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Bladder cancer patients given an immunotherapy drug are a third less likely to see disease come back and are more likely to survive, according to a ‘game-changer’ study.Patients with advanced (muscle-invasive) bladder cancer had significantly less risk of cancer progressing or returning when treated with durvalumab, and were more likely to still be alive two years after treatment.Experts from the University of Sheffield and Barts Cancer Institute at Queen Mary University of London included 1,063 patients with operable bladder cancer in their study.Patients were given either standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and gemcitabine) and surgery (530 people), or chemotherapy plus durvalumab before…
Feeling wired but tired? Often irritable or on the edge of burnout? Struggling to control your weight?These are classic signs of ‘cortisol overload’, when our bodies react to the stresses of everyday life by pumping out too much of what’s known as the ‘red alert’ hormone.In correct amounts, cortisol plays a valuable role – suppressing inflammation, regulating blood pressure, helping us sleep – but too much, and all of those benefits are reversed. Luckily, we can lower our cortisol levels through diet. And the even better news is, unlike conventional weight-loss diets, there’s nothing self-denying about this at all.I’m going…
A burglar disguised himself as a firefighter to gain access to decimated mansions caught in the path of the worst fires to ever tear through Los Angeles. He was among 29 people arrested by authorities who have vowed to prosecute looters to the full extent of the law as the city reels from devastating infernos, which are still destroying everything in their paths across southern California.Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna revealed on Sunday that a man had been arrested in glitzy Malibu – which was particularly ravaged by the largest of the fires – when he was caught burglarizing the…
By JAKE FENNER Published: 18:24 EST, 11 January 2025 | Updated: 08:34 EST, 12 January 2025 A social media star who allegedly dated NBA star Torrey Craig is openly wondering what his ‘type’ is amid claims he’s cheated on rapper Megan Thee Stallion.Davis, who is white, openly questioned her alleged ex’s taste in women and suggested that Craig typically dates people that look more like her.She made these statements on the ‘3 Girls 1 Kitchen’ podcast alongside OnlyFans model Alexa Adams and porn star Lana Rhoades. In addition to the attention garnered for her comments, some on the internet blasted Davis…
Founder of Saba Capital pushing for huge shake-up at seven trustsBoaz Weinstein to set out his plans to ‘deliver shareholder value’ at the trustsSaba has proposed to replace directors with its own nomineesBy JOHN-PAUL FORD ROJAS Updated: 18:39 EST, 12 January 2025 Hedge fund boss Boaz Weinstein will this week set out his plans to become a ‘white knight’ for Britain’s investment trusts – amid growing opposition in the City.The founder of New York-based Saba Capital, is pushing for a huge shake-up at seven of the trusts, which hold stocks, bonds and assets on behalf of investors.He will host a…
Sam Thompson jetted off to Jamaica with his I’m a Celebrity pal Marvin Humes amid his split from ex-girlfriend Zara McDermott.The Made In Chelsea star, 32, and the Love Islander, 28, were reported to have parted ways after five years together last month. And hours after Zara appeared to reveal that she has moved out of their Chelsea home, Sam headed out of the country. Taking to Instagram on Sunday, Sam shared a selfie of himself with JLS star Marvin, who he starred on I’m A Celeb with in 2023, and attached an emoji of the Jamaican flag. In a further hint that the…
By COLIN FERNANDEZ ENVIRONMENT EDITOR Published: 20:06 EST, 8 January 2025 | Updated: 20:44 EST, 8 January 2025 Nearly a quarter of freshwater animal species, from fish to dragonflies,face high risk of extinction worldwide, scientists have warned.The rise of chemical and sewage pollution, over-extraction of water and invasive species are all increasing the chances of thousands of types of creatures being wiped out, research showed.The global assessment of freshwater animals was carried out on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species.It evaluated the extinction risk of 23,496 freshwater species of fish, dragonflies, damselflies, crabs,…
Smokers are more likely to give up their habit and remain smoke-free if given rewards for doing so, a study reveals.The incentives are particularly effective among pregnant women, who are twice as likely to quit when offered financial inducements.Health campaigners say the ‘clear evidence’ should lead to the widespread roll-out of reward schemes for pregnant smokers.They can take the form of cash payments, vouchers, or the return of money deposited by those taking part.Such schemes are run in workplaces and clinics and sometimes as community programmes.Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of miscarriage and stillbirth and raises the odds of…
Meghan Markle has decided to delay the launch of her new lifestyle and cooking Netflix show due to the ongoing LA wildfire crisis.The programme, With Love, Meghan, was set to be released on January 15, but this has now been moved to March 4. A statement issued by the Duchess of Sussex on Sunday, three days before the series was scheduled to debut, read: ‘I’m thankful to my partners at Netflix for supporting me in delaying the launch, as we focus on the needs of those impacted by the wildfires in my home state of California.’With Love, Meghan reportedly includes tributes…
By ISABEL BALDWIN Published: 17:50 EST, 12 January 2025 | Updated: 17:50 EST, 12 January 2025 While Deion Sanders may be interested in the coaching vacancy in Las Vegas, it appears the Raiders do not reciprocate the sentiment. The Colorado head coach is said to have ‘very strong interest’ in the position after the Raiders wielded the axe earlier this week, dismissing both Antonio Pierce and general manager Tom Telesco. However, despite Sanders opening the door to a potential NFL move, the Raiders are reportedly not biting. Mark Davis and co. have ‘zero interest’ in hiring the 57-year-old, according to The Athletic,…