Health

Millionaires fund last-ditch attempt to save humpback whale stranded in Germany

Critics say efforts to rescue the animal, nicknamed Timmy, unlikely to succeed and could lead to further harm

Historic Flooding and Hail Pummel Parts of Midwest: "We Can't Catch a Break"

Severe weather slammed parts of the Midwest for a third day in a row. Flash flooding left drivers stranded in Milwaukee, and in Cheboygan County, Michigan, river levels rose to new record highs. Rob Marciano has more.

Red hair gene favoured by natural selection over last 10,000 years, study finds

Scientists who analysed nearly 16,000 ancient remains suggest red hair and fair skin is favoured for vitamin D production

The best vitamin C serums in the UK for every skin type and budget, tested

Whether you want to tackle hyperpigmentation or brighten mature skin, these are our expert’s favourite formulas for a glowy complexion

Just the tonic: why it’s more than a mixer

Tonic is much more than a bit player in a G&T. A lot of it’s good enough to drink solo

Chef José Andrés warns of multi-year world famine from Iran war

World Central Kitchen founder believes the war could cause a ‘silent’ collapse of the global fertilizer trade

Move over matcha: how ube cocktails and coffees are hitting the UK’s sweet spot

Brightly coloured yam, long enjoyed in east Asia, has been appearing in drinks, desserts – and, of course, TikTok feeds

340B keeps rural hospitals alive. Big Pharma wants it gone

A new analysis from healthcare consulting firm Trilliant Health contains some grim news for people concerned about the plight of hospitals serving poorer and rural populations.

Ready, set, ride! Everything you need to cycle with kids

Transporting little ones by bike is fun, practical and good for the planet – here’s how to get started

As U.S. birth rate falls, Trump officials downplay contraception in family planning program

April 16, 2026 / 5:00 AM EDT / KFF Health News

How a British Writer Correctly Predicted Birth Rate Collapse

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Meghan’s Sydney wellness retreat promises ‘a girls’ weekend like no other’

The top-secret program for the Her Best Life event at a beachside luxury hotel has been leaked. But is it legit?