An elderly couple, Charles and Linda Lightfoot, were discovered dead in a New Mexico pasture days after a Thanksgiving visit. The search involved a Silver Alert and aerial drones. Read the full story.
Discover the most valuable life lessons from those who've lived them. From embracing failure to finding joy in small moments - wisdom that transforms lives. Read and reflect now.
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An 88-year-old woman broke her neck and three other bones, then had to move 121km from family after selling her home for aged care. Queensland's crisis sees 1,100 stuck in hospitals.
Astrologist Jemima Cainer reveals how Mercury's retrograde motion offers opportunities for reflection and growth across all zodiac signs. Discover your personalised cosmic roadmap today.
As generative AI becomes our primary information source, centuries of traditional wisdom and local knowledge are disappearing from digital ecosystems. Discover why this matters for global knowledge diversity.
A remarkable 92-year-old guest on BBC Breakfast shared her surprising secret to longevity, leaving presenters and viewers utterly charmed by her wisdom and wit.
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
A teenager's face swelled to twice its normal size following a wisdom tooth extraction, leaving his own siblings struggling to recognise him in a bizarre medical reaction.
A rediscovered 1950 Country Diary entry reveals remarkable ingenuity as villagers employ nature's resources to rescue a heavily-laden lorry from deep rural ruts, offering timeless wisdom in sustainable problem-solving.
A tribute to the pioneering deep ecologist and Buddhist scholar Joanna Macy, whose revolutionary 'Work That Reconnects' inspired millions to transform despair into ecological action.
Discover how a remarkable new documentary unveils the extraordinary life of Cree elder Wilfred Buck, blending indigenous astronomy with profound personal redemption in a cosmic narrative that will leave you starstruck.
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Expert advice from Age UK on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing for elderly parents. Discover stress-reduction strategies, decluttering tips, and financial considerations.
Discover the surprising insights and hard-won wisdom Guardian journalists have gained over the past year, from navigating AI challenges to maintaining journalistic integrity in turbulent times.
Exclusive investigation reveals how delayed hip fracture surgeries are costing lives and burdening taxpayers with millions in avoidable NHS costs. Senior doctors demand urgent government action.
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating human impact of Australia's failing aged care system, with Greens Senator Penny Allman-Payne demanding urgent government action.
An elderly couple lay undiscovered for months in their London home due to coroner service delays, raising serious questions about elderly care and public service failures.
Disturbing video captures a young child brutally assaulting a 70-year-old shop worker while adults watch in Kansas City convenience store. Police investigation underway.
A grieving family issues an urgent warning after a healthy 28-year-old father dies from sepsis following a routine wisdom tooth surgery, highlighting critical NHS safety concerns.
Disturbing footage captures the moment a 73-year-old man intentionally reverses his car into his 71-year-old neighbour during a petty dispute over parking in a quiet residential street. The victim was hospitalised with serious injuries.
As the UK's aged care system reaches breaking point, families and carers are demanding urgent political action. This investigation reveals why meaningful reform is being delayed and what must change.
A deceitful carer from Stoke-on-Trent has been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding a frail 85-year-old woman of her life savings. Discover the full story of this gross breach of trust.
A sudden loss of appetite in older adults is a critical warning sign. This comprehensive guide reveals the medical, social, and psychological causes behind this common issue in the UK's ageing population and provides actionable advice for concerned famili
A vulnerable 84-year-old woman from Surrey was conned out of her entire savings by sophisticated fraudsters posing as police officers in a devastating courier scam that highlights the rising threat to elderly residents.
A seasoned doctor reflects on the wisdom he’d tell his younger self—health, career, and happiness advice that could change your life.
A care worker has dodged prison after filming herself performing a TikTok dance on an elderly dementia patient without consent. The disturbing incident has sparked outrage.
Susan Rhodes, 72, disappeared following a car collision in West Sussex, leaving authorities and loved ones desperate for answers.
An 81-year-old motorist accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, crashing into a retired couple in a shocking incident. Read the full details.