7 h. ago Parents urged to pack one item in holiday suitcase as it can 'save child's life'

Parents have been urged to pack a simple item in their holiday suitcase as it could "save a child's life." The advice has been issued by an NHS GP ahead of peak travel season

Society

8 h. ago NHS warns what parents should do as Greater Manchester borough has fourth highest cases of measles in UK

'We urge all parents in Salford and all areas of Greater Manchester to act now'

Events

19 h. ago Rachel Riley reveals 'genius' packing hack to fit 700 holiday outfits in one suitcase

Nearly 42 per cent of holidaymakers say they don't wear all the clothes they pack while away. Countdown star Rachel Riley, 39, has unpicked the tricky problem of how to take less but wear more.

Politics

30 h. ago NHS alert as children 'seriously unwell' from infectious disease amid ongoing outbreaks

Parents have been urged to get their children vaccinated as measles drives hospital admissions in the North West

Events

38 h. ago Superman star Nicholas Hoult surprises children at arts centre in east London

Though the actor plays villain Lex Luthor, he received a hero’s welcome from his unsupecting audience of 7 to 11 year-old’s at Rich Mix in Shoreditch

Politics

45 h. ago Superman star Nicolas Hoult surprises children at arts centre in East London

Though the actor plays villain Lex Luthor, he received a heroes welcome from his unsupecting audience of 7 to 11 year-old’s at Rich Mix in Shoreditch

Politics

53 h. ago TRNSMT goers urged to pack one item this weekend to stay hydrated in 29C heatwave

This weekend is set to be scorcher and enjoying music is thirsty work

Politics

60 h. ago Martin Lewis urges nearly one million families to claim childcare boost worth up to £2,000

The consumer champion is urging working parents not to miss out on childcare help this summer.

Economics

3 d. ago BCG chief admits Gaza work was ‘reputationally very damaging’

Christoph Schweizer says consultancy’s role has been ‘profoundly disappointing’ as Save the Children halts partnership

Politics

3 d. ago Martin Lewis urges parents to do one key thing as children turn 18

Martin Lewis has advised parents to open a Lifetime ISA with just £1 for their children once they turn 18, to help get “the clock ticking” for them to buy a house.

Society

6 d. ago Parents can save up to £2,700 with one simple childcare change this summer

Parents can save up to £2,700 on their childcare costs this summer by making one simple arrangement with another family - and it's all completely legal

Society

8 d. ago ‘Delay is catastrophic’: how instant antibiotics could save thousands of African children in comas

Analysis finds key to survival for children found to be unconscious and unresponsive is a quick dose of drugs and fast access to specialist careFor the hundreds of children who arrive every day at hospitals in parts of Africa unconscious and unresponsive, their survival chances have remained unchanged for nearly 50 years. But new research is raising hopes that swift treatment with antibiotics could improve those chances.Despite huge strides in healthcare and vaccination rates for children in sub Saharan Africa, the odds remain stacked against those who become so ill they fall into a coma. Depending on the cause, between 17% and 45% are expected to die. Many more will be left with disabilities. Continue reading...

Politics

9 d. ago Urgent warning to parents over outbreak of incredibly infectious disease

A warning has been issued to parents and carers across one area in the UK as schools, nurseries and childcare settings are being urged to take action amid an outbreak

Events

9 d. ago Parents with young kids urged to avoid giving them common summer drink

Children under a certain age have been advised to avoid the brightly coloured drink at all costs due to health concerns

Politics

9 d. ago Urgent warning to new parents that child obesity risk is largely 'set by age 5'

Breast feeding and early nutrition habits are vital as experts say our chances of being healthy 'appear difficult to alter after the age of about five' as experts say new mums should get health advice

Events

1 week ago Save 25% on Shiseido’s suncare range, from sunscreen sticks to SPF lotions

These are the discounted formulas to pack in your holiday suitcase

Politics

1 week ago Beach warning as Brit tourists urged to take just one photo that could save your child's life

Families flock to the UK’s many beaches during hot spells for fun in the sun and to cool off in the sea but there are many hidden dangers at our favourite coastal spots - here’s how you can help keep your kids safe this summer

Events

1 week ago International charities and NGOs call for end to controversial Israeli

International charities, including Oxfam and Amnesty, are urging the disbandment of an Israeli and U.S.-backed aid mechanism in Gaza

Politics

1 week ago Hero who rushed to save children from Hampshire bus crash leaves Susanna Reid emotional

A man who helped rescue students from a double-decker bus that crashed into a river in Eastleigh, Hampshire, on Thursday (26 June) left Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid visibly emotional during their interview.

Events

1 week ago 'This campaign won’t bring Genevieve back but it could save your child'

Far too many children have died or suffered avoidable injury in nurseries in the last few years, write Katie Wheeler and John Meehan

Politics