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'My partner died a hero saving our daughter's life'

'My partner died a hero saving our daughter's life'56 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGeorge KingandSusie Fowler-WattFamily handoutChris Tuczemskyi considers his partner Rebecca Ableman a hero for pushing their daughter Autumn clear of the crash that killed her When Chris Tuczemskyi reflects on the freak accident that killed his partner, he gives thanks that her final act was to save their daughter's life.Rebecca Ableman, 30, was walking on a pavement in Willing...

‘It’s a powder keg’: Romania leads EU measles cases as vaccination rates collapse

Bottlenecks in the system and parent’s suspicions mean doctors expect another serious outbreak soonBy 10am on a spring day, the corridor of the clinic in the Transylvanian town of Săcele was already crowded with parents and children. They were all waiting to see Dr Mirela Csabai, one of just seven general practitioners serving a population of more than 30,000.Most of the cases that morning were routine: colds, checkups, chronic conditions. The calm, however, is recent. In 2024, a measles epidemi...

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Why footballers fear Achilles tendon ruptures more than any other injury

It comes out of nowhere. Like being hit by a sniper. Some people even recall hearing a loud pop, like the sound from a gunshot. Others simply feel it, a sudden, intense pain in the back of their lower leg as their Achilles snaps in two.For Hugo Ekitike, it came, as they often do, in the most innocuous of circumstances. An attempted change of direction, pushing off with his right foot and then, bang. The Liverpool striker crumpled to the turf, believing he had been kicked from behind — surely, a...

VIP rooms lit, operation theatres dark: Surgeon flags contrast in Pak power crisis

VIP rooms lit operation theatres dark Surgeon flags contrast in Pak power crisis

Karachi records dramatic increase in paediatric HIV cases

• 159 patients admitted to three city hospitals this year• Majority of them contracted the incurable virus due to ‘unsafe healthcare practices’• Alarm raised over lack of basic infection control protocols in hospitals KARACHI: Three hospitals in Karachi have recorded a dramatic increase in the number of paediatric human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases over the last nine months and their numbers continue to grow, it emerged on Friday. According to sources, 10 HIV positive children were admitte...

Hospitals face glove shortage as Malaysian makers hike prices by 40%

Rubber glove makers have raised prices and warned of production cuts as the Iran war chokes supplies of key inputs, raising concerns for the healthcare sector. Glove makers have already hiked the average price of synthetic rubber gloves by around 40 per cent to as high as US$29 for a box ‌of 1,000, according to Oong Chun Sung, an equity research analyst at CIMB Securities. Sustained disruption to supply chains from the conflict could lead to glove shortages by late May, analysts at Malaysia’s...

Philippines asks Oman to cancel HIV test requirement for Filipino travelers

The Philippine government on Friday asked Oman to remove a medical requirement for Filipinos travelling to the Sultanate owing to a “good and strong relationship” between the two countries.The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) “made strong representations” with the Oman Embassy in Manila for the removal of the negative HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) medical certificate requirement for all Filipino visitors to Oman.Oman started implementing the requirement on March 1, mandating a...

Why India should switch to low-sodium salt

Why India should switch to lowsodium salt

Japan warned of ‘hellish summer’ as energy fears mount

Japan is hoping further US-Iran talks will ease tensions in the Middle East and help reopen the Strait of Hormuz permanently, but there is also mounting anxiety over what a failure could mean for the country as summer approaches. On Friday, Iran said it would reopen the strait for commercial shipping following a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, while US ⁠President Donald Trump added that a US naval blockade of Iran’s ports would ‌remain until a deal with Tehran was struck. The fear in Japan,...

Unsung Heroes | How a haemophilia-affected boy from Karnataka built a system that saved thousands

Today, Dr Suresh Hanagavadi is a leading hematologist from Karnataka and has been awarded the Padma Shri in 2026 for his decades-long service to patients.

US, Belarusian representatives to discuss Ukrainian settlement — Belarusian lawmaker

Oleg Gaidukevich says representatives of both the Republican and Democratic parties have been invited from the US side

Tech interventions in mental health are effective, but caution is key: Dr Thara, co-founder, SCARF

Dr Thara has made significant contributions to strengthening mental health services in India, particularly in low-resource settings.

'I'm a doctor - this is why you must stop scrolling on your phone on the toilet'

'I'm a doctor - this is why you must stop scrolling on your phone on the toilet'You may not realise that you could be risking serious health issuesCommentsNewsFiona Callingham Lifestyle writer02:30, 18 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesA doctor issued a warning about using your phone while on the toilet(Image: Getty)A stomach doctor has issued a gruesome warning telling people to “stop” scrolling on your phone while using the toilet. Spending a lot of time sitting and scrolling on the loo coul...

ByteDance, Tencent step up AI talent battle amid reported departure of DeepSeek researcher

As China’s artificial intelligence sector accelerates, competition for top talent has intensified among major tech companies, with firms increasingly poaching from rivals while also attracting researchers from overseas hubs such as Silicon Valley. A reported high-profile personnel move involving DeepSeek researcher Guo Daya recently drew attention to the sensitivity surrounding AI hiring in China’s tech sector. Guo, a lead researcher on DeepSeek’s R1 model, joined ByteDance’s Seed AI development...

BA pilot who bludgeoned his wife to death could be freed from prison: Killer set to go before Parole Board next week

BA pilot who bludgeoned his wife to death could be freed from prison: Killer set to go before Parole Board next weekGet your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREEBy ISABELLA MACHIN, REPORTER Published: 01:39, 18 April 2026 | Updated: 01:44, 18 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Six ways to reduce hayfever symptoms according to NHS

Six ways to reduce hayfever symptoms according to NHSAs pollen counts often soar across the UK during summer, hay fever sufferers can find relief using these simple methodsCommentsNewsSophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer01:34, 18 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesVaseline could be the key to a symptom-free day(Image: Getty)Hayfever is a common allergy that leaves countless sufferers sneezing, coughing and rubbing their eyes. There's no cure, but there are some nifty tricks that could spare you from...

‘How can I quit coffee? I stopped for 2 days, and keep getting headaches. My BP has been on the rise lately and my doctor thinks quitting coffee might help lower it’

Headaches are a common and normal part of caffeine withdrawal as the body adjusts to reduced caffeine levels.

UN aid chief warns of possible ‘full-scale famine’ in South Sudan

UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says that South Sudan is at risk of slipping into 'full-scale famine and collapse’.

Zero-calorie sweeteners could alter the genes of later generations, new study warns

Artificial sweeteners, present in everything from sugar-free snacks to diet sodas, are a staple for many trying to lose weight — but new research suggests the substances could have multigenerational effects, potentially altering metabolism in future generations even without direct consumption.The findings raise questions about the long-term biological impact of widely used sugar substitutes, particularly as consumption has surged in recent years.In a study published in the journal Frontiers in N...