I'm A Family Therapist, Here's Why You Should Never Say 'Stop Crying' To Kids

A grieving son, Liam Carter, discovered his late mother's winning lottery ticket worth over £18,000 while sorting through her belongings. The ticket, found in a kitchen drawer with a note saying "Sat draw – don’t forget!", was a surprise as she had never won anything significant before. Mr. Carter plans to use the money for a flat deposit, fulfilling his mother's wish for him, and expresses that it feels like a final gift from her....

SummaryNew rules coming into effect on Friday will impose potential jail time of up to two years for employees of water companies who obstruct investigations into sewage spills. Government data indicates that water company executives have previously avoided penalties for covering up illegal sewage discharges, with only three individuals prosecuted for obstructing the Environment Agency, none of whom faced fines. These changes aim to enhance accountability and address the issue of illegal sewage spills in...

Kieron Goodwin, 33, was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend, Olivia Wood, 29, on the night she intended to leave him after a short, abusive relationship. Over three months, Goodwin subjected Olivia to severe physical and psychological abuse, coercing her into sexual activities and manipulating her into giving him over £6,000, which he used for cocaine. Following a five-week trial, he was convicted of murder and 15 other offenses against Olivia and three other women,...

A recent terrorist attack in Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 people, has heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, pushing them closer to potential conflict. India has responded by downgrading diplomatic ties, suspending a vital water-sharing treaty, and revoking visas for Pakistani nationals, while Pakistan has labeled India's actions as irresponsible, closing its airspace and suspending trade. The historical context of both countries' nuclear arsenals raises concerns about catastrophic consequences, with estimates suggesting...

Investigation into Felling of Ancient OakThe Forestry Commission has launched an investigation into the felling of a 500-year-old oak tree in Enfield, north London, which has sparked controversy and raised questions about land ownership. Junior environment minister Helene Hayman described the incident as “horrifying” and indicated it has “opened up a nerve in the country.” The investigation follows public outcry over the tree's removal near a Toby Carvery car park earlier this month. Full Article

Summary Leah Harrison, a 10-year-old from Darlington, tragically died during a school trip on May 22 after being swept away by a sudden mudslide while crossing a stream near Carlton Bank, North Yorkshire. Despite the school's prior experiences with similar weather conditions, a yellow weather warning was in effect, and the mudslide was described as coming "out of nowhere." Leah, who aspired to play football for England, was confirmed dead at the hospital after suffering...