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Blue mutant dogs discovered in Chernobyl zone

Exclusive research reveals startling discovery of dogs with unique blue-black fur roaming Chernobyl's radioactive wasteland, offering new insights into long-term radiation effects on mammals.

Nuclear test veterans take government to court over health

British nuclear test veterans and their descendants are launching legal action against the Ministry of Defence, demanding recognition and compensation for health issues they believe stem from radiation exposure during Cold War experiments.

Biden Reveals Prostate Cancer Radiation Treatment

US President Joe Biden reveals he's undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer while maintaining full presidential duties. Exclusive details on his treatment timeline and health outlook.

Earth's magnetic field develops growing weak spot

Scientists discover a rapidly expanding weak spot in Earth's protective magnetic shield over South America and the South Atlantic, raising concerns about satellite failures and radiation exposure.

Sunbed Ban Debate: Health Freedom vs Government Control

As calls grow to ban sunbeds over cancer concerns, a deeper question emerges about how far the state should go in protecting us from ourselves. This healthcare dilemma pits personal freedom against public health priorities.

UK explores controversial sun-blocking geoengineering

Exclusive: The UK government is quietly investigating controversial solar radiation management technologies, including stratospheric aerosol injection, as a potential emergency response to climate change, the Independent can reveal.

Mel Gibson Brands RFK Jr 'Human Microwave' in Bizarre Claim

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been branded with the bizarre new moniker 'Human Microwave' by actor Mel Gibson, who claims the presidential candidate emits radiation that interferes with electronics. The extraordinary claims add to Kennedy's history of controv

UK proposes ban on energy drinks for under-16s

The UK government is considering a nationwide ban on the sale of energy drinks to children under 16, citing serious health risks including heart problems, obesity, and behavioural issues linked to high caffeine and sugar content.

ChatGPT's dangerous A&E advice shocks medical experts

Exclusive: A UK man's shocking experience with ChatGPT's medical advice raises serious concerns about AI safety and the future of healthcare guidance. Experts warn against relying on AI for critical health decisions.

32 Terrifying Ways Rogue AI Could Destroy Humanity

A chilling report from leading AI safety experts outlines 32 catastrophic scenarios where artificial intelligence could spiral out of human control, from engineered pandemics to total societal collapse.

South Korea Debunks Viral Alcohol Weight Loss Myth

South Korean health authorities have issued a stark warning against a dangerous viral social media trend claiming that consuming a specific high-alcohol cocktail after a high-fat meal promotes weight loss, debunking it as a serious health risk.

Toddler's CT scan overdose leads to £13.5m settlement

A Minnesota family has been awarded $16.7 million after their toddler suffered permanent brain damage from a CT scan that administered a radiation overdose 60 times the normal level at a Minneapolis children's hospital.

'Vampire Facelift' Horror: Scalp Necrosis Warning

Exclusive medical warning issued after a woman suffers a horrific hole in her scalp from a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) 'vampire facial' procedure. Experts reveal the critical dangers of unregulated cosmetic treatments.

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