Some adults in Oxfordshire have been waiting years for an appointment to confirm if they have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Oxford Health NHS Trust paused all adult ADHD diagnosis appointments in February, the BBC understands. Figures show the number of referrals to Oxford Health rose from 496 in 2019...

Adults left waiting years for ADHD referrals

Social media and the pandemic could be among reasons behind long waits for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessments, a specialist has said. Figures gathered by the BBC put the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) fifth on an adults' long-wait league table. Michael Ling, a private ADHD coach...

Adults facing lengthy waits for ADHD assessments

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Calls to make it a criminal offence to take over a person's home and use it for unlawful activities.

Calls to make 'cuckooing' a crime as cases increase

Eight people have been jailed for their role in a county lines plot which involved children delivering Class A drugs. The group was sentenced after being convicted of conspiring to supply heroin and crack cocaine in Barrow and Manchester, between September 2022 and January 2023. Preston Crown Court heard Jordan...

Eight jailed for county lines drugs plot

A man who repeatedly attacked his puppy until it had to be put down, then left an RSPCA inspector with life-changing injuries, has been jailed. Storm Williams from Sutton Coldfield blinded the puppy with his attacks, as well as leaving him with broken bones, bruising, and swelling all over his head and body.

Puppy beaten so badly it had to be put down

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Vets have put 27 XL Bully dogs to sleep in Cheshire in the last 12 months, a meeting of policing bosses heard. Questions were raised as to why so many of the banned breed had been euthanised if there had been no known attacks. The Cheshire Police and Crime Panel...

Vets put down 27 XL Bullies despite 'no attacks'

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How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

'People are still dying from it and being admitted to hospital', nurses warn.

Suspected Covid sufferers urged to get tested

Two men have been arrested after a person was raped in a cemetery in the early hours of Sunday. North Yorkshire Police said the incident happened at about 01:50 BST in Dean Road Cemetery in Scarborough. Officers said two men, 18 and 21, were arrested shortly after the incident on...

Two held after 'terrifying' rape in cemetery

Sgt Richard Heard faces three charges of rape against a female police officer.

Police sergeant raped fellow officer, court told

A dealer who lived a "luxurious lifestyle" and hired high value vehicles to use in a drug supply operation has been jailed. Dylan Martin, 31, was running the "Doctor" line which supplied heroin and cocaine in Braintree and the surrounding area. Essex Police said he was arrested in the town...

Drug dealer who lived 'luxurious' life jailed

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

The report also suggests young people are altering vapes to smoke drugs like cocaine and ketamine.

Children 'given drugs as birthday presents' - report

A police officer has been filmed kicking and stamping on the head of a man lying on the ground at Manchester Airport. The uniformed male officer is seen holding a Taser over the man, who is lying face down, before striking him twice while other officers shout at onlookers to stay back in a video shared widely online.

Police filmed stamping on man's head at airport

Supporter Dylan Brett has been on the latest BBC Radio Newcastle Total Sport Newcastle United Podcast speaking about the now infamous Joelinton Hawaiian shirt and the "mental" experience he has had because of it.The shirt is plastered with pictures of the Brazilian midfielder's face, and the 27-year-old has been seen wearing it himself.After images of the shirt gained traction online, Joelinton sent a message to Magpies fan Dylan, which eventually led to the pair meeting up at the training ground and on to an eventual partnership whereby money was raised for good causes through sales of the Hawaiian shirts.The pair made a donation of £12,000 to Newcastle's food bank following the success of the shirt.Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds

How Joelinton helped raise £12,000 for food banks

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Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

A hospital treating a woman with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) was warned a month before her death that staff had "outdated" views about her condition, an inquest heard. Dr Willy Weir, a retired NHS consultant and expert in ME, said he had urged bosses at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital to readmit Maeve Boothby-O’Neill for life-saving treatment.

Doctors held 'outdated' ME views, inquest hears

Many organizations have employee-friendly leave policies and by harnessing their rights, workers can benefit monetarily even while they're on leave. A UK-based IT worker managed to secure over 15 years of paid sick leave but that wasn't enough for him. In February 2022, Ian Clifford—who had not reported to work for over a decade—sued his employer, IBM, for not offering a pay rise during his sick leave, reports The Telegraph. Despite the organization's generous agreement to put him on a disability plan, the terminally ill worker wasn't satisfied and demanded justice from the Employment Tribunal.

IT worker who has been on paid sick leave for 15 years sues company for not offering a pay rise

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