31 m. ago Mehmet Oz confirmed by US Senate to lead Medicare and Medicaid

Former TV pitchman has close relationship with boss RFK Jr but regularly encourages Americans to get vaccinatedFormer heart surgeon and TV pitchman Dr Mehmet Oz was confirmed on Thursday to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).Oz became the agency’s administrator in a party-line 53-45 vote. Continue reading...

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77 m. ago What to know about the severe storms and flash flooding hitting parts of the US

At least six people have been killed in a wide swath of violent storms and tornadoes that hit the South and Midwest

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1 hour ago 'Unnecessary' The Naked Gun reboot 'ruined' by major mistake from Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson stars in the upcoming The Naked Gun instalment, which serves as the fourth in the franchise, but film fans can't stop criticising one major detail in the trailer

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1 hour ago Senate confirms Mehmet Oz to take lead of Medicare and Medicaid agency

Former heart surgeon and TV pitchman Dr. Mehmet Oz was confirmed Thursday to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

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2 h. ago Sir Elton John slams ITV show as the 'worst thing' in damning radio rant

Sir Elton John has slated The X Factor during an appearance on Capital Breakfast as he opened up about his dislike of singing competition shows live on the radio

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3 h. ago Work on new care home with 65 en suite rooms could begin this year

'It is no secret that west Wales desperately needs more high-quality care services,' says firm's managing director

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3 h. ago What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death

Experts say planning before a tornado threatens is key for staying safe

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3 h. ago Two air ambulances land and man airlifted to hospital after 'fall'

Emergency services descended on a street in Oldham

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3 h. ago Pentagon watchdog to investigate Pete Hegseth over Signal war

Defense chief and others discussed US military operations on messaging app that included journalistThe inspector general of the Department of Defense (DOD) is launching an investigation into Pentagon secretary Pete Hegseth’s use of the encrypted messaging app Signal to discuss sensitive information about military operations in Yemen.The probe, announced on Thursday, follows a bipartisan request from the Senate armed services committee after allegations emerged that highly precise – and most likely classified – intelligence about impending US airstrikes in Yemen, including strike timing and aircraft models, had been shared in a Signal group chat that included a journalist. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Dan Walker will never forget pal Gary Speed's last words to him as tragic death left him 'poleaxed'

TV star Dan Walker has opened up about his friend Gary Speed's death as he vows to fight for better mental health services for children as part of his charity Bright Young Dreams

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4 h. ago Willie Mullins serves up ‘Fab Four’ on Grand National opening day as Constitution Hill falls once more

The all-conquering Irish handler saw star mare Lossiemouth capitalise on another fall from Constitution Hill

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4 h. ago Coronation Street fans 'work out' new owners of the Rovers Return in 'amazing' twist

The iconic boozer in the ITV soap has recently had a question mark put over its future

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5 h. ago Eluned Morgan wants tourist tax money to be used to make beach toilets free

Wales' First Minister said ringfencing money from the tourism tax will help protect local services

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5 h. ago Eluned Morgan wants to make beach toilets free in tourist hotspots

Wales' First Minister said ringfencing money from the tourism tax will help protect local services

Society

7 h. ago Fears of local government financial collapse ‘pessimistic’, says top civil servant

The Local Government Association said councils in England were facing a funding gap of more than £8 billion by 2028/29.

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7 h. ago Young Dumfries soldier returns home after first major overseas deployment

Liam Scott, who is currently serving in the 4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (4 SCOTS), took part in Exercise Steadfast Dart.

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7 h. ago Scottish island hit with yet another ferry repairs blow as vessel delayed again

Ageing vessel not now due back in service until end of May after unprecedented 16-month absence

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8 h. ago Gang boss DNA found on toothbrush at prison governor’s flat, jury hears

Hugo Boss flip flops also had DNA of ‘Breaking Bad’ drug dealer Anthony Saunderson found at Kerri Pegg’s home

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8 h. ago My teenage son is just horrid, I hate him. How can I cope with the disgusting feelings I’m having?

You don’t need to feel wretched shame for having negative emotions, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. Working through these feelings might be better for him tooRead more Leading questionsI have a 15-year-old son and he is at that typical dreadful teenager stage filled with attitude, disrespectful behaviour and is just horrid. Despite being his mother, I hate him. I can’t stand to be around him and because of this I’m suffering from depression. Being his mother is the absolute worst experience.How can I cope with the disgusting feelings I’m having about being a mother?In Australia, Lifeline offers 24/7 crisis support available on 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at www.befrienders.org.In Australia, the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732. In the US, the domestic violence hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233); in the UK, visit https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ or call 0808 2000 247 (24 hours), or visit womansaid.co.uk Continu...

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9 h. ago Body found on motorway as cops lock down road amid separate crash nearby

The body was discovered between two junctions while emergency services were also called to a "serious" crash between a different junction and another motorway.

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