Antarctic ice sheet could suffer ‘chain reaction’ collapse as retreating ice exposes land underneath

The Antarctic ice sheet could suffer a chain reaction collapse as melting ice exposes land underneath, leaving less heat to be reflected away and causing temperatures to rise further and weather patterns to be changed, a study has warned. Researchers used climate modeling and data for the Middle Miocene period – which was 13 to … Read more

One THIRD of children who suffer a concussion go on to develop anxiety, depression or other issues

As athletes of all sports speak out about their brain injury fears, we run through the need-to-know facts about risks, symptoms, tests and research. 1. Concussion is a red herring: Big hits are not the problem, ALL head hits cause damage All sports insist they are doing more to prevent concussions in athletes to protect … Read more

Commuters suffer rush hour hell after Hitachi trains sidelined to check for cracks

Rail commuters will be hit with weeks of disruption because of hairline cracks found in the undercarriages of high-speed trains. Dozens of the Hitachi 800 Class trains remained off the tracks for a third day as inspectors carried out safety checks, leading to huge reduction in customer services. Today Great Western Railway customers on the … Read more

Commuters suffer rush hour hell after Hitachi trains sidelined to check for cracks

Rail commuters were hit by chaotic rush hour disruption this morning as dozens of high-speed trains remained off the tracks for a third day over fears of hairline cracks. Operators Great Western Railway (GWR) and London North Eastern Railway (LNER) were forced to withdraw 182 Hitachi 800 trains from service on Saturday for safety checks … Read more

Covid-19: Bald men up to 2.5 TIMES more likely to suffer severe cases, study warns

Male pattern hair loss is the most common type of hair loss in men. It is also known as androgenetic alopecia.  It affects about 50 per cent of men over the age of 50.  What causes male pattern hair loss?  MPHL is caused by a combination of genetic and hormonal factors.  A hormone called dihydrotestosterone … Read more

Covid-19: Bald men up to 2.5 TIMES more likely to suffer severe cases, study warns

Male pattern hair loss is the most common type of hair loss in men. It is also known as androgenetic alopecia.  It affects about 50 per cent of men over the age of 50.  What causes male pattern hair loss?  MPHL is caused by a combination of genetic and hormonal factors.  A hormone called dihydrotestosterone … Read more

DAVID JONES: As millions suffer in its pandemic, India’s narcissistic leader is building a folly

Hidden away in some half-forgotten chambers in the heart of New Delhi, there are two blocks of white sandstone — relics of India’s long years under the yoke of the British Raj. Laid down in 1911 by King George V and Queen Mary, who later reclined on thrones of solid gold, shaded from the blazing … Read more

DAVID JONES: As millions suffer in its pandemic, India’s narcissistic leader is building a folly

Hidden away in some half-forgotten chambers in the heart of New Delhi, there are two blocks of white sandstone — relics of India’s long years under the yoke of the British Raj. Laid down in 1911 by King George V and Queen Mary, who later reclined on thrones of solid gold, shaded from the blazing … Read more

Women who plan to have a C section are no more likely to suffer poor outcomes

Planned caesareans pose no bigger threat than vaginal deliveries for either mother or baby, according to a study. NHS doctors tend to only carry out the major procedure if it is considered the safest option because it carries several risks. But Canadian researchers have now challenged the claims, finding that it may even be better … Read more

Women who plan to have a C section are no more likely to suffer poor outcomes

Planned caesareans pose no bigger threat than vaginal deliveries for either mother or baby, according to a study. NHS doctors tend to only carry out the major procedure if it is considered the safest option because it carries several risks. But Canadian researchers have now challenged the claims, finding that it may even be better … Read more