New research tracking 30,000 people for nearly 20 years proves social isolation is a direct cause of faster cognitive decline, independent of loneliness. Reducing isolation could shield brain health.
Age UK's stark figures reveal a loneliness epidemic among older people this Christmas. Learn the six subtle signs of loneliness and practical steps you can take to help. Support is available.
Age UK reveals 1.5 million older people will eat Christmas dinner alone. Learn the subtle signs of loneliness and how to support loved ones this festive season.
New Age UK research reveals a staggering 1.5 million older people will eat Christmas dinner alone. Dame Joanna Lumley calls it a 'crisis'. Discover how you can help tackle loneliness this festive season.
As festive isolation looms, community leaders urge reaching out to neighbours. Discover simple gestures to support the elderly, young families, and build local bonds this Christmas.
Insiders report President Trump has scaled back public rallies, becoming isolated in a pro-Trump media bubble. Allies worry he's out of touch with voters who elected him. Read the full analysis.
Pakistan rejects UN rights chief's warning that constitutional changes granting army chief lifetime immunity undermine rule of law. Concerns grow for jailed ex-PM Imran Khan, denied family contact for weeks.
New research reveals that regularly eating alone is linked to poorer diets, weight loss, and a higher risk of frailty for older adults. Discover the health impacts and what experts recommend.
Discover how one woman defied statistics and built meaningful friendships in her 30s using apps and real-life connections. Learn practical tips to overcome adult loneliness.
A new study reveals nearly 40% of English teenagers prefer AI chatbots for advice and companionship, citing speed and ease. Discover the implications for youth development.
Sydney entrepreneur Mariam Stevenson discusses Australia's transactional relationships and lack of community support for small businesses. Discover why urban connections feel superficial.
Cardiologist reveals how strong social connections combat emotional stress to improve heart health. Learn dietary tips and lifestyle changes to reduce heart disease risk.
A therapist warns retirement can trigger social isolation, depression, and anxiety. Discover eight proactive strategies to protect your mental wellbeing in later life.
In an extraordinary medical breakthrough, 19-month-old Oscar Sparrow from West Midlands has been identified as the only person worldwide living with a never-before-seen genetic mutation, offering new hope for rare disease research.
In a heartbreaking case that has shocked the community, a mother was discovered decomposing in her bed with a knife on her pillow weeks after her death, raising serious questions about community care and support systems.
The European Court of Human Rights president signals unprecedented changes to migration rules while cautioning Britain about diplomatic isolation in landmark statement.
A mother reveals how her daughter endured cruel bullying for years before doctors discovered her weight struggles were caused by rare Bardet-Biedl syndrome, exposing the hidden reality of genetic disorders.
New research reveals Britain is becoming a nation of solo dwellers, with single-person households projected to increase by nearly one-fifth, raising concerns about loneliness and housing demands.
An intimate documentary explores the extraordinary lives of off-grid communities in rural Devon, revealing why they chose isolation and what their existence tells us about modern society.
Groundbreaking research reveals new method to identify cancer-causing genetic changes early, potentially revolutionising preventative care and saving thousands of lives through timely intervention.
Discover how Colombia's pioneering community programme is fighting loneliness and empowering senior citizens through intergenerational connections in Bogotá.
The heartbreaking story of Isabelle Tate, a young girl from England fighting Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a rare genetic condition threatening her ability to walk and enjoy a normal childhood.
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
As Poland's birth rate plummets to unprecedented lows, new research reveals a surprising culprit: a devastating loneliness epidemic that government financial incentives cannot solve.
Exclusive look at the harsh conditions facing Nicolas Sarkozy as he begins his prison sentence in Paris's notorious La Santé prison, where isolation and strict routines await the former French leader.
Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a family coping with their daughter's rare Cri Du Chat syndrome, revealing the daily challenges and emotional toll of caring for a child with complex needs.
Former football hardman turned actor Vinnie Jones shares extraordinary story of roadside rescue and his new mission to combat rural loneliness in upcoming TV series.
Sony unveils its October PS Plus Extra and Premium catalogue with 15+ new games including DC's Gotham Knights and survival horror classic Alien: Isolation coming October 15th.
The NHS is rolling out a groundbreaking genetic testing programme to identify thousands of Britons with undiagnosed hereditary haemochromatosis - a dangerous iron overload condition that can cause organ damage if untreated.