Young people risk benefit cuts for refusing job offers
The DWP announces a new scheme where 55,000 young people on Universal Credit could lose benefits if they refuse a subsidised job offer. The six-month roles start in April 2026.
The DWP announces a new scheme where 55,000 young people on Universal Credit could lose benefits if they refuse a subsidised job offer. The six-month roles start in April 2026.
New research from Northern Ireland shows most young people are cautious or opposed to reintroducing wolves and lynx to the UK and Ireland. Discover the key findings and what it means for conservation policy.
A father reveals his daughter's seven reapplications for a vital NHS wheelchair, highlighting a system failing younger, full-time users. Read the full story and share your views.
New research reveals a 110% surge in long-term antidepressant use among 10-24 year olds in the UK, with 45% taking them beyond recommended guidelines. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
A stark new study highlights a crisis in young people's mental wellbeing. We examine the findings and the urgent call for action. If you are struggling, support is available.
Massive homeless encampment emerges near Seattle's Space Needle as city prepares for new mayor's policies. Concerns rise over drug use and public safety. Read the full investigation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget brings major changes to ISAs, pensions, and taxes that will impact young people's finances. Discover what you need to know.
A Turkish YouTuber explores the hidden world of Las Vegas' mole people, a 1,500-strong homeless community fighting for survival in flood-prone tunnels beneath the city's casinos.
Hundreds gather in Co Meath for the funeral of Alan McCluskey, one of five young people killed in the Dundalk car crash. A community mourns an unimaginable loss.
A leading charity warns 23,500 young people face homelessness this winter, a worsening crisis. Discover the regional impact and personal stories behind the statistics.
Shocking study reveals normalisation of sexual strangulation among young Britons, with 36% reporting fear and 21% suffering physical harm. Learn the life-threatening risks.
A community mourns after a devastating crash near Dundalk claims five young lives, including Scottish student Chloe Hipson. Read the full story and tributes.
Communities mourn five young people killed in a two-vehicle collision near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses to the tragic incident on the L3168.
Five young people have died in a shocking two-vehicle collision near Dundalk, Co Louth. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the devastating incident.
Five young people, aged 21-23, died in a two-vehicle collision near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses. A nation mourns the profound loss.
Five young people in their 20s have died in a two-vehicle collision near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses to the 'shocking' Saturday night incident.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the hidden struggles facing young residents in UK coastal communities - from isolation and unemployment to crumbling infrastructure.
The UK government launches a groundbreaking initiative to tackle financial exclusion by helping homeless individuals access basic banking services through a new pilot scheme starting in January.
A deeply troubling account of homelessness in Wilmington, Delaware, where Christina Park's life on the streets exposes systemic failures and human suffering in America's wealthiest state.
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
Medical experts reveal a worrying 50% increase in diverticulitis cases among under-50s, with poor diets and modern lifestyles blamed for the concerning trend affecting Britain's youth.
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Exclusive interview with Nigel Planer unveils how his iconic character Neil from The Young Ones mirrored his own experiences in London's 1970s counterculture, and why he's now telling his real story.
Utah's capital launches groundbreaking initiative to convert city-owned properties into managed campsites for homeless residents, sparking both hope and controversy.
Sir Keir Starmer has condemned Reform UK council candidate Sarah Pochin after she complained about 'too many black and Asian people' in television advertisements, calling the remarks deeply offensive racist rhetoric.
City Commissioner Pete Anderson faces backlash after suggesting homeless people should be 'tourists' and given one-way bus tickets out of town in controversial proposal.
A Republican congressional candidate in Montana has sparked outrage with a controversial plan to relocate homeless individuals to a remote island as a tourist attraction.
Leading psychiatrist Professor Sir Robin Murray reveals alarming new evidence about cannabis's devastating impact on developing brains and calls for urgent public health action.
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking reality of Cessnock's homeless encampment as residents face freezing conditions and community tensions escalate in the NSW Hunter region.
Game of Thrones star Sean Bean reveals the profound impact of his friendship with a homeless man he met while filming in Liverpool, sharing how this unexpected bond taught him valuable life lessons about humanity and connection.