Early flu surge pressures European healthcare, WHO warns
The WHO reports an intense, early flu season across Europe, driven by a new strain. Vaccination is urged to lower severe illness risk as healthcare systems face pressure.
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Offshore Casinos Exploit Gamblers Trying to Quit
The tragic story of Ollie Long, 36, reveals how illicit offshore bookies target vulnerable gamblers who have self-excluded via GamStop, with the UK's hidden gambling market now worth £583m.
The Hidden Dangers of AI-Powered Toys for Children
As AI toys flood the market, a Guardian columnist's experience and new research reveal serious risks, from inappropriate content to data harvesting. Discover why experts advise keeping this tech away from young minds.
C-sections overtake vaginal births in England
NHS data reveals a historic shift: 45% of births in England are now caesareans. Explore the trends, age factors, and expert insights behind this change in maternity care.
Ukrainian refugee's trauma after Liverpool parade attack
Anna Bilonozhenko, who fled Ukraine, describes being seriously injured when Paul Doyle drove into a Liverpool FC crowd. Read her harrowing story and the 21-year sentence.
Teen charged with murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. The girl was found with a fatal stab wound on Monday evening.
Bondi Beach Mass Shooting: Timeline of Terror
A detailed reconstruction of the Bondi beach terror attack, Australia's worst mass shooting since Port Arthur. See how the tragedy unfolded in real time.
New Scientific Era for Understanding Schizophrenia
A groundbreaking history of psychiatry reveals how advances in genomics and immunology are transforming our understanding of schizophrenia, moving beyond the mind-body divide.
Junior Doctors Begin 14th Strike in Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England start a five-day walkout, their 14th since March 2023, after rejecting a government deal on training places but not pay. NHS leaders warn of significant disruption.
NHS Flu Warning as Doctors' Strike Hits Amid Record Cases
The NHS warns patients will feel the impact of a five-day junior doctors' strike starting Wednesday, coinciding with record hospital flu cases. Health bosses urge the public to get vaccinated.
Farmer killed by falling tree while fighting WA bushfire
A 34-year-old farmer has died after a tree fell on his car while he was assisting fire crews battling a severe bushfire in Western Australia. Read the full story on the tragic incident and ongoing heatwave warnings.
Eating disorder patients face 700-day NHS wait
A new national audit reveals adults in England wait up to 700 days for eating disorder treatment, with a stark disparity between child and adult services. Experts call for urgent action.
The Agony of Hyperemesis Gravidarum in Pregnancy
A powerful podcast revisits the severe reality of hyperemesis gravidarum, far beyond 'morning sickness', and explores new hope for sufferers. Listen to the 2025 audio long read.
10 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues and Thrive
A chartered psychologist shares 10 science-backed strategies to embrace winter, from managing Seasonal Affective Disorder to adjusting routines and finding joy in the colder months.
Five-day NHS doctors' strike begins amid flu surge
Resident doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay, causing major disruption to NHS services during a record flu season. Health leaders warn of severe delays.
CDC drops universal newborn hep B vaccine recommendation
US health officials abruptly reverse a three-decade policy, now advising vaccination only for infants of hep B-positive mothers. Experts warn of preventable infections and eroding trust.
Your December 17 Horoscope: Cosmic Shift Demands Patience
Discover your star sign's forecast for Wednesday, December 17, 2025. With the Sun aligning with Saturn, the cosmos urges patience and strong foundations. Read your personalised daily horoscope.
Nicotine pouch use soars among Gen Z in Great Britain
New research reveals a dramatic rise in nicotine pouch use, driven by young people. Over 500,000 now use them, prompting calls for stricter marketing and age-of-sale laws. Read the full report.
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.
Specialist NHS Help for Abuse Survivors Announced
The government unveils a new NHS initiative to provide specialist support for domestic abuse and sexual violence survivors across England, aiming to halve violence against women and girls.
Sex offenders must declare social media or face jail
New UK law forces registered sex offenders to notify police of their social media and dating profiles. Failure to comply could result in a five-year prison sentence. Read the full details.
Doctor Avoids Prison in Matthew Perry Ketamine Case
Dr Mark Chavez sentenced to eight months' home confinement for role in supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his fatal overdose. Read the full court details.
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.
Appeal to trace man after woman found dead on tracks
British Transport Police are urgently appealing for a man seen talking to a woman on a Kilburn bridge two weeks before she was found dead on railway tracks. He is not a suspect but may have vital information.
NHS Resident Doctors Begin 14th Strike Over Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England launch a five-day strike, the 14th in 33 months. With public support waning and both sides entrenched, the NHS faces a 'never-ending' dispute. Read the full analysis.
NHS dental contract changes fail to stop the rot
New NHS dental contract tweaks aim to help urgent cases, but experts warn they are not the radical overhaul needed to solve England's access crisis. Read the full analysis.
Met Police 999 call answering times slip below target
Met Police answer just 77.5% of 999 calls in 10 seconds, missing a 90% target. Officials urge public to call only for real emergencies after reports of spiders and lost dogs.
Goldwater Rule Debate After Trump's Pennsylvania Speech
A physician argues for a distinction between armchair diagnosis and legitimate observation of public figures' behaviour, following Donald Trump's 9 December rally. Read the full analysis.
UK-US Trade Deals: Medicines Pact & Tech Sovereignty Row
New UK-US medicines agreement aims to boost NHS access to innovative drugs, but critics warn of eroded sovereignty in wider trade pacts with Trump. Explore the debate.
Mother and daughter battle breast cancer simultaneously
A mother and daughter share their journey through concurrent breast cancer diagnoses, exploring the genetic risks, emotional toll, and unique bond formed in the face of a shared illness. Read their powerful story.
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