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National Lottery Funds Salisbury Project to Connect City Residents with Wildlife

Wildlife and Wellbeing in Salisbury received £5,000 National Lottery funding to host nature events in 2026-27, aiming to improve wellbeing and connect city residents with local wildlife.

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Wildlife and Wellbeing A group of about a dozen people standing on a small wooden bridge over a canal looking at what's in the water. The bridge goes between two grassy fields. It appears to be around dusk, with a gold light shining on the ground.

Top Supermarket Veggie Burgers Reviewed: Best Flavors and Value Ranked

Our expert tester reviews supermarket veggie burgers, ranking them by flavor, texture, processing, and value, highlighting the best options from classic bean patties to modern meat analogues.

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Several veggie burgers with sesame seed buns, lettuce, tomato, pickles and patties arranged on a yellow surface

DNA Test Could Help Millions of Breast Cancer Patients Avoid Chemotherapy

A new DNA test can identify breast cancer patients who may safely avoid chemotherapy, potentially sparing millions from side effects while maintaining high survival rates, according to an international trial led by UCL.

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Trump Declared in Excellent Health After Annual Medical Exam, Doctor Reports

President Donald Trump is reported to be in excellent health after his annual exam, with strong physical and cognitive function and ongoing management of chronic venous insufficiency.

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Comedian Conor Keys Highlights Challenges of Life as an Unpaid Carer

Comedian Conor Keys shares the challenges of caring for his daughter with severe learning difficulties, highlighting the urgent need for more respite care services in Northern Ireland.

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BBC Conor and Ruby smiling at the camera. Conor has grey hair and is wearing a red t-shirt. Ruby has brown hair and is wearing a blue t-shirt.

Councils Warn NHS 'Marking Own Homework' if Patient Watchdog Abolished

The Local Government Association warns that abolishing Healthwatch, the independent patient advocacy body, risks NHS self-assessment and fragmented accountability amid health service reforms.

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Poor Sleep May Increase Cancer Risk in Adults Under 50, Studies Find

Two large studies suggest poor sleep may contribute to rising cancer rates in adults under 50, with insomnia linked to higher risks of early-onset cancers.

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Father Donates Kidney to Son as They Represent Scotland in Transplant Football

Sam Mckay, who received a kidney transplant from his father David, now represents Scotland in the Four Nations Transplant Football Championship, with David coaching the team. The tournament promotes community among transplant recipients and prepares Scotland for the Transplant World Cup.

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Health Experts Warn Festival Fans About Risks of 'Pink Powder' Drugs

Health experts warn festival-goers about the dangers of 'pink powders,' mixtures of high-strength MDMA and ketamine, urging caution and harm reduction ahead of summer events.

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Getty Images/ Gilaxia Rear view of a crowd of fans watching a DJ performance at a music festival. Rays of coloured lights are emitted from the stage. There are many raised hands, some are recording the show on mobile phones.

Landmarks Lit in Rainbow for Baby with Rare Seizure Disorder’s First Birthday

Buildings in Wales, the UK, and Canada were lit in rainbow colors to mark the first birthday of Rupert Smith, a baby with the rare neurological disorder AHC, raising awareness and hope for future treatment.

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David Smith A one-year-old boy, sitting in a high chair, looking at a birthday cake. He is wearing a party hat and brown-and-white striped t-shirt. The cake is covered in colourful icing and birthday decorations.

MS Patients in Wales Face Long Travel Times for Specialist Care

MS patients in Wales face up to six-hour round trips for specialist care due to staff shortages, with calls for equal access and government action.

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Getty Images Patients waiting in chairs in a hospital A&E unit: they are seated in rows - two sit in the front row, a man on his phone is seated in the row behind them (library image).

Judge Allows Class Action Against Surgical Mesh Maker Covidien

A judge has approved group proceedings for over 80 patients to pursue compensation claims against Covidien over surgical mesh used in hernia treatments.

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