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Pregnancy diet smell linked to child obesity risk

New research suggests the smell of fatty foods like bacon during pregnancy could predispose children to obesity. Learn about the study's findings and the implications for maternal nutrition.

Correction: Knife Crime Statistics Amended

The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.

ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data quality

The UK's Office for National Statistics will reduce its publications by 10% in 2026 to prioritise core data reliability amid Treasury concerns. Discover how this affects economic policymaking.

West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart

New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.

NHS forced to choose: Obesity crisis vs routine care

Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's growing obesity epidemic is pushing the NHS toward an impossible choice between routine care and weight-related treatments as waiting lists hit record highs.

Tory minister attacks official immigration statistics

Conservative Immigration Minister Chris Philp sparks outrage after questioning the accuracy of official migration figures, accusing the Office for National Statistics of using 'immigration survey' methods.

Obesity linked to 32 cancer types in shock study

Groundbreaking research from Lund University shows obesity significantly increases risk for numerous cancers including leukaemia, thyroid and breast cancer, with UK health experts calling for urgent action.

Obesity Crisis: 22 US States Hit Record Highs

New data reveals America's obesity epidemic has worsened dramatically, with 22 states reaching unprecedented levels. Health experts warn of severe consequences for healthcare systems and national wellbeing.

Rachel Reeves slams 'shambolic' ONS economic data

Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a blistering attack on the Office for National Statistics, criticising its 'shambolic' GDP figures and demanding a major review to restore trust in UK economic data.

Fired US Statistician: Trump 'Dangerous' for Data Integrity

Ex-Bureau of Labor Statistics chief Erika McEntarfer breaks her silence, alleging political pressure and data manipulation under the Trump administration. She warns his return would be 'dangerous' for US economic integrity.

Weight-loss jabs transform child obesity treatment

Groundbreaking NHS research reveals obesity injections like Wegovy are dramatically more effective than lifestyle changes alone for teenagers, offering new hope in the childhood obesity crisis.

UK Economy Flatlines in July: 0.0% Growth Recorded

Britain's economic growth stalled in July with 0.0% GDP growth, delivering a major blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves and raising fears of imminent tax hikes to fill a £22 billion black hole in public finances.

ABS Key Income and Housing Survey Delayed Until 2026

Exclusive briefing documents reveal a significant delay to the crucial ABS Income and Housing Survey, leaving policymakers and economists without vital data on wages, inequality, and housing costs until 2026.

Record 1.5m Food Parcels for UK Children in Poverty Crisis

Shocking new data from the Trussell Trust reveals an unprecedented surge in child poverty across the UK, with food banks in its network distributing over one million emergency food parcels to children in the past year—the highest number ever recorded.

US Union Membership Soars to Historic High

New government data reveals a dramatic surge in US union membership, reaching levels not seen in decades as workers across sectors mobilise for better pay and conditions.

UK Phone Shops Lock Doors to Tackle Soaring Thefts

Faced with a dramatic surge in violent robberies, major UK mobile phone retailers are implementing a radical new security protocol: keeping their doors locked during business hours. This desperate measure highlights a growing crisis for high-street retail

US August Jobs Report Delayed by Technical Glitch

The crucial US August employment report faces an unexpected delay due to technical difficulties at the Bureau of Labor Statistics, creating uncertainty for markets and policymakers.

Trump Brands Positive Jobs Report a 'Hoax'

Former President Donald Trump launches a furious attack on the media and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, claiming the positive August jobs report is a 'hoax' designed to damage his 2024 election prospects.

London's Bicycle Theft Lottery: Police Response Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals London's bicycle theft crisis, with victims entering a 'lottery' for police action. Shocking data shows vast disparities in borough response rates, leaving cyclists stranded.

UK Phone Theft: One Stolen Every 44 Seconds

Exclusive data reveals a mobile phone is stolen every 44 seconds across the UK, with London's West End becoming a hotspot for organised theft gangs. Police urge immediate action.

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