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An inquest into the death of 22-year-old Jake O’Brien at Forest Bank prison has raised serious questions about the adequacy of mental health care in the UK prison...

Manufacturing firm fined after employee loses fingers in machine accident

Company fined £340,000 after worker severely injured while cleaning machinery

Choosing the right natural deodorant for healthier living

Mother seeks justice after daughter’s death linked to contraceptive injection

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Manufacturing firm fined after employee loses fingers in machine accident

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Company fined £340,000 after worker severely injured while cleaning machinery

Choosing the right natural deodorant for healthier living

As interest in natural deodorants grows, the transition to these products can take time, with experts recommending a 2-6 week...

Mother seeks justice after daughter’s death linked to contraceptive injection

April 20, 2026

The tragic death of Kim Lewis, a 37-year-old mother diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour shortly after receiving a Depo-Provera...

Rising suicide rates linked to sodium nitrite in young people

April 19, 2026

A concerning study has linked sodium nitrite, a common food preservative, to rising suicide rates in the UK, primarily among...

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Lack of trust in government fuels vaccine hesitancy, inquiry warns

by Tara Rowden

April 16, 2026

Party balloon recalled over safety concerns amid chemical risks

by Jade Anderson

April 19, 2026

A recall has been issued for LOCKII balloons due to serious safety violations under the Toy Safety Directive. Tests revealed...

Party balloons recalled over safety concerns

by Jade Anderson

April 19, 2026

A safety recall has been issued for LOCKII balloons after tests revealed the presence of nitrosatable substances, which pose potential...

Questions linger over King Street house collapse as conflicting accounts emerge

A house collapse on King Street in Oldham has left five injured and over 40 residents displaced, as disputes arise...

Food watchdog issues multiple recalls over contamination concerns

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued urgent safety warnings as multiple food products face recalls across the UK. Among...

Mandatory eye tests for UK drivers over 70 under government plans

by Ellie Cartwright

Motorists aged 70 and above in the UK could soon face mandatory eye tests as part of a new road...

Steps to reduce stress during Awareness Month

by Tara Rowden

As Stress Awareness Month unfolds, a range of strategies highlights the importance of managing anxiety in our fast-paced lives. Simple...

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