Doctor sentenced over Matthew Perry's ketamine death
A doctor who pleaded guilty to supplying ketamine linked to Matthew Perry's fatal overdose has been sentenced to home confinement. Read the latest on the case and the risks of ketamine therapy.
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NHS calls for mediation to end junior doctors' strike
Health service leaders plead for independent mediation to break the deadlock between Wes Streeting and the BMA, as a five-day junior doctors' strike begins, threatening severe patient disruption.
AU$33m Pharma Payments to Doctors Raise Ethics Concerns
New data reveals over 6,500 Australian doctors received payments from drug firms. Experts warn this influences prescriptions, raising serious healthcare ethics questions. Read the full investigation.
Junior Doctors Strike Amid NHS Winter Flu Crisis
NHS hospitals cancel 38,500 appointments as junior doctors begin a five-day strike after rejecting a government pay offer, compounding a record flu outbreak. Health leaders call for urgent mediation.
Anaesthetist 'poisoned 12 patients to show off skills'
A former French anaesthetist is accused of fatally poisoning 12 patients to demonstrate his resuscitation skills. The trial, described as 'the trial of a lifetime', is now awaiting a verdict.
Resident Doctors Reject Offer, Strike Goes Ahead
Resident doctors in England will strike after rejecting the government's offer, citing a critical jobs crisis and real-terms pay cuts. Read why they demand respect and action.
Met Police staff strike on NYE over pay dispute
Metropolitan Police staff, including call handlers, will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, threatening emergency response delays. Unite union blames pay freeze and inferior conditions.
Doctors vote for 5-day Christmas strike
Tens of thousands of NHS doctors will strike for five days before Christmas after rejecting a last-minute government deal. The BMA union cites a 20% real-terms pay cut since 2008. Read the full story.
Doctor Who Spin-Off 'The War Between the Land and the Sea' Review
Russell T Davies's UNIT-focused Doctor Who spin-off, starring Russell Tovey and Gugu Mbatha-Raw, dives into a fishy conflict. A fun, if flawed, family adventure now on BBC iPlayer.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw's liberating Doctor Who amphibian role
Actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw reveals the 'liberating' challenge of playing Salt, a non-human lead in the new Doctor Who spin-off 'The War Between the Land and the Sea'. Read the full interview and review.
Soaring specialist fees create 'impossible choices' for patients
Rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are pushing Australians into financial hardship. Experts warn of a 'system without guardrails' and call for urgent government action on fee transparency and affordability.
New Doctor Who Spin-Off Exceeds Expectations
Russell T Davies's UNIT-based series, starring Russell Tovey and Gugu Mbatha-Raw, revives classic Sea Devils with timely climate themes. The first two episodes air December 7 on BBC.
TV Tonight: New Doctor Who Spin-Off & Apollo 1 Documentary
Tonight's TV highlights: Russell T Davies' ambitious new Doctor Who spin-off 'The War Between the Land and the Sea' on BBC One, and Channel 4's gripping Apollo 1 documentary. Your evening viewing sorted.
Ex-doctor charged with 45 sexual offences against patients
A former doctor faces 45 charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children under 13, at hospitals in Stoke and Dudley. Police urge anyone with concerns to come forward.
EasyJet Christmas strike to hit 410 Luton flights
EasyJet passengers face Christmas travel chaos as 200 baggage handlers at London Luton Airport announce strike dates. Check if your flight is affected.
Ex-doctor charged over alleged assaults on 38 patients
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, faces 98 charges including sexual assault of children. The alleged offences occurred at two Midlands hospitals between 2017 and 2021. Read the latest.
15 TV characters who arrived late but stole the show
From Succession's Ewan Roy to Friends' Mike Hannigan, discover the late-arriving TV characters who became unforgettable. Which fan favourite made your list?
Russell Tovey on new roles, working with Russell T Davies & dating IRL
Exclusive interview with Russell Tovey on his return to Doctor Who universe in 'The War Between the Land and the Sea', his powerful role in 'Plainclothes', and why he prefers real-life dating. Discover his thoughts on climate drama and LGBTQ+ representati
SEND school closes as staff strike over education quality
Woodlands School in Edgware is closed due to strike action over staff wellbeing and education standards. The NEU warns of more strikes if no deal is reached.
Health Secretary accuses BMA of 'juvenile delinquency'
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has accused the British Medical Association of behaving like 'moaning minnies' after resident doctors announced a Christmas strike. Read the latest on the NHS pay dispute.
Nurses warn NHS patients 'set up to suffer' this winter
Nursing leaders warn of a devastating winter for NHS patients, with 12-hour A&E waits and corridor care set to worsen. A looming junior doctors' strike adds to the crisis. Read the full report.
New Doctor Who Spin-Off Premieres December 7
Russell T Davies's new UNIT spin-off, 'The War Between the Land and the Sea', brings back Sea Devils in a climate-themed story. The first two episodes air Sunday, December 7 at 8:30pm.
Starbucks strike escalates as union demands first contract
Starbucks Workers United threatens the 'longest and biggest' strike in company history as 2,500 baristas walk out, demanding a fair contract after four years of unionisation efforts.
BMA Chair Denies Political Motives for Christmas Strike
BMA chair Dr Tom Dolphin rejects claims he is using junior doctors' strikes to further his political career, as a five-day walkout is set for December. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls the action 'cynical'.
Admiral to Brief Lawmakers on Boat Strike Scrutiny
A US Navy admiral will brief lawmakers as bipartisan scrutiny grows over a boat strike incident. Get the latest details on the investigation and political fallout.
White House Distances Defence Secretary from Drug Boat Strike
The White House clarifies that a US Navy commander, not Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, ordered a second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat, amid war crime allegations. Read the latest.
US Envoy Meets Putin as NATO Considers Stronger Response
Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for Ukraine peace talks, as a senior NATO officer suggests considering a 'pre-emptive strike' against Russia. Read the latest developments.
Resident Doctors Announce 5-Day Christmas Strike
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from 17-22 December over pay and job security, following November's action. The BMA urges the government to act.
Junior Doctors in England to Strike Before Christmas
The British Medical Association confirms resident doctors in England will walk out from 17 to 22 December. Get the latest on this breaking NHS strike news and its impact.
Doctor Who legend hints beloved character could die
Jemma Redgrave suggests her UNIT leader Kate Lethbridge-Stewart may not survive 'The War Between the Land and the Sea'. The BBC and Disney+ spinoff premieres December 7.
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