2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (320+ words) One in four people has gone through periods of estrangement from their fathers – but it’s rarely a clean break. With occasions like Father’s Day raising questions of reconnection, Lydia Spencer-Elliot speaks to adults with estranged dads and experts about the…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (597+ words) Sir Paul made the revelation while appearing on Chicken Shop Date Sir Paul McCartney has revealed that the late John Lennon was considered the group's favourite member and unofficial “leader” of The Beatles, during a recent appearance on the popular…...

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (538+ words) ‘Peaky Blinders’ star says his reaction to online abuse is ‘becoming a problem’ as he no longer wants to attend public events Barry Keoghan has said online abuse about his appearance has had a significant impact on his life, making…...

6+ mon, 3+ week ago   (623+ words) The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email [email protected] for advice on love, work, family and relationships I just can’t cope with the school holidays – I find them so stressful! I have to juggle them all by…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago   (130+ words) The Independent Doctor Who memorabilia goes on sale for first time - An online auction featuring a significant collection of Doctor Who memorabilia is being held, marking the first time BBC Studios has made such items available for public sale. - The…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago   (803+ words) Findings spike concern that children are not taught essential life skills Around one in four children who started reception in 2025 were not toilet trained, a survey of teachers has found, amid warnings more children are struggling with basic life skills....

11+ mon, 1+ day ago   (405+ words) The number of pupils in Scottish schools with additional support needs (ASN) is likely to rise again when figures are published later this year, the country’s Education Secretary has said. Statistics released last year showed 40.5% of children had an identified…...

9+ mon, 2+ week ago   (862+ words) In pursuit of an accessible, overseas adventure, writer Mari Ellis Dunning visited family-friendly Fuerteventura “Look at the camera!” I called to my youngest son, E, in an attempt to get a suitable picture of him to be used on his…...

9+ mon, 4+ week ago   (534+ words) McFly’s Tom Fletcher and Eurovision entrants Remember Monday are amongst this year’s live acts The BBC’s annual Children In Need telethon is poised for its return, promising an evening packed with engaging sketches and musical performances designed to raise crucial…...

10+ mon, 3+ week ago   (192+ words) Are kids facing teachers who lack the patience to deal with them in class? Children from low-income backgrounds more likely to have Send, but less likely to receive support - The Sutton Trust charity has warned that disadvantaged children with Special…...