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Just 90 minutes of weight training each week could significantly reduce the risk of premature death

Just 90 minutes of weight training each week could significantly reduce the risk of premature death

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the Well Enough newsletter with Harry Bullmore for tips on living a healthier, happier and longer life Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Just 90 minutes to two hours of weight training each week could significantly reduce the risk of premature death, according to new research. A comprehensive study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, tracked 147,374 individuals over a 30-year period, regularly surveying them on their aerobic exercise and strength training habits. Researchers discovered that those who consistently incorporated resistance training into their routines saw a 13 per cent decrease in the chance of early death from any cause, a figure that rose to a 19 per cent reduction for conditions such as heart disease and stroke. Furthermore, the findings revealed a 27 per cent lower risk of dying from neurological diseases among individuals who lifted weights, utilised resistance bands, or performed bodyweight exercises. While the health benefits of strength training are widely acknowledged, many find it challenging to know where …

England St George’s flag rules as households risk £2,500 fine next Thursday | UK | News

England St George’s flag rules as households risk £2,500 fine next Thursday | UK | News

Published by Sam Flores

The flag of St George could land you a £2,500 fine (Image: Getty) The World Cup is just days away and England fans have only got five days left to prepare their St George’s Cross flags and get into the spirit of the Three Lions. After two near misses in the past two big tournaments, England fans might dare to dream that the World Cup 2026, in the USA, could finally be the time England, guided by new boss Thomas Tuchel, could lift the glimmering trophy for only the second time. The tournament officially starts next Thursday, June 11, when Mexico take on South Africa to open proceedings. But if you’re planning on flying an England flag for the big day, you should be aware of a local council planning laws which could technically see you slapped with a £2,500 fine if you break them. The Government says in recent years it has relaxed the rules on flying flags, not just the Union Jack, but also the flags of England, Wales, Ireland and indeed any …

Waitrose recalls popular dessert over labelling mistake – ‘serious risk’ | UK | News

Waitrose recalls popular dessert over labelling mistake – ‘serious risk’ | UK | News

Published by Sam Flores

Waitrose & Partners have issued a recall (Image: undefined) Waitrose is recalling a dessert product containing undeclared ingredients that could pose a serious risk to certain shoppers. Waitrose and Partners is recalling packs of 4 Richly Fruited Hot Cross Buns after it emerged the product contains barley that is not listed on the packaging. The recall applies to any pack carrying a best-before date of June 6. Waitrose is retrieving the product from customers and has notified the relevant allergy support organisations, who will inform their members of the recall. In-store notices will advise customers why the product is being recalled and outline the steps they should take if they have already purchased it. Please see the attached notice. A Food Standards Agency spokesman said: “If you have bought the product and have an allergy to barley do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. “No receipt required. For more information, please contact: Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884, option 4.” The spokesman added: …

You need this much strength training to reduce your risk of early death

You need this much strength training to reduce your risk of early death

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the Well Enough newsletter with Harry Bullmore for tips on living a healthier, happier and longer life Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Only 90 to 120 minutes of strength training a week may be what you need to reduce your risk of premature death, researchers at Harvard and other international institutions say. This amount of exercise led to a 13 percent lower risk of death from any cause, a 19 percent lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and a 27 percent decreased risk of dying from neurological diseases, their new 30-year study found. Strength training activities included exercising using weights, or activities that rely on body weight, such as push-ups, squats and lunges. But those who saw the best benefits to their health also participated in aerobic activities, including brisk walking, running, jogging, swimming, cycling, tennis, squash, strenuous outdoor work and stair climbing. “Our joint analysis of resistance and aerobic activity showed the lowest mortality risk among participants who engaged in both, …

Leading risk factor for cancer revealed – and it’s not smoking, alcohol or the sun

Leading risk factor for cancer revealed – and it’s not smoking, alcohol or the sun

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the Well Enough newsletter with Harry Bullmore for tips on living a healthier, happier and longer life Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore If you were to ask most people what causes cancer, the answer would probably be smoking, alcohol, the sun, hair dye or some other avoidable element. But the most important risk factor for cancer is something else: ageing. That’s right, the factor most associated with cancer is unavoidable – and a condition that we will all experience. Why is this important? Older adults are the fastest-growing population in Canada and globally. By 2068, approximately 29 per cent of Canadians will be over age 65. With cancer being one of the most common diseases in older adults and one of the most common diseases in Canada, it means we need to think about how to provide the best cancer care for older adults. Demographic shift So, how are we doing so far? The answer is: not great. This may be surprising, but …

AI Leaders Call for Rules on Synthetic DNA to Limit Bioweapons Risk

AI Leaders Call for Rules on Synthetic DNA to Limit Bioweapons Risk

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The big names in the artificial intelligence industry don’t always get along. We’ve seen lawsuits between AI companies and intense rivalries between leaders that turn into all-out feuds. But it seems that they generally agree on at least one thing: AI should not be used to create biological weapons. CEOs of some of the world’s leading AI companies signed a public letter this week urging governments to address the risks that could come from bad actors using their technology. The letter encourages Congress to enact laws to improve the tracking of synthetic DNA sequences that could be used to create biological weapons.  Signed by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, Anthropic’s Dario Amodei, Meta’s Alexandr Wang, Microsoft AI’s Mustafa Suleyman, Google DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis and other scientists and AI lab leaders, the letter suggested legislation to require companies that sell synthetic DNA and manufacturers of synthesis machines to thoroughly check “sequences of concern and to verify customer legitimacy before shipping orders.” The letter, also signed by leaders in the synthetic DNA industry and experts in national security, makes …

Who can carry a kirpan in the UK? Religion, law and the question of risk

Who can carry a kirpan in the UK? Religion, law and the question of risk

Published by Sam Flores

The murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak by Vickrum Digwa in Southampton in December 2025 is a profound tragedy that has left a family grieving and deeply affected the wider community. Any discussion that follows must keep that loss clearly in view. Following Digwa’s conviction and sentencing, Nowak’s father said the family did not want his death “to be used to create further division, hatred or tension. We want his story to help make our streets safer for everyone.” Local and national Sikh organisations expressed deep sorrow and offered condolences, while unequivocally condemning the killing and stating that Digwa’s actions were “in direct contradiction to Sikh teachings and values” and wholly unrepresentative of Sikhs. In court, the judge noted that Digwa was carrying a kirpan – a ceremonial blade that is typically worn in a small, discreet form – as well as a larger bladed weapon, which was used in the attack. Wider questions have since been raised about religious exemptions. Should Sikhs be allowed to carry kirpans in public? And, given this horrific case, are …

Health experts share how much weight training a week can slash early death risk

Health experts share how much weight training a week can slash early death risk

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the Well Enough newsletter with Harry Bullmore for tips on living a healthier, happier and longer life Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Regularly engaging in 90 minutes to two hours of weight training each week could significantly reduce the risk of premature death, experts have revealed. A new study indicates that individuals who consistently undertake resistance training can lower their chance of an early demise from any cause by 13 per cent. This benefit extends further for specific conditions, with a 19 per cent reduced risk of early death from heart disease and stroke. Moreover, those who incorporate weightlifting, resistance bands, or bodyweight exercises into their routine also benefit from a 27 per cent lower risk of dying from neurological disease. This reduction holds true even when other physical activities, such as aerobic exercise, are taken into account. The researchers behind the findings underscore the importance of a balanced exercise regimen, advocating for the combination of aerobic activities like cycling, jogging, and swimming …

Love Island 2026 kicks off with a major twist – and two Islanders are at risk

Love Island 2026 kicks off with a major twist – and two Islanders are at risk

Published by Daniella Wilson

Love Island returned for a brand new season tonight and the producers certainly weren’t holding back! Taking it back to 9pm, audiences across the UK were introduced to 12 Islanders as they all got to know one another and formed their couples. In a twist, the first recoupling took part at night as the Islanders played a drinking game with Maya Jama before revealing who they had their eye on and wanted to couple up with. It wasn’t long before the Love Island revealed a trick up their sleeve in the form of bombshells George and Yasmin. As they made their entrance to the villa, they were met by Jama who revealed they had very important jobs to do, putting two Islanders at risk. Yasmin, George and Maya Jama. ITV The pair were told that in 24 hours, one boy and one girl would be dumped and they could choose who it would be, and it could be for any reason. Do they dump their biggest threat, or perhaps someone they don’t get along with immediately? …

Water access is now a risk factor in SpaceX’s IPO

Water access is now a risk factor in SpaceX’s IPO

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SpaceX has added new language to its IPO filing that warns prospective investors about the company’s access to a potentially scarce resource: water. The company, which now includes Elon Musk’s AI play, xAI, wrote in an amended version of the filing on Monday that access to water — required to cool its data centers — is just as important as SpaceX’s ability to secure power, processors, and other critical resources. The addition comes amid an ever-evolving debate about how much water data centers use, and whether that usage is contributing to localized droughts that are being made worse by climate change. Deep in the “risk factors” section of SpaceX’s IPO filing, the company added language about water to a section about the challenges of scaling AI infrastructure. Previously, SpaceX focused on telling investors that its data centers were primarily constrained by access to “power at economically feasible prices,” along with long construction timelines and material shortages. The amended filing adds multiple lines about water access. SpaceX now tells prospective investors in the IPO that data …