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time.com
1 week ago
Medicine

The Growing Epidemic of Elderly Abuse

Elder abuse is on the rise, impacting the aging population with neglect, abuse, and emotional issues. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
London

Fire partly destroys Grade-II listed London pub

A heritage-listed pub in south-west London, Burn Bullock, was severely damaged in a blaze, sparking an investigation into the incident. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Vulnerable man, 69, found dead in tent after escaping from mental health appointment

Neglect led to the death of Sydney Piper, a vulnerable man with mental health issues, who escaped from supervised care and was later found dead. [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
London

Woman claims home carers neglected "very thin" father

Woman accuses London home care company of neglecting her father
Father found in poor physical condition with ulcers, sores, and overgrown nails [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Constance Marten's tragic baby caught in middle of parents' toxic relationship'

Selfish aristocrat and her partner face charges for the death of their neglected baby after living off-grid in a toxic relationship. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Inside one of London's worst estates - where the landlord makes 100m surplus

Residents on a dilapidated and dangerous estate in London face numerous safety concerns, including break-ins, stabbings, and inadequate maintenance.
The housing association in charge of the flats has a significant surplus of funds, while residents complain that their concerns are being ignored. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Why was 2023 such a deadly year in Los Angeles County jails? It depends on whom you ask

Overcrowding and neglect contribute to rising inmate deaths in Los Angeles County jails.
The annual death rate in Los Angeles County jails has more than doubled in the past decade due to various factors. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Adults with autism faced 'torture' at this L.A. group home. Their moms want justice

Caregivers abused a resident with developmental disabilities, captured on video.
The abuse incident included physical violence and neglect by the caregivers. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

17 Toxic Fathers Who Do NOT Deserve To Be Parents

Fathers have caused deep emotional wounds through neglect and rejection.
Lack of acknowledgment and support from a father figure can have profound negative impacts. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Parenting

Ask Amy: I never should have agreed to be the child's godmother. What do I do now?

The reader feels guilty for not fulfilling her role as a godparent and wants to apologize to the family.
Amy suggests acknowledging the neglect, but not inflating its impact on the family. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
Parenting

Parents who forced children to live in 'filth' sentenced for child neglect

Parents given suspended prison sentences for child neglect and cruelty in a fly-infested and filthy home in north London.
Police found children living in squalor with no soap, shampoo, or toilet paper in the bathroom. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
Parenting

Parents jailed after death of four-month-old son

Reece Kelly was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his baby son.
Georgia Wright was jailed for three years for child cruelty.
The couple prioritized drug-taking over their son's well-being. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Amputations, sexual assault, lice: Bay Area nursing home operator settles with counties, state

Neglecting patient care and hygiene needs led to legal consequences for Mariner Health Care.
Understaffing and inadequate care at Mariner Health Care facilities resulted in serious harm to residents. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

'Peanut Butter,' a dog abandoned on NYC highway on Christmas Eve, now a social media star

Peanut Butter, a once neglected dog, now has a strong community support system.
Peanut Butter's recovery showcases the impact of love and care on an animal's healing process. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Mother of boy found dead in suitcase in Indiana arrested in California

Mother arrested in California after two years on the run for her 5-year-old son's murder.
Autopsy revealed the cause of the boy's death due to neglect resulting in dehydration. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Son calls 911 saying his mom won't wake up, officials say. He's accused of killing her

A 50-year-old man has been charged with murder for allegedly killing his 82-year-old mother.
The woman was found unconscious and suffering from numerous wounds consistent with neglect. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
2 months ago
Education

Educators Are Sharing The Ways They Have To Parent Their Students, And These People Are Actual Warriors

Teachers often have to take on parental roles for their students, including basic needs like bathing, feeding, and providing clothes.
Some students experience neglect and teachers have to provide resources like food and clothing to support them. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Chicago

Appellate court upholds $3 million jury award, rules Chicago police should have done more to protect slain domestic violence victim

The Illinois appellate court upheld a $3 million jury award in a case where two Chicago police officers failed to protect a domestic violence victim.
The officers did not use all reasonable means to prevent abuse and neglect, leading to the victim's death. [ more ]
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