandoned in Brazilian field fights for life
Farmers discovered an abandoned newborn girl with umbilical cord attached in a rural Brazilian field. The infant is fighting for her life after overnight exposure.
Wicked star's father abandoned her on Tube platform
Cynthia Erivo reveals heartbreaking moment her father told her he never wanted to see her again on London Underground platform when she was 16. Read her emotional story.
Two-Child Cap Scrapped, Freeing £150m for Scotland
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends the two-child benefit cap, freeing £150m for Scotland to tackle child poverty. Discover the Budget's impact on families and new funding.
Abandoned puppies saved by caring 'auntie' dog
Six puppies and a caring older dog were abandoned in a field. Rescuers share the heartwarming story of their bond and the urgent search for remaining puppies' forever homes.
Pet abandonment soars 25% in cost of living crisis
RSPCA reports animal abandonments in England and Wales rose by nearly 25% in 2025, with charities warning of an 'epidemic' as owners struggle with costs.
Abandoned Baby Found Alive in Bangkok Toilet Tank
A newborn girl was discovered alive inside a toilet tank in Bangkok office building. Police are investigating the abandonment as doctors confirm the baby is unharmed.
Coalition abandons net zero, targets immigration cuts
Opposition leader Sussan Ley announces Coalition's energy plan focusing on power prices over emissions, promising immigration policy within weeks. Read the full details.
Girl, 11, starved to death, body found in bin
An 11-year-old Connecticut girl died from starvation after being denied food for two weeks. Her mother has pleaded not guilty to murder. Read the full story.
Child sex doll seized at UK border in shocking discovery
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
Grandma abandoned by cruise ship in Indonesia
Shocking story of Suzanne Rees, 77, left stranded in Indonesia with no money or passport after Coral Expeditions cruise deemed her unfit to travel following a fall.
Police Scrutinised Over Grooming Gang Failures
UK police forces are under pressure to improve responses to child grooming gangs as a landmark report reveals inconsistent recording practices and BeaconPort launches new intelligence system.
Dog abandoned with heartbreaking note tied to lamp post
A helpless dog named Sasha was discovered tethered to a street lamp with a poignant note explaining her owner could no longer afford her care, sparking outrage and sympathy across the UK.
Pet abandonment surges 31% as cost of living crisis bites
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonment calls as cost of living crisis bites, with thousands of animals facing uncertain futures.
Pet abandonments surge 31% in UK welfare crisis
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonments across England and Wales, with economic pressures creating a perfect storm for animal welfare charities.
Girls abandoned on Ferris wheel in freezing Louisiana incident
Shocking incident at Louisiana amusement park as two girls, aged 7 and 9, were left stranded on a Ferris wheel for hours in near-freezing conditions after staff allegedly abandoned their posts.
Cruise ship horror: Stranded passengers and tragic death
Shocking cruise horror stories emerge as passengers reveal being stranded on remote islands, medical emergencies ignored, and one woman dying after being left behind in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Australia launches public child sex offender registry
In a groundbreaking move for child safety, Australia announces a national public registry for convicted child sex offenders, empowering parents with crucial information to protect their children.
22 puppies rescued from Utah highway in dramatic operation
Heartwarming rescue mission saves 22 puppies abandoned on busy Utah highway in sweltering heat. The dramatic operation involved multiple agencies working together to give the dogs a second chance at life.
Elderly cruise passenger abandoned on remote island
The devastated daughter of Julie Lenahan reveals how her 73-year-old mother was abandoned on Lizard Island during a cruise excursion, exposing serious failures in passenger care protocols.
Toddler found wandering London streets alone overnight
A three-year-old child was discovered wandering unsupervised in East London's Upton Park area during early morning hours, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
Child found wandering alone in East London before dawn
A young child was discovered wandering alone near Upton Park station in East London before dawn, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
Mother arrested for abandoning newborn on NYC subway
A shocking case unfolds in New York City as Assa Diawara faces charges for reportedly leaving her newborn baby at a subway station. The 22-year-old mother was arrested after the infant was discovered alone on the platform.
Mother sentenced for abandoning newborn in plastic bag
A 39-year-old London woman has been sentenced after leaving her newborn baby wrapped in a towel inside a plastic bag near a footpath in east London.
Texas mother arrested for abandoning 6-year-old son
Shocking child neglect case in Texas as a mother faces charges after allegedly leaving her young son completely alone for several days without supervision or provisions.
Texas couple jailed for leaving boy alone to party
Shocking child neglect case in Copperas Cove as mother Kristy Faye Faussett and boyfriend John Henry McNeill abandon young child to attend multiple parties.
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