Residents of Cromwell Tower in London are protesting against a power generator used by Linklaters which they claim is causing them headaches and nausea. The generator is said to be emitting fumes that are affecting the health of residents in surrounding apartment blocks. Linklaters lost power last month due to a transformer failure and installed… Continue reading Barbican residents want Linklaters' generator moved
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Elfbar: Vape firm claims it will survive UK disposable ban
The distribution company that handles sales for two of the most popular vape brands in the UK, Elfbar and Lost Mary, believes it is equipped to survive the upcoming ban on disposables. The brands have already launched reusable versions of their popular disposable vapes, with the primary difference being that the liquid containing the nicotine… Continue reading Elfbar: Vape firm claims it will survive UK disposable ban
Why are we so ill? The working-age health crisis
The number of working-age individuals suffering from illnesses appears to be increasing, with the Office for National Statistics warning of individuals leaving the job industry due to health issues. The Health Foundation conducted research indicating that the same number of individuals aged 16 to 64 both in work and out of work have health difficulties… Continue reading Why are we so ill? The working-age health crisis
Glow Up's judging duo on how they made it in make-up
Val Garland and Dominic Skinner are the names behind some of the most groundbreaking and shocking looks in the beauty industry. Garland has adorned Björk’s face with crystals, given Lady Gaga facial spikes, and covered Cate Blanchett in red paint, whilst Skinner has worked on the runways of Jean-Paul Gaultier and Dame Vivienne Westwood. Together,… Continue reading Glow Up's judging duo on how they made it in make-up
Newspaper headlines: Posh Spice at 50 and calls for 'Met chief to resign'
The Sunday papers have an array of stories on their front pages today. The Sunday Times has launched a campaign calling for compensation for victims of the infected blood scandal. The paper is backing more than 180 senior politicians, including former prime minister Boris Johnson, in calling for those affected to receive financial support. The… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Posh Spice at 50 and calls for 'Met chief to resign'
Arsenal win at Wolves to return to top spot
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Alzheimer's: I know I'm going to have early onset dementia
James Bexon received the devastating news that he was likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease between the ages of 53 and 63. His father had been diagnosed at 58, prompting James to take an NHS test in 2018 which showed a 99.9% chance of him getting a rare genetic form of the condition. Because of the… Continue reading Alzheimer's: I know I'm going to have early onset dementia
Co-op Live bosses apologise as arena test gig tickets cancelled
Co-op Live, the UK’s largest arena, faced backlash for cancelling tickets just hours prior to a test show featuring Rick Astley. Organizers said the cancellation was due to a need to cut capacity in order to test the 23,500-seater venue. About 11,000 people were scheduled to attend the event. A spokesperson for Co-op Live said… Continue reading Co-op Live bosses apologise as arena test gig tickets cancelled
Investigation launched as Stoke man and woman found dead
Police have initiated an investigation after two elderly people were discovered dead inside a house in Stoke. Staffordshire Police was informed of the incident at around 1 pm on Saturday at Catalina Place, Meir Park. The police released a statement stating that both a man and a woman, both aged in their 70s, were found… Continue reading Investigation launched as Stoke man and woman found dead
What do GPs think of Rishi Sunak's plan to strip them of sick note powers?
The UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has proposed a plan to test removing GPs’ authority to sign people off work as part of an effort to tackle the country’s “sick note culture”. Sunak aims to make it more difficult to obtain sick notes by having specialist work and health professionals issue notes instead.… Continue reading What do GPs think of Rishi Sunak's plan to strip them of sick note powers?