Woman, 53, 'forgot' to have children, feels festive loneliness
Nadiya Bekar, 53, admits career and partying meant she 'forgot' to start a family. She shares her story of festive loneliness and the response from women who feel the same.
Nadiya Bekar, 53, admits career and partying meant she 'forgot' to start a family. She shares her story of festive loneliness and the response from women who feel the same.
Staffordshire firefighters attended over 1,000 extra emergencies this summer as wildfires surged. The chief fire officer warns climate change is now a year-round operational reality. Read the full report.
The DWP is abolishing the two-child limit for seven benefits, yet one in five affected households will not see full relief due to the persisting benefit cap. Discover the impact.
Charis Boyce explains how a childhood encounter with death led her to become a qualified funeral arranger and embalmer, finding peace and purpose in supporting the bereaved.
BBC Breakfast shares a devastating update as flooding and landslides in Indonesia and Sri Lanka claim over 600 lives. Rescue efforts continue amid extreme weather linked to climate change.
Motorists petition the Labour government to increase the national motorway speed limit from 70mph to 80mph for the first time since 1965, citing modern car safety. The petition needs 100,000 signatures for a debate.
A low-paid carer cancels her family's benefits, including her autistic daughter's DLA, fearing new immigration rules will block her UK settlement. Experts warn of widespread discrimination.
New DVLA rules now allow thousands of bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes to use continuous glucose monitors, improving safety and management.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
TV naturalist Chris Packham tells MPs to 'listen to the science' on climate change or risk billions of lives. Read his urgent warning from emergency summit.
Experts warn millions are refusing pay rises and promotions to sidestep a stealth tax, a move that could cost them hundreds of thousands over their career.
Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens is growing heritage Golden Grape tomatoes as part of a national seed relay celebrating 50 years of seed conservation. Discover how this helps UK food security.
A former City trader retrained as a counsellor, dedicating over 600 hours to support homeless people in Bournemouth. Discover his inspiring journey from finance to counselling.
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The DWP has established a new safeguarding unit following a scathing report from MPs demanding a 'deep rooted culture change'. Discover the department's new strategy.
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
Fleet fines have surged across the UK, driven by new Clean Air Zones and AI enforcement. Private parking remains the top offence. Discover how businesses are coping.
YouTube star Angry Ginge's plan to dominate I'm A Celebrity airtime is scuppered by a new ITV rule limiting trials. Find out how the change impacts the show.
Katie Price breaks her silence on the years-long feud with I'm A Celeb's Kelly Brook, expressing admiration and putting their past rivalry to rest. Read the full story.
Kesha reveals legal barriers prevent her from releasing the altered 'Tik Tok' version with changed P. Diddy lyrics. Discover why she can't release the updated track.
Singer-songwriter NERIAH opens up about her pre-show noodle ritual, musical inspirations from Adele, and her lifelong dream to sell out the Staples Center in an exclusive 'My Life In 20' interview.
A behavioural expert reveals why starting New Year's resolutions in November boosts success rates. Learn how to build habits before January's pressure hits.
Government climate adviser proposes pay-per-litre charge for garden watering to combat drought. Learn how this could affect households and water conservation efforts.
Spandau Ballet's Martin Kemp fought back tears sharing how his father supported his music dreams despite family financial struggles. Listen to the poignant podcast moment.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' potential income tax rise in the Autumn Budget could add over £200 to annual bills for thousands. Discover how you could be affected.
UK households can protect wealth by gifting surplus income tax-free before pensions fall into the inheritance tax net in 2027. Learn the three key rules to follow.
Four out of five UK motorists report being blinded by headlight glare, prompting a government review. Discover the proposed changes and how they could affect you.
Buckingham Palace confirms Prince Andrew's official name change to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after being stripped of his royal titles. Discover the full story behind this historic decision.
Amy McDonald, 36, transforms her career despite Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and endometriosis. Discover how specialist support helped her achieve digital marketing success and award recognition.
Sir David Beckham opens up about missing his playing days and the pride of his knighthood. Discover his reflections on a legendary career and his powerful charity work.