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30 years ago Tomorrow's World predicted 2025 - how did it do?

From space junk gel to hologram surgery, the team had lots of intriguing predictions. Which, if any, came true? from BBC News https://ift.tt/sqJNBni via IFTTT

Welsh Ambulance Service declares critical incident

More than 340 calls were waiting to be answered when the critical incident was declared. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kEdNZXV via IFTTT

Laura Kenny: Can elite sport damage women's fertility?

The Olympic medallist had a miscarriage and an ectopic pregnancy. Did sport affect her ability to conceive? from BBC News https://ift.tt/sKNVMyr via IFTTT

What we know about US H-1B visas Trump supporters are clashing over

An row has erupted over a long-standing US visa programme, We looked into the figures behind the scheme. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OhpIJ9E via IFTTT

Share Covid data, World Health Organization tells China

Marking five years since Covid emerged, the WHO says China should share data as "a moral and scientific imperative". from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKbqaIz via IFTTT

'Christmas ruined' after Morrisons missed festive deliveries

After 'systems issues' delayed deliveries, some customers were left without food on Christmas Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BRlXDOV via IFTTT

'My autistic sons have taught me so much'

James Hunt says he will never regret becoming a full-time carer to his two autistic sons. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HJlIg80 via IFTTT

GTA 6, Nintendo's new console and what else to watch out for in 2025 gaming

Two big releases will dominate the industry next year, but they're not the only games in town. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gc9aIWh via IFTTT

Volunteer praised for saving man in cardiac arrest

Phil Fuller is hailed for "almost certainly saving the man's life" when he was due to end his shift. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AIjlVpU via IFTTT

'I'm 27, and my disability admin feels like a full-time job'

Sofia Brizio, who lives in Cardiff, said she can spend four hours a day on "disability admin". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZNsObrM via IFTTT

Elon Musk's 'social experiment on humanity': How X evolved in 2024

New users? New algorithms? Or something else going on behind the scenes? The story behind the new changes on the social media site from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Dgh1xI via IFTTT

The retro hobby that can help boost your happiness (say scientists)

How a very popular puzzle that was first invented 50 years ago may have certain wellbeing benefits from BBC News https://ift.tt/8UlT1OA via IFTTT

Bird flu kills 20 big cats at US animal sanctuary

The animals - including a Bengal tiger, cougars and bobcats - have died of the virus over the past several weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6z3YTr9 via IFTTT

£90,000-a-year patient safety role remains unfilled

A law creating a Patient Safety Commissioner post was passed last year - but no-one has yet been found to take it on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3nQE6rx via IFTTT

Morrisons customers still waiting for Christmas deliveries

The supermarket says its systems are back to normal but some customers still don't have their Christmas shop. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zd2qWwb via IFTTT

Hospitals trial AI to spot type 2 diabetes risk

The system checks patients' ECG heart traces for subtle early warning signs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qw0i5Gc via IFTTT

Brazil shuts BYD factory site over 'slavery' conditions

More than 160 workers have been rescued, according to local prosecutors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MGdvHV2 via IFTTT

People seek NHS advice on drinking and breastfeeding at Christmas

Any alcohol that the mother drinks can pass into her breastmilk, the NHS advises. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jroUAN9 via IFTTT

'My surgeon saved my smile with new hologram technology'

Susannah Morgan was warned surgery to remove a benign tumour could leave her with a crooked smile. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L9mklzJ via IFTTT

Morrisons customers complain loyalty card discounts not working

The supermarket has been advertising cheap deals, including 10p vegetables, ahead of Christmas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dNnpla3 via IFTTT

'Lungs in a box' could increase vital transplants

The number of lung of transplants could rise as a new machine keeps organs alive outside the body. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tMoUHzQ via IFTTT

Doctors warn over water bead gifts for children

The Royal College of Emergency Medicine issues a "safety flash" about the dangers to children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PqIp8ua via IFTTT

Google suggests fixes to its search monopoly

Google proposed new limits after a judge ruled Google illegally crushed competition in search. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qJj3uGe via IFTTT

Sega considering Netflix-like game subscription service

It's another sign the industry is moving away from owning games - some fear that means gamers having to "shell out more." from BBC News https://ift.tt/GEPAOT6 via IFTTT

Same GP at each appointment for patients most in need

Surgeries will be financially rewarded if patients with long term conditions see the same GP each time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a7NwtX2 via IFTTT

N Korea hackers stole $1.3bn of crypto this year - report

Some incidents may be linked to North Korean IT workers infiltrating tech firms, according to research firm Chainalysis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5ywJgM9 via IFTTT

AI is trained to spot warning signs in blood tests

AI can spot patterns in the data from blood tests that can give an early warning of disease. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p2Li1Bs via IFTTT

Even morphine doesn't help my horrific period pain

Emily Handstock says she feels the pain women endure has been "normalised" by society. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bH0aLiq via IFTTT

Hospitals write off £112m in foreign patient bills

Hospitals say they often struggle to recover costs, particularly when patients return overseas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cQn2lY6 via IFTTT

Deaths from alcohol at record high in England

Public-health experts are calling for minimum pricing to stop further rises in harmful drinking. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jFKASUR via IFTTT

Mother of girl operated on by disgraced surgeon says hospital 'gaslit' her

Jodee Seeley tells BBC Newsnight she is considering legal action against Great Ormond Street Hospital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M0DVr6m via IFTTT

Apple accused of using conflict minerals

The tech giant says it "strongly disputes" the claims and it is "deeply committed to responsible sourcing" of minerals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WGE8jyi via IFTTT

Amazon faces strike threat in US ahead of Christmas

The walkout could affect several facilities across the US during the busy holiday season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KELfMSF via IFTTT

'My ex had such a small sentence for strangling me'

Survivors of strangulation welcome the first recommendations for courts on punishment for offenders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MFv6GKV via IFTTT

How Facebook restricted news in Palestinian territories

Palestinian news outlets have seen a steep drop in audience engagement since October 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wIs0GyD via IFTTT

New guidance on use of physician associates

Royal College of Physicians say PAs should be supervised by senior doctors, not doctors in training. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rOICkDi via IFTTT

Ofcom criticised for 'reprehensible' porn job post

Campaigners say the post, by a senior manager at the regulator, "trivialises" violence against women and girls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1NGmER0 via IFTTT

Mother behind Martha's Rule shares scheme's early success

Merope Mills began her campaign after an inquest found a change of hospital care plan could have saved her daughter's life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zC9EDUS via IFTTT

Trump meeting TikTok CEO as ban deadline looms

The social media giant is currently seeking to delay a law that would see it banned or sold in early 2025. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q8vafqi via IFTTT

Amazon aware of warehouse injury risk, report finds

The e-commerce giant is accused of trying to misrepresent its safety record, but says a report "isn't grounded in reality". from BBC News https://ift.tt/fM6v4NI via IFTTT

One in four babies born by Caesarean in England

Experts link the rise to a growing number of complex pregnancies, where the mother is older or obese. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Umug4Tr via IFTTT

Social media given 'last chance' to tackle illegal posts

Platforms have three months to take action or they could be fined up to 10% of global turnover. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MXSPQlA via IFTTT

Bitcoin hits new record high of more than $106,000

The world's largest cryptocurrency has risen by more than 50% since Donald Trump's election victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LlGP4pM via IFTTT

'My former work colleague gave me her kidney'

Jamie Lonsdale made a donor plea on Facebook and was delighted when Lauren Lane answered the call. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J7tVsU0 via IFTTT

Dartitis: The condition where you try to throw a dart - but can't

The psychological condition stops players from releasing a dart. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ydAQWgn via IFTTT

'A sense of belonging aids our cancer recovery'

Men recovering from prostate cancer praise the benefits of a group fitness regime in Aberdeen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Au0amR via IFTTT

Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot Wins Game of the Year

Sony's 3D platformer takes four prizes at the ceremony dubbed "the biggest night in gaming". from BBC News https://ift.tt/1JNeiu6 via IFTTT

N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says

Fourteen North Koreans have been charged with fraud in the US over the long-running conspiracy from BBC News https://ift.tt/yR72kbv via IFTTT

Hate people fidgeting? Join the misokinesia club

Why hair twiddling, pen tapping or thigh jiggling can cause rage and distress for some people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oKEO4lp via IFTTT

Australia to force tech giants to keep paying for news

The long-awaited decision follows a standoff with Meta, and succeeds a world-first law from 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jCELBPo via IFTTT

Woman says struck-off sex GP tried to 'choke' her

A woman says Thomas Plimmer became aggressive during sex and later sent her obscene photos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WRCemQG via IFTTT

Canada euthanasia now accounts for nearly one in 20 deaths

For the first time, the annual report delved into race and ethnic data of those who underwent assisted dying. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nZvkAMi via IFTTT

Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp down in mass Meta outage

Over 22,000 people reported issues with Facebook this evening and over 18,000 struggled to use WhatsApp, according to Downdetector. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UIkVp1S via IFTTT

Carer's Allowance overpayment debt rises to £250m

Some carers have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds, leaving many in financial hardship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Z6g5QY via IFTTT

General Motors pulls plug on robotaxi business

After the announcement, the project's co-founder posted on social media "GM are a bunch of dummies." from BBC News https://ift.tt/J6kRO8c via IFTTT

Services will shut, Mencap warns on National Insurance rise

The charity is one of a number of care organisations warning they will have to axe vital services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zN59dMS via IFTTT

'I went in for a tackle and heard my neck snap'

BBC South spends six months with patients and staff at Salisbury Hospital's dedicated spinal unit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jCFqV9H via IFTTT

Secret Level creator fears fans, not critics

The creators of Prime Video's new video game-inspired show say pleasing fans and newcomers is daunting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2dlbzRi via IFTTT

What is rage-baiting and why is it profitable?

Called rage-baiting, making people angry with social media posts can be a business. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ti9Fl8C via IFTTT

'My autistic son had no safety net when in crisis'

A family whose autistic son died after being taken to a mental health unit raise concerns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V5O2yvr via IFTTT

Nvidia targeted by China in new chip war probe

The investigation follows a US decision to further restrict sales to chip equipment makers in China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Isez6Si via IFTTT

TikTok asks for emergency pause to potential US ban

The company said in a Monday filing that even a temporary US ban would have "devastating effects". from BBC News https://ift.tt/XY9PujF via IFTTT

Prioritise safety not A&E target, NHS leaders told

Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers message amid mounting concern about winter pressures. from BBC News https://ift.tt/giWp4h2 via IFTTT

Puberty blockers: Can a drug trial solve one of medicine's most controversial debates?

The government has pledged to determine the evidence - and establish whether the benefits outweigh any potential harms of prescribing puberty blockers to children questioning their gender from BBC News https://ift.tt/17o0CB6 via IFTTT

Gynaecology patients going private to avoid NHS waiting lists

Women in agony are using their savings to pay for urgent treatment to avoid waits of up to two years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4oCdUpw via IFTTT

Mum given 65 blood bags to save her life

Adele was losing so much blood she needed the equivalent of three people's worth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EfTGz2J via IFTTT

Online star Hawk Tuah faces crypto coin criticism

Haliey Welch's "Hawk" digital coin shot up in price then lost 95% of its value just hours after it launched. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CEYKLDc via IFTTT

Brain op failings made patients' lives 'hell'

Patients speak out as a leaked report reveals many were failed over several years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mpwy5Ix via IFTTT

Weight-loss drug Mounjaro 'changed my life,' says mother-of-two

People struggling with their weight welcome the NHS rollout of Mounjaro but worry about delays. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DTfgEnP via IFTTT

Families of disgraced child surgeon hit out at ‘whitewash’

Families of children operated on by Yaser Jabbar say independent reports into their care are a "whitewash". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YA2j96d via IFTTT

Bitcoin hits $100k - and seven other wild moments in its history

Its record price is making headlines - but that's just one part of the cryptocurrency's tumultuous story. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lYhxEKV via IFTTT

Only adverts showing junk food covered by TV ban

Adverts that do not show viewers unhealthy food will not be restricted by a new 9pm watershed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jkVnTao via IFTTT

'A hospital worker WhatsApped my mental breakdown'

Julie Trafford says she feels "dirty and angry" after the video was shared in an online group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0AFult2 via IFTTT

'Controversial brain surgery stopped my migraines'

A woman who defied mainstream advice to have risky brain surgery says her symptoms have gone. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mSKg6l4 via IFTTT

Telegram U-turns and joins child safety scheme

It is the latest in a series of changes announced by the platform since its founder Pavel Durov was arrested. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3DLhurF via IFTTT

Hospice leaders warn hundreds of beds out of use

A lack of funding and staff are blamed as hospices close beds permanently or take them out of use. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1JiRMWS via IFTTT

'We're attacked and abused as we try to save lives'

Almost 45,000 assaults were recorded by ambulance services across England over the last five years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j7sgCfl via IFTTT

Covid corruption commissioner starts fraud probe

Tom Hayhoe's first task will be reviewing the £8.7bn of pandemic PPE that had to be written off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XP0hQzD via IFTTT

Jaguar's new electric concept car divides opinion

It comes just days after the release of a teaser video that stirred online controversy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ve0sxoz via IFTTT

‘Roll your eyes if you want, I'm a star': TikTok to hold first awards show

The UK's first TikTok Awards sees 72 creators, who have a combined follower count of over 101m, nominated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Jd2tGL via IFTTT

Musk's record $56bn pay deal rejected for second time

The judge said the pay package would have been the largest ever for the boss of a listed company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9hfJxcV via IFTTT

Why are doctors wary of wearables?

Wearable tech claims to help monitor our health, but many doctors remain sceptical. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XETal7h via IFTTT

Why are doctors wary of wearables?

Wearable tech claims to help monitor our health, but many doctors remain sceptical. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vPdaXoN via IFTTT