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Attacks on security men escorting polio teams slammed

ISLAMABAD: While 27 million children out of targeted 45m have been vaccinated against polio during the ongoing immunisation drive across the country, the Pakistan Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) has expressed deep concern and condemned three attacks on security personnel escorting polio teams in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. In separate incidents in Bannu, Hangu and Nasirabad, polio teams and accompanying security personnel were targeted by unidentified militants. In Nasirabad, a police...

Jailed Iranian Nobel winner Mohammadi ‘critical’ after heart attack

The health of jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi is critical after she suffered a heart attack last month, supporters warned on Wednesday. Her Iran-based family and legal team were on Saturday allowed a second in-person visit with Mohammadi in her prison in northern Iran where “clear signs of a deterioration in her general condition were observed, and her physical state was described as critical”, her foundation said in a statement. The latest meeting came after an earlier....

Too little body fat? Study warns it can be as risky as obesity

Too little body fat Study warns it can be as risky as obesity

Covid inquiry to publish report on vaccines and treatments

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Mom of 5 in immigration detention in Texas was taken to ER, sparking urgent calls for her release

ImmigrationMom of 5 in immigration detention in Texas was taken to ER, sparking urgent calls for her releaseA court filing says authorities at a detention center in Dilley, Texas, refused for weeks to get Hayman El Gamal a CT scan after she found an abnormal growth in her chest.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00The Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Dilley, Texas, on March 1.Laura Brett / Sipa USA via Reuters ConnectShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 15, 2026, 9:30 PM EDTBy...

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This CEO wants to cover weight loss drugs for employees. They're just too expensive.

Cost of DenialThis CEO wants to cover weight loss drugs for employees. They're just too expensive.As demand for GLP-1 drugs surges, employers and insurers are struggling to keep up with the cost. Some are dropping coverage altogether.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleShould insurance cover weight loss drugs?03:23Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 15, 2026, 9:24 PM EDTBy Berkeley Lovelace Jr., Jessica Herzberg and Anne ThompsonFor Dr....

BBC to slash 2,000 jobs in biggest redundancy drive in 15 years

The BBC said on Wednesday that the British broadcasting corporation is set to cut up to 2,000 jobs amid a challenging media landscape. The BBC’s interim director general Rhodri Talfan Davies said in a statement to staff that “while we still have to work through the detail, we anticipate the overall number of jobs will fall by 1,800-2,000”. The BBC reported the cuts on Wednesday afternoon, saying they amount to “almost one in 10” jobs, since it has about 21,500 employees. The acting director...

Menstrual health linked to fundamental right to life: HC

Karnataka High Court links menstrual health to the right to life, directing the state to implement menstrual leave policy for women starting December 2025.| India News

‘How can someone differentiate between normal dehydration and the excessive thirst associated with diabetes?’

Wondering if your thirst is normal? Experts explain how to differentiate between everyday thirst and signs of Diabetes, plus when to get tested.

Father detained by ICE for months reunites with young daughter battling cancer in hospital

Father detained by ICE for months reunites with young daughter battling cancer in hospitalBy JAMES CIRRONE, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:13, 16 April 2026 | Updated: 01:14, 16 April 2026 e-mail View comments

FDA will consider easing restrictions on peptides touted by RFK Jr., MAHA figures

The FDA meeting announcement​ follows repeated pledges by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to loosen regulations on peptides, which are often pitched as a quick way to build muscle, heal injuries or appear younger.

Annoying foot symptom that could signal diabetes or liver disease

Annoying foot symptom that could signal diabetes or liver diseaseExperts have warned that this persistent symptom in the feet could be a sign of potentially serious health conditionsCommentsNewsFiona Callingham Lifestyle writer01:10, 16 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesIf your feet are constantly itchy, it could signal that something is wrong(Image: Getty)An irritating sensation in the feet could be a warning sign of potentially serious health conditions. Health organisations are urging people not to ignore...

Analysis of Alzheimer’s Drugs Stirs Debate About Their Effectiveness

The review said a certain class of drugs had little clinical benefit, but many Alzheimer’s experts criticized the analysis, saying it unfairly lumped failed drugs with two recently approved treatments.

Alzheimer’s bombshell as top scientists conclude - ‘the drugs don’t work’

Alzheimer’s bombshell as top scientists conclude - ‘the drugs don’t work’Alzheimer’s drugs which pharmaceutical firms hoped could revolutionise dementia treatment ‘likely have no clinically meaningful benefit’, review findsCommentsNewsMartin Bagot Health and Science Editor01:00, 16 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesDementia research blow as scientists conclude some Alzheimer's drugs may have no clinical benefit(Image: Getty Images)A new generation of Alzheimer’s drugs “likely have no clinically meaningf...

Hospice nurse who bet colleagues patient would die on Christmas Day and refused traveller family's request to see loved one 'because they will burn the body in a caravan' is struck off

Hospice nurse who bet colleagues patient would die on Christmas Day and refused traveller family's request to see loved one 'because they will burn the body in a caravan' is struck offGet your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREE By ELIZABETH HAIGH, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 00:52, 16 April 2026 | Updated: 00:52, 16 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Two days before Pune PhD scholar died by suicide, accused scientist submitted apology on ‘affidavit’

In the “affidavit”, the scientist said, “I (am) giving my humble apology to Miss...about my improper, unethical conduct and misbehaviour at workplace.”

Taylor Momsen Hospitalized for Spider Bite While on AC/DC Tour — Two Years After a Bat Bit Her on AC/DC Tour

Taylor Momsen was hospitalized on Tuesday after she was bitten by a spider while her band, The Pretty Reckless, was on tour with AC/DC. Momsen took to Instagram to share a photo of her bitten leg. It appeared the bite was on her upper ankle, which resulted in a blotchy rash running up to her […]

‘Vinod Kambli at risk of brain stroke’: Close friend reveals a clot in his brain

Vinod Kambli continues to face health issues due to a brain clot affecting his memory, with doctors warning smoking could risk a stroke. His friend Marcus Couto shared concerns, though Kambli shows signs of recovery. He recently shot an ad, while support from Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev continues.

'I scrapped our £120 a week takeaway habit, discovered I could cook and lost 5st'

'I scrapped our £120 a week takeaway habit, discovered I could cook and lost 5st'Whitley Lloyd was buying four £30 takeaways every week, racking up a whopping £500 bill every monthCommentsNewsElaine Blackburne Network Content Editor00:01, 16 Apr 2026View 6 ImagesWhitley says she has so much more confidence now(Image: Whitley Lloyd / Slimming World)A mum has revealed how she's restored her self-confidence and saved more than £100 a week on takeaways. Whitley Lloyd, 34, turned to fo...