Pope in ‘critical’ condition as Vatican ordeal rages on after ‘respiratory crisis’ | World | News
The Pope’s condition has deteriorated after suffering a “prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis” earlier today February 22. The Vatican said Pope Francis is “not out of danger” and remains critical after experiencing the respiratory crisis, which required high-flow oxygen. The 88-year old Argentine also required blood transfusions, due to blood tests revealing thrombocytopenia, which is associated […]
Drivers warned of key sign indicating need for an eye test amid headli
Motorists are being urged to check their eyesight after experts warned that struggling to see the road at night could be a sign they need an eye test. The warning comes amid growing concerns over the brightness of modern car headlights, which are leaving many drivers “dazzled” and at greater risk of accidents. With advancements […]
Police officer killed amid shooting at Pennsylvania hospital | Pennsylvania
A police officer was killed Saturday after responding to a shooting at a central Pennsylvania hospital, officials said. The officer slain in the shooting at UPMC memorial hospital in York was identified as Andrew Duarte of the West York borough police department. He had been responding to a mutual aid call, the department posted on […]
Finn Russell left kicking himself as Scotland star gifts Calcutta Cup to England | Rugby | Sport
Steve Borthwick’s England have the Calcutta Cup back after five long years but Finn Russell will be kicking himself back over Hadrian’s Wall. Scotland kingpin Russell missed a last-gasp conversion, to add to two other botched chances, and that was the difference in a cliffhanger of a Test. England skipper Maro Itoje got his hands […]
Pope Francis’s condition worse after ‘respiratory crisis,’ Vatican says
Pope Francis’s health has deteriorated over the past 24 hours, the Vatican said in a statement on Saturday, adding that he had suffered a “prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis” and had needed blood transfusions. “The Holy Father remains alert and has spent the day in a chair, though he is more unwell than yesterday. At the […]
NHS warns against taking ibuprofen if you have these three symptoms
Ibuprofen is a common painkiller used to relieve aches, reduce inflammation, and lower fever. However, the NHS has issued a warning for certain individuals who may experience adverse reactions to the medication. People who develop a runny nose, skin reactions, or wheezing after taking ibuprofen should stop using it immediately and seek alternative pain relief […]
Agony for Finn Russell after missed kick hands England win over Scotland | Six Nations 2025
At long last England have shaken off their Calcutta Cup blues. Never in the previous 153 years of this fixture had Scotland managed five successive wins over the auld enemy and another tartan triumph really would have had them dancing in the streets of Galashiels in Bill McLaren’s memory. This was a desperately tight old […]
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta ‘very angry’ and names who is to blame for West Ham upset | Football | Sport
Mikel Arteta admitted to being ‘very angry’ and blamed himself for not maintaining the required standards following Arsenal’s surprise defeat to West Ham. Jarrod Bowen secured all three points for the Hammers with a headed effort just before the break, with the hosts being made to pay for their shortcomings in a brutal blow to […]
Congo’s conflict is escalating week after week. Here’s why some say Canadians need to pay attention
As violence spreads across eastern Congo, members of Toronto’s Congolese community say they’re frustrated by Canada’s lack of awareness and response to the crisis. M23 rebels have taken over two major cities in the span of weeks, Goma and Bukavu. The UN reports that thousands of people have been killed since late January, including children, […]
Where you live shouldn’t decide your cancer fate | UK | News
When I was a child, my grandad died from cancer caused by a lifetime of smoking. I was only small, but I still remember his suffering vividly. His refusal to acknowledge anything was wrong with him for far too long could be put down to a stereotypically tough working-class attitude. One of battling on, no […]