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Wes Streeting: 'The NHS is broken' and needs major surgery

In a bombshell interview, Labour's Wes Streeting declares the NHS 'broken' and vows to confront tough truths, including the need for private sector help and a crackdown on 'sick note culture', to save the cherished institution.

Brits offered £4k to catch flu for Netflix reality show

UK volunteers are being recruited for a controversial Netflix reality show where they will be infected with flu in a secure facility for three weeks, receiving £4,000 and free meals. The project, run by a private company, has sparked a major ethical debat

Firm's 'Sickie Burnout' Competition Sparks Major Outrage

A Queensland company's controversial 'Sickie Burnout' competition, offering prizes for the most creative fake sick day excuses, has been condemned by unions and employers for encouraging workplace dishonesty and undermining genuine illness.

CDC's Daskalakis Takes Medical Leave Amid RFK Jr Probe

A senior US health official, Dr Demetre Daskalakis, has taken sudden medical leave, raising questions amidst a probe into his role in Robert F Kennedy Jr's health disclosure. The CDC has confirmed his temporary absence.

Ex-Stripper: 17 Priests Paid Me £273K As Sugar Baby

A former stripper turned secret sugar baby alleges she received over a quarter of a million pounds from 17 Catholic priests before her arrest. The scandal rocks the church as police investigate financial misconduct and hypocrisy claims.

Anastacia Announces 2025 UK & Ireland Tour

Pop icon Anastacia returns to the UK and Ireland for her first full-scale tour in over two decades, including a monumental show at London's OVO Arena Wembley following her historic sold-out performance in 2002.

Cornwall Pays You £200 To Holiday There!

Cornwall launches a groundbreaking initiative offering up to £200 for a holiday. Discover how to claim your 'reverse tourism' reward and explore its epic coastlines, charming villages, and world-class attractions.

UK Petition Demands Paid Menstrual Leave for Endometriosis

A landmark petition is calling on the UK government to introduce statutory paid leave for women suffering from severe period pain and conditions such as endometriosis, sparking a national debate on workplace equality and women's health.

Fired worker gets revenge by buying the restaurant

An Australian hospitality worker, sacked after his boss spotted him out on a sick day, exacted the ultimate revenge by purchasing the entire restaurant that fired him in a stunning turn of events.

FEMA Staff Forced on Leave After Challenging Trump Orders

Exclusive: A group of FEMA employees have been placed on administrative leave after writing a letter alleging they were instructed to carry out potentially unlawful directives from the Trump administration, The Guardian can reveal.

Gorka Marquez Relieved to Be Leaving Strictly Come Dancing

Exclusive: Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez reveals his relief at leaving the BBC show after eight glittering years, citing the intense pressure and recent behind-the-scenes controversies as key factors in his decision.

Boss's 'Disastrous' Sick Day Text Sparks Fury

An Australian manager's 'disastrous' response to an employee's sick day text has ignited a firestorm of criticism online, with thousands branding the reaction as toxic and unprofessional.

UK's 20 Highest-Paying Jobs Revealed for 2024

New data uncovers the top-earning careers in Britain, with chief executives and marketing directors leading the pack. Discover which roles offer the highest salaries and the qualifications you need to land them.

Mystery Dog Illness Strikes Venice Canals

A mysterious and potentially fatal illness is sickening dogs in Venice, California. Authorities are investigating the toxic algae-filled canals as the potential source, urging pet owners to keep their animals away from the water.

Christine McGuinness Quits Celebs Go Dating

Model and TV personality Christine McGuinness has announced her departure from E4's Celebs Go Dating, citing a desire to focus on her children and other projects. Get the full story on her exit.

Mums forced back to work days after birth

A disturbing report reveals new mothers in the UK are being pressured to return to work within days of childbirth due to inadequate maternity leave policies and financial strain.

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