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Baby slings: what the evidence says about benefits, risks and safe use
Baby slings offer convenience and promote infant bonding, but serious risks include suffocation, falls, and hip dysplasia if the sling is used incorrectly Natalia Deriabina/Shutterstock Human babies are born more dependent on their caregivers than most other mammals. They need close contact with an adult for feeding, comfort, warmth andContinue Reading
Not all fruits and vegetables are equal when it comes to heart health, our research shows
The flavanols found in many fruits and vegetables are beneficial for heart health. nadianb/ Shutterstock Fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet. They provide nutrients and fibre, and many contain additional compounds (known as bioactives) that can improve health. But not all foods are created equal –Continue Reading
Emma Raducanu forced back onto court hours after winning match at Queen’s
Emma Raducanu will play two matches in one day at Queen’s (Image: Getty) Emma Raducanu will have to return to the Andy Murray Arena in just a few hours’ time, despite causing an upset as she beat No. 7 seed Sorana Cirstea 6-4 6-2 in the second round. Organisers areContinue Reading
Who is Dan Jarvis, the ‘steely-eyed messenger of death’ taking on the Ministry of Defence?
Stay on top of the latest political news with our View from Westminster newsletter Get the latest political headlines with our free email Get the latest political headlines with our free email Dan Jarvis, a former Parachute Regiment officer once known as the “steely-eyed messenger of death”, has been appointedContinue Reading
Jermaine Jenas says he’s ‘lost everything’ after BBC sacking: ‘I’ve been punished heavily’
Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent email Get the latest entertainment news with our free newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free newsletter Jermaine Jenas has spoken out about the severe consequences he faced after being dismissed by the BBC, stating heContinue Reading
Paddy Power owner Flutter scraps London listing in major blow to city’s financial markets
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Flutter, the owner of betting giants Paddy Power, Betfair, and SkyBet, is set to scrapContinue Reading
Nick Kyrgios clashes with umpire ahead of Wimbledon and demands ‘courtesy’
Nick Kyrgios at the BOSS OPEN (Image: Getty) Nick Kyrgios’ return to action on the ATP Tour at the BOSS Open ended in defeat and saw him clash with the umpire. Kyrgios returned to action for the first time since the Kooyong Classic in January earlier this week. The 31-year-oldContinue Reading
UK economy shrank by 0.1% in April following impact of Iran war
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Starmer latest: New defence secretary to speak this morning after cabinet resignations leave PM in turmoil
Increasing defence spending in an ‘irresponsible way’ would be ‘a zero sum game’, says Peter Kyle The Independent’s Political Correspondent Millie Cooke reports: Increasing defence spending in an “irresponsible way” would be “a zero sum game”, a Cabinet minister has said, arguing that Sir Keir Starmer has led the countryContinue Reading
How does your hospital rank in NHS corridor care crisis? Full list of worst-hit trusts revealed
Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email Nearly 3,000 sick patients were treated in NHS hospital corridors or makeshift areas every day in May rather than beds, butContinue Reading