Obesity Chief: Offer Women Smaller Restaurant Portions
The head of the Government's obesity programme suggests restaurants offer smaller meal options, with 25% less food, to better suit women's calorie needs. Read the debate.
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Pregnancy diet smell linked to child obesity risk
New research suggests the smell of fatty foods like bacon during pregnancy could predispose children to obesity. Learn about the study's findings and the implications for maternal nutrition.
West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart
New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.
UK Food Labels Failing in Obesity Fight, Study Reveals
Groundbreaking research exposes how current food labelling systems are failing British consumers and contributing to rising obesity rates across the UK.
South Sudan food crisis deepens as WFP suspends aid
Critical food assistance suspended in South Sudan's Nasir county after devastating looting, leaving thousands facing starvation as humanitarian crisis deepens.
England's Obesity Crisis Worsens: New Data Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals England's escalating obesity epidemic with stark regional disparities and concerning patterns emerging across different demographic groups.
BBC One Show Cancelled Without Warning - Viewers Outraged
Furious BBC One Show fans demand answers as Friday night episode disappears without warning, replaced by Sports Personality of the Year rerun in scheduling shake-up.
Single COVID-flu jab confirmed for 2025 rollout
Millions in Britain to receive combined COVID-19 and influenza vaccine in major NHS vaccination programme overhaul starting autumn 2025.
Jamaica declares disaster over deepening food crisis
Jamaica declares state of emergency over food security as shortages threaten millions. Government implements radical measures including price controls and emergency imports to combat worsening crisis.
Judge Blocks Trump's Food Stamp Suspension
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's abrupt suspension of the SNAP programme, protecting millions of Americans from immediate food assistance cuts in a major legal setback for the White House.
Snap Benefits Discount Programme Shuts Down
Critical discount programme for low-income families using food delivery apps like Instacart and DoorDash has been terminated, leaving vulnerable households struggling amid cost of living crisis.
Trump's white South African refugee plan revealed
Former President Donald Trump reportedly considered creating a special refugee programme for white South Africans, claiming they face 'persecution' - a move that drew sharp criticism from human rights groups and political opponents.
NHS England launches winter vaccination blitz against triple threat
Health authorities in England have initiated an ambitious vaccination programme targeting COVID-19, flu and RSV to protect vulnerable populations during the challenging winter months.
Channel 5 axes 10 O'Clock News in schedule shake-up
Channel 5 has pulled the plug on its flagship 10 O'Clock News programme after just two years, with Dan Walker's show taking over the coveted time slot in dramatic schedule reshuffle.
BBC axes Radio Scotland's veteran news programme
The BBC faces backlash after cancelling one of Radio Scotland's longest-running news shows, sparking concerns about the corporation's obsession with younger audiences at the expense of loyal listeners.
US Obesity Rates Hit Record High Amid New Drug Hope
New CDC data reveals American obesity rates have hit unprecedented levels, while revolutionary GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound show promising results in combating the epidemic.
UK mpox cases surge as European outbreak spreads
Health officials issue urgent warning as mpox infections rise dramatically across the UK, with London becoming the epicentre of the new outbreak linked to European and US transmission patterns.
BBC's Space Documentary Reveals NASA's Dark Secrets
Christopher Stevens delivers a gripping review of the BBC's explosive new documentary revealing the dark secrets of NASA's early space programme - from institutional sexism to personal tragedies that haunted astronauts' families.
NHS forced to choose: Obesity crisis vs routine care
Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's growing obesity epidemic is pushing the NHS toward an impossible choice between routine care and weight-related treatments as waiting lists hit record highs.
Japan's HTV-X spacecraft docks with ISS in historic mission
Japan's next-generation HTV-X cargo spacecraft completes historic maiden voyage to the ISS, delivering vital supplies and marking a new era in space logistics with enhanced capabilities and reduced costs.
Illinois issues special licence plates to undocumented immigrants
Illinois launches groundbreaking programme allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain special licence plates while establishing a hotline to report federal immigration enforcement, sparking national debate over states' rights and immigration policy.
Chicago emergency over Texas migrant influx
Chicago faces a deepening humanitarian crisis as Texas governor Greg Abbott's migrant busing strategy strains city services, prompting emergency declarations and federal aid requests.
European Giants Form Alliance to Challenge SpaceX
A powerful European consortium led by Airbus, Leonardo and Thales is mounting a serious challenge to Elon Musk's SpaceX dominance in the satellite launch market, backed by significant EU investment.
Steph McGovern's BBC return with new show after axe
Popular presenter Steph McGovern is making a triumphant return to BBC television with a brand new programme, just months after her Channel 4 show Packed Lunch was unexpectedly cancelled.
Lyft Overhauls Loyalty Scheme for UK Riders
Ride-hailing giant Lyft has overhauled its rewards programme, making it easier for UK passengers to earn points towards free rides and unlock premium benefits with their everyday travel.
Obesity linked to 32 cancer types in shock study
Groundbreaking research from Lund University shows obesity significantly increases risk for numerous cancers including leukaemia, thyroid and breast cancer, with UK health experts calling for urgent action.
Obesity fuels 53% cancer surge in older adults
Groundbreaking research exposes how obesity has become the primary driver behind rising cancer rates in older adults, with stark warnings for UK healthcare systems.
World Cup Chaos: UK Fans Face US Entry Ban
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict US visa waiver requirements could prevent thousands of British football supporters from attending the 2026 World Cup matches in America. Discover the hidden travel barriers facing UK fans.
BBC to cancel Victoria Derbyshire show in major cuts
The BBC's Victoria Derbyshire programme faces cancellation as part of sweeping cuts to BBC Two's daytime schedule, leaving staff in turmoil and viewers facing significant changes to their daily programming.
Australia's Obesity Crisis: Fattest Suburbs Revealed
Groundbreaking research exposes Australia's alarming obesity divide, with detailed analysis revealing which suburbs are winning and losing the battle of the bulge.
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