Dame Gillian Wagner, Residential Care Pioneer, Dies at 98
Dame Gillian Wagner, who led the transformative Wagner committee to make care homes a 'positive choice', has died aged 98. Discover her legacy.
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Free prescriptions for care leavers, but reforms fall short
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
Playgroups in Aged Care Homes Combat Loneliness in Australia
A pioneering Australian programme integrates playgroups into aged care facilities, tackling social isolation for both young families and elderly residents. Discover how this intergenerational model is fostering community connections.
Kinship carers sleep on sofas due to lack of support
A Sky News investigation reveals kinship carers are sacrificing beds and jobs to keep children out of care. New support laws are pending. Read the full story.
Nurse's 20-year tradition of working Christmas in hospice
Leaah Deans, 41, leaves her own family each Christmas to care for terminally ill patients at a Marie Curie hospice, ensuring their final festive season is filled with dignity and magic.
Heathrow taxi driver fined £658 for illegal parking
A Heathrow taxi driver has been ordered to pay £658 for parking in a residential street near the airport, as Hillingdon Council cracks down on anti-social behaviour. Read the full story.
Derbyshire Care Home Closures Spark 'Betrayal' Claims
Derbyshire County Council's plan to shut eight residential care homes after a failed sale has been called a 'betrayal', putting over 200 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story.
Barchester's 12 Ways to Care This Christmas Initiative
Barchester Healthcare launches a national '12 Ways to Care This Christmas' campaign, highlighting simple acts of kindness and encouraging career consideration in care. Read the full story.
Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
Ofsted: Profit motive 'bending' children's care system
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
How to stop your houseplants dying when the heating goes on
Is your central heating killing your houseplants? Discover a simple seasonal reset to prevent dehydration and keep your indoor greenery thriving all winter. Act now to save your plants!
Palliative Care Failing Half of UK Patients Needing It
A damning report reveals over half of those needing palliative care in the UK miss out. As assisted dying bills advance, experts demand politicians fix the funding crisis first. Read the full analysis.
Hong Kong Mourns 128 Dead in Apartment Fire
Hong Kong begins three days of mourning after a devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court killed 128 people. Families search for 200 missing as investigation continues.
Hong Kong fire kills 55, police cite negligence
A devastating fire in Hong Kong residential towers has claimed at least 55 lives, with over 250 people still missing. Police point to 'gross negligence' as the community rallies to support survivors.
Hong Kong fire: 65 dead, hundreds missing in Tai Po
At least 65 people have died and hundreds are missing after a devastating fire engulfed a Hong Kong residential complex. Emergency shelters are open for evacuated residents.
Hong Kong Tower Block Fire: Aerial Footage Shows Blaze
Dramatic aerial video captures massive fire engulfing Hong Kong residential complex. Emergency services battle intense flames as investigation begins.
Hong Kong fire kills dozens in residential tower blocks
A major fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong has claimed dozens of lives, with hundreds missing. The blaze spread rapidly via bamboo scaffolding, raising serious safety questions. Read the latest updates.
Hong Kong fire kills 44, three arrested for manslaughter
Tragic Hong Kong residential fire claims 44 lives with hundreds missing. Three men arrested as investigation begins into devastating Wang Fuk Court blaze.
Hong Kong fire kills 36, hundreds missing in tower blocks
Massive fire engulfs Hong Kong apartment complex leaving dozens dead and hundreds missing. Latest updates on the Tai Po district tragedy and emergency response efforts.
Photography's healing power during dementia journey
Discover how Cheryle St Onge used photography to transform her mother's dementia journey, finding beauty and connection amid the challenges. Read their inspiring story.
Hong Kong fire: Four dead in Tai Po residential complex
A major fire engulfed a Hong Kong residential complex in Tai Po, leaving at least four dead and several people trapped. The blaze was upgraded to a number 4 alarm. Read the latest updates.
Four dead in Hong Kong high-rise fire
A devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has claimed four lives, with residents trapped and a major highway closed. Get the latest updates on this tragedy.
Tory Cuts Leave Councils as 'Social Care Factories'
Labour's municipal reforms face uphill battle against Tory legacy. Councils need financial sustainability to move beyond crisis management after a decade of austerity.
Council pays £5k after SEND support failures
A West London mother receives £5,675 compensation after Ealing Council's failures left her disabled child without education and therapy for months. Discover the full investigation findings.
Kyiv building damaged in strike during US peace talks
Russian missiles strike Kyiv residential building as US officials broker peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Seven killed in overnight attack while negotiations continue.
NHS approves new one-time leukaemia cure therapy
The NHS has approved a groundbreaking, one-time CAR T-cell therapy for leukaemia, offering new hope with high remission rates and fewer side-effects for patients across England.
2000+ vulnerable children missing from UK council care
Shocking FOI data reveals more than 2,000 trafficked and lone child asylum seekers disappeared from UK council care last year. Charities demand urgent safeguarding reforms.
Thinktank: Shrink Hospitals to Solve NHS Permacrisis
Major report urges fundamental hospital reinvention with care shifting to homes. Thousands of beds could disappear as NHS embraces community-based treatment models.
Expert warning: Fruit dangers for pet tortoises
Veterinary expert Martin Knight advises limiting fruit in pet tortoise diets. Discover proper feeding guidelines and essential care tips for reptile health.
Winners of 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 New Zealand architecture awards, from church conversions to homes in wild landscapes. Explore the designs shaping the future.
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