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Millions on PIP, DLA, Attendance & Carer's Allowance will see weekly payments rise from April 2026. Check the new rates and what you need to know about the DWP uprating.
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Gen Z Leads Surge in UK Christmas Church Attendance
A major survey reveals nearly half of Brits plan to attend a Christmas church service, with young adults driving the trend. Discover the reasons behind this festive revival.
Manchester school gives away TVs to improve attendance
A Manchester secondary school is tackling the post-pandemic attendance crisis with a unique rewards scheme, giving away TVs, bikes and vouchers. See how it's cutting absence rates.
Arthritis sufferers may claim £441 monthly DWP benefit
Over 500,000 UK pensioners receive Attendance Allowance for arthritis. Find out if you're eligible for up to £441.40 every four weeks in tax-free support.
DWP Benefits for Over State Pension Age Needing Daily Help
The NHS outlines vital DWP benefits for people over State Pension age who need help with daily tasks due to illness or disability. Discover Attendance Allowance and other support you could claim.
US School Pays Pupils £40 Weekly to Attend Class
A Washington DC high school is paying students £40 weekly to combat chronic absenteeism. The radical scheme aims to tackle a crisis where 38.2% of students miss 10% of school. Discover the impact and controversy.
Looking Beyond Haaland's Goal Numbers to See True Greatness
Erling Haaland's staggering goal tally is undeniable, but true appreciation of his legend requires looking past the brute statistics. Discover the deeper impact of Manchester City's striker.
Ofsted: 39,200 children missing from education is a scandal
Ofsted's chief inspector warns of an attendance 'scandal' as 39,200 children vanish from school rolls. The 20% rise sparks fears of future unemployment and crime. Read the full report.
Ofsted: Social Media Chipping Away at Children's Attention
Ofsted's chief inspector warns social media harms behaviour and learning. He calls for schools to be sanctuaries from phones as absence rates soar. Read the full report.
Farage makes £140k from Cameo as constituents furious
Reform MP Nigel Farage earned £140,000 from Cameo videos while speaking just 22 times in Parliament. Clacton constituents express outrage over his absence. Read the full investigation.
US theme parks invest millions to boost falling attendance
As US consumer confidence hits a seven-month low, theme parks are betting big on immersive new roller coasters and major franchise tie-ins to revitalise attendance. Discover the multi-million dollar strategy.
DWP urged to add mobility to Attendance Allowance
Calls grow for the DWP to consider a mobility component for Attendance Allowance, granting pensioners access to the Motability Scheme. Discover the potential impact.
State Pensioners: Check Your Eligibility for Extra Benefits
Millions of UK State Pensioners may be missing out on thousands of pounds in extra support. Discover over a dozen discounts and benefits you could claim, from Council Tax help to free TV licences.
School swaps truancy fines for parent awareness courses
A North London primary school has dramatically improved attendance by replacing penalty notices with educational sessions for parents. Discover how this empathetic approach is transforming school absence.
Free Beer Fails to Fill Rice Stadium for Rival Game
Rice University offered free beer to boost attendance for its football rivalry game against North Texas. Discover why the promotion fell flat despite the lure of free Busch.
Rice University offers free beer to students
Rice University is using free beer, ice cream, and cash vouchers to lure students to a crucial football game against North Texas before the Thanksgiving break. Discover the creative tactics being deployed.
Japan's Real 'Rental Family' Industry Exposed
Discover the real Japanese businesses offering rented relatives and friends, a service spotlighted in the new film 'Rental Family' starring Brendan Fraser. Explore the loneliness epidemic driving this unique industry.
FAA Bonus Scheme Excludes Thousands of Controllers
Only 776 air traffic controllers will receive a $10,000 bonus for working unpaid during the US government shutdown, leaving thousands out. Discover the fallout from the controversial policy.
Three-quarters of parents allow school 'duvet days'
New survey reveals 75% of British parents let children skip school for mental health breaks, challenging traditional attendance views. Discover the changing attitudes.
DWP warns older people over payment changes
The DWP urges over 1.7 million Attendance Allowance claimants to report key life changes or risk benefit reductions. Learn which changes must be reported immediately.
Parents give kids six mental health days off school
New UK research reveals parents prioritise children's mental wellbeing over school attendance, granting an average of six mental health days annually. Discover the impact on education.
2 Changes That Could Increase Your Attendance Allowance
Attendance Allowance claimants over state pension age are urged to report two key changes that could increase their weekly payment to £110.40. Learn how to claim more.
Guardiola hits 400 Premier League games milestone
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola joins Sir Alex Ferguson, Arsène Wenger and Jurgen Klopp in exclusive 400-game club as he reaches new Premier League milestone.
Football's Vanishing Records: Glory That Didn't Last
From astronomical transfer fees to astonishing winning margins, discover the football records that were broken almost as soon as they were set in this fascinating look at the sport's most short-lived achievements.
Van Dijk equals Rooney's Premier League red card record
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has matched Wayne Rooney's controversial Premier League record after receiving his second red card of the season against Bournemouth.
State Pension Boost: 3 Conditions for Extra £407 Weekly
Discover how certain health conditions could significantly increase your State Pension payments, with some retirees eligible for over £400 per week through Attendance Allowance.
Haaland: Among Football's Greatest Strikers Already?
Erling Haaland's phenomenal scoring record has ignited debate about where he ranks among football's all-time striking greats. We analyse his credentials against legends like Ronaldo, Messi, and Premier League icons.
Kerry Katona slams double standards after match ban
Former Atomic Kitten star Kerry Katona has spoken out against what she calls blatant double standards after being denied entry to her daughter's football match while other parents with criminal records were permitted to attend.
Haaland smashes Premier League record with five goals
Manchester City's Erling Haaland rewrites Premier League history with incredible five-goal performance, breaking multiple records in dominant 6-1 victory over Bournemouth at Etihad Stadium.
Salah matches Henry's Premier League record in Villa win
Mohamed Salah's stunning performance against Aston Villa has seen the Egyptian King join an exclusive group of Premier League legends, matching Thierry Henry's incredible record while firing Liverpool to victory.
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