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Rare surgery performed on sun bear at Hertfordshire Zoo

A sun bear named Kyra at Hertfordshire Zoo undergoes a rare fertility surgery by German vets, a crucial step for the vulnerable species' European breeding programme. Discover how this operation could boost conservation efforts.

Virgin Media fined £23.8m over digital landline switch

Ofcom slaps Virgin Media with a £23.8m fine after its digital landline migration left vulnerable telecare customers at direct risk of harm. Discover the full story and what the telecoms giant must do now.

UN accuses Israel of 'de facto' torture policy

A damning UN report details Israel's 'organised and widespread torture' of Palestinians, including dog attacks and sexual violence. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes.

Myanmar Army Crackdown on Scam Centres Broadcast

Myanmar's military government broadcasts its crackdown on notorious online scam centres, showing bulldozed buildings and over 1,000 detained foreigners. Discover the full story.

CBA Boss Grilled Over £270m Fee Decision

Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn faces scrutiny for refusing to repay millions in fees to low-income customers. Discover the full story behind the banking controversy.

98+ Palestinian Detainees Died in Israeli Custody

Exclusive report reveals at least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli detention since October 2023, with evidence suggesting the true toll is much higher. Read the full investigation.

Couple jailed for £80k dating app romance scam

A calculating couple created fake profiles on dating platforms to emotionally manipulate and financially exploit single women across the UK, stealing over £80,000 in a sophisticated romance fraud operation.

Britain's invisible web of care revealed

Amidst NHS pressures and social care cuts, an intricate network of informal carers across the UK is providing vital support to vulnerable people, new research reveals.

Abuse Footage Revealed at Israeli Detention Camp

Exclusive CCTV footage obtained by The Independent shows disturbing treatment of Palestinian detainees at Israel's Sde Teiman camp, prompting international outcry and military investigations.

Rochdale grooming gang predator flees UK

Exclusive: One of Rochdale's most notorious grooming gang members has left Britain after trafficking multiple vulnerable girls and impregnating a 13-year-old victim, sparking outrage over justice system failures.

50+ Child Asylum Seekers Missing from Kent Care

Exclusive investigation reveals more than 50 child asylum seekers have vanished from Kent care facilities, raising serious safeguarding concerns and prompting urgent government review.

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.

Israel detains dozens in Jerusalem security crackdown

Israeli security forces have launched a major operation in East Jerusalem, detaining numerous Palestinians as tensions escalate following recent attacks. The crackdown targets alleged Hamas operatives.

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