3 d. ago Britain’s ‘medieval’ health inequality is devastating NHS, experts say

Exclusive: Health service estimated to be spending £50bn a year on effects of deprivation and child povertyBritain in 2025: sick man of Europe battling untreated illness crisisDowning St has a radical change in mind for the NHS: shifting its focus from treatment to preventionBritain’s “medieval” levels of health inequality are having a “devastating” effect on the NHS, experts have warned, with the health service estimated to be spending as much as £50bn a year on the effects of deprivation.Rising rates of child poverty have led to a growing burden on hospitals, with the knock-on cost to the NHS comparable to the annual defence budget. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Lewis Capaldi’s health condition that triggered stage hiatus as singer makes Glastonbury return

Singer was diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome just a few months before announcing he would be stepping away from music to focus on his mental and physical health

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5 d. ago Jessie J reveals she's not cancer free following mastectomy in latest heartbreaking health update and announces break from social media to 'focus on her recovery'

The singer, 37, who underwent surgery late last week, said on Friday that her previous post had been 'misunderstood'.

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6 d. ago After a two year break what will Lewis Capaldi's return to the pyramid stage have in store?

Following his emotional set at Worthy Farm in June 2023, the singer, 28, took time off to focus on his mental health and to 'adjust to the impact' of his Tourette's diagnosis.

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6 d. ago Lewis Capaldi drops surprise new track amid Glastonbury comeback rumours

The Scottish singer, 28, last played the Pyramid Stage in 2023 before announcing a break from touring to focus on his mental health

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2 w. ago LeBron stars in Amazon ad, credits family for historic 23rd season return while nursing knee injury

LeBron James may be daydreaming about Prime Day deals in his new Amazon commercial, but there’s no fantasy when it comes to his real-life focus: getting his knee healthy in time for training camp

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2 w. ago Huge rise in waiting times leaving children across Wales without care they need

A report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health says ealy intervention for children is being overlooked while the focus is on long waits for adults

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2 w. ago Australia to hold talks aimed at entering defence pact with EU

Anthony Albanese confirms country could sign on to deal as he arrives in Calgary for G7 summitAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia is to hold formal negotiations on joining a new defence agreement with the European Union, with the prime minister preparing to discuss plans for enhanced security cooperation at this week’s G7 summit in Canada.Amid the deteriorating international security landscape, Anthony Albanese will use the talks with EU Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, and the European Council president, António Costa, in Alberta to explore a security and defence partnership, proposed at the inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV in Rome last month.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Parklife stage shut and acts cancelled as festival issues new statement

The Matinee stage at the Parklife festival was closed this evening with bosses at the festival making the decision to pause proceedings at the dance arena following 'advice from the safety team'

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2 w. ago Best NAD supplements to enhance energy metabolism and stress resistance

Naturally boost your energy levels with these tried-and-tested supplements that increase mental focus to others designed for heart health

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2 w. ago Best Lion’s Mane mushroom supplements to supercharge your brain and body

The legal form of magic mushroom is known to improve gut health and boost the immune system – increasing focus. Georgie Darling tests the top capsules and powders on the market

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3 w. ago Music festival to boost retired Scots police officer's 2,500

The 'Rock to Morocco Music Festival' will be held this weekend, with all proceeds raised to be added to the sum already raised for the Eilidh Brown Respite Home.

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3 w. ago Boulder Jewish Festival proceeds with enhanced security and focus on healing after attack

This year's Boulder Jewish Festival is being reimagined to focus on community healing

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3 w. ago Freddy Brazier heading to rehab to 'get clean' for heartbreaking reason

Freddy told followers he's been 'smoking' since the age of 12 and wants to focus on getting healthy in happy at a Spanish rehab centre.

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4 w. ago Jewish U.S. senators fear for their safety after Boulder flamethrower attack: ‘Antisemitic to their core’

Violence in Colorado, Pennsylvania and Washington, DC is a sign of increased threats toward Jewish Americans, the officials told The Independent

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4 w. ago 2 more attacks on Jews heighten concerns about security in and around US synagogues

For the leaders of U.S. Jewish institutions, the recent attacks in Boulder, Colorado, and Washington, D

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4 w. ago Boulder community to come together for vigil after firebombing attack that injured 12

Members of the Boulder community are reeling from a firebombing attack that injured 12 people demonstrating for the release of Israeli hostages

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last month Attack at demonstration calling for Israeli hostages' release was first where group faced violence

Demonstrators with the group Run for Their Lives have staged events around the world calling for the release of hostages held by Hamas since 2023

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