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NHS waiting lists hit record 7.57 million

New figures reveal NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.57 million, with patients facing agonising delays for specialist care. Experts warn the crisis is far from over.

Woman murdered after 13 ignored 999 calls

A woman was brutally murdered by her ex-partner despite making 13 frantic 999 calls to police in the weeks before her death. An investigation reveals shocking failures in the response.

NHS: Call 999 for These Stroke Symptoms

The NHS has issued a critical warning about stroke symptoms, urging people to call 999 immediately if they experience sudden confusion, facial drooping, or arm weakness. Learn the signs and act fast to save lives.

Junior doctors' strikes erode public goodwill

As junior doctors stage their longest-ever strike, public patience wears thin amid record NHS waiting lists and cancelled operations. Experts warn the profession risks losing its privileged status.

UK driving test delays hit record highs

Learner drivers across the UK face unprecedented waiting times for driving tests, with delays stretching up to six months in some areas. The DVSA blames a surge in demand and examiner shortages.

5-month waits for UK driving tests spark crisis

New drivers across the UK are struggling to book driving tests, with waiting times stretching up to five months due to severe backlogs. Experts warn the delays could worsen without urgent action.

Disturbing 999 call released after baby stops breathing

A harrowing 999 call captures the desperate moments as parents and emergency services fight to save a baby who stopped breathing. The operator's calm guidance proved crucial in the life-or-death situation.

Turkey wildfires spread amid extreme heatwave

Emergency crews in Turkey are fighting multiple wildfires as soaring temperatures and strong winds fuel the flames. Key areas near Bursa and Ankara are under threat.

Man rescued from tracks before train arrival

A man was miraculously rescued from railway tracks after collapsing just moments before a train was due to pass. Bystanders and emergency services worked swiftly to save his life in a heart-stopping operation.

Starmer unveils radical NHS overhaul plan

Labour leader Keir Starmer pledges sweeping NHS reforms, promising to cut waiting times and boost staffing if elected. Experts weigh in on the ambitious plan.

UK Couple Could Die in Afghan Prison, Son Warns

The son of a British couple detained in Afghanistan reveals their dire conditions—malnourished, shackled, and suffering convulsions—as he warns their situation is worsening and they may not survive.

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