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BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra channels to close
The BBC announced the closure of BBC Three and BBC Scotland television channels in the spring, with both services transitioning to online-only formats as part of broader £500m cost-cutting measures.
‘It’s important that Michael’s voice is heard’: Jaafar Jackson says second biopic of his uncle will cover sexual abuse allegations
A sequel to the Michael Jackson biopic released earlier this year is in development, with star Jaafar Jackson indicating the next film will address sexual abuse allegations from his uncle’s perspective.
More than 400 arrested as police clash with protesters across France
More than 400 people were arrested across France on Saturday during clashes between police and protesters demonstrating over school conditions, cost of living, and social welfare concerns.
No Kings turns its focus to voting this weekend. Here’s what we know
No Kings, a coalition known for anti-Trump protests, is organizing over 3,000 events this weekend focused on increasing voter turnout and early voting participation in midterm elections.
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How does assisted dying work in other countries?
Around 400 million people live in countries with legalized assisted dying. Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Austria, and France have introduced such laws since 2015, with approaches varying significantly by jurisdiction.
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
A vaccination campaign targeting one million teenagers and young adults is being launched to address rising meningitis B infections, with free vaccines offered to Year 13 pupils and first-year university students.
NI health: Resident doctors begin strike action over pay
Resident doctors in Northern Ireland began a 24-hour strike on Monday over pay disputes, following similar action by consultants and specialist doctors the previous week.
Redditch powerlifter wins world silver despite endometriosis pain
An 18-year-old powerlifter from Redditch won multiple medals at the World Sub-Junior & Junior Powerlifting Championships despite endometriosis pain flaring up before competition.
BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri reveals she has incurable blood cancer
BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri has disclosed a diagnosis of polycythaemia vera, a rare incurable blood cancer affecting approximately 8,000 people in the UK that carries risks of blood clots and strokes.
As diseases loom, CDC’s response to measles deaths stirs fears about agency’s reliability
The CDC’s handling of two measles deaths in Pennsylvania has sparked concerns among public health experts about the agency’s reliability and independence from political pressure amid a worsening measles resurgence.
NHS to roll out at-home HPV cervical screenings in Wolverhampton
The NHS is rolling out at-home HPV self-testing kits in Wolverhampton to increase cervical cancer screening rates among women who have not attended appointments.
One in five black, Asian and minority ethnic NHS managers in England plan to quit amid racism, report finds
One in five Black, Asian and minority ethnic NHS managers in England plan to quit within three years, citing racism, exclusion and career obstacles, according to a survey by the NHS Alliance.
Exercise — and echocardiograms — in space protected astronauts’ hearts in study
A new study of 13 astronauts shows that exercise during six months in space protected their hearts from structural changes caused by microgravity, with cardiac function returning to normal after return to Earth.
Democracy indicators in US at lowest levels for 50 years, data shows
Key indicators of democracy in the United States have reached their lowest levels in five decades, according to data from a Swedish thinktank tracking global democratic performance.
States and cities sue Trump administration over policy restricting green card benefits
A coalition of 22 states and Washington D.C. sued the Trump administration over a policy allowing immigration officers to deny green cards based on public benefits use, arguing it would harm families and cost states billions.
Mitch McConnell returns to Senate after fall that led to an extended medical absence
Sen. Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate on Monday after a months-long medical absence following a June fall that caused him to briefly lose consciousness.