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Ebola Outbreak Declared Pandemic in Congo

UK health authorities have escalated the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo to a full pandemic, triggering urgent lockdown protocols and travel advisories. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and containment strategies.

UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System

The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.

UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme

Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the

UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training

The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.

US's New Madrid Fault 'Overdue' for Catastrophic Quake

Geologists issue a stark warning that the New Madrid Seismic Zone, a massive fault line in the US heartland, is overdue for a potentially devastating earthquake that could reshape the landscape and affect millions.

US Congress moves to strip CDC of its power

A controversial new US bill, led by Republican senators, seeks to dismantle the CDC's authority to issue nationwide health mandates, sparking a fierce debate over federal power and pandemic response.

London's Meditation Surge: Healing After COVID

Discover how Londoners are turning to meditation and mindfulness to combat the lasting mental health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, with classes and apps seeing a record surge.

Joanne Froggatt's Gripping New NHS Drama 'Breathtaking' on ITV

Joanne Froggatt stars in 'Breathtaking,' ITV's powerful new medical drama based on a real doctor's memoir, revealing the brutal truths and heart-wrenching decisions faced by NHS staff during the COVID-19 crisis. Coming soon to ITV1 and ITVX.

Trump Accuses Big Pharma of COVID Cover-Up in Debate

In a fiery debate revelation, Donald Trump accuses pharmaceutical giants of a COVID-19 cover-up, vowing to force transparency on the pandemic's origins if re-elected. RFK Jr. backs the claim, igniting a new political firestorm.

Inside Jim O'Neill's Radical Transformation of the CDC

Exclusive insight into the CDC's dramatic overhaul under Jim O'Neill. Discover the radical reforms, internal dissent, and the high-stakes mission to redefine American public health for the 21st century.

Thailand Offers FREE Flights to UK Tourists

In a groundbreaking move, Thailand is offering free domestic flights to international tourists, including Brits, to revitalise its pandemic-hit tourism sector and disperse travellers beyond major hubs.

White House Accused of Meddling in CDC COVID Reports

Explosive internal emails show Trump administration officials pressured the CDC to alter scientific reports on COVID-19 to align with the former President's downplayed narrative of the pandemic, according to a congressional investigation.

Trump Accuses Ex-CDC Chief of 'Treason' Over Vaccine Claims

Former President Donald Trump launches a furious tirade against ex-CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield, accusing him of 'treason' for suggesting Trump wanted to delay the Covid vaccine until after the 2020 election. The explosive claims have ignited a politi

Wales sees first population dip in 170 years, ONS reveals

Exclusive ONS data reveals Wales's population fell for the first time since the 1850s, while England's West Midlands became the fastest-growing region outside London, signalling a major post-pandemic demographic shift.

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