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Sam Thompson raises more than £100,000 on first day of Soccer Aid challenge

The former star of Made In Chelsea ran a full marathon before cycling a further 23 miles to reach Milton Keynes.

Evening Standard · Jun 2, 2025

Sam Thompson: Autism diagnosis was ‘a weight off my shoulders’ but ‘it hasn’t changed anything’

Exclusive: Sam Thompson opens up about his decision to seek a late autism diagnosis and what it means for him going forward

Evening Standard · Jun 2, 2025

Sam Thompson begins 260-mile run and cycle to deliver Soccer Aid match ball

The Made In Chelsea star was joined at the start line by I’m A Celebrity … Unpacked co-host Joel Dommett.

Evening Standard · Jun 2, 2025

How is the new Gaza aid plan supposed to work -- and why are so many aid groups against it?

A U.S.-backed group that is slated to take over aid distribution in Gaza says it plans to launch operations imminently despite opposition from the U.N. and the unexpected resignation of its executive director, who said it was clear the organization could not meet humanitarian principles

The Independent UK · May 26, 2025

Gemma Chan says UK aid cuts cannot be borne by ‘most vulnerable children’

The actress and Unicef ambassador signed a letter calling on the Government to ensure that 25% of aid budget is spent on work for children.

Evening Standard · May 19, 2025

Polio outbreak declared in Papua New Guinea, spurring preparation for vaccination campaign

The situation is “serious but manageable,” the country’s top health official said.

Euronews · May 16, 2025

Having risked my life in war zones for the BBC, I know this: cuts to the World Service will be disastrous

In an age of disinformation, our broadcaster is trusted to find and tell the truth. Now more than ever we need it, says former reporter, MP and Unicef ambassador, Martin Bell

The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2025

UK has poor ranking for child wellbeing and teenage happiness – study

In the UK, the percentage of teens reporting high life satisfaction fell from 64% in 2018 to 62% in 2022.

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

UK ranks below Romania and Hungary for child wellbeing and teen happiness

The Netherlands and Denmark retain their position as the top two places to be a child

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

Sam Thompson turns to Jamie Laing for advice as 'full-blown panic' over charity challenge sets in

Exclusive: TV favourite talks to Standard ahead of 260-miles challenge to transport match ball for Soccer Aid from London to Manchester

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025