An estate planner who went from selling windows to producing wills says too many people are “putting their lives in the hands of a robot”. Estate planning expert Steve Bish lost one of his closest friends, Carl, in a scooter accident in 2001. Carl had not left a will and Steve helped his widow deal with the estate.

Yorkshire-based children’s cancer charity Candlelighters has released a moving video to reflect the ordeal of childhood cancer and communicate the range of support services they provide.

We sent the Charlesworth family to experience the magical: Of the Oak in The Chapel at Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Not a typical art exhibition but an immersive sound-and-video installation that invites you to step metaphorically inside an ancient oak tree.

Whilst the festive season can be a time full of joy and happiness, it can also be a very lonely time of year for many. Mental health expert Noel McDermott looks at what you can do to combat this and make this time of year as positive as possible, not just for you but for others.

Preliminary findings in a rapid inquiry into NHS maternity services are due this month. It's the latest in a series of investigations stretching back twenty-two years. All have been well-intentioned, but somehow, again and again, they fail. Why? Missing the mark The people who run these inquiries are accomplished professionals who bring expertise in systems, processes, and governance.

In the UK, more than 35,000 deaths are attributed to cold-related illnesses each year, this is equivalent to more than 96 preventable deaths per day. For older people, freezing temperatures and cold weather present significant risks, especially amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Our second visit to Trentham Winter Lights was every bit as enchanting as the first. Last year, my then 4- and 7-year-olds were utterly captivated by the spectacle, and this year the magic returned with a delightful twist. The trail featured a subtle Wizard of Oz theme, punctuated by rainbows that appeared at every turn, creating a wonderfully whimsical atmosphere reminiscent of a storybook.

The Norse god, Skadi, may have brought the snow and ice down to Viking-age Coppergate, but the 10th century inhabitants are promising a very warm welcome to visitors making winter trips to JORVIK Viking Centre in York – where sub-zero temperatures are forecast to stay until February!

A groundbreaking trial exploring the potential of blood tests to diagnose dementia is now underway at two NHS Trusts in Sheffield marking a significant step toward improving the UK’s dementia diagnosis rate.

This Men's Health Awareness Month (that starts today, Mental Health Expert Noel McDermott looks at the importance of father-son relationships and how to strengthen these familial bonds. By investing in the mental and emotional health of men and boys, he believes we can build healthier families and communities.