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Surgeon suspended for leaving patient during op for phone call

A consultant urologist at Royal Cornwall Hospital has been suspended for 12 months after abandoning a patient during surgery to answer a personal mobile call. The Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service found Dr. Omer Karim guilty of serious misconduct.

Midwife Sues NHS Over Toxic WhatsApp Bullying by Colleagues

A senior midwife is taking legal action against the NHS after enduring a vicious bullying campaign through a toxic WhatsApp group created by her own colleagues, leading to her dismissal from Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust.

Cornwall's tourist numbers hit lowest point in a decade

Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.

Queen Letizia's chic blue outfit for school visits

Spain's Queen Letizia stuns in a sophisticated blue ensemble as she marks the new academic year with school visits in Madrid, offering a masterclass in royal style and public engagement.

Royal Butler: Meghan's 'Starring Role' Made Split Inevitable

Princess Diana's former butler, Paul Burrell, gives explosive interview claiming Meghan Markle's Hollywood-driven approach to royal life made fracture with Prince Harry inevitable. Royal expert reveals behind-the-palace-doors perspective.

Hero Mechanic Killed on A30 While Helping Stranded Motorist

A dedicated roadside recovery mechanic, Lee Stevens, has been tragically killed on the A30 in Cornwall after being struck by a vehicle while helping a stranded motorist. The incident has sparked a police investigation and left the local community in mourn

NHS Crisis: League Tables Expose UK's Worst Hospitals

Exclusive analysis of NHS performance data uncovers a stark postcode lottery in hospital care across Britain, with several trusts ranking as the worst in the country for key treatment targets and A&E waits.

NHS Shame List: UK's Worst Hospitals Revealed

A damning new NHS league table reveals the UK's worst hospitals for patient care, with Shrewsbury and Telford, and Blackpool Victoria among those named and shamed for dangerously long waits and safety concerns.

Royal Rift: Anne and Andrew's 'Polar Opposite' Childhoods

A shocking new royal biography uncovers the starkly different upbringings of Princess Anne and Prince Andrew, revealing a deep-seated sibling rivalry and favouritism within the Royal Family that shaped their contrasting personalities.

Shark Scare Sparks Panic at Cornwall Beach

Beachgoers at a popular Cornwall spot were sent scrambling for safety after a suspected shark was spotted cruising just metres from the shore. The dramatic incident unfolded during a busy afternoon, prompting a swift emergency response.

Retired Teacher Wins £3m Cornish Mansion in Omaze Draw

A retired physics teacher from Gloucestershire has become the multi-millionaire owner of a stunning coastal mansion in Cornwall, complete with a private beach, after winning the latest Omaze million pound house draw.

Surgeon Probe After Patients Need Legs Amputated

A major investigation is underway into orthopaedic surgeon Neil Hopper after several patients suffered catastrophic outcomes, including leg amputations, following what should have been routine operations at hospitals in Kent.

NHS Rolls Out 'Martha's Rule' For Patient Safety

The NHS is implementing 'Martha's Rule' nationwide, giving patients and families the right to an urgent second opinion if their condition deteriorates, following the tragic death of 13-year-old Martha Mills.

Rare Whale Dies After Cornwall Stranding Tragedy

A desperate race against time to save a rare Cuvier's beaked whale on a Cornish beach ended in tragedy, as rescuers were unable to move the distressed animal to safety. The incident has sparked an important conversation about marine wildlife strandings.

Martha's Rule Now Active in Every English Hospital

In a major victory for patient safety, Martha's Rule is now fully operational across all acute NHS hospitals in England, giving families a direct lifeline to a rapid review if their concerns are not being heard.

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