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Top 5 Articles of 2025

06:00, 29 December 2025

Words by Cheyanne Bryan, Editorial and Campaign Marketing Executive, London

What a year 2025 has been!

If you have been around with us since the beginning of this year, thank you for your continued support. As the year draws to a close, everyone begins to reflect on what was achieved and looks towards the new year on bigger goals that can be achieved. 

Before we do the latter, let’s take a walk down memory lane on some of the articles of 2025 that did really well. 

Bill Gates’ Philanthropy: How He’s Changing the World Through Giving

Probably one of the most known tech pioneers of all time, Bill Gates is almost equally known for being a highly passionate philanthropist. This article gives a general overview on what Bill Gates has done with his philanthropy from how much has he donated to what The Gates Foundation stands for. 

Read the article here. 

James Norton is Thriving With Type 1 Diabetes, On and Off Screen

Inspired by Netflix’s House of Guinness that debuted this year, we had a look into some of the actors that appeared on the show and became truly enthralled by James Norton. 

Type 1 Diabetes is still a wildly misunderstood conduction and with Diabetes Awareness Month happening in November, we thought it was the best time to share what a great role model he is. 

Be inspired by James Norton here

Nicola Coughlan: Talent, Peace and Solidarity

Similarly to the previous entry on this list, this article is also part of our Positive Icon series which was started this year. This series was to celebrate the amazing work of many well known faces. Alongside starring in some popular films, Nicola Coughlan was named our Positive Icon in September for her work to do with peace and campaigning for human treatment of all people. 

Get a dose of Nicola's good work for peace here

Community Buildings Are the Most Valuable Buildings in Cities

Across the UK, five community buildings have recently been listed online with strikingly high values. While this may seem surprising, these buildings are often the most valuable assets in many neighbourhoods. 

Their true worth lies in how they serve local communities, providing vital spaces for support, learning and social connection. By bringing people together and strengthening local identity, community buildings hold lasting value beyond their price tag.

Find out more about this campaign here

Hurricane Help - Organisations on the Frontlines of Hurricane Melissa

This article was published quickly in response to the crisis, aiming to share timely resources from some truly remarkable organisations.

As Hurricane Melissa unfolded, these groups acted immediately to provide frontline support to those affected. The article highlights their vital work and explains how people can support their efforts, helping communities respond, recover and rebuild during an incredibly challenging time.

Find out how you can still support here

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