Woman has pioneering surgery for unborn baby with intestines outside its body

In a pioneering medical achievement, doctors successfully performed surgery on an unborn baby to correct a serious birth defect while he was still in the womb. Maisie Savage, a 29-year-old expectant mother from London, underwent the groundbreaking procedure in the United States when she was 26 weeks pregnant. Her son, Theo, who is now five… Continue reading Woman has pioneering surgery for unborn baby with intestines outside its body

Amber heat health alerts as more hot weather looms

Heat health warnings have been issued across much of England as temperatures are forecast to climb to around 34 degrees Celsius. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has activated amber alerts for London, the South East, the East of England, and the East Midlands starting at 9:00 BST on Monday, continuing through to the same… Continue reading Amber heat health alerts as more hot weather looms

Almost £200,000 of fuel stolen from UK forecourts every day since Iran war began

Since the outbreak of the conflict in Iran, UK petrol stations have experienced a significant surge in fuel theft, with nearly £200,000 worth of petrol stolen on average each day. This increase follows the sharp rise in fuel prices driven by disruptions to oil supplies in the Middle East. Industry data from Forecourt Eye highlights… Continue reading Almost £200,000 of fuel stolen from UK forecourts every day since Iran war began

At least five Al Fayed survivors confirmed as modern slavery victims

The Home Office has officially recognised at least five women who were abused by the former Harrods owner, Mohamed Al Fayed, as victims of modern slavery. This development was first publicly highlighted by the BBC in April when Rachel Louw, who has chosen to waive her anonymity, became the first woman to receive such formal… Continue reading At least five Al Fayed survivors confirmed as modern slavery victims

Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know

A free meningitis B (MenB) vaccine is now being offered to approximately one million young people in England, following a significant outbreak earlier this year in Kent. This outbreak was noted as the largest and fastest growing of its kind in the UK. Since the campaign began, nearly 90,000 doses have already been administered, with… Continue reading Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know

The change that may help you get a mortgage as a first-time buyer

For individuals aiming to purchase their first home, recent developments in mortgage lending rules could offer some relief despite the many challenges in today’s housing market. With the cost of living soaring, saving enough for a deposit feels increasingly difficult. The average house price now hovers around £300,000, and rising interest rates on new mortgages… Continue reading The change that may help you get a mortgage as a first-time buyer

Ariana Grande to take a break from public life amid 'endless' scrutiny

Ariana Grande has decided to step away from public engagements and will no longer participate in an upcoming London stage production following the conclusion of her Eternal Sunshine tour next month. A spokesperson for the 33-year-old American singer shared with People magazine that she plans to reduce her public visibility after facing relentless scrutiny throughout… Continue reading Ariana Grande to take a break from public life amid 'endless' scrutiny

Bovine TB: 'You can't describe the loss' – the reality of the disease on farmers

Bovine tuberculosis (bTB) significantly affects farmers not only financially but also on an emotional level. Rachel Leader, a breeder, expressed how the loss of cattle deeply impacts her entire family. She remarked, “The loss of that one animal, or animals, that you’ve grown up with, and suddenly there’s nothing after these years of generation… it’s… Continue reading Bovine TB: 'You can't describe the loss' – the reality of the disease on farmers

Commonwealth Games 2026: Joyful Glasgow cannot banish all doubts for future

When Victoria stepped down as host in 2023, Glasgow stepped in to save the Commonwealth Games, delivering what organisers describe as an event that “exceeded all expectations” over the past 11 days. Despite some complaints—ranging from residents frustrated by lost parking spaces to taxi drivers and shop owners feeling overlooked—the atmosphere within the city was… Continue reading Commonwealth Games 2026: Joyful Glasgow cannot banish all doubts for future

Sheep farmer had hydatid disease from tapeworm parasite for years

In May 2016, Jones had a troubling experience that led him to the hospital instead of attending a planned dinner with his wife, Eileen. Feeling unwell, he chose to stay in and later found the pain he was enduring became unbearable. Around midnight, an ambulance was called, and Jones was taken to Nevill Hall hospital,… Continue reading Sheep farmer had hydatid disease from tapeworm parasite for years