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Netanyahu's call stopped Trump's Iran air strikes

A dramatic phone call from Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly convinced Donald Trump to call off imminent air strikes on Iran, as tensions soared over mass executions. Read the full report.

Gaza war causes 41% fall in births, says report

New reports detail a catastrophic collapse in maternal healthcare in Gaza, with a 41% fall in births and thousands of maternal deaths, alleging deliberate reproductive violence.

Newborn jaundice treated at home in Scotland

A new Hospital at Home service in Glasgow uses a light-therapy sleeping bag to treat neonatal jaundice, helping families avoid disruptive hospital readmissions. Discover how this innovation supports new parents.

First photo of teen killed in Kent river crash

The first image of 16-year-old Chloe Naylor, who died when a car veered into a freezing Kent river, has been released. A fundraiser for her funeral has been set up. Read the full story.

Maternal deaths up 20%, 2025 target missed

New data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed to meet its 2025 target. Read the full report and expert analysis.

Two teens die in Kent car crash near Iwade

A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl have died after a blue Ford Fiesta left Old Ferry Road in Kent. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

Three hikers dead on Mount Baldy, trails closed

The body of a 19-year-old college freshman was found on Mount Baldy's Devil's Backbone trail after a 500ft fall. Two others also perished as treacherous conditions prompt trail closures. Read the full report.

Australia's 2025 road deaths rise by 8%

Australia's road toll increased in 2025, with 1,323 lives lost. Experts call for urgent action on speed limits and vehicle safety. Discover the full analysis.

Why Death Rates Spike Over Christmas and New Year

Official data reveals a sharp rise in deaths during December and January. Experts explain the complex mix of healthcare pressures, festive excess, and cold weather driving this tragic seasonal trend.

Neonatology Pioneer Andy Whitelaw Dies Aged 79

Professor Andy Whitelaw, whose groundbreaking 'therapeutic cooling' and brain clot treatments saved countless premature babies, has died. Read about his life and legacy.

Crisis Intervention Training Cuts US Overdose Deaths

A little-known police training programme is helping to reduce fatal overdoses across the United States. Discover how Crisis Intervention Training changes law enforcement's approach to addiction.

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