4 h. ago Major cruise lines impose new age restrictions in bad news for young travelers departing from U.S.

Royal Caribbean’s previous age restriction for solo travelers was 18

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6 h. ago Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana Srivastava

Difficult news conveyed compassionately and sensitively doesn’t alter the facts but does change the patient experience“Can I get your professional opinion?” my friend asks. In the 30 years since medical school, we have exchanged many opinions but a constant has been the curveball questions thrown up by patient care. Questions that don’t have a clear answer that nonetheless test us.A new patient from last week has unexpectedly returned a biopsy showing cancer. The man typically defers his appointments, citing an inflexible work schedule. His first visit was delayed by a month and he doesn’t intend to return for the results any time soon. But suddenly, he doesn’t have the luxury of time. To plan treatment, the tumour board will need specialised tests. The tests can hardly be ordered without the patient knowing why. Continue reading...

Science

9 h. ago Nutritionist says 'bad for us' item is actually a superfood and can even go in the bath

The nutritionist has come out to share a simple swap you can make that turns one ingredient into a superfood that can help you feel stronger

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10 h. ago Tenant from hell left flat in such a bad state it will cost £5,000 to clean after losing six

Bas Basra, 49, fears it will cost him up to £5,000 to clean up the once 'immaculate' flat in Folkestone, Kent, that he had rented to the same person for 12 years.

Economics

15 h. ago ITV Emmerdale tease 'newest bad boy' to enter the Dales as Dingles warned to 'watch their back'

The ITV soap are switching things up as someone enters the Dales to cause trouble

Events

28 h. ago Man United announce plan to make 200 MORE redundancies, taking Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bodycount to 450

CHRIS WHEELER: Staff were given the bad news during a meeting at Old Trafford on Monday afternoon by chief executive Omar Berrada and chief operating officer Collette Roche.

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33 h. ago Voices: Regular tests, refresher courses, and age limits – Independent readers debate the future of road safety

While age-based restrictions divided readers, many supported stricter testing, including mandatory retesting, training, and regular eyesight checks

Politics

57 h. ago Captain America: Brave New World makes Marvel history in the worst way

New film has hit an unfortunate milestone for the comic book franchise

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63 h. ago Arsenal news: Gunners confirm transfer as Mikel Arteta escapes another injury worry

Arsenal were defeated by West Ham at the Emirates on Saturday after they failed to find the net but escaped more bad news on the injury front and confirmed a transfer in a busy weekend

Sport

3 d. ago Pub cleaner with bad neck wins payout after colleagues mocked her for struggling to use a mop

A cleaner afflicted by chronic neck pain who was mocked over her physical limitations by staff at the Lancashire pub where she worked has won her case for disability discrimination and harassment.

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3 d. ago 'I'm branded a bad mum but I'm forced to lock my fridge as my 17st son, 12, won't stop eating'

Caden Graham's mum has taken to social media to defend her parenting after revealing his debilitating genetic condition causes him to root through the rubbish in search for food

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4 d. ago John Stones could need surgery as Pep Guardiola confirms Man City star's lengthy absence

Pep Guardiola is bracing himself for bad news on John Stones' injury after the defender was forced off during Manchester City's defeat to Real Madrid in midweek

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4 d. ago GTA 6 fans fear latest announcement means bad news for Rockstar's next game

GTA 6 is slated for this year, and while PC fans get a free upgrade of GTA 5 in the coming weeks, some are worried Rockstar is trying to placate those playing on the platform

Sport

4 d. ago 'Son's hay fever so bad he begged to cut off his nose, but I found cure'

Richard’s hay fever would leave him feeling utterly exhausted and despondent

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4 d. ago Lando Norris prediction made by F1 insider is bad news for McLaren racer

McLaren have two rising stars on their hands in Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, but the Woking-based team could be forced to make a decision on which driver to favour as the 2025 season edges closer

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4 d. ago The City must fight back as undervalued miners look for a US bonanza, says MAGGIE PAGANO

Hot on the heels of Glencore's warning that it might ditch its London Stock Exchange listing comes news comes more bad news.

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5 d. ago Man Utd dealt new hammer blow as extent of Kobbie Mainoo injury emerges

Manchester United were without a glut of players for their 1-0 defeat by Tottenham and have received more bad news about midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, who has a calf injury

Economics

5 d. ago West Ham injury blow as Graham Potter confirms bad news on Lucas Paqueta

Brazilian set for another spell on the sidelines after injury in training

Events

5 d. ago Stress leads us to bad habits as our brain enters 'autopilot', study suggests

Scientists have revealed how stress could warp our ability to make decisions

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5 d. ago Prince William is 'really bad' at hobby loved by Kate, George, Charlotte and Louis

Prince William and Princess Kate are believed to be very hands-on parents, spending most of their spare time with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis

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