Candle fires cost UK homes over £25,000 on average
Aviva reports festive candle fires cause over £25,000 in damage on average. Discover essential safety tips to protect your home this Christmas season.
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US Ends World AIDS Day Commemoration After 35 Years
The US government will no longer commemorate World AIDS Day, marking a historic policy shift. Discover the implications for global HIV prevention efforts and public health awareness.
Inquest: 12-year-old failed before psychiatric unit death
An inquest finds 12-year-old Mia Lucas was failed on multiple levels before her death at a psychiatric unit. A rare, treatable condition was undiagnosed. Read the full investigation.
Simple neck scan could detect heart attack risk
A simple neck ultrasound scan could identify men at high risk of heart attack and stroke. The painless test detects stiff arteries, a key warning sign. Learn about this breakthrough.
£5 GPS tracker protects vehicles from rising theft
Protect your vehicle for just £4.99 with this Black Friday GPS tracker deal. Live tracking alerts and geofencing provide peace of mind amid rising car crime across the UK.
95-year-old bus driver sets world record in Texas
Raymond Hager, 95, becomes world's oldest bus driver in Wichita Falls. The inspiring driver says he has 'no desire to quit' and was honoured by the mayor. Read his remarkable story.
Scotland rolls out genetic test to prevent baby deafness
A rapid genetic test that prevents deafness in newborns from a common antibiotic is being rolled out across Scotland. Discover how this 26-minute cheek swab is transforming neonatal care.
FDA menopause hormone therapy decision sparks backlash
US FDA removes black-box warnings from menopause hormone therapy amid scientific criticism. Experts question evidence behind claims of dementia prevention and longevity benefits.
£3 Magnetic Windscreen Cover Stops Frost
Amazon's Black Friday deal slashes the Keplin magnetic windscreen cover to just £3. Stop scraping ice and save 70% on this frost-fighting essential. Grab it before stocks run out!
Norovirus cases rise in UK children this winter
Cases of norovirus are increasing in the UK this winter, with the highest rates in children under 4. Learn the symptoms and how to prevent its spread.
65p salt hack stops winter mould in your home
Discover the 65p kitchen staple that acts as a natural dehumidifier to combat winter mould. Expert tips for keeping your home dry and mould-free during freezing temperatures.
Cancer Vaccine Breakthrough Offers New Hope
Groundbreaking documentary follows Professor Sarah Blagden's revolutionary cancer vaccine research. Discover how her work could transform cancer prevention and treatment in the UK.
Expert winter warmth tips from frontline security worker
Discover six essential strategies for staying warm in freezing UK temperatures, from thermal base layers to Yorkshire-made boots. Learn from a professional bouncer's hard-won expertise.
London men's mental health crisis revealed
A London Assembly report reveals men are dying from suicide due to toxic masculinity stigma. Mayor urged to fund targeted mental health support across TfL network.
Broadcaster's Secret to Avoiding Winter Colds Revealed
Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles shares the extreme cold prevention regime he learned from a mezzo-soprano that kept him sniffle-free all winter. Discover how to fight the common cold effectively.
Health officials destroy vendor's food with bleach in Denver
Denver health inspectors poured bleach over a street vendor's taco ingredients after repeated safety violations. Video of the incident goes viral as officials defend the practice.
London's £600m Fraud Fightback as Crime Soars
London launches £600m justice hub to tackle fraud affecting 4.1 million people. New police HQ and courts aim to restore trust and secure the Square Mile. Discover how the City is fighting back.
Government launches new men's health strategy
The UK government unveils a landmark men's health strategy focusing on suicide prevention, addiction, and prostate cancer, backed by the Premier League. A turning point for men's wellbeing.
Coroners' maternal death advice ignored, study finds
A King's College London study reveals that nearly two-thirds of coroners' reports to prevent maternal deaths in England and Wales are being ignored. Urgent action is needed to save lives.
Man pleads guilty to online chemical sales for suicide
Miles Cross, 33, from Wrexham, admitted encouraging suicide by selling chemicals online. Two deaths are being investigated. Sentencing set for January 7.
Man admits selling substance online to assist suicides
Miles Cross, 33, pleaded guilty to four counts of encouraging or assisting suicide. The Wrexham man sold chemicals via an online forum. Read the full story.
Gail Porter on homelessness and Samaritans campaign
TV presenter Gail Porter reveals she avoided Hampstead Heath for years after experiencing homelessness there. She now fronts the Samaritans' winter campaign to help others in crisis.
Ancient Indigenous Walking Trail Opens in Northern NSW
Discover the new Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk in northern NSW, a four-day hike following ancient Indigenous pathways through Widjabul Wia-bal country with stunning rainforest views.
UK cuts Global Fund by 15%, risking African health crisis
Britain reduces Global Fund pledge by £150m despite co-hosting replenishment drive. Campaigners warn cuts will force African nations to make impossible healthcare choices and risk thousands of lives.
UPFs Increase Bowel Cancer Risk in Young Women by 45%
New research reveals women under 50 consuming high amounts of ultra-processed foods face significantly greater risk of developing bowel polyps. Discover how diet impacts cancer prevention.
New UK law allows AI testing to stop child abuse images
New UK legislation permits tech firms and child safety agencies to test AI tools for vulnerabilities in generating child sexual abuse material, aiming to prevent harm at source.
Peanut allergies plummet 40% after new infant guidelines
Groundbreaking research reveals early peanut introduction slashes allergy rates by over 40% in children. Discover how parents can safely introduce allergens.
UK cuts £150m from AIDS, TB and malaria fund
Britain reduces Global Fund contribution by 15%, risking hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths. Charities warn this undermines decades of progress in disease elimination.
Life-saving car check saved teen from fatal crash
A grieving mother shares her powerful story about the basic vehicle safety check that prevented her teenage son from joining his friends in a fatal car accident, and why every parent should know about it.
FBI thwarts Michigan Halloween mass shooting plot
US authorities have disrupted a chilling Halloween terror conspiracy in Michigan, where three men allegedly planned to attack trick-or-treating families with firearms and explosives.
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