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Type 2 diabetes at younger age ‘linked to higher risk of mortality and disease’

Type 2 diabetes at younger age ‘linked to higher risk of mortality and disease’

Type 2 diabetes at younger age ‘linked to higher risk of mortality and disease’

14 December 2020

Researchers say rates of the condition have increased in all age groups and virtually all countries over the past three decades.


New claims about Andrew’s movements around time Epstein victim says they had sex

New claims about Andrew’s movements around time Epstein victim says they had sex

New claims about Andrew’s movements around time Epstein victim says they had sex

14 December 2020

The Duke of York categorically denies the allegations made against him.


Long distance battery trains to launch on London-Penzance route

Long distance battery trains to launch on London-Penzance route

Long distance battery trains to launch on London-Penzance route

14 December 2020

Using battery power for travel in and out of the route’s non-electrified stations will reduce fuel consumption by more than 20%, according to Hitachi.


Shooting stars dazzle night skies as Geminid meteor shower peaks

Shooting stars dazzle night skies as Geminid meteor shower peaks

Shooting stars dazzle night skies as Geminid meteor shower peaks

14 December 2020

Though the peak has passed, those hoping to catch a glimpse still have a chance over the next few days.


London braced for toughest tier of coronavirus restrictions

London braced for toughest tier of coronavirus restrictions

London braced for toughest tier of coronavirus restrictions

14 December 2020

A decision on shifting the capital into Tier 3 could be made on Monday, London Mayor Sadiq Khan said.


Dopey suspect showed police cannabis video while trying to use translation app

Dopey suspect showed police cannabis video while trying to use translation app

Dopey suspect showed police cannabis video while trying to use translation app

14 December 2020

Northumbria Police said the man made the mistake after they stopped a car near Sunderland, which led them to find a farm with 600 plants growing.


Death of newborn baby treated as ‘potential homicide’

Death of newborn baby treated as ‘potential homicide’

Death of newborn baby treated as ‘potential homicide’

14 December 2020

The body of the infant was discovered in a garden in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset on Saturday.


Wonderful to get Covid-19 jab before Christmas, says first care home recipient

Wonderful to get Covid-19 jab before Christmas, says first care home recipient

Wonderful to get Covid-19 jab before Christmas, says first care home recipient

14 December 2020

Annie Innes, 90, said she hopes it will help keep everyone safe at Abercorn House Care Home in Hamilton.


Senior Tory MP says Johnson should quit as PM if he does not get a trade deal

Senior Tory MP says Johnson should quit as PM if he does not get a trade deal

Senior Tory MP says Johnson should quit as PM if he does not get a trade deal

14 December 2020

Sir Roger Gale says an ‘honourable man’ would make way for new leadership in such circumstances.


Clarity sought around grace period for Irish Sea trade

Clarity sought around grace period for Irish Sea trade

Clarity sought around grace period for Irish Sea trade

14 December 2020

Retailers had warned that food supplies could have been disrupted from January 1.


GPs roll out Covid-19 vaccine amid fresh Christmas warnings

GPs roll out Covid-19 vaccine amid fresh Christmas warnings

GPs roll out Covid-19 vaccine amid fresh Christmas warnings

14 December 2020

Those expecting to receive the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine will be invited for a jab by their GP surgery.


False Covid vaccine claims ‘could hinder immunisation within Muslim communities’

False Covid vaccine claims ‘could hinder immunisation within Muslim communities’

False Covid vaccine claims ‘could hinder immunisation within Muslim communities’

14 December 2020

Muslim medical professionals have expressed concerns that fewer people within ethnic minority communities will take up the Covid-19 jab.


Homeless deaths rise for fifth year in a row, new data shows

Homeless deaths rise for fifth year in a row, new data shows

Homeless deaths rise for fifth year in a row, new data shows

14 December 2020

There were an estimated 778 deaths of homeless people in England and Wales registered in 2019.


Starmer urges leaders to try to keep schools open as Khan backs early closure

Starmer urges leaders to try to keep schools open as Khan backs early closure

Starmer urges leaders to try to keep schools open as Khan backs early closure

14 December 2020

Sadiq Khan has called for all secondary schools and colleges in London to close a few days early and reopen later in the new year.


Hard to imagine Brexit deal ‘sufficient for Scotland’ – Russell

Hard to imagine Brexit deal ‘sufficient for Scotland’ – Russell

Hard to imagine Brexit deal ‘sufficient for Scotland’ – Russell

14 December 2020

Scotland’s Constitution Secretary described Brexit as ‘utter folly’.


Meghan’s praise for heroes who fed the hungry during pandemic

Meghan’s praise for heroes who fed the hungry during pandemic

Meghan’s praise for heroes who fed the hungry during pandemic

14 December 2020

It was the former Suits star’s first public appearance since she revealed she had suffered a miscarriage.


UK-EU trade deal still possible, Barnier says after talks extended

UK-EU trade deal still possible, Barnier says after talks extended

UK-EU trade deal still possible, Barnier says after talks extended

14 December 2020

Boris Johnson and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen agreed to ‘go the extra mile’ and allow talks to continue.


Man killed and two others injured following stabbing in Harrow

Man killed and two others injured following stabbing in Harrow

Man killed and two others injured following stabbing in Harrow

14 December 2020

A murder investigation has been launched after a man his 20s died on Sunday evening.


Teenager charged with murder of 12-year-old boy

Teenager charged with murder of 12-year-old boy

Teenager charged with murder of 12-year-old boy

14 December 2020

The body of Roberts Buncis was found on Saturday in Fishtoft, near Boston, Lincolnshire Police said.


NHS workers star in portrait exhibition

NHS workers star in portrait exhibition

NHS workers star in portrait exhibition

14 December 2020

Artist Aliza Nisenbaum said she wanted to ‘pay tribute’ to key workers in the project, commissioned by the Tate Liverpool gallery.


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