BBC Radio 2’s Trevor Nelson recovering after brain tumour surgery
Trevor Nelson, the BBC Radio 2 DJ, reveals he underwent surgery for a brain tumour and is now recuperating at home, feeling 'almost back to myself' and 'raring to go'.
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Expert withdraws support for Channel 4 ADHD documentary
Prof Katya Rubia withdraws support for The Great ADHD Myth?, saying it misrepresented her views and could encourage parents to take children off medication, increasing suicide risk.
BBC DJ Trevor Nelson reveals brain tumour diagnosis
BBC Radio 2 DJ Trevor Nelson, 62, has revealed he was diagnosed with a brain tumour, two months after stepping back from work due to health issues, and says he feels 'raring to go' after surgery.
Taylor Swift's Samoyed May Dethrone Cockapoo as UK's Top Dog
Taylor Swift's new Samoyed puppy may spark a surge in demand for the breed, potentially challenging the cockapoo's reign as Britain's most popular dog, experts say.
Def Leppard's Vivian Campbell Faces Cancer Return, Vows to Keep Moving
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell, 63, has announced his Hodgkin's lymphoma has returned after a 2025 donor bone marrow transplant. He expects another transplant but remains determined to live life fully, urging fellow patients to overcome fear and ke
Mum with 120 tattoos says trolls strengthen her kids' resilience
Carly Ejogbamu, 39, from Sheffield, has 120+ tattoos and nine face tattoos. After posting a selfie, she received thousands of abusive comments calling her a 'freak,' but says her children love her look and it teaches them to be themselves.
Autistic comedian: I’m a traitor to Britain – I can’t stand pubs
Comedian Joe Wells, diagnosed autistic in his late 20s, explains why he hated pubs as a student and how pre-drinks became his accessible quiet space, costing him a house deposit.
Ealing Council Apologises for Five Failures in Care for Parkinson’s Patient
Ealing Council failed an elderly man with Parkinson’s-related dementia by ignoring emails and calls, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has ruled. The council must apologise, pay £150, and retrain staff.
UK Hotels Record 1,323 Sexual Offences in 2025, Safety Gaps
Metro exclusive reveals 1,323 sexual offences in UK hotels in 2025, up 6.5% from 2024. Travelodge CEO resigns after Maidenhead attack; women share harrowing stories of security failures.
Rob Rinder announces father David's death at 73 from dementia
Rob Rinder reveals his father David Rinder, a London black cab driver for over 40 years, has died aged 73 after living with Lewy body dementia, a condition he calls 'desperately under-researched'.
Wearable Tech Health Alerts Ignored by Most Users
A new study reveals that over 70% of wearable tech users ignore health alerts, reducing the potential benefits of these devices for early detection and health management.
Stop Brutal Hysteroscopies Without Pain Relief, Patient Says
Carole Kendall, who endured three hysteroscopies with basic pain relief, calls for the NHS to offer women better options, including a recovery space, and criticises a system biased against women compared to men having colonoscopies.
Inquest: London Flat Where Boy Died Could Have Had More Safeguards
An inquest heard that more safety measures could have been installed in the Plaistow flat where five-year-old Aalim Ahmed, who was autistic, fell from a 15th-floor window in May 2024.
Sandra Bullock grieved Bryan Randall for four years before ALS death
Sandra Bullock has revealed she grieved her late partner Bryan Randall for four years before his death from ALS, saying her 'person left a lot earlier than the body left.'
16-year-old girl found dead in Danson Park, Bexleyheath
A 16-year-old girl was found dead in Danson Park, Bexleyheath, on Tuesday night. Police and paramedics declared her dead at the scene; her death is not believed to be suspicious.
Five Weird Sleep Products Tested by Our Writers
From the zDen blackout tent to the Elemind neurotech headband, our writers tested five niche sleep products. The Manta SOUND Sleep Mask kept a writer asleep for seven hours with white noise.
John Hall, Pioneering Geologist and Climate Scientist, Dies at 88
John Hall, the influential geologist and climate scientist who pioneered the study of past climates through ice cores, has died aged 88, his family announced.
Urgent Recall of Years Dog Food After 192 Pets Develop Eye Issues
Years dog food recall: 192 cases of suspected dry eye reported. Owners told to stop feeding chef-prepared meals immediately due to potential link to buckwheat ingredient.
Family of three who died in Sussex sea named by police
Hassan El-Khawas, 55, Zeina Alayn, 37, and their daughter Sara, 14, died after entering the sea off Shoreham, Sussex Police said. A fourth family member remains in hospital in critical condition.
Londoners Brace for Dusty Chaos at All Points East Festival
With 150,000 expected at Victoria Park, Londoners fear severe dust from drought conditions. AEG CEO Jim King says reseeding and ground protection are in place, but health risks remain.
UK Salmonella Outbreak: Is It Safe to Eat Eggs? One Dead
One person has died and 207 salmonella cases reported across the UK, linked to imported eggs. UKHSA says no risk from UK-produced eggs, but advises caution.
Croydon Council error forced family to sell gran’s home for care
A grieving family was forced to sell their grandmother’s home after Croydon Council wrongly charged care fees. The Ombudsman ordered the council to repay £75,000 plus interest.
Islington Council Abandons Blind Man with Dementia, Watchdog Finds
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman rebuked Islington Council for blocking a blind man with dementia's care account, ending his support with ten days' notice after his savings exceeded the £23,250 limit.
Grandmother died after paramedics discharged her instead of hospital
A 78-year-old grandmother died after London Ambulance Service paramedics discharged her at home despite an abnormal ECG, instead of taking her to hospital. A coroner ruled her death could have been prevented.
Somnophilia Kink: Taboo, Hot, but Consent Is Critical
Somnophilia, a sexual interest in sleeping partners, is popular on Reddit with 51,500 members. Psychosexual therapist Natasha Silverman warns consent is key; without it, the act becomes sexual assault under English law.
Person Stabbed at New Cross Station, Hospitalised with Severe Injuries
A person suffered potentially life-changing injuries in a stabbing at New Cross Overground station in Lewisham on August 18. Emergency services responded at 4:30pm, and the victim was taken to a major trauma centre. Southeastern trains and Windrush line s
Salmonella outbreak: UK cases rise, symptoms and avoidance tips
UK health authorities warn of a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs, with hundreds ill, one death, and 47 London cases. Symptoms and prevention advice.
Dawn Marie earns more on OnlyFans than wrestling career
Former WWE star Dawn Marie, 55, now earns more money on OnlyFans than she ever did as a wrestler, according to the Daily Mail. She also works as a dementia care nurse and recently sold one of her homes.
Channel 4 ADHD Documentary Sparks Complaints and Backlash
Channel 4's 'The Great ADHD Myth' faces backlash as viewers and charities call it 'grossly irresponsible' and one-sided, with ADHD UK urging Ofcom complaints.
Boy, 13, Saves Newborn Brother from Choking with First Aid
A 13-year-old boy used St John Ambulance Cadet training to save his two-day-old brother from choking. Maitham Ali performed back blows, clearing the airway after the baby vomited and turned blue.
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