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Post-sepsis syndrome: when the body recovers but the brain doesn’t

Stroke patients get rehab. Heart attack survivors get follow-up care. Sepsis survivors? Often nothing.

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Caveman method skincare: how neglecting skincare completely can give you ‘cornflake’ build-up

Yes, skipping skincare might reduce irritation but it can also invite infection, buildup and even mask disease.

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Why are Turkey and the PKK turning to peace – and can it last?

There are clear reasons for both the Turkish state and the PKK to come to the negotiating table now.

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Why spring 2025 is so dry

Despite the familiar saying, April 2025 was significantly short on showers.

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Forget chatbots: research suggests reading can help combat loneliness and boost the brain

People who read report a deeper understanding of others’ experiences and beliefs.

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Universities and social care depend on immigration. The UK government’s plans could be an economic own goal

Both sectors are already in crisis – and plans for more curbs on immigration will hit them hard.

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Peter Sullivan murder conviction quashed after 38 years in jail – it would be a mistake to see his case as a bizarre, one-off

It is the longest miscarriage of justice experienced by a living inmate in the UK.

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China-US trade war: the next 90 days are a big deal for Beijing as it seeks long-term solutions

China is focused on what will happen at the end of the 90-day tariff pause, and what it can get from the US negotiators.

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How 7,000 steps a day could help reduce your risk of cancer

Study shows how small changes make a big difference when it comes to physical activity and reducing cancer risk.

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