Acas Offers Mediation in Junior Doctors' Strike Deadlock
The conciliation service Acas has offered to help resolve the junior doctors' dispute in England as they stage their 14th strike over pay and conditions. Read the latest.
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Acas Talks Start to Resolve Junior Doctors' Strike
Conciliation service Acas hosts crucial talks to end the junior doctors' dispute as they strike for the 14th time over pay and jobs. Follow the latest updates.
Gibson Dunn promotes record 13 to partner in London
US law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher promotes a record 13 lawyers to partner in its London office, marking its largest City promotion round ever. Discover the key figures and strategic focus.
Teen fights for life after rope swing accident in Kent
A 17-year-old boy is in a London hospital with a fractured skull after a rope swing broke in Coldblow Woods. His friends' quick actions saved his life. Read his family's story.
John Howard shifts gun debate after Bondi terror attack
Former PM John Howard's intervention on gun laws after the Bondi terror attack has dramatically shifted the political debate, giving conservatives permission to oppose further restrictions. Analysis of the implications for reform.
Doctors Strike, UK Set to Rejoin Erasmus, Sunnest Year
England's resident doctors begin a five-day strike amid a flu season crisis. The UK moves to rejoin the EU's Erasmus scheme, and 2025 is confirmed as the sunniest year on record. Get the full briefing.
Bondi Beach Attacker Charged Amid National Mourning
A 24-year-old man has been charged over the Bondi Beach mass shooting that killed 15 at a Jewish event. As funerals begin, Australia debates gun law reforms and rising antisemitism.
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.
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.
Farage reported to police over election spending claims
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces a police report alleging he breached electoral spending limits in Clacton by failing to declare an armoured vehicle and a themed bar. Read the full details.
Farage Denies Breaking Electoral Law in Clacton
Reform UK denies claims Nigel Farage falsified election expenses in Clacton. Police are reviewing allegations from a former campaign member. Read the latest.
Charlton Athletic fan dies during match at The Valley
A Charlton Athletic supporter has died after a medical emergency during the match against Portsmouth. The game was halted and postponed. Read the club's full statement.
Charlton fan dies during Championship match at The Valley
A Charlton Athletic supporter tragically passed away after a medical emergency during the game against Portsmouth. The match was postponed as the club sends condolences.
Charlton fan dies after medical incident at Portsmouth match
A Charlton Athletic supporter has died after a medical emergency led to the abandonment of their Championship fixture against Portsmouth at The Valley. Read the full statements from both clubs.
Charlton Athletic fan dies, match abandoned
A Charlton Athletic supporter has died following a medical emergency at The Valley. The League One match against Portsmouth was postponed. Read the latest updates.
Charlton-Portsmouth Match Abandoned After Fan Medical Incident
The Championship clash at The Valley was halted in the 13th minute and later abandoned after a home supporter required urgent medical attention. Get the full details and official statements.
Cannabis seed ban could fuel £1.2bn black market, growers warn
UK government's proposed ban on cannabis seeds faces fierce opposition from growers, who warn it will fuel a £1.2bn black market and harm medical patients. Read the full story.
Gaza girl's vital brain operation after bombing
Maryam, 12, is one of few hundred patients allowed out of Gaza for critical care since October 2025. Read her story and the wider medical crisis.
Bridgepoint Weighs £550m Bid for AMS
Private equity giant Bridgepoint is exploring a takeover bid for London-listed Advanced Medical Solutions Group, valuing the surgical products maker at around £550m. Read the latest.
Baby of brain-dead mum remains in NICU for Christmas
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
Oxygen Therapy Anarchy: FDA vs. Unregulated Clinics
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is FDA-approved for only 13 conditions, yet some clinics market it for over 100. Experts warn of deadly risks and call for urgent regulation.
Trump's MRI scan results reveal 'perfectly normal' health
The White House has released details of Donald Trump's recent medical evaluation. An MRI scan of his cardiovascular system and abdomen showed no major issues, with his doctor stating all organs appear 'very healthy'.
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.
Victoria to Ban Unnecessary Intersex Child Surgery
Victoria, Australia, is set to introduce landmark laws banning medically unnecessary surgeries on intersex children. The move follows a damning inquiry and aims to protect bodily autonomy. Read the full report.
Why Medical Research Still Needs Animal Testing
Leading UK scientists explain why animal testing remains crucial for medical breakthroughs and why alternatives face significant biological complexities. Read their expert analysis.
Prince William offers comfort to Gaza children in UK
The Prince of Wales met children evacuated from Gaza for specialist NHS care, moved by their courage. Read the full Kensington Palace statement and details.
Taxpayers Subsidise Rising Specialist Fees in NHS
British taxpayers are subsidising rising specialist fees as Medicare-style gaps emerge in NHS funding. Discover how healthcare costs are shifting to patients.
UK bans asylum seekers' taxi use for medical trips
New rules restrict asylum seekers from using taxis for medical appointments, forcing bus use instead. The Home Office aims to cut £15.8m annual costs. Learn about the changes.
UK bans taxis for asylum seeker medical journeys
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces ban on taxi use for asylum seekers' medical trips, restricting to exceptional cases only. New rules aim to save taxpayer money from February.
NHS negligence costs hit £3.1bn, Reeves criticised
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.
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