3 d. ago Thousands of men with prostate cancer to benefit from life extending drug that can be taken at home

Thousands of men with advanced prostate cancer in England are set to benefit from a life-extending drug that can be taken at home after it was given the go-ahead for NHS use.

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7 d. ago Australia’s largest coal power plant to operate for an additional two years which green groups say is a ‘disaster’

Life of Eraring power station in Lake Macquarie extended to April 2029, Origin Energy saysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s largest coal-fired power plant, Eraring in New South Wales, will stay open for an additional two years until 2029, amid concerns about the national energy grid’s ability to satisfy demand.The operator of the plant in Lake Macquarie, Origin Energy, had previously agreed a deal with the state government to delay Eraring’s closure from 2025 to August 2027. While the state environment minister said the new extension would contribute to NSW’s emissions reductions, climate advocates described it as a “disaster”. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Australia’s largest coal power plant to operate an extra two years to support national grid

Life of Eraring power station in Lake Macquarie extended to April 2029, Origin Energy saysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s largest coal-fired power plant, Eraring, will stay open for an extra two years until 2029, amid concerns about the national energy grid’s ability to support demand ahead of the station’s planned retirement.The operator of the plant in Lake Macquarie, Origin Energy, had previously agreed a deal with the New South Wales government to extend Eraring’s closure from 2025 to August 2027. While the state environment minister said the new extension would contribute to NSW’s emissions reductions, climate advocates described it as a “disaster” for emissions targets. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Coronation Street legend given 'job for life' as contract extended

Coronation Street has been on the air for over 65 years - and Ken Barlow actor William Roache has been there since the very first episode. He is now due to continue to play the role as long as possible.

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1 week ago Surprising health benefit discovered for people with red hair

Researchers at Spain's National Museum of Natural Sciences have discovered an unlikely health benefit for people with naturally red hair.

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2 w. ago Hitting the sleep ‘sweet spot’ could add FOUR YEARS to your life, scientists discover

SLEEPING seven hours per night might add years to your life. A study found people who do not get enough kip were 24 per cent less likely to die young. Analysis by health insurer Vitality and the London School of Economics estimated healthy bedtime habits could extend life expectancy by up to four years. But...

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3 w. ago 'You are my life': Sir David and Victoria Beckham extend the biggest olive branch yet to their estranged son Brooklyn in emotional New Year's Eve post as former footballer pays tribute to his family

In what appears to be another attempt to resolve their ongoing estrangement, the former Manchester United footballer included Brooklyn in his latest round-up of family photos.

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3 w. ago 'You are my life': Sir David Beckham extends the biggest olive branch yet to estranged son Brooklyn as former footballer pays tribute to his family in emotional New Year's Eve post

In what appears to be another attempt to resolve their ongoing estrangement, the former Manchester United footballer included Brooklyn in his latest round-up of family photos.

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4 w. ago Nadia Sawalha's heartbreak as her best friend dies aged just 39: How the Loose Women star fought tirelessly to reverse a 'brutal' block on pioneering cancer drug for the 'powerhouse' mother

Nadia Sawalha shared her heartbreak following the death of her friend after fighting to reverse a block on a cancer drug that could have extended her life.

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