Sudan conflict: Air strike on Khartoum kills at least 20
Hundreds have died and millions have been forced from their homes since fighting began in April.
2023-09-04 00:27
GOP senator says McConnell is 'perfectly capable' following health scares
Republican Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota said Sunday that Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell is "perfectly capable" of carrying out his leadership position after he froze in public for the second time in as many months.
2023-09-04 00:00
Russia strikes Ukrainian ports near NATO border ahead of talks to resume grain deal
Russian forces attacked Ukrainian port facilities on the Danube River used for food exports on Sunday, a day before Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to discuss reviving a grain export deal with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
2023-09-03 23:59
‘Equalizer 3’ cleans up, while ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ score new records
According to studio estimates, the third installment in the Denzel Washington-led “Equalizer” franchise has topped the domestic box office this weekend with $34.5 million
2023-09-03 23:59
Italy Finance Minister Defends Bank Tax, Hedges on Paschi Timing
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2023-09-03 23:49
Salah scores in Liverpool's 3-0 win over Aston Villa as speculation swirls about his future
Mohamed Salah has put aside intense speculation about his future by scoring again for Liverpool in its dominant 3-0 win over Aston Villa that made it three straight victories in the Premier League for Jürgen Klopp's team
2023-09-03 23:29
US falls to Lithuania at Basketball World Cup but still qualifies for Paris Olympics
The U.S. is going to the Paris Olympics next summer
2023-09-03 23:25
What is Merkel cell skin cancer? The signs and symptoms of the rare condition
Jimmy Buffett died aged 76 on Friday (1 September), in hospice care, after a years-long private struggle with skin cancer. In a statement shared on his website, it was announced that the singer, who was best known for his hit song “Margaritaville”, had been fighting Merkel cell skin cancer for four years. Cancer Research UK has recently warned that skin cancer cases are set to rise by half by 2040, with rocketing diagnoses driven by the “cheap package holiday” boom of the 1960s. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Britain and kills around 2,100 people each year. It is also one of the most common cancers in the world. What is Merkel cell skin cancer? Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare type of skin cancer. According to Cancer Research UK, it starts in the Merkel cells, which are usually in the top layer of the skin. These cells are near the nerve endings and they help us respond to touch. The charity states that MCC is a “very rare” form of skin cancer, with 1,500 people diagnosed with the condition in England between 1999 and 2008. What are the causes of Merkel cell carcinoma? With most types of skin cancer, long-term exposure to sunlight can increase a person’s risk of getting MCC. Other factors that could increase a person’s risk include being exposed to ultraviolet light, having a condition that can weaken your immune system or having a virus called Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCPyV). What are the symptoms? MCC usually appears as lumps on the skin. According to Cancer Research UK, the lumps are often a blue/red colour and less than 2cm across but sometimes they can be larger. The skin over them is usually firm and they are not painful. These lumps are often found on the areas of the body that get the most direct sun, such as the head, neck, arms or legs. Unlike most common types of skin cancer, MCC can develop rapidly over weeks or months and can spread to other parts of the body such as the lungs, lymph nodes, liver or bones. The NHS advises that if you are in doubt, contact your GP. How to prevent developing skin cancer Skin cancer is not always preventable, but you can reduce your chance of developing it by avoiding overexposure to UV light. You can protect yourself from sunburn by using high-factor sunscreen, covering up your skin while in the sun, and limiting the amount of time you spend in the sun during the hottest part of the day. Sunbeds and sunlamps should also be avoided. Read More Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker seen leaving hospital after ‘urgent family matter’ Woman adopts husband’s ex-wife’s baby after growing up in foster care herself ‘People looked at me like I was oppressed in some way’: Young Christians on life in secular Britain How to check if you have skin cancer: Symptoms and signs to look out How many times a week you need to workout to get fit Post Malone shows off 55-pound weight loss in new photos after giving up soda
2023-09-03 23:24
Hubert Aiwanger: Bavarian deputy leader keeps job after antisemitism claims
Firing Hubert Aiwanger would be a disproportionate move, says Bavaria's leader.
2023-09-03 23:23
Florida fishing village Horseshoe Beach hopes to maintain its charm after being walloped by Idalia
The remote fishing village of Horseshoe Beach, Florida, took much of the pounding from Hurricane Idalia when it struck as a Category 3 storm last week
2023-09-03 23:23
Why Wisconsin Republicans are talking about impeaching a new state Supreme Court justice
Wisconsin’s Republican-controlled Legislature is talking about impeaching a newly elected liberal state Supreme Court justice even before she has heard a case
2023-09-03 23:21
Guatemala's electoral authority blocks the suspension of President-elect Bernardo Arévalo's party
Guatemala’s top electoral authority says that it has blocked the suspension of President-elect Bernardo Arévalo’s Seed Movement, at least temporarily giving the party back its legal status and cutting off an attempt by rials to weaken Arévalo
2023-09-03 23:19
