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Homelessness Crisis Hits UK Classrooms

New research reveals 52% of teachers work with homeless children, disrupting education. The government's £3.5bn strategy aims to tackle the root causes. Read the full story.

Second Bluetongue Suspect Case in Co Down

A second suspected bluetongue outbreak in County Down has led to a new 20km control zone. Officials urge farmer vigilance as the virus threatens livestock. Learn the symptoms and restrictions.

Labour's child poverty plan targets 550,000 children

The government unveils its long-awaited child poverty strategy, pledging to scrap the two-child benefit cap and improve housing. Critics argue the plan lacks ambitious, binding targets for real change.

172,000 UK Children Homeless This Christmas

Housing campaigner Kwajo Tweneboa reveals 172,000 British children are living in temporary accommodation. His GoFundMe campaign, '172,000 Reasons to Give', provides direct support. Donate now.

Myanmar Junta Applauds US End to Protected Status

Myanmar's military regime welcomes Washington's decision to halt temporary protected status for 4,000 citizens, while human rights monitors warn of ongoing violence and forced conscription.

Elton John's 15-Month Blindness Battle Revealed

Sir Elton John opens up about his devastating 15-month struggle with blindness after a severe eye infection. The music legend remains hopeful for a scientific breakthrough. Read his full story.

Dying man made homeless by council decision

Shaner Osman, 60, battles terminal cancer while sleeping rough after Islington Council withdrew housing duty. Campaigners condemn the 'PR nonsense' response.

McCausland's blindness documentary rethinks AI

Comedian Chris McCausland's BBC documentary 'Seeing into the Future' explores how AI technologies are transforming lives for the visually impaired, challenging common scepticism.

UK Looks to Denmark's Tough Asylum Approach

Britain's Labour government seeks to emulate Denmark's controversial asylum policies, which have slashed refugee numbers but drawn international criticism. Discover the human impact.

Nou Camp reopens amidst radical renovation work

FC Barcelona's iconic stadium welcomes fans back while construction continues on dramatic £1.3bn renovation, with temporary stands and visible cranes dominating the skyline.

Gov Expands Health Hotel Accommodation for Vulnerable

Exclusive: The government is significantly expanding its emergency accommodation programme, placing vulnerable individuals and families in hotels and other temporary housing to address urgent health and welfare needs across Britain.

Halloween Contact Lens Warning: Risk of Blindness

Leading ophthalmologist reveals how counterfeit Halloween contact lenses are causing permanent eye damage, with cases of corneal ulcers and blindness rising dramatically during spooky season.

Toddler's blindness: Parents' heartbreaking discovery

A family's world is turned upside down as they share the devastating moment they realised their toddler is losing his sight. This emotional journey reveals the early signs of childhood blindness that every parent should know.

Britain's prefab revival: Councils turn to pod homes

Eleven UK councils are embracing radical prefabricated housing estates as temporary solutions to combat soaring homelessness and migrant accommodation pressures. Discover how this post-war approach is making a surprising comeback.

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