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Maternal Deaths Up 20%, UK Misses Safety Target
Official data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed its 2025 target. Read the full analysis.
Maternal deaths up 20%, 2025 target missed
New data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed to meet its 2025 target. Read the full report and expert analysis.
Man and boy found dead in separate west Dublin homes
Gardai are investigating after the bodies of a man and a boy were discovered at two separate properties in west Dublin on Thursday morning. Follow for updates.
ICE shootings surge in Trump's 2025 immigration crackdown
Federal immigration agents linked to 14 shootings amid Trump's expanded enforcement. Record deaths in custody as detention surges by 50%. Read the full investigation.
New Road Safety Plans 'Not Enough' Say Bereaved Families
Bereaved families and the AA criticise the government's new road safety strategy as insufficient, calling for Graduated Driving Licences to protect young drivers.
Maternity trauma: 90% felt ignored by NHS staff
Exclusive Sky News investigation reveals hundreds of traumatic UK birth stories. 90% felt ignored, with long-term mental trauma and staff misconduct reported. Read the shocking findings.
Two teens die in Kent car crash near Iwade
A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl have died after a blue Ford Fiesta left Old Ferry Road in Kent. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
31 deaths in ICE custody make 2025 deadliest year in decades
2025 was the deadliest year for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in over two decades, with 31 fatalities in custody. The deaths occurred amid record detention numbers.
Backlash Grows Against Free Birth Society in Episode Six
A backlash against the Free Birth Society intensifies as Emilee and Yolande respond. This is episode six of a year-long Guardian investigation. Support independent journalism.
Three hikers dead on Mount Baldy, trails closed
The body of a 19-year-old college freshman was found on Mount Baldy's Devil's Backbone trail after a 500ft fall. Two others also perished as treacherous conditions prompt trail closures. Read the full report.
Australia's 2025 road deaths rise by 8%
Australia's road toll increased in 2025, with 1,323 lives lost. Experts call for urgent action on speed limits and vehicle safety. Discover the full analysis.
Pakistani health worker Naushaba Roonjho runs for office
Naushaba Roonjho, a community health worker from Sindh, Pakistan, overcame family opposition to champion polio vaccination and girls' education. Now, she's campaigning for local political office to transform her village. Read her inspiring story.
Three hikers dead on Mount Baldy after failed rescue
Three hikers have been found dead on Southern California's treacherous Mount Baldy after high winds prevented a rescue helicopter from landing. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
The Birth Keepers: Doulas and the UK Maternal Care Crisis
Explore the rising doula movement in the UK as it confronts systemic gaps in maternity care. Meet the women offering emotional and physical support where the NHS falls short.
Migrant fatalities fall to 3,000 amid tighter border controls
A new report reveals over 3,000 migrant deaths en route to Spain in 2025, a sharp drop attributed to EU-funded border policing. Activists warn of more dangerous journeys.
Why Death Rates Spike Over Christmas and New Year
Official data reveals a sharp rise in deaths during December and January. Experts explain the complex mix of healthcare pressures, festive excess, and cold weather driving this tragic seasonal trend.
Sydney Rally Marks 10 Years Since David Dungay Jr's Death
A decade after David Dungay Jr died in custody, his family leads a rally for justice amid record Aboriginal deaths and new NSW protest laws. Join the call for accountability.
Free Birth Society ideology nearly costs mother her life
An investigation reveals how the Free Birth Society's message led one woman to the brink. Discover the risks of unassisted childbirth and the year-long Guardian probe.
Storm Johannes kills three, cuts power across Scandinavia
At least three dead as Storm Johannes batters Scandinavia, leaving 140,000 without power and causing travel chaos. Follow our live updates for the latest.
Crisis Intervention Training Cuts US Overdose Deaths
A little-known police training programme is helping to reduce fatal overdoses across the United States. Discover how Crisis Intervention Training changes law enforcement's approach to addiction.
Women and Babies Targeted in Global Conflict Zones
A Guardian investigation reveals a harrowing global pattern of attacks on maternity services in war zones, endangering mothers and newborns. Read the full report on this critical breach of human rights.
Smoking ban exception for crack use considered in Scotland
Scottish ministers are weighing a change to the public smoking ban to allow crack cocaine use in supervised facilities in Glasgow and Edinburgh, responding to a surge in users switching from heroin. Read the full story.
Seven elephants killed by high-speed train in India
A Rajdhani Express train carrying 650 passengers struck and killed seven wild elephants in Assam. The emergency stop derailed the engine and five carriages. Read the full report on this tragic wildlife collision.
Remembering the Stars We Lost in 2025
A look back at the iconic figures from film, music, fashion and literature who passed away in 2025, including Robert Redford, Diane Keaton and Giorgio Armani. Their enduring legacies continue to shape culture.
Postpartum Bleeding: Maternal Choice is Key
New guidelines emphasise informed consent for managing postpartum haemorrhage. Discover why patient choice is now central to maternal care in the UK.
Free Birth Society linked to infant fatalities worldwide
A Guardian investigation reveals the multimillion-dollar Free Birth Society, promoting unassisted childbirth, has been linked to baby deaths globally. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Record US child flu deaths prompt urgent CDC vaccination call
CDC officials urge immediate flu vaccination after a record 288 child deaths last season. A concerning new H3N2 variant is circulating, and antiviral use is declining.
NHS Flu Update: Mask Rules and 'Thousands of Deaths' Warning
NHS England chief says flu may be 'starting to settle' in parts of the UK, but experts warn of thousands of potential deaths. Health Secretary Wes Streeting rules out national mask mandate for now.
C-sections overtake vaginal births in England
NHS data reveals a historic shift: 45% of births in England are now caesareans. Explore the trends, age factors, and expert insights behind this change in maternity care.
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