15 h. ago Record number of children in England are abused because parents think they are witches or possessed by black magic

The number of children in England suspected of being abused because of witchcraft, sorcery and black magic beliefs has surged to its highest level on record, the Daily Mail can reveal.

Society

47 h. ago The little boy left to die by his parents... because they thought he was a witch: Heartbreaking image of toddler starving on the street shocked the world

In 2016, one photo, and the incredible public reaction it inspired, changed the life of a young boy forever - and shone on a light on a disturbingly backward practice still going on.

Events

1 week ago Yob pulled knife on stranger and asked what football team the man supported

Alan Black admitted threatening or abusive behaviour and unlawful possession of a knife.

Politics

2 w. ago 'Hike holiday homes council tax to tackle Scotland's homelessness crisis' say Greens

Figures last week showed a record number of households living in temporary housing including 10,180 children.

Events

2 w. ago Record 130 children suspended over drink, drug and smoking rules every day

In the year to July 2024, there were 24,554 incidents in which pupils were suspended and 742 resulting in expulsion.

Events

3 w. ago Harry Kane says England players ready to walk off if targeted by racist abuse in Serbia

Kane insists he will lead the team off if players receive racist abuse in Belgrade

Events

3 w. ago Eberechi Eze says England players 'very aware' of risk of racist abuse in Serbia

England stars have suffered racist abuse in the past when playing in Serbia, who are currently serving a punishment for racist behaviour by their fans

Events