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Simple urine test detects early signs of lung cancer

Scientists have created a new urine test which could indicate the first signs of lung cancer. The majority of cases of lung cancer in England are diagnosed at later stages, meaning the disease can be harder to treat.

Lords: vaccine taskforce vital before next pandemic

Britain needs a \"peacetime vaccine task force\" to prepare for the next pandemic, ministers have been warned amid concerns that the government could forget the lessons of Covid-19.

Grace period for refugees in Home Office hotels doubled

Refugees living in Home Office hotels will be given twice as long to find somewhere new before they are evicted, The Independent has learnt.

Reclusive parents buried toddler in their garden after failing to seek medical help

A reclusive couple who buried their three-year-old son's body in their back garden after failing to seek medical help when he became ill have been found guilty of causing or allowing his death. Abiyah Yasharahyalah's skeletal remains were discovered by the police in December 2022 at his parents’ home in Handsworth, Birmingham.

Drivers warned over floods as UK set for 80mph winds

Motorists are being urged not to drive through floodwater amid warnings of heavy rain and 80mph winds set to batter large swathes of the UK over the coming days.

What does abolishing the controversial Legacy Act mean for Northern Ireland?

Without I anyone much noticing, the government is to abolish one of the most controversial pieces of legislation passed by the last government: the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, commonly called the Legacy Act.

Barely a spare bed in NHS, warn nurses as flu crisis hits

NHS leaders have warned hospitals are \"busier than ever\" for this time of year, as new figures show the number of people in hospital with flu is four times higher than in the same period last year.

Prioritise EU ties over deals with US, voters tell Starmer

Voters believe the UK should prioritise its relationship with Europe over the US, a poll has revealed, as concern grows about the re-election of Donald Trump.

Shaken, not stirred: Labour 'reset' gets muted response

Sir Keir Starmer attempted to relaunch his struggling government yesterday with a new set of six \"milestones\" aimed at persuading voters he is making progress.

What's Next For Britain's Rail Network And Its Passengers?

The rather dry-sounding Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Act 2024 has received royal assent and is thus now law.

Millions Will Have Long Wait For Obesity Jab, NHS Warns

Fewer than 10 per cent of patients in England who are eligible for what has been dubbed the "King Kong of weight loss drugs" will initially be able to access it on the health service.

Hundreds Of Alerts In Deaths Linked To Antidepressants

Hundreds of alerts have been made to the UK's medicines regulator over deaths linked to antidepressants taken by Thomas Kingston in the weeks before he took his own life.

Afghan Heroes Beg To Enter UK As Russia Offers Way Out

Afghans forced into hiding in Iran after fighting shoulder-toshoulder with UK troops against the Taliban have urged Sir Keir Starmer to bring them to safety urgently after months of delays.

'People get blackballed if they speak out in showbiz'

Rebecca Ferguson won the hearts of the nation in 2010 with her soulful voice on 'The X Factor' but was then overworked and overwhelmed. She tells Helen Brown about that time, a new Christmas song - and the 'young, innocent' Liam Payne

South Korean crisis is the last thing the West needs

Those who follow developments on the Korean peninsula and that part of Asia will know that the crisis that erupted in the middle of Europe’s Tuesday afternoon did not come out of nowhere.

Starmer is in real danger of 'resetting' himself up to fail

When Keir Starmer unveils his “plan for change” today, he will insist he is totally committed to public sector reform.

Games Workshop blasts its way onto the FTSE in style.

Games Workshop’s space marines and chaos lords exploding their way into the FTSE 100? It sounds like a fantasy to those of us who painted its miniatures (badly, in my case) back when they were made of lead and the hobby was a minority – even underground – pursuit.

Talisman De Bruyne finally ends City's losing streak

Manchester City do still have a chance of winning the Premier League title this season, despite what everyone will tell you. That chance is Kevin De Bruyne.

Bottas is ready for his final race after 'toughest of rides'

The Finn will drive his snail-paced Sauber for the last time in Abu Dhabi. After 12 years in F1, he is without a full-time seat next season. But, as he tells Kieran Jackson, he has no regrets

Toons tough it out for late equaliser in six-goal thriller

And breathe. After 90 minutes of rollicking, rumbustious entertainment, amid his frustration, Arne Slot could at least console himself with the sense he was vindicated in one respect.

Arsenal win from set-pieces to narrow the title race gap

A turn of Jurrien Timber’s head, and maybe a first real twist in the title race. Arsenal’s 2-0 win followed enough twists on the night itself.

'Amtrak Joe' praises African rail project on Angola trip

Even in the waning days of his presidency and thousands of miles from home, US president Joe Biden is finding ways to celebrate trains.

Healthcare CEO shot in US had received threats from angry customers, wife says

A manhunt is underway after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot dead yesterday morning in what cops described as a “brazen targeted attack” outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan.

Motion filed to impeach South Korean president

South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment proceedings over his short-lived bid to impose martial law, which brought chaos to Seoul and has been condemned as insurrectionary behaviour” by opposition parties.

no-confidence Barnier loses vote as government falls

Opposition parties cooperate to topple the French PM and his administration, the first such vote in more than 60 years

Exposed: multibillion-dollar money laundering system used by criminals and spies

A multibillion-dollar money laundering network run by two Russian millionaires and used by UK drug dealers to hide criminal cash has been brought down in an international sting.

Trans pool star to challenge competition ban in court

A transgender pool champion is taking legal action against one of the sport's governing bodies in England after she was banned from playing in women's tournaments.

Third nuclear age almost here, military chief warns

The world stands at the dawn of a “third nuclear age” in which Britain is threatened by multiple dilemmas, the head of the armed forces has warned.

Army would last one year in a major war, minister warns

The entire British army would be destroyed in about six months to a year in a major war, a defence minister has warned.

Starmer to promise a bobby neighbourhood for every

Sir Keir Starmer will today refresh a pre-election pledge to restore policing to Britain’s streets as he tries to relaunch his government just five months after winning the election.