The beloved British discount chain Bodycare has collapsed into administration, threatening the future of 48 stores and hundreds of jobs across the UK, in the latest blow to the struggling retail sector.
UK retailer Bodycare, known for its discount health and beauty products, has collapsed into administration, putting hundreds of jobs at risk and triggering a wave of store closures across England and Northern Ireland.
Exclusive: Local authorities across the UK are exploring controversial bans on smoking in public spaces like high streets, beaches, and parks. Discover which areas are leading the charge.
New UK research establishes a direct causal link between fine particulate air pollution and the accelerated development of Lewy body dementia, a debilitating neurological disease, adding to the growing health crisis attributed to dirty air.
California health officials urge residents to resume mask-wearing in public indoor spaces as COVID-19 hospitalisations spike across the state. Latest data shows significant increase in cases.
The UK is launching a major expansion of school immunisation programmes, with over 180 new vaccination centres to be established in schools across England. This initiative targets teenagers for crucial vaccines against meningitis, HPV, diphtheria, tetanus
A controversial public mural depicting full-frontal nudity in downtown Oakland has ignited a fierce debate about art, public decency, and community standards in the California city.
The US Centers for Disease Control issues a Level 1 travel health notice for China as mosquito-borne chikungunya virus cases surge. Health experts warn of potential global spread and symptoms.
Former President Donald Trump has pledged to strip federal funding from public broadcasters NPR and PBS if he wins a second term, reigniting his longstanding battle with perceived media bias.
The Australian Government issues a stark warning for travellers to Bali as widespread protests in Indonesia threaten major disruptions, including potential airport closures and violent demonstrations. Essential reading for anyone planning a trip.
As Brits fire up the grill for the late summer bank holiday, health experts issue a stark warning about the hidden dangers of sausages, bacon, and burgers, linking them to serious chronic diseases.
Exclusive: The NHS faces a critical shortage of the enhanced flu vaccine, prioritising vulnerable groups and leaving millions of women and children with limited protection this winter. Health officials issue stark warning.
A damning report reveals that UK government ministers are sidelining expert scientific advice, leading to flawed policies on critical issues from public health to climate change. Leading experts warn this approach is damaging public trust and decision-mak
Groundbreaking research from the US uncovers a disturbing link between river proximity and dramatically lower life expectancy, raising urgent questions for UK public health and urban planning.
Greg Jackson, founder of Octopus Energy, takes on a pivotal Cabinet Office role to shape the UK's future energy strategy, leveraging his industry expertise to drive green policy and consumer-focused reforms.
A major UK beauty retailer is preparing to appoint administrators, threatening the future of 130 high street stores and over 1,500 employees in a devastating blow to the sector.
Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.
A mother's refusal to give up her bus seat for an elderly passenger ignites a fiery discussion about modern parenting, public transport etiquette, and whether traditional courtesy rules need updating. Her viral story challenges societal expectations.
Medical professionals warn of a hidden epidemic as cannabis addiction cases surge across Britain. New data reveals alarming rates of dependency and mental health impacts.
A simple request to remove a dog from a UK restaurant has ignited a fiery nationwide debate. Discover the divided public opinion, the owner's defence, and what this reveals about Britain's evolving social norms regarding pets in public spaces.
Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.
Groundbreaking research from the American Heart Association warns that salt-based nicotine vapes cause alarming blood pressure spikes, posing serious cardiovascular risks to users.
Fox News host Pete Hegseth has been abruptly dismissed from a key Pentagon advisory board after making unauthorised comments on US policy towards Iran, sparking debate over political influence in defence intelligence.
A temporary receptionist in Melbourne faces legal repercussions after fabricating her entire resume to secure a position at a prestigious financial advisory firm, sparking a major debate on employment fraud.
Botswana, a former HIV success story, faces a devastating new health emergency threatening to reverse decades of progress and push its population towards extinction.
Miami and South Florida endure a brutal heatwave with record-breaking 'feels like' temperatures exceeding 110°F (43°C), triggering urgent health warnings from the National Weather Service.
A major international health scare is underway after a traveller diagnosed with the world's most contagious disease passed through a Washington DC-area airport. UK health authorities are now on high alert, urgently tracing potential contacts and assessing
US health officials issue a stark warning as a rare bacterial infection, likened to a 'flesh-eating' disease, shows a worrying surge in the Northeast, prompting urgent investigation.
Health officials issue urgent warning as cases of the potentially lethal Valley Fever, caused by inhaling fungal spores from disturbed soil, surge across California. Experts link the rise to climate conditions and call for increased public awareness.
A patient in California has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, the medieval disease that caused the Black Death, after being bitten by an infected flea while on vacation. Health officials are on high alert.