Month: February 2019
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June 15th is the best day for a birthday, say Brits
A poll of 2,000 adults has revealed the days we would most – and least – like to be born on. Unsurprisingly, after opening a load of Christmas presents, a January birthday is considered one of the worst times in the calendar to emerge into the world. One in seven said they would like their…
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New UK patient advisor for Proton Therapy Center
ONE of Europe’s leading private cancer treatment centres has appointed a new UK representative amid a growing demand for proton beam therapy. The Proton Therapy Center (PTC) in Prague, Czech Republic, specialises in proton therapy using the ‘pencil beam’ technique, a less invasive form of radiotherapy said to target tumours with a high degree of…
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Pensioner declares war on burglars
A PENSIONER has pooled his lifesavings to create a new security device after reliving childhood horrors of a terrifying break-in at home more than half a century ago. Gordon Forrester (69) recalled how as a 10-year-old he cowered behind the front door as someone broke it down and abused his mother. Now, after years of…
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Brits aren’t getting enough sleep, me-time or fun, it has emerged.
Researchers have revealed the top 40 things adults could do with more of which also includes exercise, sunlight and Instagram likes. Others believe their life is lacking disposable income, enough hours in the day and good television shows. Good luck, time off work and respect are also among the things Brits don’t feel like they…