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England's children's mental health services are under strain as referrals have surpassed 1 million, marking a 10% increase from the previous year. The Children's Commissioner has described the situation as a "crisis" and is calling for a comprehensive overhaul of…

A 34-year-old man, Timir Ahmed Mohamed, has been charged with five counts of attempted murder. The charges relate to an incident on Ealing Broadway in west London where a car hit pedestrians. Mohamed is accused of deliberately driving into a…

Andy Burnham, the Makerfield MP and potential future Prime Minister, is set to unveil a devolution plan. The plan aims to promote "good growth in every postcode" by decentralizing decision-making. Burnham will argue that regions and communities should have more…

Australian electoral officials are reviewing One Nation's election finances amid concerns over unexplained expenses. The minor party, led by Pauline Hanson, reported significant spending during the last federal election campaign. Electoral laws require parties to disclose all expenses and donations…

Queen's Hospital in Romford has made significant improvements to its maternity ward after receiving a "requires improvement" rating. The hospital, part of the Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, took steps to address concerns raised by inspectors. Key…

NHS data indicates a rising risk of serious birth injuries for women in England. Figures show that approximately 31 in every 1,000 women experience haemorrhage or severe tears during childbirth. This trend has been described as a 'national crisis' by…

New York City Council member Zohran Mamdani claims that he and his endorsed allies, who recently won primaries, are conveying a national message. Mamdani's assertion comes after a string of progressive victories in local elections. These wins have sparked debate…

Matthew Ashley Foster-Smith, a British national from Dorset, has been arrested in Ecuador in connection with the murder of Natalia Villalba. Villalba's body was found in a suitcase in Bogotá, Colombia. The incident occurred in an apartment in the Colombian…

Prominent Israelis have intervened in a dispute over the government's actions in the West Bank, warning of an "ideology of ethnic cleansing". This warning has been made in a letter threatening legal action against the Israeli government. The signatories, including…

The NHS waiting list has decreased, but this development should not be attributed to Labour's policies. Priscilla Alderson argues that Labour's plans for the health service are unclear. Alderson questions how long the NHS will survive under a potential Labour…

The UK's heatwave has highlighted the need for a summer cooling payment to support vulnerable individuals. Current government assistance primarily focuses on winter fuel payments, leaving those struggling with summer heatwaves without adequate support. Elderly and low-income households are disproportionately…

Sky has pledged to spend £2 billion on ITV's broadcasting arm if its takeover bid is successful. The deal, which could be announced as early as July, would see Sky acquire ITV's broadcasting business, including its portfolio of popular shows.…

Peter O'Callaghan, a dedicated housing association executive, has passed away. He played a pivotal role in the early movement to address homelessness in the UK. O'Callaghan's work spanned several decades, during which he worked tirelessly to provide affordable housing and…