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Headband created that can detect Alzheimer’s disease Daniel Mcneil

Alzheimer’s disease: New vaccine ‘could reduce or prevent’ impact of illness and ‘eliminate toxic cells’

Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists believe new vaccine offers ‘fresh hope Will Millar

Ronnie and Alfie found the 2kg of ambergris on Leven beach (Pic: Ronnie Humphreys)

Father and son duo discover rare ambergris on beach walk Ethan Evans

Diabetes rates are set to soar globally by 2050

How to spot diabetes symptoms as rates soar across the world Sam Johnson

What is Taurine? The ‘elixir’ which could extend life and boost health Beth Franklin

Android users warned of 193 apps that could empty your bank account Daniel Mcneil

Do elephants like human visitors at the zoo?

Which animals like zoo visitors and which ones don’t

Dog owners are being warned that raw dog foods could be poisonous

Urgent deadly pet food warning for dog owners Sam Johnson

Male instructor giving directions to an adolescent girl during her lesson

UK’s top 10 cities for learner drivers revealed Daniel Mcneil

The new butterfly colours look very similar to the Eye of Sauron (Photo: Natural History Museum)

Butterfly named after Lord of the Rings villain Patrick Hollis

Raw pheasant pet food has been discovered to have "very high" quantities of lead from shotgun pellets, posing a health danger to dogs.

Lead poisoning found in raw pheasant pet food, study finds Rahmah Ghazali

Medicinal cannabis can help relieve pain caused by cancer, study finds.

Study finds medicinal cannabis can help relieve pain caused by cancer Rahmah Ghazali

Budget ranges at smaller convenience stores rarely stocked says Which? Daniel Mcneil

Which biscuit do you enjoy with a brew?

Study reveals best biscuits for dunking in tea- including Bourbons Patrick Hollis

Smartwatches often come with sophisticated fitness trackers that can analyze every move.

Your smart watch can reveal signs of heart failure, study says Dennis Morton

Heatwave and drought could put butterflies in trouble

First News: Butterflies in trouble

New research shows that humans could outlive the current record age of 122 by several decades, as advancements in technology and nutrition increase longevity.

Humans could live decades longer than current record age of 122 Dennis Morton

Artificial sweetener found in fizzy diet drinks ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’, study finds

Artificial sweetener ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’ Chelsie Sewell

UK to trial new groundbreaking endometriosis treatment Beth Franklin

A new study show that video games are not harmful to children’s brain development.

New study finds video games are not harmful to children’s brains Dennis Morton

Three Shires Head. A waterfall and packhorse stone bridge at Three Shires Head in the Peak District National Park.

Experts unveil best UK road trips ahead of February half term Patrick Hollis

Glastonbury Festival’s iconic Pyramid Stage could become a permanent fixture.

Less than 1 in 5 people expected to get Glastonbury tickets Patrick Hollis

Experts warn that these common foods can increase cancer risk Daniel Mcneil

Rogue AI could eradicate humans, warn scientists Daniel Mcneil

Analysing loyalty card data could help doctors spot ovarian cancer cases earlier.

Loyalty card data could help spot ovarian cancer earlier Dennis Morton

Earth’s inner core may have started spinning in a new direction, accord to scientists.

Earth’s inner core may have started spinning in a new direction Dennis Morton

People of all ages were delighted to see the return of the Loony Dook and this plucky pensioner was determined to get a good view from the beach!

Can early retirement lead to a decline in cognitive ability? Benjamin Jackson

Researchers say the UK should swap to bread made out of legumes.

Researchers urge UK to switch to broad bean based bread Dennis Morton

Psychologist believes TikTok’s ‘lucky girl syndrome’ has truth to it Benjamin Jackson

The wreck of the Klein Hollandia (Photo: Cathy de Lara)

Shipwreck off UK coast identified as 17th century Dutch warship

Research showed that 1:27pm and 2:06pm are the time many workers start to feel the dreaded “afternoon slump” (Credit: Getty Images)

This is the exact time office workers experience an ‘afternoon slump’ Benjamin Jackson

Shovelling snow for 30 minutes burns 200 calories, researchers found (photo: Adobe)

How to get fit without leaving your home and garden Fiona Evans

Commuters on their way to work cross London Bridge in central London.

‘Worst yet to come’ for those affected by the cost of living crisis Sophie Wills

Scientists find that Labradors are the dumbest dogs Beth Franklin

Digital wallets are the future

Android warning: Malware that steals passwords & how to avoid found

A new list has revealed which of our favourite festive hits will be on the stereo of those driving home for Christmas

Driving home for Christmas: Top festive tunes for car journeys Jamie Jones

Due to a boom in online shopping during lockdown, Amazon has created 15,000 new warehouse and delivery driver jobs across the UK. Meanwhile, Hermes has created 10,000 jobs.

New study shows link between gig economy and increased health issues Benjamin Jackson

Findings of a clinical trial involving a new Alzheimer's drug Lecanemab have been published

New Alzheimer’s drug Lecanemab hailed ‘momentous’ by experts in trial Chelsie Sewell

Aim for a dinner party with no more than six guests according to survey (photo: Adobe)

Let’s get dinner parties started with timely tips Nigel Booth

New research has been conducted on the pathogen that causes “Black Death”.

Black Death: find out how it affects your body in the present day Jimmy Johnson

Loughborough Universities researchers had studied the effects of PACE labels rather than a traffic light system

Exercise it takes to burn off should be on food labels, research says Benjamin Jackson

The Thingyan Water Festival is one of Myanmar's biggest public holidays (photo: Adobe)

Which countries have the most public holidays? Fiona Evans

Parents support use of educational technology by children (photo: Adobe)

Screen time dilemma for caring parents faced with technology Fiona Evans

Many people find it hard to get to this level of soundly sleeping, so getting the routine right and aiming for seven to nine hours per night will improve your health.

SHAPING UP: One thing you can focus on that will drastically improve your health Graham Low

First News: Dolphins have accents! Christine Emelone

Dog owners warned against sharing bed with their pets due to ‘untreatable superb... Hiyah Zaidi

A person with suspected stroke may have sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes (Photo: Adobe)

Irregular evening meal times could increase stroke risk, study warns Hiyah Zaidi

Children flying a kite (photo: adobe)

Before they're lost - Is it time to reintroduce traditional kids’ games? Top 20! Nigel Booth

Farm animals should be treated like humans (photo: Catherine Falls Commercial)

First News - Kids: "Farm animals should be treated like humans" Nigel Booth

These are the biggest challenges small business owners face in their first 12 mo... Richard Jenkins