‘It’s hard not to get caught in the act’: meet the people who help total strangers

Charitable donations peak in December, but what about the rest of the year? Sally Howard meets the people dedicated to random acts of kindness – and learns why giving anonymously is even better for you

New parents in the UK: what challenges are you facing?

We’rd like to hear from new mothers and fathers in the UK who are facing challenges, such as financial worries, health concerns or a lack of support

Ransomware group starts publishing Medibank data as company warns customers to be vigilant for scammers

Hundreds of names, addresses, birthdates and Medicare details posted under ‘good list’ and ‘naughty list’ headings

UK universities call for maintenance loan uplift amid students’ financial woes

Russell Group says rise in hardship funding also needed as survey shows average maintenance loan falls £439 short each month

Not just about the money: pioneering study reveals best and worst jobs in UK

‘Full earnings’ account for wellbeing as well as financial reward – and make income gap look even worse

How turning the heat off this winter could damage your health

A survey found 70% of UK adults are planning to heat their homes less, as energy prices soar. But what could be the effect?

Quiet quitting: why doing the bare minimum at work has gone global

The meaninglessness of modern work – and the pandemic – has led many to question their approach to their jobs

How much money is needed for ideal life? Most are OK with £8m, study finds

Research counters idea that everyone wants to be as rich as possible, though many Americans want $100bn

Tories urged not to betray working women by ditching employment bill

Fears flagship bill will be left out of Queen’s speech despite promise to fight sexual harassment and pregnancy discrimination

Menopausal women lack basic support, landmark survey finds

Around 80% say workplaces have no policies or help in place, and 45% avoid speaking to GP due to stigma