
Julia Garner reveals lemon water secret that keeps her looking radiant
'Ozark' star Julia Garner says drinking lemon water each day helps keep her skin healthy, hydrated and radiant.
2023-10-13 20:18

Russia to build nuclear plant to meet Burkina Faso's energy needs
The deal comes after junta leader Capt Traore asked President Putin to help set up a nuclear plant.
2023-10-13 19:28

Second gentleman Doug Emhoff leans into his historic role as he fights antisemitism after Israel attacks
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff's role as a leader confronting antisemitism -- and, personally, his historic role as the first Jewish spouse of a president or vice president -- has taken new significance this week.
2023-10-13 19:27

Missing peace activist Vivian Silver - son awaits news, good or bad
My mother would say the atrocities are the result of not striving for peace, he tells Jeremy Bowen.
2023-10-13 18:25

Teacher killed in France school stabbing
Two other people have been seriously injured in the knife attack in the northern city of Arras.
2023-10-13 18:16

Biden to announce regional hydrogen hubs in hopes of sparking a clean-energy revolution
President Joe Biden on Friday will announce the locations of seven regional hubs to manufacture hydrogen -- a fuel cleaner than fossil fuels like oil, gas and coal -- but one which can be derived from renewable energy, nuclear power or planet-warming methane gas.
2023-10-13 17:26

Germany migrants: Seven dead after vehicle crashes in Bavaria
Authorities said the driver of a "suspected smuggling vehicle" attempted to evade police before losing control.
2023-10-13 17:23

GOP leadership crisis deepens as House remains paralyzed with no end in sight to speaker's race
Republicans are confronting a deepening leadership crisis that has left the House paralyzed with no clear path to elect a new speaker, after an effort to replace Kevin McCarthy following his historic ouster was derailed by entrenched opposition and deep divisions within the party.
2023-10-13 17:21

China deported 'large number' of N Korean defectors - Seoul
Sources in China said that up to 600 defectors were put on trucks and forcibly sent back on Monday.
2023-10-13 16:56

Online apps recommended to manage lower back pain
Online apps have been recommended to help people with lower back pain in a bid to tackle NHS waiting lists. Seven platforms have been given the green light for people over the age of 16 to manage their condition in early value assessment guidance published by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice). According to the NHS Long Term Plan, lower back pain is the biggest cause of disability and is thought to account for about 30% of GP consultations every year. England affected by long-term back pain" data-source="UKHSA"> UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) figures show there are 9.11 million people living with long-term back pain in England. Nice said it hopes its guidance will work towards reducing inequalities in care for musculoskeletal conditions. It also hopes the move could reduce NHS waiting lists, as well as bringing down the number for people using medication or waiting for GP or physiotherapy appointments. On Thursday, it emerged that a record 7.75 million people in England were waiting to start NHS treatment at the end of August. The digital platforms our committee has recommended could provide the NHS with extra capacity to get those effected off waiting lists, which vary in length across the country, and into treatment Mark Chapman, Nice Mark Chapman, interim director of medical technology and digital evaluation at Nice, said: “More than two million people suffer from low back pain each year and there are considerable pressures on NHS services to provide the treatment and care to those needing support with this debilitating condition. “The digital platforms our committee has recommended could provide the NHS with extra capacity to get those effected off waiting lists, which vary in length across the country, and into treatment. “We believe these technologies have the potential to offer value for money for the taxpayer, while offering people with low back pain quicker access to get the care they need at a time and place of their choosing.” The platforms recommended for NHS use are ACT for PAIN, getUBetter, Hinge Health, Kaia, Pathway through Pain, selfBACK and SupportBack. Some of the apps are designed for people with new back pain, while others are aimed at those with chronic back pain. These apps are yet another example of how technology can be used help patients get the care they need, when they need it Health minister Will Quince The platforms offer access to multi-disciplinary teams, along with guided exercise videos, and reminder functions for patients to do tasks such as filling in questionnaires. Health minister Will Quince added: “These apps are yet another example of how technology can be used help patients get the care they need, when they need it. “They offer a range of services which will allow patients to manage lower back pain from the comfort of their homes by improving access to musculoskeletal services – which will form a key part of our Major Conditions Strategy. “This will help to reduce pressures on the NHS and can help to cut waiting lists – one of the government’s top priorities – and will help people to live happier, healthier lives.” The technologies recommended in the guidance can be used once they have appropriate regulatory approval and meet the standards within NHS England’s Digital Technology Assessment Criteria, Nice said. The watchdog also recommends lower back pain self-management, exercise, manual therapies, psychological therapy, and combined physical and psychological programmes as well as return to work programmes. Denice Logan Rose, executive director of BackCare (National Back Pain Association), said: “Very many people living with non-specific low back pain feel that they have nowhere to turn for help, they are desperate and are at a complete loss about what they can do to help themselves. “Apps form a significant part of the technology-driven world we live in and if they can be used to help people living with back pain to lead more pain-free and active lives, this is a huge step forward.” Read More From choppy bobs to fox red, 5 celebrity-approved hair trends for autumn The UK’s first dedicated male breast cancer organisation has launched – here’s why it matters How Taylor Swift’s style has evolved over the years Model Emily Ratajkowski unveils latest fashion campaign 10 ways to cosy-up your home for an autumnal vibe 5 must-have bag trends for autumn
2023-10-13 16:25

Baz Luhrmann expands Australia into TV series using unseen footage
Director Baz Luhrmann has expanded his movie epic Australia into a six-part TV series TV series using unseen footage rescued from the cutting room floor
2023-10-13 15:22

'You've had enough of us': Steps won't be back for FOUR years
Steps have no plans to work together again until their 30th anniversary in four years time.
2023-10-13 15:22