12 h. ago Matty Healy smokes a cigarette and drinks a pint of Guinness before calling himself his generation's 'best songwriter' as he takes to the stage for The 1975's Glastonbury headliner set

The band topped the bill on the Pyramid Stage for the first day of the festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Frontman Matty, 36, is famous for his provocative stage presence.

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25 h. ago Smoking, drinking too much and being overweight ‘puts one in 50 adults in England at risk of early death’

Exclusive: Research finds about 1 million people are living with ‘triple threat’ that increases risk of diseases such as cancer or diabetesOne in 50 people aged 16 or older in England is at risk of an early death because they smoke, drink too much and are overweight, research has found.This “triple threat” increases the risk of diseases such as cancer and diabetes and in some cases dying as much as 20 years earlier than they should, a senior doctor has said.12.7% of people in England (5.9 million) are overweight and drink more than 14 units but do not smoke.5.5% (2.5 million) are overweight and smoke but drink less than 14 units.1.4% (600,000) smoke and drink more than 14 units but have a normal weight. Continue reading...

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25 h. ago Triple threat of smoking, drinking and weight ‘puts a million in England at risk of early death’

Exclusive: Three risky behaviours can mean people dying 20 years earlier than they should, says senior doctorOne in 50 people aged 16 or older in England are at risk of an early death because they smoke, drink too much and are overweight, research has found.This “triple threat” increases the risk of diseases such as cancer and diabetes and in some cases means people dying 20 years earlier than they should, a senior doctor has said.12.7% of people in England (5.9 million) are overweight and drink more than 14 units but do not smoke.5.5% (2.5 million) are overweight and smoke but drink less than 14 units.1.4% (600,000) smoke and drink more than 14 units but have a normal weight. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago The Guardian view on maternity care failings: Wes Streeting’s new inquiry must learn from past mistakes, not repeat them | Editorial

The health secretary deserves praise for trying something new. But links between poor care and overstretched staff must not be avoidedThe announcement of a new inquiry into maternity care failures in England, including the shockingly higher risk of mortality faced by black and Asian mothers, indicates an overdue recognition that improvements are needed. From the devastating 2015 review of a decade of failure at Morecambe Bay, to last year’s birth trauma report from MPs, there is no shortage of evidence that women face unacceptable risks when giving birth on the NHS. The question is whether a review chaired by Wes Streeting himself can achieve what previous ones have not.His role as chair is not the only novel aspect of this inquiry. A panel including bereaved parents will share their experiences and knowledge, alongside expert evidence. This format should focus minds on the human consequences of systemic failures, including mother and baby deaths, and on the need for accountabi...

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8 d. ago Amber heat warnings 45C with 'risk of death' issued across these parts of England

Four day alert issued amid serious health concerns as temperatures soaring

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9 d. ago UK weather LIVE as 'risk of death' amber heat warning issued for whole of England

A more severe heat alert was issued on Thursday morning

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2 w. ago 'I bought smoked salmon from Harrods and price could feed family for weeks'

When a woman and her mum tried salmon with an extortionate price tag, people had a lot of thoughts. Many pointed out the cost could've fed an entire family

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2 w. ago 'I was a superfit karate Black Belt who didn't drink or smoke

Julius Manyoni, 66, who has been a Black Belt 6th Dan karate instructor for more than 40 years, was diagnosed with stage 3 myeloma, a type of blood cancer, after becoming breathless

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3 w. ago Bukayo Saka injury latest: England to not risk Arsenal winger against Andorra after 'discomfort'

Gunners star only completed a full training session for the first time on Friday ahead of latest World Cup qualifier in Barcelona

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3 w. ago Bukayo Saka: England may not risk Arsenal winger against Andorra after 'discomfort'

Gunners star only completed a full training session for the first time on Friday ahead of latest World Cup qualifier in Barcelona

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3 w. ago Bright has made a brave decision, but are England doing enough to support their stars? | Tom Garry

World Cup captain’s withdrawal is an important wake-up call, and leaves serious questions for coach Sarina WiegmanMillie Bright’s decision to withdraw from selection for the European Championship this summer, partly to look after her mental health, is one of the most courageous acts an England player has made and might yet prove to have just as powerful an impact off the pitch as her performances have had on it.Going to a major tournament for your country is every player’s dream and therefore for Bright, who captained England in the 2023 World Cup final, to bravely risk criticism and sacrifice that opportunity because she has the self-awareness to know that – in her words – “the fans deserve more” than what she can offer is sad for the Lionesses, but it should also serve two higher purposes. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Bank of England neglected climate and nature risk, say former senior staff

Ex-employees tell FT that climate change was deprioritised under governor Andrew Bailey

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3 w. ago Bank of England staff depart after downgrade of climate risk

Ex-employees tell FT that climate change was deprioritised under governor Andrew Bailey

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3 w. ago England's steepest street in UK city where cars are at risk of rolling away

Stuck delivery drivers, crampon-studded shoes, and sideways-parking - life on England's steepest street requires some skill - but locals say it's 'fine most of the time'

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