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Heartbreak High is returning for one more season!

Dr Poonam Desai, an anti-aging and longevity expert has taken to TikTok, posting a video unveiling the top five breakfast foods to avoid for a healthier start to the day.

Creating a comfortable sleep environment means adjusting your setup to fit each season. As temperatures shift, the materials and layers you use should adapt to keep you cosy or cool as needed. The right choice of materials and layers can greatly improve your sleep quality, making staying comfortable throughout the year easier. From lightweight fabrics for summer to warmer layers for winter, understanding seasonal needs can make a big difference.

Christina Applegate is sharing some very candid comments about her battle with multiple sclerosis (MS).

New statistics from Social Security Scotland show that at the end of July, some 314,495 people were in receipt of Adult Disability Payment (ADP), the devolved benefit that has now replaced all new claims for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) north of the border. Of that total figure, 115,035 (37%) were new applicants and 199,460 (63%) had their PIP award transferred from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Richard Gadd has revealed he decided to confess all in his hit TV show Baby Reindeer because therapy failed to help him overcome the trauma of sexual abuse.

Explosions were heard in Salford on Bonfire Night after a car was torched. Emergency crews taped off Liverpool Street in Salford to reports of the vehicle blaze at around 9.30pm.

A third season of Southern Hospitality is in the works!

Jeremy Clarkson has sparked excitement with the announcement of a fifth season for his hit Prime Video series, Clarkson's Farm.The 64 year old former Top Gear star has been at the helm of the show for four seasons, documenting his often humorous struggles with farming life on his land in Oxfordshire.The show has brought considerable fame to his Diddly Squat farm shop, drawing crowds to Chadlington, near Chipping Norton, as fans flock to the countryside spot. Since the show's debut in 2021, Clarkson has expanded his ventures, launching Hawkstone Brewery and opening a pub in Asthall, near Burford, named The Farmer’s Dog.

Below Deck is one of the most popular shows on Bravo and the Sailing Yacht spinoff is currently airing.

The late Dr Michael Mosley, the creator of The Fast 800 and 5:2 diets, offered his guidance on what grub Brits should be munching if they've opted for intermittent fasting. This dieting method has been proven to not only slash body fat, particularly around the midriff, but can also aid with various health issues, such as diabetes, high cholesterol and heart disease.

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This Morning regular, Trevor Sorbie, has revealed that he has 'weeks to live' after declining chemotherapy treatment which 'might have given him another month'. The 76-year-old celebrity hairdresser revealed last month that he had terminal bowel cancer and it has since spread to his liver

9-1-1 fans might be welcoming a 9-1-1: Lone Star actor into the flagship series.

The goal each and every day is to gradually grow stronger on the inside, so that less and less on the outside can affect your inner wellness without your conscious permission.Truth be told, how you cope with unexpected problems and frustrations can easily be the difference between living a good life and living an unhealthy one. If you choose unhealthy coping mechanisms like avoidance or denial, for example, you can quickly turn a tough situation into a tragic one.

official five-day royal tour of Australia and Samoa.

A nurse issued an urgent health warning over a nasty strain of norovirus, also known as the "winter vomiting bug". The horrible illness is already wreaking havoc across the UK with a 29% surge in cases between September 23 and October 6.The stomach bug, known for its highly unpleasant symptoms including vomiting and diarrhoea, is usually short-lived, resolving itself within two days, as per NHS definitions.

“Of all the months of the year there is not a month one half so welcome to the young, or so full of happy associations, as the last month of the year.” – Charles Dickens“December is the month of hope and faith, when even the darkest days fill with light.” – Unknown“December’s wintery breath is already clouding the pond, frosting the pane, obscuring summer’s memory.” – John Geddes“December is a good time to reflect on the year past and dream of possibilities for the year ahead a door closes and new one opens.” – Rip Miller“December teaches us that endings are just beginnings in disguise.” – Madeleine L’Engle“The magic of December lies in its ability to bring people together.” – Richard Paul Evans“December is the month of miracles.” – Unknown“Welcome winter. Your late dawns and chilled breath make me lazy, but I love you nonetheless.” – Terri Guillemets“May and October, the best-smelling months? I’ll make a case for December; evergreen, frost, wood smoke, cinnamon.” – Lisa Kleypas“The darkness before Christmas is a time to kindle our inner light.” – Joanna Macy“December has the clarity, the simplicity, and the silence you need for the best fresh start of your life.” – Vivian Swift“December, being the last month of the year, cannot help but make us think of what is to come.” – Fennel Hudson“The cold December wind reminds us that we are generations of survivors, ready to face any challenge.” – Unknown“In cold December fragrant chaplets blow, and heavy harvests nod beneath the snow.” – Alexander Pope“What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the new year.” – Vern McLellan“Snow flurries began to fall and they swirled around people’s legs like house cats.

King Charles had a cancer scare years before he took the throne, which prepared him for his diagnosis earlier this year, a royal insider has revealed.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson has been supported by fans after he shared his struggles during what was meant to be an action-packed weekend of fun for him.The star, known for his role as Steve McDonald on the ITV soap, kept fans updated while taking part in the London to Brighton veteran car run, which showcases vintage cars with a speed limit of 20 miles per hour. However, as he explained, the car didn't make it - and neither did he.

Hairdresser to the stars Trevor Sorbie has rejected chemotherapy treatment which might have given the 76-year-old "another month" to live.Trevor, who is part of the This Morning team, is living with bowel cancer which has spread to his liver. In a raw interview with the Times today, he said: "When I asked a nurse if I'd still be here at Christmas, she said, 'We don't know, Trevor'." And that annoyed me. I've got cancer in my body, but not in here.

Trevor Sorbie, a regular on This Morning, has revealed he has 'weeks to live' after declining chemotherapy treatment that 'might have given him another month'.

“Cry as often as you need to. It’s the all-purpose healing balm of the soul.” ~Karla McLaren,

Depending on the source, there are around 6 million car accidents in the U.S. every year. 

A locum surgeon made a 'gross' and 'extraordinary' error while operating on a seriously ill young man, an inquest heard.

Our Yorkshire Farm's Clive Owen has had significant surgery, Amanda Owen revealed in a recent update. During an exclusive preview of their new series Our Farm Next Door on ITV's Lorraine, Amanda shared that Clive is recuperating from a hip operation and the family is rallying around him.

This is so vile! James Van Der Beek…

issued a public apology to his loved ones after claiming he was forced to disclose his private health battle. The “Dawson’s Creek” star, 47, shared the news with People on Sunday before disclosing to his social media followers why he made the announcement now.“’It is cancer…'” Van Der Beek’s Instagram post began.“Each year, approximately 2 billion people around the world receive this diagnosis. And I’m one of them.

Deadloch‘s cast is growing!

Rhabdomyosarcoma in her jaw muscle. She was diagnosed with the illness in 2021.The influencer said her goodbye to fans with a last “get ready with me” video intended to be shared after her death.

Outdoor living has always been a source of joy, offering a chance to connect with nature and engage in physical activities. For those with mobility challenges, however, the great outdoors can often seem inaccessible. Powered wheelchairs have transformed this landscape, opening up new horizons and enabling individuals to explore the world around them. This blog explores the advancements in powered wheelchairs, their benefits, and how they enhance outdoor living for everyone.

A mother-of-two who was operated on by breast surgeon Ian Paterson was not informed that other medical experts believed treatment he recommended was not the safest option, an inquest has heard. The third of 62 inquests being held on patients of Paterson, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence for wounding, was told Christine Baker died after putting her trust in Paterson's advice to have a "skin-sparing" mastectomy in 2005.

An air ambulance was scrambled to an incident in Rochdale on Monday afternoon (November 4) with an area taped off by police.

A beloved TikTok star has sadly passed away… And she was the one to announce the news.

Amy Dowden will not return to this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC has confirmed.The 34-year-old Welsh star, who was partnered with JLS star JB Gill, was rushed to hospital on Saturday, October 26, after feeling unwell after the live show. She was taken from Elstree Studios, the BBC One show's production centre, to Barnet Hospital as a precautionary measure.

James Van Der Beek is opening up more about his cancer.

“When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write the ending.” ~ Brené Brown

Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek revealed the news that he has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, but the news had to be shared early.

“Dawson’s Creek” actor, 47, wrote on Instagram Sunday that he didn’t intend to announce his health diagnosis via his brief statement to People, but he had to “alter” his plan because his diagnosis was allegedly going to be leaked by “a tabloid.”“There’s no playbook for how announce these things, but I’d planned on talking about it at length with People magazine at some point soon … to raise awareness and tell my story on my own terms,” Van Der Beek explained. “But that plan had to be altered early this morning when I was informed that a tabloid was going to run with the news,” he added.The father of six said he was “privately” dealing with the diagnosis and “getting treatment and dialing in my overall health with greater focus than ever before” prior to the news breaking Sunday.“I’m in a good place and feeling strong,” he told his followers.

Diann Wingert’s executive assistant is a boss whisperer, a person who has the unique ability to understand their supervisor’s psychology, nature, and behavior — and respond calmly and effectively to off-topic tangents, memory hiccups, and other challenges. And Wingert says every boss with ADHD needs one.When Wingert’s ADHD brain bursts with ideas that simply must be shared with her employees right now, even during a meeting about something entirely different, her trusted assistant gently nudges her back on track and to the subject at hand.“When I have a new idea and fall madly in love with it, well, it’s as if we don’t have other initiatives” to attend to, says Wingert, a licensed psychotherapist, coach, consultant, and serial entrepreneur.

$39.99Kids (and cats) love to cocoon themselves in small, cozy spaces. The OUTREE Kids Pod Swing Seat appeals to the sensory-seeking child who loves to spin or swing and the emotionally dysregulated child who needs a space to reset. The cotton-canvas hammock swing can support up to 100 pounds of body weight and is suitable for indoor or outdoor use.

A woman who was brought to a "near death" state during brain surgery claimed she "floated above a doctor's shoulder" and watched the procedure she shouldn't have been able to see. The case of Pam Reynolds Lowery is one of the most thoroughly documented and significant "near death experience" accounts on record.

When searching for a "healthy" drink, you might typically grab a smoothie, protein shake, or a green juice. However, research indicates that a particular hot drink might be more beneficial than expected—good news for those with a sweet tooth.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson has been flooded with well wishes as he revealed he'd been struck down during what was set to be a busy weekend.

Double rapist Isla Bryson has launched a vicious verbal attack on JK Rowling over transgender rights.

As the cost of living continues to soar, experts are offering advice to motorists on how they can reduce their car insurance costs with a few straightforward tactics to decrease their premiums.

James Van Der Beek has expressed his gratitude for "all the love and support" he and his family have received following his cancer diagnosis. In an interview with US magazine People, the star of Dawson's Creek revealed that he has been privately battling colorectal cancer but remains optimistic.The 47-year-old took to Instagram to share his diagnosis, apologising to those close to him who found out through the media. He said: "'It is cancer...' Each year, approximately 2 billion people around the world receive this diagnosis.