GP Crisis Sends Millions to A&E for Minor Ailments
Millions overwhelm A&Es with blocked noses and hiccups due to GP appointment waits. Experts urge use of pharmacies and NHS 111 to ease strain on emergency care.
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NHS Data Shows Rise in A&E Visits for Common Complaints
New NHS England data shows a consistent five-year increase in A&E attendance for issues like abdominal pain and backache. Discover the full figures and what they mean for the health service.
Corridor Care 'Normalised' in NHS Amid 16,600 Deaths
A leading medic warns of 'howls of outrage' over deaths linked to long A&E waits as corridor care becomes standard across UK hospitals. Read the urgent call for action.
DWP updates rules for home visits to benefit claimants
The DWP has detailed its rules for staff conducting home visits to vulnerable benefit claimants. Learn what triggers a visit and how the process works.
DWP Home Visits: Who Gets In-Person Benefit Help?
The DWP can arrange home visits to help vulnerable claimants with benefit applications. Find out who qualifies and how the support visit system works.
NHS Lists Gravy Burns as Leading Cause of Christmas A&E Visits
Health chiefs urge festive caution as gravy burns, ladder falls, and e-scooter injuries add pressure to overwhelmed A&E departments. Learn how to stay safe this Christmas.
Trump's DoJ Releases Epstein Files on Deadline
The US Justice Department has published thousands of documents from the Jeffrey Epstein investigations. Explore the details and political fallout of this long-awaited release.
15 Injured in San Francisco Cable Car Emergency
A San Francisco cable car's sudden stop on California Street injured 15 people, prompting a major emergency response. Two were taken to hospital immediately.
NHS A&Es overwhelmed by minor ailments as winter pressure hits
Health chiefs warn England's emergency departments are swamped by thousands of non-urgent cases like hiccups and blocked noses, with junior doctor strikes set to worsen the winter crisis. Learn how to use NHS services wisely.
NHS: 200,000 'Unnecessary' A&E Trips for Minor Ailments
NHS England reveals over 200,000 people visited A&E for minor issues like itchy skin and ingrown toenails last winter. Health Secretary urges public to use GPs and pharmacies instead.
Vets: Thanksgiving Foods Are Deadly for UK Pets
Veterinarians issue a stark warning to UK pet owners this festive season. Over half of dogs eat dangerous holiday foods, leading to emergency vet visits. Learn which common items are toxic.
NHS 'Please Don't Visit' Warning Over Winter Bug
The NHS issues a urgent plea: avoid hospitals if you've had vomiting or diarrhoea within 48 hours as norovirus cases surge. Protect vulnerable patients and healthcare services.
US Education Department dismantled amid staff outrage
Trump administration transfers key education programmes to other agencies as staff describe complete loss of morale and chaotic working conditions. Read the full investigation.
US Education Dept Dismantled as Trump Pushes Closure
The Trump administration is accelerating its plan to shut down the US Education Department, transferring major grant programmes to other agencies. Discover the implications.
FEMA Acting Chief Departs After 6 Months
FEMA's acting chief, David Richardson, has left his post after only six months, marking further instability at the US disaster response agency. Discover the implications.
75% of Gen Z choose art galleries over nightclubs
A new study reveals 75% of Gen Z would rather visit an art gallery than go clubbing. Discover how Samsung's Frame TV is making art accessible to all.
Justice Dept Sues Georgia Over 2020 Election
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Georgia, alleging discriminatory voting practices during the 2020 elections. Discover the details and implications.
Sewage spill floods Perth hospital in suspected sabotage
A disgruntled patient is suspected of sabotaging a Perth hospital, causing a sewage spill that flooded the emergency department. Discover the full story and its impact on patient care.
White House reopens public tours after 4-year hiatus
The iconic White House public tours have officially resumed, welcoming visitors back to explore the historic residence's grand ballroom and state rooms for the first time since pandemic closures began.
DOJ Finds Systemic Racism in Minneapolis and Phoenix Police
A landmark investigation reveals Minneapolis and Phoenix police departments engaged in systemic discrimination against Black and minority communities, following George Floyd's murder.
FBI exposes civil rights abuses by Mississippi police
A federal investigation reveals disturbing patterns of excessive force and rights violations by Jackson police officers, prompting urgent Department of Justice intervention.
Trump Justice Dept faces £230m legal claims over targeting
Explosive legal filings reveal the US Justice Department faces massive compensation claims from individuals who allege they were wrongfully prosecuted for political reasons during Trump's presidency.
NHS Reveals Essential Pre-Appointment Checklist
The NHS has revealed crucial steps patients need to take before medical appointments to ensure they receive the best possible care and avoid wasting precious time.
Delta flight emergency after slide detaches mid-air
A Delta Airlines flight from New York to Los Angeles made an emergency return after an emergency slide detached from the aircraft shortly after takeoff, prompting aviation safety concerns.
Eastern Airways flight declares emergency over UK
A dramatic mid-air emergency unfolded as an Eastern Airways flight declared an emergency while flying over the UK, prompting a major response from emergency services and raising serious safety concerns.
US evacuates citizens as Hurricane Melissa slams Jamaica
The US State Department launches emergency evacuation flights for American tourists stranded in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa unleashes catastrophic flooding and 140mph winds across the Caribbean.
Boeing 777's emergency plunge forces Turkey landing
A United Airlines Boeing 777 carrying 273 passengers experienced a severe mid-air emergency, plummeting dramatically before making an emergency landing in Turkey. Exclusive details reveal the terrifying moments aboard Flight UA959.
Kate Bryan: How to Love Art Without the Intimidation
Discover how art curator Kate Bryan is dismantling cultural barriers with her new book 'How to Love Art', making galleries accessible to everyone through practical tips and infectious enthusiasm.
Northern Ireland Food Recall Over Pesticide Contamination
A major agricultural emergency has unfolded in Northern Ireland as pesticide contamination forces the recall of multiple food products, with urgent cross-border cooperation underway between Belfast and Dublin authorities.
Delta flight engine failure sparks mid-air terror over Iceland
Passengers aboard a Delta Air Lines flight from Reykjavik to New York feared for their lives when an engine failure forced an emergency return to Iceland. Exclusive passenger accounts reveal the heart-stopping moments as the aircraft shuddered and plunged
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