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Manosphere and online misogyny should be treated as public health issues, say UK experts
UK experts argue the manosphere and online misogyny should be treated as a public health issue requiring coordinated government, school, and health service responses similar to tobacco control efforts.
UK government’s obesity plan ‘doomed to fail’, MPs warn
A UK parliamentary committee warns the government’s obesity reduction plan will fail without direct prime ministerial leadership and a comprehensive cross-departmental strategy.
Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
A new report found 1,321 active contracts between fossil fuel companies and advertising agencies in 2026, the highest number ever recorded, as oil firms invested profits in image rehabilitation campaigns.
Minister denies UK faces diesel shortage after Trump threatens to ban exports
UK government reassures public that diesel supplies remain secure despite Trump’s threats to ban US exports, citing diverse sourcing and emergency reserves.
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2,200-year-old Roman shipwreck reveals ancient waterproofing secrets
A 2,200-year-old Roman shipwreck reveals ancient waterproofing techniques using pine tar and beeswax, with pollen analysis showing where repairs occurred across the Mediterranean.
Scientists catch a hidden electronic state forming in just 30 femtoseconds
Japanese researchers observed a hidden electronic state forming in a metal-organic framework within 30 femtoseconds, revealing an intermediate bond-order wave state that could enable light-controlled materials.
More or less protein? What to eat to get you through a heatwave
Nutritionists advise adjusting eating and drinking habits during heatwaves, recommending water-rich foods, protein sources that require less cooking, and increased hydration while maintaining proper fluid intake.
‘It can be isolating’ – how does hot weather impact anxiety?
Oxford University research indicates that elevated temperatures can trigger anxiety and mental health issues. One person with agoraphobia describes how heat intensifies her symptoms and creates feelings of isolation.
Eclipse warning: All the key signs you may have damaged your eyes
Eye experts warn people to watch for vision damage from Wednesday’s eclipse, including blurred vision and sensitivity to light. Around 70 people suffered eye damage from the 1999 UK eclipse.
Men are turning to penis fillers, but are they safe?
Penis filler procedures are gaining popularity among men seeking girth enhancement, but medical professionals warn of serious risks including infection and tissue damage from botched treatments.
I was abused as a child – and thought I had healed. Then I began drinking in lockdown
Dr. Frank Spinelli, a sexual abuse survivor and author, struggled with hidden alcohol dependence during lockdown after initially believing he had healed from childhood trauma inflicted by his Boy Scout leader.
‘Biased’ Channel 4 programme on ADHD misrepresented my views, says expert
A King’s College London neuroscience professor has withdrawn support for a Channel 4 documentary on ADHD, claiming it misrepresented her views and could encourage parents to stop medicating their children.
FDA plans to regulate generative AI
The FDA is developing a regulatory framework for medical devices using generative artificial intelligence, seeking to provide clarity to the healthcare industry on oversight of this emerging technology.
Penn State bust put focus on cocaine but on most campuses the big risk is alcohol
A cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State drew national headlines, but research shows cocaine use among young adults has declined over the past five years, with alcohol remaining the most prevalent substance on campuses.
Largest review of its kind confirms benefits of tai chi and other Chinese exercises
A comprehensive review of 1,744 clinical trials found that traditional Chinese exercises like tai chi significantly improve physical function, pain, mental health, and bone density in people with musculoskeletal disorders.
HPV home-testing kits now available for women who have missed cervical screening
The NHS is offering free HPV self-testing kits to nearly four million women in England who have missed cervical screening appointments, enabling them to test for the virus at home.