UK consumers are making a permanent switch to organic tampons and pads from brands like Riley, citing superior comfort and health benefits. Discover the award-winning, plastic-free range.
A beloved resident at Bramwell Care Home celebrated her 100th birthday with a magical owl visit and a card from the King and Queen. Read about this heartwarming community celebration.
Opera legend Sir Bryn Terfel launches a call for entries to find Wales's unsung social care heroes. Nominations for the 2026 Wales Care Awards close on January 31.
Eliz Hussein of Visiting Angels North Kent has been named Caregiver of the Year for the South East, celebrated for her exceptional compassion and dedication. Discover her inspiring story.
Sue Ryder expands palliative and end-of-life care across Berkshire West & South Oxfordshire via a new NHS partnership, offering 24/7 support to help thousands remain at home.
London drivers face a £21 weekly rise as the Congestion Charge increases to £18. New discounts for electric vehicles introduced. Read the full details and reaction.
Seven residents at Diagrama Foundation's Edensor Care Centre in Clacton-on-Sea offer profound life advice for the new year. Discover their timeless wisdom on joy, resilience, and connection.
Popular holiday islands Tenerife and Lanzarote are on Fodor's 'No List' for 2026. Learn why mass tourism protests are prompting a rethink for UK travellers.
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits to 30mph on 27 key routes to improve road safety and promote sustainable travel. See the full list of affected roads.
Netflix announces a new TV series adaptation of Liz Moore's bestselling mystery novel 'The God of the Woods', a gripping thriller about a wealthy family's dark secrets. Discover the cast and release details.
Community groups and businesses are invited to join the Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival from 16-31 May 2026. Showcase your services and promote wellbeing in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Steven Knight, creator of Peaky Blinders, discusses his strategy for the second season of Disney+ hit A Thousand Blows, including character development and the real-life inspirations. Premieres 9 January.
Diagrama Foundation reintroduces working ponies to its 100-acre West Sussex care farm, blending historical practices with modern support for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
New research shows 7 in 10 Brits find New Year's resolutions old-fashioned, with most lasting just 10 days. Discover why small, sustainable habits are the new trend.
Ofsted warns of a 'shadow market' in children's care, with nearly 900 investigations launched into unregistered homes charging exorbitant fees. Urgent government action is demanded.
Worcester City Council approves converting a house into a children's care home on Woolhope Road, overriding neighbours' concerns about parking and neighbourhood character.
Lloyds Banking Group has finished a major £116 million refurbishment of its Halifax office, creating a modern workspace for 3,500 people and boosting local talent. Read the full story.
Discover the leading UK staycation destinations for 2026, from the Yorkshire Dales to the Scottish Highlands. Plan your perfect sustainable domestic break now.
Octopus Energy partners with Barratt Redrow to build 54 homes where residents pay no energy bills for a decade. The scheme uses solar panels and heat pumps.
Octopus Energy and Barratt Redrow are building 54 'Zero Bills' homes in Bedfordshire and Gloucestershire. Residents will pay nothing for energy for a decade. Read how this sustainable initiative works.
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
A shocking 216 million pieces of children's clothing are thrown away in the UK annually. Discover the facts and the innovative solutions aiming to tackle fashion waste.
Netflix UK adds the classic Keira Knightley period romance Pride & Prejudice (2005) just in time for festive viewing. Discover why fans call it a timeless masterpiece.
Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford receives a £100,000 Army Benevolent Fund grant to enhance dementia care, activities, and quality of life for its elderly veteran residents.
Head chef Andy Pridmore and deputy Sarah Pell prepare festive feast for 31st year at Cedar Falls care home in Spalding. Read their heartwarming story of dedication.
Residents of Edgbaston Manor care home welcomed Harper Bell School pupils for a day of carols and shared memories, reviving festive traditions. Discover this heartwarming intergenerational story.
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Molly Lou Candles to launch its first-ever scented candle. At £25, each sale donates £10 directly to patient care. Available online now.
Aldi is letting customers book its £3.30 Too Good To Go 'Surprise Bags' up to five days early this Christmas to cut food waste. Find out the key dates and how to save.
Stella McCartney's fashion brand sees pre-tax losses widen to £33.5m with revenues falling to a 15-year low of £16m. Discover the full financial details and the impact of her buyback from LVMH.
Moya Cole Hospice held its annual Light Up a Life remembrance services at Manchester Cathedral. Families shared heartfelt stories of outstanding care, lighting candles for loved ones.