Nicola Dickinson, 59, scooped a luxury Lake District home with a private lake after entering an Omaze draw for just £25, proving her husband's scepticism wrong. Discover how this life-changing win unfolded.
As cold water swimming surges in popularity for its health benefits, the Dryrobe Advance Changing Robe has become a must-have. Discover why this £175 robe is praised by thousands for warmth and practicality.
Eight female nurses win an employment tribunal against an NHS trust for harassment after a trans colleague used female changing facilities. The judge ruled their dignity was violated.
The US Supreme Court is hearing pivotal cases on state bans for transgender athletes in school sports. The rulings could reshape civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ youth across America. Follow the latest developments.
As the US Supreme Court considers bans on transgender athletes in school sports, five students from California speak out about the joy of participation and the toll of exclusion. Their stories highlight a national battle over LGBTQ+ rights.
Discover The Cabbage Patch in Twickenham, the world-famous rugby pub opposite the station. A must-visit for match-day atmosphere, pints, and private screenings. Read more.
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on laws banning transgender girls from school sports teams. A ruling could erode key protections for LGBTQ+ youth across America. Read the full analysis.
The US Supreme Court hears arguments on state bans for transgender athletes. A ruling could have profound consequences for LGBTQ+ civil rights protections far beyond sports.
Oscar Sharples shares his journey from a suicide attempt at 16 to life-saving top surgery, highlighting the crisis of 42,000 trans people waiting for NHS gender care.
Travelodge has launched a 'Best Price Finder' tool that compares prices across dates and locations, revealing huge savings. Discover how to cut your next hotel stay cost.
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Ten people have been found guilty of cyber bullying Brigitte Macron with false transgender claims. Sentences range from awareness training to suspended prison terms. Read the full story.
Columnist Lucy Mangan shares her unique take on the festive season, from Twixtmas debates to her 2026 wish for sunken living rooms and grammatical precision. A witty digest of the week.
A group of US federal employees has filed a legal complaint against the Trump administration's policy denying insurance coverage for gender-affirming care, calling it sex-based discrimination. Read the full story.
A man was sexually assaulted and punched on a Wetherspoons dance floor in Plymouth. Police have released an image of a man they wish to identify. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, the new chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, addresses criticism from LGBTQ+ groups and pledges to uphold rights for all protected characteristics. Read her full response.
An anonymous writer recounts the traumatic Christmas Day in 2003 when their father violently ejected their mother, leading to a swift remarriage, family estrangement, and a lifelong journey of survival and self-discovery as a transgender person.
Amid the world's worst humanitarian crisis, Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms, a network of 26,000 volunteers, secretly deliver life-saving aid. They face torture and death to help millions facing famine.
A three-hour car journey with a wailing newborn led to a profound life change for one man, redefining family and the joy of Christmas. Discover the heartwarming story.
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Halkin unveils a new design-led workspace at 107 Cheapside, offering flexible private offices, coworking, and meeting rooms. Boasting 24/7 access near St Paul's, it's built for modern productivity. Arrange a viewing today.
The Trump administration escalates its campaign against transgender people, with the FDA targeting gender-affirming products and RFK Jr proposing a ban on youth care. Analysis of the policies and their human impact.
Queensland passes law banning puberty blockers for gender dysphoria in under-18s from 2031. Read the full details on the controversial new legislation and its implications.
The Trump administration unveils sweeping actions to eliminate transition-related medical care for minors, targeting Medicaid funding and FDA regulations. Read the latest.
US health workers condemn two House bills aiming to criminalise and defund gender-affirming care for minors, warning they will 'hurt people' and increase suicide risk.
Travelodge's new Best Price Finder tool helps travellers save over £60 on festive stays by comparing prices by date and location. Discover how to bag a bargain this Christmas.
Former US President Joe Biden condemned Republicans for weaponising transgender rights, urging the LGBTQ+ community to 'fight back' against Trump's administration at a Washington DC conference.
The US Department of Justice has eliminated key rules protecting LGBTQ+ inmates from sexual assault, a move advocates call 'reckless'. Learn the alarming details.
The High Court ruled D-Robe guilty of passing off its goods as Dryrobe products. The outdoor swimming favourite has defended its brand against copycats.
An employment tribunal has dismissed an engineer's discrimination claims against Leonardo UK over its transgender toilet policy. The case follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of 'sex'.