Author: Dave Carter

Researchers have suggested that testing menstrual blood for signs of cervical cancer could serve as an accurate and convenient screening method. Traditionally, the NHS cervical screening test requires a healthcare professional to collect cells from the cervix, but about a third of women invited for this screening do not attend. The new method involves collecting… Continue reading Period blood test could be alternative to cervical screening, study says

Support worker Lauren Toovey has not received payment for six weeks while continuing to support George Baker, who has congenital muscular dystrophy. Together, they work closely as George runs The Disability Union, an organisation advocating for thousands of disabled individuals. Lauren describes her role as serving as George’s “arms and legs in an office,” helping… Continue reading Access to Work: 'My support worker hasn't been paid for six weeks'

Journalist Eve Simmons experienced a profound upheaval when her husband unexpectedly asked for a divorce just six months after they got married, despite being partners for nine years before tying the knot. She recalls the moment as devastating, describing it as if “the bottom had fallen out of my world.” However, with hindsight, Eve now… Continue reading My break-up blindsided me. Here's how to tell if your relationship isn't working

Robbie Williams, an iconic figure in British music for over thirty years, is embarking on a new tour this week to celebrate his extensive career. As he prepares for the Long 90s tour, which focuses on smaller venues reminiscent of the early days of his solo journey, Williams is taking a moment to reflect on… Continue reading Robbie Williams: social media would have 'seen me off' in the 90s

Vanessa Andrews, who lives with partial paralysis after suffering a stroke in 2024, recently spent 20 exhausting hours in the emergency department (ED) at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast during the Christmas holidays. Her experience left her deeply disturbed, describing the atmosphere as “inhumane.” She witnessed many elderly patients sitting for prolonged periods on… Continue reading ED waits: 'Inhumane' waits at Royal Victoria Hospital emergency department

Residents in parts of Wales are increasingly troubled by the rising issue of black bag fly-tipping, describing its effects on their communities as both “horrible” and a sign of laziness. Alice Gardner, who lives in Cardiff, reports that the amount of black bag waste dumped on her street has tripled since she moved there two… Continue reading Black bag fly-tipping rise across Wales 'horrible' and 'lazy'

June Bunyan, originally from a Scottish island, moved to California in 2023 to chase her ambition of becoming a defence attorney. During her time in Los Angeles, she connected with Jonathan Renteria, 25, through their shared interest in martial arts, and the couple eventually got married. In July 2025, they welcomed their daughter, Regina, a… Continue reading 'We're in hell': Mum faces two-year wait for answers about her daughter's LA death

A man who gave children sweets laced with a tranquilliser at a summer camp and subsequently sexually assaulted them has confessed to drugging his wife to ensure she remained asleep during the abuse. This admission took place at Leicester Crown Court on Wednesday. During court proceedings, Jon Ruben pleaded guilty to unlawfully and maliciously administering… Continue reading Stathern summer camp sex offender Jon Ruben admits drugging wife

Parliamentarians have agreed to make public documents relating to Lord Mandelson’s appointment as the UK ambassador to the United States, a decision that came after significant opposition from Labour MPs toward the Prime Minister’s initial approach. Sir Keir Starmer maintained that any released information would not compromise national security or harm diplomatic relations. However, mounting… Continue reading MPs back plan to release Mandelson files after Labour anger forces climbdown

Newly released documents from the US Department of Justice appear to confirm the authenticity of a photograph showing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with his arm around Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual abuse. The former prince had consistently denied any improper conduct and had questioned the legitimacy of the photograph, even stating he did not recall… Continue reading Email appears to confirm Andrew and Virginia Giuffre photo is real