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Vapes threaten to undo gains in tackling dangers of tobacco, health leaders warn

WHO calls for higher cigarette taxes, plus graphic warnings on vapes, heated tobacco products and nicotine pouches

The Guardian - UK

Call for more taxes on smoking to make up cuts to global aid funding

It comes as a new World Health Organisation report says progress tackling tobacco use has seen the biggest slow-down in almost 20 years

The Independent UK

The Who's biggest bust-ups: From fiery fist fights to sacking band members

The Who has a history of dramatic clashes, from Roger Daltry vs. Keith Moon to the latest turmoil with Zak Starkey's departure

Evening Standard

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Pete Townshend struggles with 'mood swings' and suicidal thoughts

The Who star Pete Townshend has admitted he struggles with "mood swings" and suicidal thoughts but he often feels better after a "cup of tea and a digestive biscuit".

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"He'll be sacking me next." Pete Townshend on Roger Daltrey and why Zak Starkey was fired by The Who

The Who's Pete Townshend describes Zak Starkey's sacking saga as "a mess"

Louder

US approves breakthrough HIV jab – but aid cuts mean it may not get to millions in need

FDA approval paves the way for the jab to roll out across the world. But with funding being slashed, will it get to the people who need it? Rachel Schraer reports

The Independent UK

Malaysia records first Covid death of 2025

Southeast Asian nation has recorded nearly 22,000 cumulative Covid cases so far this year

The Independent UK

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“I think Roger just got lost. Roger’s finding it difficult. I have to be careful what I say about Roger because he gets angry if I say anything about him at all": Pete Townshend has his say on Zak Starkey’s protracted dismissal from The Who

“He’ll be sacking me next,” quips the guitarist, “but that’s not to say that he sacked Zak”

MusicRadar

Beware Of Rabies When Travelling To These Places: British Woman Dies From Light Dog Scratch In Morocco

A woman has died in the UK after contracting rabies in Morocco four months ago. While the case poses no threat within the UK, officials remind Brits to be cautious around animals when going abroad.

International Business Times UK

Ringo Starr called Roger Daltrey ‘that little man’, says son sacked from the Who

Zak Starkey was sacked from the band after a disagreement about his performance at the Royal Albert Hall

The Guardian - UK

Which cities across the world have the worst air pollution and how does London compare?

In 2024, only 17% of cities met the World Health Organisation’s air pollution guideline

Evening Standard

What to know about the COVID variant causing 'razor blade' sore throats

A new COVID-19 variant may be causing “razor blade” sore throats in people who get it

The Independent UK

What’s behind the global surge of new Covid variant XFG – and should you get vaccinated?

WHO data shows ‘Stratus’ was a fastest growing variant in May to June

The Independent UK

Ringo Starr takes scathing swipe at The Who's Roger Daltrey over son's 'insane' firing

Starr’s son, Zak Starkey, was fired from The Who in April after 29 years as the band’s drummer — before being rehired and seemingly axed again

Evening Standard

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Euronews

The Netherlands hiked cigarette taxes to get smokers to quit. Many are buying tobacco abroad instead

The Dutch public health agency said policy changes are needed to prevent smokers from evading the country’s high tobacco taxes by buying these products abroad.

The Conversation

‘Active breaks’ can combat the health risks of a sedentary lifestyle, but what kind of exercise is best?

Technological advances and the habits of modern life have drastically reduced levels of physical activity around the world. The World Health Organisation (WHO) now warns that inactivity and sedentary lifestyles are one of the main risk factors for health problems and premature death.

Inverse

20 Years Ago, The Oldest Sci-Fi Show Set An Impossible Standard

"The Parting of the Ways" changed sci-fi TV finales forever. Here's why this 2005 'Doctor Who' finale holds up.

MusicRadar

“I got it right and Roger got it wrong... he came in a bar too early”: Zak Starkey offers a detailed explanation of the on-stage incident that led to him being fired from The Who

It seems that it all stemmed from the decision to play a Who’s Next album track

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The Independent UK

Hospital admissions up as new Covid variant spreads

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Louder

"What happened was I got it right and Roger got it wrong": Zak Starkey reveals the story behind his departure from The Who... and says he might yet return

This year's most complicated sacking just got even more complicated

The Independent UK

Newly knighted Roger Daltrey said he ‘didn’t care’ about honour in 2022 interview

The Who frontman once claimed he had been ‘too critical of our leaders’ to be considered for the honour

Evening Standard

The Who’s Roger Daltrey ‘very humbled’ by ‘dream come true’ knighthood

The singer is being honoured for services to charity and music.

Salon

Nimbus variant could start summer surge

As COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 spreads around the world, concerns about vaccine accessibility are rising

Euronews

Does coffee fight ageing? What the science really shows about it being good for your health

Coffee comes with some health benefits, but that doesn’t mean aficionados should drink as much as they want.

The Independent UK

9 best earplugs for concerts and festivals to protect your hearing

Reduce the amount of noise at your next event with these protective accessories

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