Controversial South London Festival Plans Two Weekends
Peckham's GALA Festival could expand to two weekends in 2025, featuring Afrobeats and Mahrajan events, despite local opposition over noise and park damage.
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Curve investor files legal challenge over Lloyds sale
IDC Ventures files High Court petition to block Curve's £125m sale to Lloyds, alleging governance failures wiped out £670m shareholder value. Read the latest developments.
Starmer emotional over brother's death on podcast
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reveals how his brother's death from cancer 'hit like a bus' in emotional Men's Mental Health Month podcast interview with Pete Wicks.
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.
Hackney LTN petition forces council debate
Over 1,500 residents petition Hackney Council to reopen roads closed by Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, as data questions their environmental impact. Discover the local divide.
NZ bans new puberty blocker prescriptions for trans youth
New Zealand halts new puberty blocker prescriptions for gender-diverse youth, citing evidence concerns. Critics warn of devastating mental health impacts. Learn more about the policy change.
Political Cartoon Reveals Ultra-Processed Food Harm
Ben Jennings' powerful cartoon exposes the hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods in our daily diets. Discover why UPFs threaten public health and what you can do about it.
WHO cuts 2,371 jobs, experts warn of global risk
The World Health Organization is cutting nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026. Experts warn this will severely impact global disease response and leave the world less safe. Read the full analysis.
South London road safety petition after hump removal
Over 600 Bromley residents demand traffic calming measures after speed humps were removed from Hawes Lane near three schools. Campaigners report dangerous speeding on the resurfaced road.
AI sanitary pad tracks period flow and clot size
Joii, the world's first AI-powered menstrual health app, uses smart pads to measure blood loss with clinical precision. Discover how this innovation could transform women's healthcare.
US Health Insurance Costs Jump 26% for Self-Employed
Self-employed Americans face 26% health insurance hikes as subsidies expire. Discover how rising costs are forcing people to skip emergency care and the political gridlock blocking solutions.
Bishops Cleeve saves cobbler from Tesco Timpson plan
Residents of Bishops Cleeve rallied with a 1000-signature petition to block a Tesco Timpson store, saving a beloved local cobbler's business and protecting their high street.
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.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce
The World Health Organization projects a 22% workforce reduction by 2026 following the US withdrawal under Trump. Explore the impact on global health.
Ultra-Processed Foods Harm Every Major Organ System
World's largest scientific review links UPFs to over 12 health conditions. Discover the risks and urgent calls for policy action to protect public health.
House votes to release all Epstein documents
The US House has overwhelmingly passed a bill forcing the release of all Jeffrey Epstein files. Only one representative voted against. Discover what happens next.
Half of UK men ignore worrying health symptoms
New research reveals 50% of British men ignore health worries, with 40% facing more serious problems later. Festive season worsens self-neglect trends.
Root canal treatment can lower blood sugar levels
New UK research reveals root canal treatment significantly reduces blood sugar levels, cholesterol, and inflammation, offering protection against type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
10 Hereditary Health Risks for Brits
New research reveals a shocking gap in UK health knowledge. Discover the 10 common conditions with strong genetic links and how to take control of your health.
Cannabis clinic tackles psychosis epidemic
Exclusive look at London's pioneering Cannabis Clinic for Patients with Psychosis as experts warn of mental health crisis linked to high-potency cannabis use across the UK.
NHS waiting lists shrink under Wes Streeting
Health Secretary Wes Streeting sees a slight drop in NHS waiting lists amid a challenging week where he denied plotting against the Prime Minister. Sky News Daily podcast analysis.
Fireworks ban petition forces Parliament debate
A petition demanding fireworks restrictions has surpassed 130,000 signatures, triggering a potential Parliamentary debate about banning public sales to protect vulnerable people and animals.
BAT accused of hypocrisy over Zambia tobacco lobbying
British American Tobacco lobbied against health measures in Africa that are UK law. Campaigners call it 'utter hypocrisy' as 7,000 Zambians die annually from tobacco-related illnesses.
NHS to cut 18,000 jobs in major England reorganisation
Major NHS restructuring in England will see 18,000 roles cut. Ministers promise £1bn savings for frontline care, while unions warn of expertise loss and service disruption.
Welsh study reveals pupil mental health and bullying crisis
A major study of 50,000 Welsh pupils reveals a 'sobering' mental health crisis, widespread bullying, and poor sleep habits. Discover the findings and the urgent call for action.
NHS trust fined over £500k for patient safety failings
An NHS trust has been fined over £500,000 and a ward manager sentenced following the 2015 suicide of patient Alice Figueiredo. Read the full story on the family's fight for justice.
Florence Pugh reveals breakdown and self-injury
Florence Pugh opens up about her mental health crisis, revealing her body 'screamed' for help, leading to self-injury. The actress details her recovery journey in a candid podcast interview.
Sleeping Pill Dementia Warning: New Study Findings
Groundbreaking research reveals disturbing connection between common sleep aids and increased dementia risk, prompting urgent health warnings for UK residents.
Why women lose their voice during orgasm
New research reveals a surprising physiological phenomenon affecting women's vocal control during climax, explaining the science behind this little-discussed experience.
The unignorable sign: My melanoma diagnosis story
A personal account of discovering melanoma through an unusual skin mark, and the urgent warning signs everyone should know about early detection.
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