Women dying too early because heart disease 'seen as male issue'
The Guardian|September 25, 2024
Thousands of women are dying from heart disease worldwide because of the misconception that it is a "man's disease", doctors have warned.
Andrew Gregor

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the "number one killer" of women but, despite significant progress in its medical management, many are dying unnecessarily because they are underdiagnosed, undertreated and under-represented in clinical trials, the experts say.

A consensus statement drawn up by 33 leading health professionals affiliated with the British Cardiovascular Society aims to address unmet needs, ensuring parity of care and improving the health outcomes of women with CVD in Britain and worldwide.

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The day after Ceasefire seals defeat of Tehran's 'axis of resistance' - for now
The Guardian

The day after Ceasefire seals defeat of Tehran's 'axis of resistance' - for now

The ceasefire that, barring a major last-minute problem, is due to come into force on Sunday will cement massive changes across the Middle East and may seal a significant defeat for Islamist militant groups that for years have been powerful actors in the region.

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January 17, 2025
Mitoma and Rutter end Brighton's winless run to stall Ipswich progress
The Guardian

Mitoma and Rutter end Brighton's winless run to stall Ipswich progress

A first league win in nine for Brighton and the latest hard truth for Ipswich.

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January 17, 2025
The Guardian

Meta's UK staff 'concerned and let down' by new policies, says union

UK staff at Facebook's owner, Meta, feel \"concerned\" and \"let down\" about its decision to scrap fact-checkers and end diversity, equity and inclusion programmes, the trade union representing tech workers has warned the company.

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January 17, 2025
Blue Origin 'mega-rocket' achieves lift-off in challenge to Musk's SpaceX
The Guardian

Blue Origin 'mega-rocket' achieves lift-off in challenge to Musk's SpaceX

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket blasted off from Florida yesterday on its first mission to space.

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January 17, 2025
Urgent review to be held into grooming gangs
The Guardian

Urgent review to be held into grooming gangs

Yvette Cooper announced an urgent national review of the scale of grooming gangs along with a series of other new measures to tackle them, in a significant shift of approach yesterday following intense political pressure.

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January 17, 2025
The Guardian

Pressure on Reeves eases as economy returns to growth in November

The UK economy grew by just 0.1% in November, which was weaker than expected but eased some pressure on Rachel Reeves after it contracted in the previous month.

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January 17, 2025
We are living on our nerves' Palestinians pin hopes on speedy release of loved ones
The Guardian

We are living on our nerves' Palestinians pin hopes on speedy release of loved ones

Families of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails are eagerly awaiting their release following a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel that could liberate hundreds of detainees.

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January 17, 2025
'Bombing hasn't stopped' Anxious wait in the cold as airstrikes continue
The Guardian

'Bombing hasn't stopped' Anxious wait in the cold as airstrikes continue

A mid continuing airstrikes, bitter cold and news of delays, millions of people in Gaza were waiting anxiously yesterday for confirmation that the ceasefire for hostages deal between Hamas and Israel was going ahead.

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January 17, 2025
Who deserves the credit? Biden praises his team but Trump says win is his
The Guardian

Who deserves the credit? Biden praises his team but Trump says win is his

Biden praises his team - but Trump says win is his

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January 17, 2025
Trading with Trump EU will need carrot and stick to take on tariffs
The Guardian

Trading with Trump EU will need carrot and stick to take on tariffs

If there is one thing the EU knows about Donald Trump, it is that he loves tariffs.

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January 17, 2025