Clark Olofsson, 78, Dies; Bank Robber Helped Inspire ‘Stockholm Syndrome’
In a 1973 heist, he and another man held hostages who surprisingly came to defend them, drawing attention to a puzzling psychological phenomenon.
Health
Trump to Announce a Drug Pricing Deal With AstraZeneca
The move would follow a similar agreement with Pfizer. Other companies are engaged in talks with the White House that would help them avoid tariffs on their products overseas.
Iran Lures Transgender Foreigners for Surgery but Forces Operations on Locals
Iran became a pioneer in gender transition operations by forcing procedures on L.G.B.T.Q. Iranians. Desperate for cash, the Islamic republic is hoping to attract trans patients from around the world.
William visibly moved as widow tells of husband’s suicide
Prince William’s foundation is giving £1m to set up a suicide prevention network.
The do’s and don’ts of maintaining eye health
Neglecting your eye health can be detrimental. Take heed of these do’s and don’ts to ensure that your vision remains protected.
‘It saved me’ – how Everton in the Community is changing lives
Everton defender James Tarkowski speaks with lifelong fan Sam to discuss how the club are supporting members of the community with mental health challenges.
‘Marginalised and menopausal’ women given spotlight
Women from ethnic minority communities typically experience perimenopause symptoms earlier and for longer.
How singer Calum Scott stays grounded
Singer-songwriter Calum Scott speaks about resilience and staying grounded for World Mental Health Day.
Want to feel calmer? How 20 minutes outside will help
Spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower blood pressure, heart rate and stress levels.
Miranda Hart on the healing power of nature walks
Miranda Hart is interviewed about her recovery from fatigue on Woman’s Hour
NHS waiting list rises for third month in row
Numbers waiting for treatment hit 7.41 million in England at the end of August.
My eating disorder made me good at lying, says Victoria Beckham
The former Spice Girl’s new Netflix documentary has landed – under the shadow of a reported family feud.
Cancer Blood Test Concerns
Blood tests for prostate cancer could lead to some men being overtested and others missed
‘I missed a £100 council tax bill while in hospital – the debt ballooned to £6k’
The government says it is taking action to protect people from “aggressive collection practices”.
Chinese Surgeons Perform First Pig-to-Human Liver Transplant
The transplanted portion of the genetically modified pig liver was removed after 38 days, and the patient, who had advanced liver cancer and cirrhosis, died several months later.
‘My eyesight might been saved if I’d gone to the optician sooner’
Gail Cairns started experiencing sight loss, headaches, and eye pain, but did not go to an optician when she first had symptoms.
‘Bluetoothing’: Blood-Sharing Drug Trend Fuels Alarming Global H.I.V. Surge
The practice, in which users inject the blood of already intoxicated individuals, has fueled one of the fastest-growing H.I.V. epidemics in the Pacific and grown widespread in South Africa.
Health Care Politics Bolster Democrats in Shutdown Fight
Even President Trump has conceded that he and his party could face political pain from rising premiums, stiffening Democrats’ spines as they demand a subsidy extension.
The secret to using fewer heartbeats and living longer
New research shows fitter people use fewer heartbeats each day. Discover how exercise helps your heart work smarter.
Breast cancer: The origins of the pink ribbon
The pink ribbon, which is regarded as a powerful symbol of breast cancer awareness, comes from humble yet significant beginnings.
Almost £22m spent on restricted procedures such as tummy tucks
An Audit Office report says 12,000 operations were carried out without assurance they complied with policy.