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October 2023

Patients waiting months could travel for treatment

Those who have not been seen for more than 40 weeks will get a chance to go elsewhere in England. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/ZXjeoKO

Elon Musk expected to attend AI summit in UK

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he would do a live interview with the tech billionaire. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/zcQ5lnR

Canada bans Chinese app WeChat from government devices

It's worried about spying with the app, which is like WhatsApp, Facebook, Amazon and Tinder combined from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/…

US announces 'strongest global action yet' on AI safety

The measures have been issued less than 48 hours before the UK hosts an AI safety summit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/FR1O0jC

Hunt is on to find more effective flu treatments

Flu deaths hit a five-year high last winter and treatments for worst cases are still lacking, experts say. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/HS…

Nicola Sturgeon's Covid WhatsApp messages were deleted - newspaper report

Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon is reported to have deleted messages relating to the pandemic. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/kRluKS5

Belfast Royal Victoria Hospital: I'm nearly 80 and still nursing

"Unflappable" Jimmy turns 80 next month and is still working in intensive care at a Belfast hospital. from BBC News - Health https://ift.…

Sale of NHS data up to government, says tech boss

The head of Palantir, which is in the running for an NHS contract, says it would not have access to data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt…

'My NHS hell waiting for surgery and information'

When former BBC correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones broke his elbow he waited days for an operation. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/tpqhd4f

Can Rishi Sunak’s big summit save us from AI nightmare?

The BBC's tech editor, Zoe Kleinman, looks ahead to next week's AI Safety Summit, hosted by the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.…

NHS waits could exceed eight million by summer, charity says

Based on latest trends, yet more patients will be forced to wait, even if doctor strikes cease, projections suggest. from BBC News - Health https:/…

After a year of Elon Musk, what's next for X?

How the billionaire's purchase of Twitter has changed the platform and what the future may hold. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ntid…

Scottish Government accused of withholding Covid WhatsApps

A lawyer for the UK Covid Inquiry says it is surprising that so many messages have been deleted. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/Yjsr6f1

NHS pay: Health staff begin legal fight over Covid bonus

The government may face a judicial review after excluding outsourced workers from a one-off bonus. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/luigy9c

AI could worsen cyber-threats, report warns

By 2025 AI could increase cyber-attack risk, and help plan physical attacks, report warns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/RB4KZV9

Airbnb turns to AI to help prevent house parties

The short-term rental giant is now using artificial intelligence to try to prevent troublemakers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/HpWKlYJ…

SAD: Weatherman Derek Brockway on combating his winter sadness

Derek Brockway feels low as the seasons change, just like two million others across the UK. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/fU7Zro5

Ugandan teenage cancer patient: How a bed saved my life

Many young Ugandan patients stop free treatment as their families cannot afford other hidden costs. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/pyEAaxQ

Scientists: Allow forbidden 28-day embryo experiments

Many UK scientists want to double the time allowed for embryo research - and there could be public support. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/r…

Paedophiles using AI to turn singers and film stars into kids

Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/rc8uld…

Willenhall lorry driver thanks wife after his breast cancer diagnosis

Darren Pallett, whose wife found his lump, has said he wants other men to get themselves checked. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/7KCzZHJ

Short selling: Don’t be the 'Dumb Money'

Short selling can be risky, but more and more amateur investors are taking it up. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/aNdGJPW

'Failure to act' on suicide website linked to 50 UK deaths

UK families angry at lack of action to shut down online suicide forum despite coroners' warnings. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/dXrAjFN…

Longer rugby careers linked to higher risk of brain injury - study

Scientists found signs of degenerative disease in professional as well as club players' brains. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/xSRqinX

Biggest cervical cancer drug advance in 20 years hailed

Using existing drugs differently may be the biggest treatment breakthrough for decades, say scientists. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/KsF5r…

Welsh Ambulance Service declares extraordinary incident due to delays

The Welsh Ambulance Service declares an extraordinary incident due to delays handing over patients. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/RFAt0bx

TikTok personal trainer says stammer is his superpower

Personal trainer Joe Dilling uses social media to encourage acceptance for people who stutter. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/sf7nmMW

Mario v Sonic: Rivals launch similar games in same week

It is the first time for more than 30 years that the two rivals have released games in the same week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/lyT…

Google Pixel’s face-altering photo tool sparks AI manipulation debate

A new breed of smartphone tools are raising fresh questions about what it means to photograph reality. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Ee…

Mental health help for under-fives overlooked - report

Intervening when a child is very young can stop mental health conditions developing, experts say. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/BsGKALE

Junior and specialist doctors in England to hold pay talks with government

The BMA says it will hold talks with the government over pay for junior and specialist doctors. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/lhoPxns

Crumbling concrete: Raac found in 18 more hospitals in England

Hospitals say it puts patients at risk, but surveys are yet to uncover how extensive it is. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/GKxOjBb

Elon Musk says X to have two new premium tiers

The latest change to the platform will see two layers of subscriptions - one with adverts and one without. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t…

Two-tier care crisis: People forced to pay or wait

Staffing, funding and cost of living pressures mean a greater risk of an unfair system, says watchdog. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/mqt4Ek…

Amazon launches humanoid robots to 'free up' staff

The US tech giant is looking at ways it can automate more of its operations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/mk9b5zL

Birmingham NHS trust sacks staff after sexual harassment claims

The three sackings, at University Hospitals Birmingham, are revealed at a sexual safety charter launch. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/0MAXO…

Nokia to axe up to 14,000 jobs to cut costs

The Finnish telecoms giant reported a disappointing result due to slowing sales of 5G equipment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/HdSe295

Nvidia and iPhone maker Foxconn to build "AI factories"

This comes as the US announced plans to cut off more exports of advanced chips to China, in a blow to Nvidia. from BBC News - Technology https://if…

Clampdown on unproven fertility treatment add-ons

A new ratings system from the regulator gives information on whether optional extras are effective. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/PvJtf6r

Experts call for tighter limits on 'forever chemicals' in water

A group of leading scientists have said the current levels of PFAS could be damaging to human health. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/XkW3MQR…

Twitter glitch allows CIA informant channel to be hijacked

US spies and informants could have been directed to hostile nations through a CIA mistake made on X. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/OPeM…

NHS strikes: Consultants and government to hold talks to try to end dispute

The British Medical Association says strikes will be paused to allow time for the two sides to meet. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/rz0MtgI

Lack of urgency in government as Covid spread, inquiry told

Prof Neil Ferguson denies he "stepped over the line" as a government adviser on Covid. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/DoGQjmB

Gambling levy could raise £100m for NHS treatment

The UK government is proposing gambling companies contribute 1% a year of what they make. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/nGUVqR3

Eczema: Sister creates device to ease brother's condition

Lauren Hill has made a gadget that safely scratches skin and stops itchy sensations. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/YKXw5Cg

Nottingham mother struggling to get ADHD medication

Kimberley Grant says her daughter's education is put at risk if she does not have her medication. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2JNuFjn…

German chancellor Olaf Scholz could snub British AI summit

The BBC understands the German chancellor may turn down his invitation to the event on 1 November. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Gkt1OQ…

NHS psych ward period provision criticised by patients

Patients say getting access to pads and tampons on mental health wards can be a struggle. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/BgFhRYo

Care home boss shocked at speed of Covid variant

Kay Emsley says she was taken by surprise at how quickly residents at Shipdham Manor fell ill. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/uvL3HS1

Australia fines X for failing to crack down on child abuse content

It comes as X's owner Elon Musk had earlier called child safety his number one priority. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/xDIz4nj

NHS Wales: Thousands of hours missing from A&E figures

A&E waits in Wales have been seriously under-reported in official figures each month for a decade. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3oUryS…

TikTok says action taken on Israel conflict videos

The social media firm lists what it is doing to tackle misinformation after a warning by the EU. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ez0Eoqg

What does TikTok's EGX sponsorship mean for the games industry?

The app's hoping to take on Twitch and YouTube to become the main stop for online video games content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t…

Microsoft Activision: What does deal mean for gamers?

Call of Duty might be an Xbox exclusive one day, but not for at least 15 years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/IQa7yZv

The 'gay tax' facing same-sex couples starting a family

Couples are still paying thousands before they can access NHS fertility treatment, the BBC finds. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/XbucAnr

Muckamore inquiry: Staff accused of ignoring TB symptoms

The mother of a former patient said staff seemed "not to care" as he lost a large amount of weight. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt…

Lung cancer screening in Wales lags behind England - charity

A grandmother recalls how as a teenager she was rewarded with cigarettes for doing the ironing. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/lg1uz0w

Wheelchairs and weight: 'I haven't been able to weigh myself for 22 years'

Wheelchair users find it near-impossible to find accessible scales and keep check of their weight. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/1Hjx5Zw

EU opens investigation into X over alleged disinformation

X, formerly Twitter, is being investigated over the possible spread of terrorist and violent content after Hamas' Israel attack. from BBC News …

February warning Covid could swamp NHS, inquiry told

Prof Graham Medley said that civil servants would have been aware of those concerns at the time. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/uskOvKV

X claims it is erasing 'illegal' Hamas content after EU ultimatum

The EU gave the former Twitter 24 hours to respond to an order to clean up "disinformation". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/iL…

NHS waiting list in England rises to record 7.75m

Data shows August was a very busy month for hospitals and ambulance services. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/WxulvDN

Botched dentistry: Harlow man took his life after years of pain

A coroner concludes a man's dental surgery in 2008 impacted his "ability to cope with daily life". from BBC News - Health https://ift…

Pret a Manger death: 'Lack of progress' after mum's death in Bath

The family of Celia Marsh, who had a severe dairy allergy, want more done to protect others. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/dgaQAML

Schools and NHS caterers ‘must stop’ antibiotic overuse

Health and animal welfare campaigners say the overuse of antibiotics by UK farmers should be banned. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/SsXTFDz

Nearly half a billion small tech items thrown away

Electrical items such as vapes, fans, cables and USB sticks can all be recycled from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/aD47vVU

Never start vaping, says 12-year-old girl with lung damage

Sarah had asthma and was a heavy vaper when she was rushed to hospital with breathing problems. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/iZnIT2F

Jewish parents told to delete social media apps

Some schools have suggested parents delete apps such as TikTok and Instagram due to the violent content circulating. from BBC News - Technology htt…

The NHS must modernise or die, Wes Streeting says

The shadow health secretary warns the ageing population could bankrupt the NHS, as he sets out plans. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/YEzcIb0…

EU warns Elon Musk 'disinformation' is spreading on X after Hamas attack

The EU has written to Elon Musk warning him that the platform is being used to spread illegal content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Hg…

Clubs promoting NFTs pose 'risk' to fans, MPs warn

A committee of MPs say artists and sport clubs' reputations are at risk if they promote NFTs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Qdcjg36…

Bird flu: Scientists see gene editing hope for immune chickens

Researchers have developed gene-edited chickens that are partially resistant to bird flu. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/OCyYJK0

Warning AI industry could use as much energy as the Netherlands

A new study looks at the environmental impact of artificial intelligence if current trends continue. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/1fTz…

Partygate revelations destroyed trust in government, inquiry told

Ex-cabinet secretary says 'under no circumstances' should lockdown parties have taken place. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/uOdRveJ

Unity boss resigns after game engine pricing backlash

The firm powers hit games including Pokemon Go, and had wanted to charge developers extra fees. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/gsUPZDV

Technology festival's sock that detect Alzheimer's signs

The socks, which can detect the early signs of the condition, are among innovations on show in Bristol. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/o…

Heating on prescription call for Wales' medically vulnerable

Louise is still behind on her heating bills from last winter. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/Rhw95eN

Man trains home cameras to help repel badgers and foxes

James Milward went high tech in his quest to stop the animals fouling in his Surrey garden. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/kbchdrK

Weight-loss drug approved for use by NHS Scotland

Wegovy, which is delivered via injection, makes people feel fuller and more satisfied so they eat less. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/IBT41…

ADHD medication: Supply issue leaves man without pills

Simon Hawkins says not knowing when he will get his tablets is stressful as shortages hit Wales. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/TA8KSav

Nevada lithium mine leads to 'green colonialism' accusations

The rush to mine lithium for car batteries is dividing environmental and native American communities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/rba…

Tweet saying FTX was "fine" was false, court hears

The FTX co-founder tells court that Sam Bankman-Fried's public claims about FTX did not match reality. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t…

How is the ADHD medication shortage in the UK affecting people?

People with the condition say they face uncertain times as their supplies run out or run low. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/HC942Lg

'Long colds' are a thing, like long Covid say experts

Common 'long cold' symptoms people reported include a cough, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3aUIeFW

Covid inquiry: Minority doctors less forthright about poor PPE, BMA says

Racism meant ethnic-minority doctors felt unable to challenge poor PPE, the Covid inquiry hears. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/ZQYn7Nq

Covid jab could be available privately from 2024

Moderna is hoping to make its Covid jab available privately in the UK. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/l78JRYo

Assassin's Creed Mirage: Why Arabic is at the heart of the new game

The makers of the latest in the stealth action series have put Arabic front and centre of the project. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/da…

Bedbugs: How to deal with an infestation

Although uncomfortable, bedbug bites are not typically dangerous and are often easily dealt with. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/eyC379P

Pregnant smokers in Lincolnshire get help to quit

A new scheme is helping women in Lincolnshire stop smoking before they give birth. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/8l5TsRB

Amazon and Microsoft to face cloud computing competition probe

The competition watchdog is investigating the tech giants' cloud computing dominance. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/xgphQkT

GP burnout: 'I was left feeling like a husk of a human'

A support service for NHS staff reports a 77% rise in doctors seeking help for mental health issues. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/dFI65WV

MrBeast and BBC stars used in deepfake scam videos

Fraudsters have manipulated images of the popular YouTuber and two journalists to dupe viewers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/v1Hoxuc

Lucy Letby: Corporate manslaughter probe at Chester hospital

Cheshire Police begins a corporate manslaughter inquiry at a hospital after the conviction of Lucy Letby. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/wLf…

Police access to passport photos 'risks public trust'

The government wants to allow police to search all passport images to catch criminals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/dEIWR5l

Cancer and heart care risk in strike - NHS England

Continuing double doctor strike is compromising urgent care, bosses say, but union blames bad planning. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2o4wU…

Sir Patrick Vallance criticises Boris Johnson's 'impossible flip-flopping'

Sir Patrick Vallance writes of No 10 "chaos as usual" in diary extracts released to the Covid inquiry. from BBC News - Health https://ift…

TikTok: Social media app halts online shopping service in Indonesia

The country's government banned social media platforms from selling goods to protect physical stores. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt…

Rules of engagement issued to hacktivists after chaos

The ICRC writes rules of engagement for civilian hackers, as unprecedented numbers join cyber-conflicts from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/x…

TikTok testing out advert-free monthly subscription

The video sharing site is looking into charging a fee of around $4.99 to get rid of ads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/fjZYUm9

Trans women may be banned from women's NHS wards

Health Secretary promises consultation on NHS constitution, calling for a "common-sense" approach. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/…

Leicester: Face masks mandatory again in parts of city hospitals

The move has been prompted by a rise in patients testing positive for Covid, senior medics say. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/j1zhWDS

Greenland women seek compensation over involuntary birth control

Some 4,500 women were fitted with coils as part of attempts to limit the territory's population. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/LWmDQZ3

Covid Inquiry focuses on government as stakes rise

Government decisions in the pandemic's early days will be scrutinised as the Covid inquiry continues. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/cHs…

Onewheel: Snowboard Shop halts sales after four deaths in US

The Snowboard Shop halts sales of Onewheel electric skateboards following a recall in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/IfkZtLj

New, cheap malaria vaccine backed by WHO

Deals are in place to make 100 million doses of the vaccine each year to fight the complex disease. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/U58CEuO

Tom Hanks warns dental plan ad image is AI fake

The actor says he is the latest celebrity to fall victim to a deepfake scam, and has "nothing to do with it". from BBC News - Technology …

Nobel Prize goes to scientists behind mRNA Covid vaccines

Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman will share this year's Nobel prize for medicine. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/plCSMeO

Covid will 'continue to surprise us', warns health official

Health officials are encouraging anyone eligible to get jabs to protect against Covid and flu. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2cOFaKk

72-hour doctor strike to cause extreme disruption

Three-day joint walkout by junior doctors and consultants begins on Monday as pay dispute escalates. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/QlJqigN
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