‘I’m a doctor – here’s the one thing you should never get from the fish and chip shop’

Fish and chip shops are a British institution. There’s no denying we love ordering food from the chippy, whether the classic meal of cod and chips or some other variation such as haddock, pie, saveloy, sausage or even a veggie burger. In fact a YouGov survey from this year revealed that fish and chips is … Read more

Half of young children have low confidence due to imperfect teeth

Half of young children experience low confidence because of their imperfect teeth, according to research. A study, of 2,000 parents and children aged 4-11, revealed 84% feel less confident with their smile and credit their insecurity to missing teeth (20%), them not being “white” (20%), wonky (19%) or gappy (13%). But acclaimed British photographer Ian … Read more

King Charles health update: How long does cancer treatment last

King Charles delivers Easter public message after Kate’s health announcement A cancer doctor has revealed treatment for the disease can typically take as long as six months, depending on its severity, following King Charles’s latest health update. Buckingham Palace announced this evening that the King will return to frontline duties, starting as early as next Tuesday. … Read more

Hay fever ‘cure’ could spell the end of misery for millions – but not everyone can get it

Experts are calling for an innovative hay fever treatment that could spell the end of seasonal misery for millions to be made available to everyone across the UK. The breakthrough “cure” tackles the allergy itself and not just the symptoms, setting it aside from other treatments. A type of immunotherapy, it requires an ongoing course … Read more

Challengers’ erotic game of triples with Zendaya is an instant classic | Films | Entertainment

Challengers director Luca Guadagnino finally gives Zendaya the role her career has been aching for in his latest delve into erotic entanglements. Featuring the Dune star in her first top-billed role since 2021’s Malcolm & Marie, she portrays former tennis star Tashi Duncan, who’s forced to rein in her career following a crippling knee injury. … Read more

Warning mosquito-borne diseases are heading into Europe

Experts have issued a stark warning over the potential for deadly illnesses to spread across Europe amid a surge in cases. Our warming climate could mean we see more mosquito-borne diseases in areas previously little affected, it has been warned.  The small insects spread illnesses such as malaria and dengue fever, both of which have … Read more

Common heartburn drugs ‘increase risk of painful migraines’

Millions of Britons could be at risk of agonising migraines as a side effect of commonly prescribed drugs. New research has revealed that certain heartburn medications are linked to debilitating headaches. According to researchers in the US, the drugs linked to the painful symptoms include omeprazole, esomeprazole, cimetidine, famotidine and antacid supplements. Around a quarter … Read more

‘Ageless’ Meg Ryan wows with chic look at screening for first new film in years | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV

Meg Ryan looked effortlessly chic with a stunning complexion when she walked the red carpet for a screening. The 62-year-old actress attended the BCN Film Festival in Barcelona for the screening of What Happens Later which originally came out last year. She amazed onlookers in a patterned, high-neck dress which she paired with a pair … Read more

Dr Michael Mosley reveals one teaspoon of ‘powerhouse’ snack can slash heart disease risk

Diet is a key contributing factor when it comes to our overall health and wellbeing. Many of us are aware of the fact we should be eating a healthy, balanced diet packed with plenty of fruits and vegetables for this reason. However, even with the best intentions it can be hard to ensure we get … Read more

Health warning as common foods including bread that have been linked to diabetes

New research shows that certain additives found in common ultra-processed foods could increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.  Emulsifiers, a group of ‘E numbers’, are often found in certain products such as cakes, ice cream, mayonnaise and even bread. Over 100,000 adults’ diets were monitored by scientists from The French National Institute of Health … Read more