Ashes of 300,000 people unclaimed, undertakers sayUp to 300,000 unclaimed ashes are held in UK funeral parlours, prompting calls for legal reforms.The Law Commission aims to allow funeral directors to handle unclaimed ashes more effectively.
Biophilic Transformation Crematorium / Doepel Strijkers ArchitectsPC Uitvaart is transforming its facilities to meet diverse cultural preferences for memorial services in Amsterdam, driven by evolving market dynamics.
Exclusive | Funeral directors will pass on $9 NYC congestion toll to grieving families - as hearse drivers aren't exemptThe new $9 congestion fee may lead funeral homes to increase costs for families, highlighting the financial burdens of conducting business in Manhattan.
The Tan Man's bright sidePhil Brayton, the 'Tan Man,' promotes joy in his community, transitioning from a career surrounded by grief to one focused on happiness.
UK digital 'end-of-life' services startup Farewill acquired for $16.8M | TechCrunchDignity acquired Farewill to enhance its digital presence in the growing $190 billion death care market.
NYC Funeral Home Ordered to Pay Over $600K in Fraudulent Practices SettlementR. G. Ortiz Funeral Homes exploited consumers, resulting in over $604,000 compensation and $100,000 in penalties.
I'm a first-generation funeral director. The industry is facing a labor shortage and young women are its future.Young women are increasingly enrolling in funeral schools, reshaping the traditionally male-dominated industry amidst an impending labor shortage.
They're Putting Some Fun in FuneralsExit Here is a modern funeral home in London challenging traditional norms, emphasizing choice and emotional support in funeral planning.
How Will New Technology Change the Way We Mourn?3D printing in the funeral industry allows for greater customization of cremation urns and mementos.Technology advancements in the funeral industry provide more options for funerals and mourning.