Charities in New Zealand are experiencing increased demand for assistance, including from working families, and are calling on the government to reconsider its stance on fuel subsidies.
Changes to disability benefits in the UK are causing significant financial concerns for families, with some facing potential losses of hundreds of pounds per month. Charities are highlighting the widespread anxiety and hardship these reforms are creating.
Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing pressure from MPs and animal charities to ban greyhound racing in England, following similar decisions to phase out the practice in Wales and Scotland.
Charities warn that significant hikes in council tax, water, broadband, and mobile phone costs are set to push many UK households to their breaking point from April 1.
Charities express concern that new UK rules for disability benefits could lead to lower payments for hundreds of thousands of severely ill and disabled people, as their conditions may not meet strict 'severe and lifelong' eligibility criteria.
Britain is experiencing a decline in charitable donations, with fewer people contributing money to charities. This trend is attributed to ongoing cost-of-living pressures and growing concerns about trust in charitable organizations.
Charities Aid Foundation says giving no longer a ‘deeply embedded cultural norm’ amid rising cost of living
Britain is rapidly losing the charity habit, with public donations to good causes…
The United States Department of State has announced sanctions against four charities accused of funding Hamas militants in Gaza.
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Charities warn estates of victims who died before the scheme began are losing hundreds of thousands in financial loss payments
Families of victims of the infected blood scandal have criticised the…
Charities are calling on gardeners to adopt a more relaxed attitude towards plant-eating caterpillars to help reverse the plummeting moth population in the UK.
Residents in Auckland are protesting new government rules that allow move-on orders for rough sleepers, with charities concerned the rules will deter those needing help from support services.
Tom Landry's daughter, Maddie, started a business selling stickers.
Courtesy of Tom Landry
Tom Landry is a 55-year-old dad to Maddie, age 12, in Portland, Maine.
At 7, Maddie asked if she could transfer her doodles onto stickers.
Since then, Maddie started selling her sticker creations online, in local shops, and at events.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Tom Landry. It has been edited for length and clarity.
It was during the pandemic that my daughter Maddie's creativ...
The UK government is facing criticism for working with Brendan Cox, the widower of murdered Labour MP Jo Cox, following his resignation from three charities due to misconduct allegations.
Curry fishball plushies, novelty minibus signs and products inspired by Hong Kong iconography emerged as bestsellers at the city’s biggest Lunar New Year fair, with one vendor saying he made more than HK$100,000 (US$12,790) in daily sales.
From first-time sellers to charities, vendors were busy attracting customers with their locally designed merchandise on Wednesday as tens of thousands of festivalgoers lined the booths at Victoria Park’s Lunar New Year Fair.
Among the busiest stalls was Lo...
New data reveals an increasing number of girls are being identified as victims of county lines exploitation in the UK. Charities suggest that a "gendered understanding" of crime often leads services to fail in recognizing girls and young women as victims.
Prince William has commended the Bowelbabe fund, established by Dame Deborah James, for achieving a significant £20 million fundraising milestone. The fund supports Cancer Research UK and other charities.
Mercy Malaysia has expressed support for the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's proposal for a new law governing NGO donations and has also called for the establishment of a Royal Charities Commission.
Charities are urging Rachel Reeves to raise taxes on companies, including banks, defense, and energy firms, that are profiting from the 'war on Iran,' as oil prices skyrocket and the UK economy faces predicted growth drops.
Irish rape crisis charities call display ‘an act of public grooming’ that normalises sexual violence
Rape crisis charities in Ireland have condemned a St Patrick’s Day float that mimicked a sexual…
The US Treasury Department has designated four alleged sham charities, accusing them of funneling funds to Hamas' military wing under counterterrorism sanctions authority.
A 109-page report titled 'Under influence' has exposed the Iranian regime's alleged abuse of the UK charity system and the limitations of oversight, detailing Iran-linked charities operating in the UK.
Minister announces action plan to boost social cohesion that will also give regulator powers to shut down charities
The UK government will expand powers to tackle extremism by setting up a new…
Experts warn that unregulated, anonymous donation boxes in Punjab are being used to channel funds illicitly, undermining national action plan objectives against illicit charities.
An estimated 4,793 people slept rough in tents, doorways or parks on single night in autumn – up 3% year on year
Record numbers of people slept rough on the streets of England last year, according to the latest official statistics.
An estimated 4,793 people spent the night in tents, doorways and parks on a single night in autumn 2025, up 3% year on year, and overtaking the previous peak of 4,751 in 2017, though charities believe these figures underestimate the scale of the nation’s homelessne...
Domestic abuse charities warn that Meta's planned AI facial recognition smart glasses could pose a 'direct and serious' risk to the safety of women and girls, particularly survivors.
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, humanitarian organizations across Türkiye are preparing to deliver the generosity of donors to people in need both domestically and interna...
Thirty-two migrants were rescued near Italy, but 71 individuals are reported missing after a boat from Libya encountered difficulties. Two bodies from the vessel were also recovered, as charities confirm the rescue of 32 migrants and the loss of 71 at sea.
In Kenya, charities are collaborating with landlords to address gender-based violence, particularly domestic violence experienced by women living in overcrowded, impoverished areas.
Knjaz Miloš Montenegro has donated 21,000 euros to institutions supporting children without parental care and children with disabilities across Montenegro, aiming to improve their living conditions.
Eight Canadian Jewish organizations have reportedly been delisted as charities, often following pressure campaigns from anti-Israel activists, amidst concerns over rising antisemitism in Canada.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the UK. But screening is not universal, and charities are divided over whether it should be extended.
Leading disability charities have issued a warning regarding proposed cuts to the Motability scheme, with analysis suggesting changes could increase upfront fees for users by an average of £400.
A private economy column in Berlingske discusses new inheritance rules from 2027, including whether nieces and nephews will be treated equally to siblings and the relevance of the 30 percent rule for charities.
Dubai Police are cracking down on beggars during Ramadan. Authorities have arrested dozens of people exploiting the holy month's charitable spirit. This crackdown is part of an annual campaign to prevent illegal solicitation. Similar efforts are underway across the UAE. Residents are urged to donate through official charities to ensure aid reaches those truly in need.
Charities are exploring the reintroduction of lynx, an elusive wild cat, to Scotland's forests, focusing on gaining support from local Highlanders who might be affected.
A coalition of over 50 charities and disabled person's organizations has warned that the Labour party's review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) must earn the trust of disabled people, citing existing concerns.
A new study suggests that mental health issues are associated with an increased risk of death in cancer patients, prompting calls from charities and researchers for routine mental health screening for those diagnosed with cancer.
Charities have warned that the Reform Party's plans to scrap the Equality Act would be a 'significant step backwards' for discrimination protections in Britain, drawing accusations of appealing to misogynists and homophobes.