Why Rocky Horror is for life – not just for Halloween
Part of the appeal of Rocky is that it provides a safe space for people to express themselves freely.
Nearly 70 years on, why is Britain still refusing to truly recognise its nuclear test veterans?
'There was this sudden vision of all the bones in your hands, like an x-ray, in front of your closed eyes.'
Is our education system failing adopted children?
The impact of abuse, neglect and trauma on adopted children can be compounded in the challenging environment that is school.
How 28,000 lost jobs at Disney ruined the end of a fairytale for staff
'When I got the call I basically spent two days crying.
Meet the amazing families who show anyone can adopt
The future of many children depends on more adults exploring adoption.
Soap fans reveal which mental health stories saved their lives
When done well, storylines about mental health can prompt vital discussion and empower people to seek support
How baby boxes across the globe are saving the lives of abandoned babies
The boxes allow mothers in desperate situations to give up their baby safely and anonymously.
Bullying, eating disorders and death, the dark side of a decade of Instagram
'When you’re developing something like this you have a duty to ask, what’s the worst case scenario?’
Adoption myths that could be stopping you from starting a family
'Whatever your background, religion, ethnicity or family circumstances, if you can offer a loving and stable home to a child then we want to hear from you.'
Why are so many women ending up in hospital?
'I told my GP about what I was going through but they didn't offer support, just medication for depression.'
Heartbreak and loneliness – what happened when Covid cancelled Europe’s biggest matchmaking festival
Thousands of single people from both Ireland and abroad travel to the festival each year hoping to meet their soulmate.
‘I don’t know if I’ll ever be the same again’: Three people share their experiences of lockdown
Lockdown was a positive experience for James, as he confronted substance abuse issues, but for Wendy, who is homeless, and Sophie, who caught Covid-19, the past six months have brought uncertainty and fear.
Thought social distancing would end bar staff being sexually harassed? Think again
'The more people harass me, the more likely it is that I could contract Covid-19, which is really scary.'
After escaping my controlling ex I worked with EastEnders on their domestic abuse storyline
Like Chantelle, on average three women every fortnight are killed by a current or former partner.
Are noisy YouTube binge eating videos triggering more than just joy?
'At best, this phenomenon risks promoting poor habits and overeating.'
Mental health woes and a ban on pushy labour ward reps – lockdown’s impact on new mums
Often face-to-face contact is a lifeline for new mums who are struggling
Lockdown has spawned a boom in controversial selling schemes – but at what cost?
With the number of people claiming out-of-work benefits more than doubling over the last three months, being offered the chance to earn money on your own terms sounds like an ideal solution.
Elves? Real? Apparently so…
A massive 62% of Icelanders believe elves are more than just a fairytale
Why is being a gay footballer still taboo?
It's naive to think that just because one player comes out a whole load will follow.
