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AI toys for children misread emotions and respond inappropriately, researchers warn

Fri, 03/13/2026 - 12:10
In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions.
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AI toys for children misread emotions and respond inappropriately, researchers warn

Fri, 03/13/2026 - 12:10
In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions.
Categories: World News

Woman with rare blood feels 'honoured' to donate

Fri, 03/13/2026 - 09:22
A woman whose blood is so rare that it is frozen for up to three decades feels "very special".
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Woman with rare blood feels 'honoured' to donate

Fri, 03/13/2026 - 09:22
A woman whose blood is so rare that it is frozen for up to three decades feels "very special".
Categories: World News

Woman with rare blood feels 'honoured' to donate

Fri, 03/13/2026 - 09:22
A woman whose blood is so rare that it is frozen for up to three decades feels "very special".
Categories: World News

GPs tell BBC they've NEVER refused sick note for mental health

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 20:15
BBC News sent a questionnaire to more than 5,000 GPs in England.
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GPs tell BBC they've NEVER refused sick note for mental health

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 20:15
BBC News sent a questionnaire to more than 5,000 GPs in England.
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NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you?

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 14:02
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.
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NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you?

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 14:02
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.
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NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you?

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 14:02
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.
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The family donating kidneys to their siblings

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 13:40
"When people say to you, 'what have you done in your life?' I can say I've saved someone's life."
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The family donating kidneys to their siblings

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 13:40
"When people say to you, 'what have you done in your life?' I can say I've saved someone's life."
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Police probe breast cancer treatment allegations

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 12:22
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
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Police probe breast cancer treatment allegations

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 12:22
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
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Police probe breast cancer treatment allegations

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 12:22
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
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Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 12:21
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.
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Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 12:21
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.
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Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns

Thu, 03/12/2026 - 12:21
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.
Categories: World News

Proton beam hope for asbestos cancer patients

Wed, 03/11/2026 - 20:04
Mesothelioma is an incurable cancer linked to asbestos, but a trial hopes to prolong patient lives.
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Proton beam hope for asbestos cancer patients

Wed, 03/11/2026 - 20:04
Mesothelioma is an incurable cancer linked to asbestos, but a trial hopes to prolong patient lives.
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