A Starbucks employee went viral after posting an emotional video where they expressed frustration over being scheduled to work eight-hour shifts while also managing full-time studies. The video sparked mixed reactions online, with some criticizing the worker for complaining, while others defended them, highlighting the challenges of balancing work and education. The employee also voiced concerns about lack of support from management and difficult working conditions.

Fiona Harvey is suing Netflix for £132 million, alleging defamation and other harms after being identified as the inspiration for a character in the series Baby Reindeer. The series, written by Richard Gadd, has been criticised for claiming to be based on a true story while also stating some scenes were fictionalised. A consultant to Ofcom suggests Netflix owes Harvey an apology, but the case is currently being contested in court.

Not only new moms are entitled for financial support from the Government. Find out what paternity rights UK dads have. 

Women are generally multi-tasking machines and therefore perfectly capable of raising a family while generating a second income by being a mumpreneur. It might be a cliché but the sky really is the limit; all you need is a good idea, and the motivation to turn it into a viable business.

Financial considerations are part and parcel of all major life events and starting a family is no exception.
The good thing about pregnancy is that you have at least a few months to find out what benefits you’re entitled to and plan accordingly. If you’re working, the chances are you can get some form of maternity pay depending on your circumstances.
Don’t expect anyone to come and tell you all what’s what though – find out what you can get.

University tuition fees of up to £9,000 a year will place even more pressure on parents already concerned about how they will afford their children's higher education costs.