Widower's poems to late wife move BBC Breakfast
Raymond Horsley, 94, shared his book of poems for his late wife of 58 years on BBC Breakfast, revealing how charity Age UK 'changed his life' after her death.
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Age UK: 1.5M to eat Christmas dinner alone
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.
6 Signs of Loneliness in Older Adults at Christmas
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.
1.5 Million Older Brits to Spend Christmas Alone
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.
Loneliness Crisis: 1.5m Elderly Alone at Christmas
Dame Joanna Lumley brands elderly loneliness a 'crisis' as Age UK reveals over a million face Christmas Day alone. Discover the shocking statistics and how to help.
7 Ways to Be a Good Neighbour and Fight Loneliness at Christmas
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.
How to be a great neighbour this Christmas
Expert advice from the Good Neighbours Network on simple acts of kindness to support your community this festive season, especially the elderly and isolated.
Gail Porter at Festive Dog Show After Loneliness Post
TV star Gail Porter attended the Primrose Hill Christmas Festival dog show, smiling alongside a winning Schnauzer. This comes days after she shared heartfelt posts about feeling lonely and overlooked during the festive season.
Coleen Nolan reveals Christmas loneliness struggle
Loose Women star Coleen Nolan opens up about feeling her loneliest ever this Christmas as children start their own families. Read her emotional admission.
Coleen Nolan's Lonely Christmas Decoration Confession
Loose Women's Coleen Nolan, 60, reveals feeling profound loneliness while decorating for Christmas alone for the first time as her children start their own families.
Six Ways to Connect With Friends When Feeling Lonely
Discover six evidence-based strategies to combat loneliness and strengthen friendships. From digital tools to meaningful activities, rebuild your social connections today.
Hero launches charity to end child hospital loneliness
Pride of Britain winner Jamie McDonald launches Ward Buddies, a children's charity tackling loneliness in hospitals. The initiative provides companionship for young patients when families can't be there.
Gail Porter shares heartbreaking loneliness confession
TV star Gail Porter reveals her festive loneliness in emotional Instagram posts after a series of disappointments, prompting an outpouring of support from followers and friends.
Malaysia bans social media for under-16s from 2026
Malaysia plans to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026, following Australia's lead in a global push for online safety. Discover the new digital age limits.
Making Friends in Your 30s: A Practical Guide
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.
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.
Roblox introduces strict age verification for chat
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New system aims to enhance child safety on the popular gaming platform. Learn about the changes.
Gen Z brings back communal dining despite loneliness
Discover why Britain's loneliest generation is embracing communal dining tables and supper clubs. Learn how Gen Z is creating new social spaces beyond smartphones and traditional pubs.
Roblox introduces strict age verification for safety
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New safeguards aim to protect young users from online risks. Discover the platform's latest safety measures.
Roblox tightens age checks and introduces age-based chats
Roblox is implementing a new age verification system and age-based chat groups to enhance child safety on its platform. Learn how these changes will protect younger users.
Childhood loneliness raises dementia risk by 41%
New research reveals that feeling lonely in childhood is strongly linked to accelerated cognitive decline and a significantly higher risk of dementia later in life. Discover the long-term impact on brain health.
910,000 families miss £4,300 DWP Pension Credit
The DWP reveals 910,000 eligible families are missing out on Pension Credit, worth an average of £4,300 annually. Check your eligibility now for vital financial support.
Navigating homesickness when living overseas
A woman grapples with severe homesickness after years abroad, torn between her idyllic home life and the painful longing for family. Expert advice urges decisive action.
Dick Van Dyke on loneliness and feeling 'diminished'
Mary Poppins star Dick Van Dyke, 99, opens up about the profound loneliness of outliving his friends and feeling 'physically and socially diminished' in a candid new diary. Discover his secret to joy.
8 Ways to Stay Social After Retirement
Discover 8 proven strategies to combat loneliness and build a strong support system in retirement. Boost your wellbeing and find a new sense of purpose today.
Modern Friendship: Why Less Contact Creates Stronger Bonds
Discover the counterintuitive approach to forming meaningful friendships in today's fast-paced world. Learn why putting out strong vibes then stepping back might be the key to lasting connections.
State Pension Age Crisis: Millions May Work Longer
Exclusive analysis reveals the looming state pension age dilemma as government considers accelerating increases to 68, potentially affecting millions of workers' retirement plans.
Steve Wright's secret government project revealed in budget
Exclusive documents uncover Steve Wright's secret government collaboration on loneliness strategy before his tragic death, raising questions about project's future.
Single-Person Households Set to Surge 20% in Britain
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.
State Pension Age Review Could Accelerate Rise to 68
Millions of workers face potential state pension age increases as the government launches a fresh review that could accelerate the rise to 68 and beyond. Discover what this means for your retirement plans.
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