6 h. ago Private hospitals accused of ‘profiteering’ after demanding more NHS cash in Government deal

A landmark NHS deal on paying private healthcare firms to provide care is in the balance as profit-making companies threaten to pull out if caps are placed on their ability to get paid

Economics

9 h. ago Scottish Fine Soaps unveils new flagship products to celebrate brand's 50th year

The Scottish Fine Soaps Company, one of Scotland’s leading soap and self-care brands, has today unveiled two new flagship product ranges, Oakmoss and Wild Heather - paying tribute to the brand’s deep-rooted Scottish heritage.

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9 h. ago When does Lent finish, and why do Christians give things up for it?

The season comes straight after Shrove Tuesday, which is commonly known as Pancake Day

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10 h. ago Students providing unpaid care urged to check for £327 monthly income boost

Around 35,000 students at university or college in Scotland may be entitled to Carer Support Payment.

Economics

10 h. ago Five hospitalized after violent turbulence on United flight from Missouri to Houston

‘SkyWest and United are making sure the injured customers get the care they need’ said the airline

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12 h. ago Dundee care home reunites former lecturer with University of Dundee colleagues in heartfelt visit

Dr David Stansfield had expressed a wish to pay a visit to Life Sciences to see how it had changed since he left

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12 h. ago Livingston school plant new tress to replace those lost to Ash Dieback Disease

With the help of pupils from St Ninian's Primary, 85 trees were planted in total. The trees are a mix of species including elder, silver birch, crab apple and hazel.

Events

12 h. ago Middle East crisis live: Israel accused of using ‘food as weapon of war’ in aid blockade on Gaza

Egypt and Qatar condemn Israel’s decision to block goods and supplies from entering Gaza, saying it violates the ceasefire dealA 70-year-old man was killed and others injured in a knife attack in the northern Israeli city of Haifa on Monday morning, medics say.“Paramedics and EMTs have pronounced the death of a man around 70 years old and are providing medical treatment to and evacuating four injured individuals”, Israel’s Magen David Adom (MDA) emergency service said, after the police reported the suspect was killed. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago From the simple to the spectacular: the 20 best dessert recipes to comfort and delight

From crumbles to cheesecake, sticky toffee to tiramisu – the sweetest ways to finish any meal“For god’s sake, someone make me a proper dessert and quick,” Jay Rayner wrote in his paean to puddings in OFM, bemoaning the lack of care restaurants often give this essential course. There’s no question for us: the best, most comforting desserts, the ones that really hit that sweet spot, are made at home. Here you’ll find some of our favourites. Classics such as steamed pudding, creme brulee and profiteroles. Custard pie takes Greek form as galaktoboureko, rice pudding meets Indian spices, and Nigerian puff-puffs are the only kind of doughnut we want. We have the River Cafe’s famed lemon tart and Saltine’s should-be-famous sticky apple cake. Nigel Slater infuses jelly and ice-cream with grown-up flavours. These may not all be quick to make, but they are all proper. Grab a spoon. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago The left keeps getting identity politics wrong – and the right is benefiting from that | Ash Sarkar

Instead of liberation, we’ve ended up with competitive grievance, weaponised victimhood, and a focus on ‘I’ not ‘us’There are many things to be grateful to the musician Sam Fender for: reviving socially conscious songwriting, highlighting the brutality of austerity and calling for a ceasefire in Gaza before it was politically convenient. But, selfishly, the most important thing he’s done is take my spot of being yelled at on the internet. In a recent interview with the Sunday Times, Fender took aim at the prominence of identity politics compared to class.“We are very good at talking about privileges – white, male or straight privilege. We rarely talk about class, though,” he said. “And that’s a lot of the reason that all the young lads are seduced by demagogues and psychos like Andrew Tate People preach to some kid in a pit town in Durham who’s got f*** all and tell him he’s privileged? Then Tate tells him he’s worth something? It’s seductive.”Ash Sarkar is the author of Minority Ru...

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15 h. ago Lars von Trier is exciting and enraging – his Parkinson’s diagnosis spells doom for cinema

As the controversial director behind ‘Antichrist’ is admitted to a care centre for Parkinson’s weeks after the death of David Lynch, Xan Brooks wonders whether this may be the endgame for a certain strain of uncompromising left-field cinema

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20 h. ago Oscars viewers slam 'pointless' part of ITV coverage fronted by Jonathan Ross as they moan: 'We don't care!'

Oscars viewers slammed a 'pointless' part of the ITV coverage fronted by Jonathan Ross as they moaned: 'We don't care!' while it aired on Sunday night.

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20 h. ago Gardeners urged to save empty eggshells immediately for spring blooms

Eggshells for plants? It’s not only budget-friendly, but it’s also a more sustainable way to care for your plants, giving them the nutrients they need to flourish.

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21 h. ago Dementia care is inadequate with long waits and postcode lottery disparities, NHS chief admits

NHS England's national clinical director for dementia, Jeremy Issacs said four out of five patients wait too long for a diagnosis and then face a postcode lottery in the quality of their care.

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21 h. ago Adult social care facing ‘doom loop’ amid increased costs – report

Analysis of data over almost a decade suggested fewer adults are getting help from councils in England despite a rise in requests.

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25 h. ago Woman dies after collapsing inside Wetherspoons pub in Truro city centre

Emergency services were called to the Try Dowr JD Wetherspoons pub in Lemon Quay, Truto, at 1.50pm on Saturday after a woman collapsed. She was pronounced dead at the scene

Events

31 h. ago Maya Jama gives fans insight into her beauty regime and it includes a viral hair product

Ahead of London Fashion Week, Maya Jama gave fans a look at her pre-show beauty prep - and keen-eyed fans may have noticed a viral hair care product featured in her styling arsenal

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31 h. ago Don’t be afraid to cry – or to interrupt: doctors’ tips for making the most of your medical appointment

Be honest about your symptoms, voice your concerns, take notes, ask follow-up questions if you need to GPs and surgeons explain how to make every minute countWhen you go to see a doctor, it can be difficult to communicate your health concerns clearly, out of fear, embarrassment or a misunderstanding of medical jargon. How can you make the most of these appointments? From taking notes to bringing along a friend, and when to request a second opinion, doctors share their advice on how to access the best possible care. Continue reading...

Science

33 h. ago Murderer and child rapist dies in prison less than two years into 27

William Dawson, who was known as Billy the Bump, died at HMP Holme House after being transferred from HMP Durham for end of life care.

Events

34 h. ago Boots 'Super Sunday' sees Fenty lip care Rihanna wears 'all day long' fall to half

The Fenty founder said she created the product so peopole can use it whether they have nails or not but the nourishing element keeps her pout hydrated

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