Relationships & Family
Drink-driver jailed after fatal Fife crash that killed couple and injured child
A festive night out ended in tragedy when a drink-driver crashed head-on into a family car, killing a husband and wife and seriously injuring their 10-year-old passenger. The case lays bare how quickly alcohol-fuelled decisions behind the wheel can shatter lives, from the children left without parents to the driver living with profound remorse. Readers gain a stark reminder of why planning safe journeys around drinking matters.
Read more …More Featured Finds
Explore our featured collection of relationships & family articles from trusted sources.
‘I’d like to explain why I was such a monster back then’: learning to apologise
the Guardian
26 Sept 2026
Six powerful personal stories explore the apologies people wish they’d made, including when alcohol or hidden pain shaped their behaviour. A thoughtful read on accountability and healing.
Read more …The moment I knew: when a teen romance turned into a sober, lifelong partnership
the Guardian
12 Sept 2026
A teen “bad boy” ditches parties, stops drinking and chooses therapy for love. A warm story about boundaries, small gestures and building a healthier life together.
Read more …Child rapist jailed after plying teenage victims with alcohol and filming attacks
ITV News
21 Aug 2026
A Walsall offender used alcohol and hidden recordings to abuse teenage girls over two decades. Learn how police uncovered the crimes and why reporting concerns matters.
Read more …How coercive control can fuel disordered eating and unhealthy drinking habits
the Guardian
16 Aug 2026
Discover how coercive control can quietly drive disordered eating, anxiety and drinking, and how therapy tools help rebuild confidence, boundaries and healthier coping.
Read more …Blind date in Manchester: sparks, oysters and a totally alcohol-free evening
the Guardian
14 Aug 2026
A Manchester blind date proves you don’t need alcohol for chemistry, connection and a great night out. See how this sober-first meeting unfolded.
Read more …Family of Teen Killed by Drink- and Drug-Driver Left Reeling by Early Release Decision
Wales Online
12 Aug 2026
A mother describes living a “life sentence” after her son was killed by a drink- and drug-driver, as early release rules reignite her family’s grief and campaign for justice.
Read more …Blind date in Manchester: sparks, oysters and a totally alcohol-free evening
the Guardian
14 Aug 2026
A Manchester blind date proves you don’t need alcohol for chemistry, connection and a great night out. See how this sober-first meeting unfolded.
Read more …Family of Teen Killed by Drink- and Drug-Driver Left Reeling by Early Release Decision
Wales Online
12 Aug 2026
A mother describes living a “life sentence” after her son was killed by a drink- and drug-driver, as early release rules reignite her family’s grief and campaign for justice.
Read more …Travel safety warnings for parents of teens on their first mates’ holiday
Metro
11 Aug 2026
Health and travel experts share essential safety tips for teens’ first mates’ holiday, from risky drink combos and overdose signs to insurance, social media and staying in touch.
Read more …Bride’s strict wedding rules include alcohol ban and no food after 7am
Daily Mirror
14 Jul 2026
One bride’s alcohol-free, tightly controlled wedding has guests questioning how to protect their wellbeing and set boundaries when celebrations stop feeling joyful.
Read more …Man given alcohol abstinence order after violent assault on partner
www.walesonline.co.uk
2 Jul 2026
A violent assault case in Wales shows how courts use alcohol abstinence orders in domestic abuse sentences, alongside highlighting key helplines and support routes.
Read more …World Cup nights, alcohol and domestic abuse: Women’s Aid warns of ‘other kick-off’ at home
The Independent
17 Jun 2026
Women’s Aid warns that late World Cup kick-offs and heavy drinking can fuel spikes in domestic abuse, and urges anyone affected to seek support and know the warning signs.
Read more …Snoring, Nightly Drinks and Separate Beds: Can Your Relationship Survive Sleep Trouble?
The Independent
21 May 2026
Struggling with a partner’s snoring and their evening drinks? Explore how sleep, alcohol and separate beds can affect intimacy – and what you can do about it.
Read more …Parenting Stress: How to Spot the Signs and Protect Your Wellbeing
BBC Bitesize
21 May 2026
Struggling to keep your cool with the kids? Discover how to recognise parenting stress, avoid burnout and gently reset habits, including your alcohol intake.
Read more …Dad who hid five bottles of wine a day rebuilds life after finding sobriety
The Mirror
13 Oct 2026
A father’s secret five-bottles-a-day habit nearly destroyed his family life. Discover how he found support, faced his past and built a new, sober chapter.
Read more …