Popular hair trend can actually lead to thinning and graying, experts warn
Hair today, gone tomorrow.
· Rachel Sacks
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A sign is seen outside Tallahassee Memorial Hospital on Feb. 3, 2023, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Anthony Izaguirre, File)
5 drivers positive for illegal drugs in Iloilo
ILOILO CITY — At least five public utility drivers have tested positive for illegal drugs during the first day of surprise drug testing operations under Oplan Harabas across Western Visayas on Monday.
· Rjay Zuriaga Castor
Growth, pressure and a system reset
THE Philippine aviation sector is navigating its most significant transition since the deregulation of the 1990s. As the country crosses into 2026, the sector is no longer merely recovering from the pandemic; it is being fundamentally rebuilt. From the private sector-led overhaul of the nation’s primary gateway to a…
· Raymond Gregory Tribdino
How people perceive health insurance
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· Jovanie Tuguinay
Charles Barkley rails against ‘disgraceful’ treatment of immigrants on March Madness broadcast
Charles Barkley used his college basketball platform to make a political statement.
· Matt Ehalt
Doctor reveals secrets to lasting weight loss without counting calories
Weight loss is complex – and goes beyond counting calories, according to experts.
· Fox News
Mark Cuban reveals his ‘disgusting’ 3-ingredient lunch that packs 25g protein
Sounds awfully fishy.
· Rachel Sacks
Former ‘Home and Away’ star, 25, undergoes treatment for brain cancer
Australian soap star Alea O’Shea is undergoing treatment for brain cancer.
· Eric Todisco
Epic Games layoffs leave worker with terminal brain cancer without insurance
A terminally ill employee with brain cancer was among roughly 1,000 workers laid off by the video game company behind Fortnite — and he lost his health insurance as a result.
· Ariel Zilber
‘It’s dangerous, and that’s the message’: Aussie study finds vaping likely causes cancer
Vaping is likely to cause cancer, a first-of-its-kind scientific review has found, contradicting claims it is safer than smoking and highlighting the urgency of efforts to stop young people becoming addicted.
· Angus Dalton
Prince Phillip’s secret health battle before death finally revealed
Prince Philip was reportedly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer eight years before he died in April 2021 at the age of 99.
· Connor Surmonte
Tiger Woods sparks concern with inner circle after latest DUI arrest
Some close with Tiger Woods explained he’s “frustrated and depressed about his state of health” after his latest DUI arrest in a rollover crash Friday in Florida, according to People.
· Jenna Lemoncelli
US prosecution ‘has nothing’ on Venezuelan president – Maduro’s son to RT (EXCLUSIVE)
US prosecutors have “nothing” on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who was abducted by US commandos in early January and indicted on several charges related to drug trafficking and weapons possession, National Assembly deputy and his son, Nicolas Maduro Guerra, has exclusively told RT.
· RT
Gary Woodland wins Houston Open after brain surgery and PTSD struggles: ‘Today was a good day’
41-year-old seals first PGA Tour win since 2019 US Open
· Agencies
Authorities rule out smoking areas at construction sites under proposed ban
Commissioner for Labour Sam Hui tells lawmakers that proposed smoking ban will apply to all areas of construction sites
· Fiona Chow
Welcome to the ‘Erewhon-ification’ of medicine — where health is the hottest status symbol
In a world of $160,000 “human optimization devices,” $10,000-per week wellness retreats and $22 collagen smoothies at upscale LA grocery store Erewhon, longevity has become not just a goal but a wealth-coded aesthetic.
· Kyra Breslin
Negligência em hospitais de Luanda reacende debate na saúde
O tema não é novo, mas voltou a dominar as conversas do dia a dia. Sobretudo, por causa de dois casos que chocaram Luanda: alegados maus-tratos a uma criança no Hospital Infantil Azancot de Menezes e a morte de uma paciente no Hospital Mãe Jacinta Paulino, suspeita de negligência médica.
· José Adalberto
‘He can say he went to the gym’: people are pumping themselves with fat from corpses to perk up their pecs, boobs and butts
‘Zombie filler’, or using cadaver tissue that’s been sterilized and branded as Alloclae, is the latest cosmetic surgery rage. Is it safe?
· John Semley
Orthopaedist rebuked over performing bunion surgery without informed consent
Medical Council finds Dr Daniel Wu guilty of performing unconventional syndesmosis procedure on patient without describing benefits and concerns
· Lo Hoi-ying
A deluge of doctors join state health boards. But who’s out, and why?
Welcome to Brisbane Times’ Queensland public sector column, Public Circus. This week: a deep dive into the long-awaited public health service overhaul, a familiar reviewer, the (not) hiring freeze, and more.
· Matt Dennien, James Hall
IFPA launches first Africa Forum on psoriasis calling for urgent action on overlooked disease
Nairobi event takes place May 7-9
· PRNEWSWIRE
The surprising theory why boys are diagnosed with autism more often than girls
Blame it on the X factor.
· Tracy Swartz
Chocolate products recalled over hidden drugs tied to ‘life-threatening’ blood pressure drops
A nationwide recall has been issued for two chocolate products after they were found to contain undeclared prescription drug ingredients, federal health officials warn.
· Fox Business
Sharon Fulton’s husband to die in prison after being handed life sentence for her murder
A Perth man found guilty of murdering his wife and the mother of his four children four decades ago has been sentenced to life in prison, meaning he will most likely die behind bars as he battles cancer and other health issues.
· Rebecca Peppiatt
El parlamento israelí debate la pena de muerte para palestinos condenados por matar a israelíes
Gente reunida para recibir a presos palestinos liberados que llegan en autobuses a la Franja de Gaza tras su liberación de cárceles israelíes dentro de un acuerdo de alto al fuego entre Hamás e Israel, ante el Hospital Nasser en Jan Yunis, en el sur de la Franja de Gaza, el lunes 13 de octubre de 2025. (AP Foto/Jeha…
· Julia Frankel
Israeli parliament votes on death penalty bill for Palestinian attackers
People gather to greet freed Palestinian prisoners arriving on buses in the Gaza Strip after their release from Israeli jails under a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, outside Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi, File)
· Julia Frankel
Iranian media says strikes hit park, university and veterinary hospital
Iranian media reported that air strikes hit multiple sites across the country, including an amusement park in Isfahan, a university facility and a veterinary hospital in Urmia.
· Middleeasteye
Greyhound inquiry begins as former industry insider reveals 'disgusting' dog treatment
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· Briana Shepherd
Is it true that … you can never eat too much fibre?
Fibremaxxing is everywhere, and most of us should eat more roughage, but your gut won’t thank you for overloading
· Kate Lloyd
Women are used to bleeding. Here’s how to know when things aren’t normal
Bleeding is a fact of life for most women, as a normal part of the menstrual cycle and not immediate reason to panic.
· Lauren Ironmonger
Tougher penalties for drug-impaired driving, but what counts?
Experts warn vague standards shift responsibility to drivers, may deter necessary medication use
· Lim Jae-seong
Satellite images show fire at major Kuwait power and water facility
A fire has been detected at the Doha West Power and Water Treatment Plant, Kuwait’s largest facility for electricity generation and desalination, according to satellite data.
· Middleeasteye
Cebuana Lhuillier drives Philippines’ growing influence in global microinsurance
ACROSS many developing economies, financial vulnerability often stems from a single unexpected event. A medical emergency, a natural disaster, or the loss of income can quickly erase years of progress for families without financial protection.
· The Manila Times
Heavy AI users report mental burnout from ‘babysitting’ models
Tools meant to save time are creating a ‘new cognitive load’, insiders say, with software developers hit especially hard
· Agence France-Presse
Influential Lefty San Fran supervisor breaks silence on resignation rumors and personal health crisis
Jackie Fielder, one of San Francisco’s most outspoken progressive supervisors, is no longer planning to resign from office. The update came from her aides Sunday as she addresses “a mental health condition” that led to her hospitalization late last week.
· Benjamin Brown
Where can Japan store its nuclear waste? Island plan raises alarm
Critics of Minamitorishima proposal point to scant research on the remote Pacific atoll
· Julian Ryall
Observatory issues amber rainstorm warning as heavy rain falls over Hong Kong
City’s weather forecaster urges public on Monday morning to stay away from major watercourses, as heavy rain may bring about flash floods
· Olga Wong
Storm forward hospitalised after suspected stroke in 'medical episode'
Tui Kamikamica is in hospital receiving treatment after suffering a suspected stroke on Monday morning. (Getty Images: Daniel Pockett)
· Chris De Silva
Northern Metropolis data hub may surpass MTR Corp as Hong Kong’s top power consumer
Environmental experts urge authorities to set energy efficiency standards for data centres to limit carbon emissions
· Theodora Yu
New survey reveals money mistake one-in-five Australians regret
One-in-five Australians regret not taking out private health insurance after being stung by an unexpected medical expense.A new survey by comparison website Finder has revealed 12 per cent of Australians felt the regret when faced with a minor health matter such as a dental visit, while seven per cent wished they h…
· Emily Bennett
Gary Woodland wins Houston Open 30 months after brain surgery
HOUSTON — Gary Woodland won the Houston Open on Sunday, an emotional moment that seemed so improbable 30 months ago when he had brain surgery, and even two weeks ago when he opened up about his frightening struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder.
· Associated Press
Comedian Alex Duong made a heartbreaking comment on social media just weeks before succumbing to cancer at 42
Comedian Alex Duong had faith he would beat his cancer just two months before he tragically died.
· Antoinette Bueno
[Graphic News] Bio-health exports hit record $27.9b
South Korea’s bio-health industry posted record exports last year, driven by strong global demand for pharmaceuticals, medical devices and cosmetics.
· Nam Kyung-don
Kyle Flanagan discharged from hospital after heavy concussion
Dragons five-eighth Kyle Flanagan has been cleared of facial fractures and discharged from hospital after a heavy head clash in St George Illawarra’s loss to the Gold Coast.
· Dan Walsh
Gary Woodland wins in Houston for first PGA Tour title since brain surgery
Gary Woodland places his ball on the ninth green during the final round of the Texas Children’s Houston Open golf tournament Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Alex Duong, ‘Blue Bloods’ actor and comedian, dead at 42
Actor and comedian Alex Duong has died after a year-long battle with cancer.
· Antoinette Bueno
Heartbreak as husband battles terminal brain tumor while wife has second cancer fight
A California husband and wife with three children are still battling cancer together more than two years later — with the wife facing another bout of cancer for the second time.
· Titus Wu
Health care fraud whistleblowers could make millions as Bessent cracks down on sprawling scams
Uncle Sam needs you to help crush the billion-dollar health care fraud gangs.
· James Franey