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Clarkson Farm fans delighted after star shares ‘great’ health news
Alan the Builder became a household name as a member of Clarkson’s Farm (Picture: Amazon Prime Video) Fans of Clarkson’s Farm have been relieved to hear that resident builder Alan Townsend – or Alan the Builder – is doing well following his recent...

Sir Rod Stewart 'devastated' as he's forced to cancel more U.S. concerts due to health fears
Chiara Fiorillo News Reporter 03:15 ET, 07 Jun 2025 Sir Rod Stewart has said he feels "devastated" after being forced to cancel a string of concerts in the US as he recovers from flu, ahead of his set at Glastonbury later this month. The...

EAM Jaishankar thanks UK for backing India’s fight against terrorism
"We practice a policy of zero tolerance against terrorism and expect our partners to understand it, and we will never countenance perpetrators of evil being put at par with its victims," Jaishankar said to David Lammy, Foreign Secretary of the UK...

Covid variant ‘descended from Omicron’ could ruin UK’s summer as experts issue warning
A highly contagious Covid variant could ruin Brits’ summers this year, scientists have warned. Descending from the super virulent Omicron variant, this new strain has been dubbed ‘Nimbus’ and has caused a massive surge of cases in China, Singapore...

Drivers over 65 'staying off road to avoid' amid epidemic sweeping UK
Elderly drivers are steering clear of roads to "avoid" young speedsters, it has been claimed. West Mercia Police are encouraging older drivers in the West Midlands to evaluate their driving skills for the sake of road safety. A fresh programme and...

UKHSA summer health warning as measles cases surge in England and Europe
Health professionals have sounded the alarm that "too many" children remain vulnerable to a potentially lethal illness, following a spike in cases across Europe. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has implored parents to ensure their children...
Dairy is so back. It's now a high-protein, gut-healthy superfood shoppers love.
Want to snack on something that's high in protein, gut-friendly, minimally processed, and tastes good? Hit the dairy aisle. After years of being outshone and relegated to second best by shiny, new plant-based alternatives like oat milk and cashew...

Is Covid going around again? Cases and hospitalisations as new variant NB.1.8.1 hits UK
A new Covid variant has been detected in the UK, sparking concerns that levels of the virus could soon surge. The new variant, called NB.1.8.1, has been detected in small numbers in the UK, with 13 confirmed cases in England, according to the UK...

The £39bn Skills England Wake-Up Call | FE Soundbite 800
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 800: 7th June 2025 | The £39bn Skills England Wake-Up Call This is the weekly e-newsletter and e-journal by FE News: ISSN 2732-4095. We know life is busy, so here is a snapshot of the latest announcements and epic...

UK households urged to keep 3 things with them on Wednesday
Households across the UK have been urged to keep three things with them as the soaring temperatures are likely to roast several parts of the country. According to the Met Office, the temperature is likely to reach a sweltering 28C in areas around...

Jax Taylor makes major decision for ‘mental health and recovery'
Jax Taylor just revealed he quit social media. The 45-year-old reality TV star, who previously opened up about his struggles with substance abuse, announced that he is going on a social media detox to focus on his "mental health and recovery." On...
Millions more patients to receive screening invites and appointment reminders on NHS app
7 June 2025, 07:56 | Updated: 7 June 2025, 08:09 NHS app on smartphone coronavirus COVID-19 link and symptoms check. Picture: Alamy Millions more patients are set to receive appointment reminders, screening invitations, and test on their...

Health officials confirm shortage of breast screening venues in Hertfordshire
Health bosses have been searching for additional venues for mobile breast screening units in areas of Hertfordshire, as major supermarkets have found other uses for their car parking spaces. The Beds and Herts Breast Screening Service invites...

Drivers 'could face' new on-the-spot roadside eyesight tests
Calls are growing for drivers to face random roadside eyesight tests amid increasing safety concerns relating to vision. It comes as new research found a quarter of motorists have not had eye tests in the past two years, as recommended by the NHS....

Love Island UK season 12: Complete set of cast members explored
Love Island UK season 12 is set to premiere on ITV2 on June 9, 2025. The long-running reality series will introduce a fresh group of singles as they enter the villa in search of love, explore new connections, and stir up plenty of drama along the...

Stephen Graham had emergency operation on a plane after ‘very scary’ health problem
Stephen Graham told the story of an emergency operation he had on a flight on Late Night with Seth Meyers (Picture: YouTube/NBC) Stephen Graham may be known for his intense on-screen performances, but his recent appearance on Late Night with Seth...

Millions will no longer get NHS letters as 'everything' will be done on app
The NHS app will become the default method of communication for patients seeking appointment reminders, screening invitations and test results as part of a major investment. Millions more people will receive personal health information directly to...

Brits issued major warning over holidays in Europe as hotspots hit by disease outbreaks
An outbreak of measles is sweeping through Europe, as the number of cases hits a 25-year high. The disease is highly contagious and can cause inflammation of the brain, as well as leading to long term health complications.France, Italy, Spain and...

What is happening with UK’s statistics? A crisis of confidence is quietly taking shape
Confidence in the country’s most important statistical institution is wobbling. Jarek Kilian / Shutterstock.com Lurking behind a decimal point lies a deeper fracture. What appeared to be a straightforward 3.5% inflation rate in April should, in...

British Columbia to Oregon nurses and doctors: ‘Come work for us’
Published 1:06 pm Friday, June 6, 2025 By Mark Page, Carpenter Media Group The Canadian province of British Columbia has begun an advertising campaign this month, hoping to attract health-care workers northward from the U.S. west coast with ads on...