Disability benefit rates to increase by 3.8% in April 2026
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.
Cooper Flagg Breaks LeBron James' Scoring Record
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points, breaking LeBron James' record for a teenage debut. Discover how the Dallas Mavericks' new star made history.
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.
World Record: 621 Christmas Trees in One German Home
Step inside the Jeromin home in Germany, where 621 decorated Christmas trees have earned a world record. Discover the festive wonderland they live in year-round.
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.
Teams That Achieved Perfect World Cup Qualification Records
Discover the elite football nations who achieved perfect World Cup qualifying records. From Brazil's dominance to Spain's flawless run, explore football history's most impressive campaigns.
Ultrarunner Jennings breaks 100-mile world record
Donegal's Caitriona Jennings breaks women's 100-mile world record in 12:37:04, revealing how ultrarunning brings 'huge sense of achievement' and encouraging more women to try extreme distances.
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.
Policewoman sets 733 pull-up record, faces online trolls
Queensland police officer Jade Henderson broke the Guinness World Record with 733 pull-ups in an hour, only to be met with baseless steroid accusations from online trolls. Discover her inspiring story of resilience.
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.
McCaffrey breaks NFL record in 49ers victory
San Francisco 49ers' star running back Christian McCaffrey makes NFL history with unprecedented touchdown record in commanding victory over Los Angeles Chargers.
DNA evidence challenge rocks Charlie Kirk's Utah event
A Turning Point USA event in Salt Lake City turned explosive when an audience member challenged Charlie Kirk with DNA proof contradicting his claims about Donald Trump's rally attendance.
Labour's Powell demands action on school absence crisis
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell launches blistering critique of government failure to address soaring school absences, calling for immediate intervention to prevent 'lost generation' of students.
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