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Rental Vacancies Hit Record Lows in Major Cities as Prices Climb

Health Minister Mark Butler confirms NDIS reforms to save $35bn over four years. Property values under price caps rise faster than luxury homes. Rental vacancies hit record lows, pushing rents up $25 weekly in major cities.

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Fire Extinguished at Royal Victoria Hospital Emergency Department in Belfast

A fire in the emergency department of Belfast's Royal Victoria Hospital was extinguished after NIFRS responded at 18:43 BST. The main waiting area is closed, with patients redirected. Four fire appliances attended; no injuries confirmed.

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Cystadleuydd Y Llais yn galw am fwy o ddealltwriaeth o anabledd anweladwy MS

Cystadleuydd Y Llais, Grace Sanders, a phobl eraill gyda MS yn galw am fwy o ddealltwriaeth o'r cyflwr anweladwy hwn sy'n effeithio ar filoedd yng Nghymru.

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Welsh NHS Set to Miss Key Waiting List Targets Ahead of 2026 Election

Analysis indicates Welsh NHS will likely miss key waiting list targets before the 2026 election, despite progress and extra funding. Challenges remain in reducing long waits and improving emergency and cancer care.

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Women Demand Urgent Research Funding for Overlooked Lobular Breast Cancer

Women affected by lobular breast cancer, an often undetected form, demand urgent government funding for dedicated research to improve diagnosis and treatment.

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Hay Fever Symptoms Last Longer Due to Climate Change – How to Manage Them

Hay fever symptoms now last up to two weeks longer due to climate change extending pollen seasons. Experts discuss symptoms, impacts, treatments, and coping strategies for millions affected.

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Beverley Callard Exits I'm A Celebrity After Collapse, Later Reveals Cancer Diagnosis

Beverley Callard left I'm A Celebrity after collapsing, later revealing a breast cancer diagnosis. The episode also featured a confrontation between Jimmy Bullard and Adam Thomas over a forfeited trial.

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Climate Change Extends Pollen Season by 1-2 Weeks Across UK and Europe

Climate change has extended the pollen season in the UK and Europe by 1-2 weeks since the 1990s, increasing allergic reactions and highlighting urgent health adaptation needs.

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UK Launches Trial for mRNA Vaccine Against Potential Bird Flu Pandemic

The UK has begun a large-scale trial of an mRNA vaccine targeting the H5N1 bird flu strain, aiming to prevent a future pandemic. The trial involves 4,000 volunteers, focusing on high-risk groups, with manufacturing plans to ensure rapid, global vaccine access.

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What Truly Influences Our Appetite: Hunger, Stress, or Habit?

Appetite is influenced by hunger, stress, genetics, and sensory cues. Experts explain how brain systems interact and how modern food environments challenge our natural regulation.

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UK Agrees Smoking Ban for Those Born After 2008 to Create Smoke-Free Generation

The UK has passed the Tobacco and Vapes Bill banning cigarette sales to those born after 2008, aiming to create a smoke-free generation with new regulations on vaping and tobacco products.

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Cyffur Canser Zanidatamab Yn Cynnig Gobaith Newydd i Gleifion Cholangiocarcinoma

Teulu Huw Jones sy'n marw o ganser yn 33 oed yn croesawu cymeradwyaeth cyffur Zanidatamab, sy'n cynnig gobaith newydd i gleifion cholangiocarcinoma prin.

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