Birmingham family's Christmas in hospital for poorly son
A Chelmsley Wood family spend Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital as five-year-old Marley battles leukaemia. Discover their story and how to support the hospital's festive appeal.
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Quiz: How Many School Assembly Hymns Do You Recall?
Take our nostalgic quiz to test your memory of classic primary school assembly hymns. Challenge your friends and see if you're an expert on these childhood 'bangers'.
UK Christmas Toy Trends Through the Decades
Explore the iconic toys that defined UK Christmases from the 1950s to the 2000s. From timeless classics like Lego to digital crazes like Tamagotchi, discover the playthings that made festive magic.
Boy survives brain tumour after acid reflux misdiagnosis
Reggie Davison, 4, from West Yorkshire, beat a life-threatening medulloblastoma after initial symptoms were dismissed. Read his family's incredible story of survival and hope.
Solihull boy spends third Christmas in hospital fighting leukaemia
Marley Bourne from Solihull is spending Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital after a second relapse of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. His family shares their story of resilience and thanks the hospital charity for festive support.
Morrisons launches 'GLP-1 friendly' ready meal range
Morrisons partners with Applied Nutrition to launch a new high-protein, GLP-1 friendly food range. The 53-product line hits shelves in January 2026. Read more.
Birmingham mum's labour after toddler's cancer diagnosis
A Birmingham mother went into labour just hours after learning her two-year-old had leukaemia. Now four, Connie is set to ring the bell ending treatment after joining a pioneering clinical trial. Read her family's inspiring story.
Boy, 8, raises £2k for brain tumour research in Santa run
Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
Girl beats cancer, supports local charity's Christmas appeal
An 11-year-old from Thundersley, now cancer-free after a rare sarcoma battle, stars in a local charity's Christmas campaign. Gold Geese supports families fighting childhood cancer in South East Essex. Donate to bring festive joy.
Obesity benefit claims cost taxpayers £144m
New data reveals over 5,000 people now receive benefits for obesity, costing nearly £144m since 2019. The North West has the highest number of claimants. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
DWP pays two benefits for obesity as millions affected
New DWP data reveals 4,413 people receive PIP for obesity, with 800 on ESA. A doctor links unemployment to the condition affecting 18.7 million UK adults. Read the full analysis.
Obesity Disability Benefit Claims Rise 60% Since 2019
New DWP data reveals a sharp 60% rise in PIP claims for obesity since 2019, with over 4,400 now receiving the benefit. Explore the regional breakdown and political response.
Bradford mum raises £1688 for young cancer charity
Karen Carr from Bradford raised £1,688.75 for Young Lives vs Cancer through an auction night, honouring her daughter Megan who died from cancer in 2017. Discover how you can support families facing childhood cancer.
Sugar Tax on Milkshakes and Lattes from 2028
The UK government will extend the sugar tax to pre-packaged milkshakes and milky coffees from January 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Find out how this affects you.
Quarter of 10-year-olds could be obese by 2035
A shocking report warns 24% of 10-year-olds could be clinically obese by 2035 without urgent action on children's physical activity levels across England.
Report: Quarter of UK children obese by 2035
Urgent action needed as new report warns 24% of children could be clinically obese by 2035, with rising inactivity threatening health and wellbeing.
Quarter of UK children could be obese by 2035
A stark report warns a quarter of children could be clinically obese by 2035 without urgent action on physical activity. Discover the findings and the call for investment.
Kate Middleton's First Public Speech in Two Years
The Princess of Wales returns to public speaking, urging business leaders to invest in early childhood for a £45.5bn national benefit. Read her powerful message.
UKHSA: Measles twice as contagious as common cold
UK health officials issue urgent warning as measles cases rise. Parents urged to check children's MMR vaccine status to prevent serious illness.
Sara Cox's countryside life and farm tragedies
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox shares her rural upbringing and recent farm attacks affecting her father. Discover her countryside journey and current challenges.
Princess Kate to attend Future Workforce Summit
The Princess of Wales will attend the inaugural Future Workforce Summit in London, uniting business leaders to boost investment in early childhood development.
Sparkhill Childhood Art Exhibition in Birmingham
A new community exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by childhood in Sparkhill is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Free entry until 6 Jan 2026.
Homebuilder supports childhood cancer charity in Crewe
Leading Cheshire homebuilder Barratt Developments provides vital backing to local charity Hopes and Beams, supporting families affected by childhood cancer across Crewe and surrounding communities.
Terrifying firework safety films that haunted generations
Relive the shocking public information films about fireworks that traumatised 70s, 80s and 90s kids with their graphic safety warnings and unforgettable imagery.
Weight-loss jabs cheaper than junk food, says grandad
A grandfather from the UK reveals how revolutionary weight-loss injections not only transformed his health but saved him money compared to his former junk food spending. Discover his inspiring journey and the financial reality behind medical weight manage
Mum slams children's centre for giving toddlers iPads
A concerned mother speaks out after discovering her local children's centre is replacing traditional play activities with screen time, raising questions about early childhood development.
Boy's allergy book inspired by sister's struggle
A remarkable 10-year-old from Hinckley has authored an inspiring children's book about food allergies, drawing from his personal experience watching his sister navigate life-threatening reactions.
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