A new report from the Lancet Commission suggests that there are 14 health issues that can be reduced or eliminated to theoretically prevent nearly half of dementias in the world. Treating vision loss and high cholesterol are two ways in which people can reduce the chances of developing dementia. It is predicted that by 2050, the… Continue reading Two new dementia risks identified by major report
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Thunderstorm warnings for much of England and Wales
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued across much of England and Wales amidst a heatwave that has engulfed most of the UK. Wednesday night and Thursday are forecasted for heavy showers, thunder, and lightning with possible disruption to travel and power cuts. Along with these warnings, flood alerts have also been put in place across… Continue reading Thunderstorm warnings for much of England and Wales
Teletech launches drug safety video ahead of this weekend’s festival
Teletech, a Manchester event organizer, has released a video which gives information on drug use and risk reduction. The video was released following the discovery of “super-strength MDMA pills” in circulation nearby at Manchester’s Parklife festival. Azyr, a member of the Teletech team, said that by sharing the information he hopes fans will be more… Continue reading Teletech launches drug safety video ahead of this weekend’s festival
Leanne Lucas: Yoga teacher stabbed in Southport protecting children, cousin says
Leanne Lucas, a yoga teacher hailed as a hero, was fatally injured attempting to protect two little girls during the Southport knife attack, according to her cousin. Ms Lucas helped usher children into a storage room and shielded two girls from the attacker when she was thought to have received her injuries. She is believed… Continue reading Leanne Lucas: Yoga teacher stabbed in Southport protecting children, cousin says
BBC knew Huw Edwards had been arrested in November
BBC news presenter Huw Edwards was arrested in November 2023 on suspicion of serious charges, the corporation said in a statement following his guilty plea for making indecent images of children. Edwards was suspended from his role in July 2024 following allegations he had paid a young person for sexually explicit images. The Metropolitan Police… Continue reading BBC knew Huw Edwards had been arrested in November
Boomtown and Elrow join forces for “first of its kind” show at DRUMSHEDS
Boomtown and Elrow are teaming up for a unique Halloween show at DRUMSHEDs superclub in London. The two brands will collaborate on October 26-27, delivering a “unique collaboration to change the game for London’s immersive nightlife culture”. The two-day event will take place at DRUMSHEDS, which can accommodate up to 15,000 people, and the lineup… Continue reading Boomtown and Elrow join forces for “first of its kind” show at DRUMSHEDS
Police get more time with suspect as Southport reels from unrest
Police have been granted extra time to question a teenager in connection with a knife attack that killed three children at a dance class. Four men were arrested for violent disorder after unrest broke out near a mosque in the town of Southport where the attack occurred. The attack involved 70 individuals who allegedly became… Continue reading Police get more time with suspect as Southport reels from unrest
Watch: Cleaning up Southport’s streets after riot
In the aftermath of the recent spate of violent attacks in Southport, tension in the local community continues to bubble. On Tuesday night, a mosque was attacked, just metres away from where a riot had erupted after false information circulated about the background of the suspect in Monday’s fatal stabbing of three young girls. Amid… Continue reading Watch: Cleaning up Southport’s streets after riot
Kyle Chase, owner of Liverpool nightclub Spray Shop, jailed for 12 years
Kyle Chase, owner of Liverpool’s club Spray Shop, has been handed a 12-year prison sentence for drug trafficking. The 39-year-old Chase, also known as Kyle Muldoon, was given a sentence of 12 years and eight months after being identified as using encrypted messaging service Encrochat on multiple devices. Police found that he was using two… Continue reading Kyle Chase, owner of Liverpool nightclub Spray Shop, jailed for 12 years
Musixster launches competition system to help artists publicise their music
An innovative new platform known as Musixster is aiming to change the way in which artists engage with their fans. The platform is designed to provide a dynamic fan-based interaction system that is designed to help artists better promote their songs. Musixster’s approach to artist promotion sees songs pitted against one another in an online… Continue reading Musixster launches competition system to help artists publicise their music