Heater Extension Lead Fire Risk Warning for UK Homes
Electrical safety experts issue urgent warning to never plug electric heaters into extension leads this winter due to severe fire risk. Learn the safe alternative.
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Ex-SAS soldier dies after suing CNN over ISIS fume exposure
Adam Dobby, 54, has died from heart and lung failure after launching a High Court case against CNN. The former soldier claimed toxic fumes from ISIS oil fires damaged his health. Read the full story.
Flint Water Crisis Victims Still Await Compensation After 11 Years
Residents of Flint, Michigan, poisoned by lead-contaminated water in 2014, are still waiting for payouts from a $626m settlement. Many have been denied claims, adding insult to injury.
How 'Brown Fat' Could Be Key to Winter Weight Loss
Experts reveal how cold exposure activates 'brown fat' to burn calories, but warn it's not a simple fix. Discover the science and the caveats.
Thierry Henry named Fox Sports' lead World Cup 2026 analyst
Arsenal and France legend Thierry Henry will front Fox Sports' coverage of the 2026 World Cup in a major broadcasting coup. The network will show all 104 matches live across the USA.
LED Bulbs Health Warning: 'Like Asbestos' Says Expert
A UCL professor warns LED lighting harms mitochondria and sleep, comparing its public health risk to asbestos. Learn the impacts and what it means for UK homes.
Mobile Brain Scanners for UK Troops in £3.1m Breakthrough
British frontline troops will receive mobile brain scans to measure blast damage in a world-first medical advancement. The £3.1m project aims to solve the mystery of long-term brain injury.
Urgent Christmas warning over extension lead fire risk
Fire safety experts issue a critical alert as festive decorations are plugged in. Learn the red flags for overloaded sockets and how to prevent a devastating house fire this December.
River Island Handbag Recalled for Lead Contamination
River Island urgently recalls a pink floral handbag after tests found dangerous lead levels on its chain. Customers advised to stop use and return for a full refund.
Urgent Recall for Cancer-Linked Cooking Pans
An urgent recall has been issued for thousands of cooking pans over significant lead contamination, linked to cancer and autism. Check your kitchen now.
Doctor's urgent warning over shopping receipts
A leading health expert reveals the hidden dangers of paper receipts, linking them to hormone disruption and fertility issues. Discover how to protect yourself this festive season.
CCTV Released in Birmingham Bus Indecent Exposure Case
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of a man wanted in connection with an indecent exposure incident on a Birmingham bus. Call 101 with information.
Police Hunt Serial Flasher Near Bedford School
Bedford police are urgently searching for a man exposing himself near a secondary school. Extra patrols have been deployed in the area since the incidents began in late September.
Florida man arrested for naked TikTok challenge in freeze
A Florida man was arrested for walking naked on a highway in 36°F weather, claiming it was a TikTok challenge. Discover the bizarre details and police response.
Urgent Recall for Lead-Contaminated Cooking Pans
An urgent recall for Majestic Chef milk pans over significant lead contamination. Learn the health risks and how to check if your cookware is affected. Protect your family now.
WhatsApp flaw exposes 3.5bn users' data
Critical WhatsApp vulnerability exposes phone numbers of 3.5 billion users worldwide. Security experts warn it's a 'goldmine for scammers'. Learn how to protect yourself.
Head CT Scan Surge Raises Cancer Risk Concerns
The use of head CT scans in UK emergency departments has skyrocketed, doubling since 2007. Neurologists warn this exposes patients to unnecessary radiation, significantly increasing cancer risks, especially for children and older adults.
Parenting expert advice on children seeing porn
Parenting expert advice on what to do if your child sees pornography online. Learn how to have open conversations and protect children's emotional development.
Childhood porn exposure wrecked my life
Amelia Delgado, 21, reveals how accidental porn exposure at age eight led to addiction, body image issues, and a teenage pregnancy. She urges for more protection for children online.
Police hunt couple after sexual assault in Wellingborough park
Northamptonshire Police are searching for a woman and man after a sexual assault in a Wellingborough park. The attacker became fixated on the victim's appearance. Follow for updates.
Dry cleaning chemical linked to liver disease and cancer
Groundbreaking research reveals a chemical used in dry cleaning and industrial processes significantly increases the risk of liver disease, fibrosis, and cancer. Scientists warn this common substance poses serious health threats.
Grandfather's terminal cancer from Bank of England asbestos
A grandfather's routine chest infection revealed devastating terminal mesothelioma, traced back to childhood visits to his father's workplace at the Bank of England, exposing a hidden asbestos legacy.
Loud Noise Exposure Linked to Increased Parkinson's Risk
Groundbreaking research reveals prolonged exposure to loud noise may significantly increase Parkinson's disease risk. Discover the science behind this hidden health threat.
MaineHealth Data Breach Exposes Patient Death Notices
A major security failure at MaineHealth has left sensitive death notices publicly accessible for months, raising serious concerns about patient privacy and data protection protocols in the US healthcare system.
HS2 data breach exposes sensitive London transport information
Confidential London Underground data from Transport for London was mistakenly included in HS2 land and property documents, raising serious security concerns about passenger safety and infrastructure protection.
Uruguay rice workers' health crisis from pesticides
An alarming investigation reveals Uruguayan rice workers are suffering devastating health consequences from pesticide exposure, raising urgent questions about agricultural safety standards.
Child dies in Newham hazardous material incident
A major emergency response unfolded in East London as a child tragically died following exposure to hazardous materials, with multiple people hospitalized and ongoing decontamination efforts.
Nuclear test veterans take government to court over health
British nuclear test veterans and their descendants are launching legal action against the Ministry of Defence, demanding recognition and compensation for health issues they believe stem from radiation exposure during Cold War experiments.
100% of UK homes contaminated with pesticides
Groundbreaking research exposes how pesticide exposure is unavoidable in modern life, with every participant in a UK study testing positive for multiple agricultural chemicals.
Barclays downplays £20bn private credit exposure
Barclays Bank moves to reassure investors as it reveals significant stake in booming but volatile private credit sector, insisting risks are 'well managed' despite market turbulence.
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