9 d. ago Child mortality crisis continues in Gaza, with more than 100 killed since ceasefire

Eight children have died of hypothermia this winter, says health ministry, amid reports maternal and newborn care in territory has been dismantled A 27-day-old baby died in Gaza on Saturday from severe cold, bringing the number of children in the region who have died of hypothermia since the start of the current winter season to eight, according to the Palestinian health ministry.Medical sources confirmed to the news agency Anadolu that the newborn, named Aisha Ayesh al-Agha, died as a result of freezing temperatures, and that when she was brought to Nasser hospital in Khan Younis it was already too late to save her. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Football Daily | British managers abroad: will Gary O’Neil sink or swim at Strasbourg?

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!Some British managers who have chanced their arm on the continent have won trophies and the adoration of supporters. Others have at least provided the Daily with plenty of content. For every Bobby Robson, there’s a Tony Adams, or to meet somewhere in the middle, Steve McClaren – who can deliver you a league title while still making an arsche of himself in TV interviews. What fate awaits Gary O’Neil, quietly ushered into the vacant hot seat at Ligue 1 Strasbourg after Todd Boehly called up Liam Rosenior for the real job? Like Rosenior, he starts his tenure with a tricky away day in the cup; hours before Chelsea play Charlton, O’Neil will take the reins for a Coupe de France tie at fourth-tier Avranches.Back on a cold December day in 2001, I sat at Hillsborough and watched in despair as Sheffield Wednesday got absolutely shellacked by Norwich City, losing 5-0 at home. A couple of days after the game I sat down and wrote a letter (ask ...

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2 w. ago Dog walkers rave over Amazon gadget that takes 'seconds to warm up' when it's freezing

"Bought this for my wife, and she absolutely loves it. She’s a district nurse and is in and out of the cold all day, and this helps in keeping her warm."

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3 w. ago Met Office issues 'danger to life' Amber warnings as UK to be battered by snow

The Met Office has issued two 'danger to life' amber alerts as parts of the UK brace for heavy snow, with forecasters warning of 'another cold day with a mixture of rain, sleet and snow'

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3 w. ago The tiny Greater Manchester park to visit for a walk on a cold winter’s day

Make the most of the crisp winter weather with a stroll in this park

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3 w. ago 'My friend died whilst sleeping on the streets, and I thought why couldn't it have been me?'

After a man was found dead in Manchester city centre on Boxing Day, rough sleepers explain why some still remain outside despite emergency cold weather shelters being made available. Chris Slater reports.

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3 w. ago In Pictures: Snow day fun as bitterly cold snap grips the UK

The chilly weather was ideal for sledging and snowballs.

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3 w. ago The stunning country walk with amazing views perfect for a cold winter's day

Explore mysterious ruins and take in incredible countryside views

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3 w. ago Colourful marching bands, acrobats and floats pack annual New Year's Day parade as thousands line the streets, despite the cold

More than 8,000 performers took part in the extravagant display, setting off from Piccadilly towards Westminster, passing Trafalgar Square and Whitehall on the way.

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3 w. ago Hundreds of brave souls cure New Year hangovers with cold plunge into the Firth of Forth

It is the 40th time the event has taken place at South Queensferry, with many participants racing into the water in colourful fancy dress.

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3 w. ago Hundreds brave the New Year's Day cold with annual 'Loony Dook' in Firth of Forth

It is the 40th time the event has taken place at South Queensferry, as many participants raced into the water in colourful fancy dress.

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3 w. ago Hundreds brave the icy depths for traditional New Year's Day dips

More than 200 donned Christmas jumpers and hats, with some kitted out in just swimming costumes as they raced to Whitley Bay, in North Tyneside, to welcome in 2026.

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3 w. ago Sea swimmers urged to be cautious about taking new year dips off British coast

RNLI tells people to consider their health, cold water effects and weather conditions after disappearance of two swimmers on Christmas DayPeople planning on welcoming the new year by braving the British weather for a swim in the sea have been warned of the dangers after the disappearance of two swimmers on Christmas Day.The Royal National Lifeboat Institution said the effects of cold-water shock combined with weather conditions pose a risk to anyone entering water that is 15C or below. At this time of year, the average sea temperature around the UK and Ireland is 6C to 10C. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Full list of areas in England covered by UKHSA cold weather health alerts

The UKHSA has issued an eight-day cold weather alert across the country

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