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NHS delays push patients to private scans from £300

Frustrated by long NHS waits, Brits are turning to private scanning services like Scan.com for faster health checks. Prices start at £300, with no GP referral needed. Learn how people are taking control of their wellbeing.

New Space Race Risks Exporting Old Politics to the Moon

As nations and corporations rush back to the Moon, a new Guardian analysis warns we risk exporting Earth's rivalries and unsustainable politics into space. Read why the future of lunar exploration needs new rules.

Cancer patients pay privately as NHS misses targets

Soaring numbers of UK cancer patients are using savings or private insurance for chemotherapy due to NHS waiting lists. New data reveals an alarming trend as key NHS cancer targets are missed. Read the full investigation.

Private parking tickets hit record 15.9 million

Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, costing drivers up to £4.4m daily. A long-awaited Code of Practice is delayed, as firms face accusations of unfair practices.

China launches emergency space rescue mission

China launches uncrewed Shenzhou 22 spacecraft on emergency mission to rescue three astronauts stranded at Tiangong space station after window damage. Read the full story.

Labour to impose VAT on private school fees

Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.

China's astronauts host first space barbecue in orbit

Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station have successfully tested a revolutionary electric oven, cooking meals including grilled fish and beef in zero gravity - a major advancement for long-duration space missions.

Chinese Space Station Dodges Space Junk Threat

Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station performed emergency manoeuvres to avoid collision with space debris, highlighting the escalating danger of orbital junk threatening global space operations.

Trump Backs Billionaire Isaacman for NASA Role

Exclusive: Donald Trump plans to nominate Jared Isaacman, the billionaire behind historic private space missions, to lead NASA in a dramatic shake-up of America's space programme.

Medieval Tower Falls as Satellite Reaches Orbit

From the dramatic collapse of a historic medieval tower in Europe to the successful orbital deployment of a new satellite, today's visual news captures moments of loss and technological achievement.

NASA: Astronaut's DNA changed after year in space

Exclusive: NASA astronaut Scott Kelly experienced fundamental DNA changes during his record-breaking year aboard the International Space Station, reveals groundbreaking twin study with earthbound brother Mark.

Interstellar Visitor 3I-ATLAS Approaches Sun Today

A mysterious interstellar object designated 3I-ATLAS is making its closest approach to the Sun today, leaving astronomers worldwide scrambling to study this rare visitor from beyond our solar system.

DREO Space Heater Review: Beat Winter Chill

Discover how DREO space heaters are revolutionising home heating with cutting-edge technology, safety features and energy efficiency. Our comprehensive review reveals which models deliver the best value for beating the British winter.

Mysterious Interstellar Object Baffles Scientists

Scientists are baffled by the strange behaviour of interstellar comet 3I Atlas as it approaches Earth, with some experts suggesting it could be an artificial object of extraterrestrial origin.

1950s British UFO Mystery Finally Solved

Newly uncovered documents reveal startling details about a mysterious 1950s space phenomenon that had British scientists and military officials completely stumped for decades.

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.

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