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Former Newcastle, West Ham and Portsmouth goalkeeper Shaka Hislop has revealed he is being treated for prostate cancer, which has spread to his pelvic bone. In a video shared on Instagram, the 56-year-old explained that he was diagnosed about 18 months ago after insisting on a PSA blood test during a routine check-up. Scans confirmed an aggressive form of prostate cancer, leading to surgery last December. When his PSA levels rose again six months later, tests showed the cancer had spread, and he has since completed over seven weeks of radiation therapy. Hislop urged men, especially those over 50 and…

Despite US duties reaching 39% on Swiss goods, Watches of Switzerland increased both sales and profits. The company emphasized continued strong demand for high-end watches and jewellery. Half-year results show Swiss luxury watch sales remain strong in the US, even with steep tariffs on imports. Watches of Switzerland Group highlighted resilient demand for premium products. Financial Growth Amid Tariff Pressure The UK-listed retailer, Britain’s largest seller of Rolex, Omega, and Cartier, reported group revenue of £845 million (€967mn) for the 26 weeks ending 26 October 2025. This represents a 10% rise at constant currency and 8% at reported rates. Adjusted…

Meta starts removing young users earlyMeta has begun removing Australian children under 16 from Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. The company acts one week before the national youth ban comes into effect. Last month, Meta informed users aged 13 to 15 that their accounts would close starting 4 December. Around 150,000 Facebook accounts and roughly 350,000 Instagram profiles are expected to be affected. Threads also restricts young users because it requires an Instagram login. Australia’s new law, starting 10 December, mandates that platforms block under-16s. Companies face fines of up to A$49.5m if they fail to comply. Meta calls for stronger…

Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics to a 123–117 victory over the New York Knicks, scoring a season-high 42 points. Brown’s performance energized the team and helped secure a close win in a competitive matchup. The Celtics showed strong offense and solid defense throughout the game. Brown’s scoring came at critical moments, including key baskets in the final quarter that kept the Celtics ahead. His teammates contributed with rebounds, assists, and defensive plays that supported the victory. The Knicks fought hard to close the gap in the final minutes. However, the Celtics maintained control with strategic plays and timely shooting.…

A new survey by the Migraine Trust has revealed significant inequalities in migraine care across the UK, with people from ethnic minority backgrounds reporting poorer treatment and greater fears of discrimination. Among 2,200 respondents, 23% of mixed-ethnicity, 19% of Asian, and 16% of Black participants said their ethnicity negatively affected their care, compared with just 7% of white respondents. Many cited dismissive attitudes, poorer treatment, or racism. Black respondents were also more likely to fear discrimination at work because of migraines. Nearly one in five Asian respondents and 14% of Black respondents said they worried healthcare professionals would not believe…

The EU will ban Russian pipeline gas and LNG by 2027, with emergency exceptions for Hungary and Slovakia.Short-term contracts signed before June 2025 will face phased bans starting April 2026 for LNG and June 2026 for pipelines.Long-term LNG contracts may continue until January 2027, and pipeline deals face a ban from September 2027, possibly shifting to November.EU members accelerated diversification efforts after Russia’s 2022 invasion disrupted energy prices across Europe.Dependence on Russian gas fell from 45% pre-invasion to 13% in early 2025, yet imports still reached €10 billion. Landlocked Countries Secure Safeguards Landlocked states warned the ban could threaten supply…

Prada Strengthens Its Luxury Portfolio Prada announced on Tuesday that it acquired Versace, bringing two major Italian fashion houses under one roof. The company paid $1.38bn, well below the roughly $2bn Capri Holdings spent on Versace in 2018. The deal broadens Prada’s brand portfolio, which includes Miu Miu, and reinforces its position against rivals such as LVMH, owner of Dior, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton. Versace Enters a New Phase Donatella Versace stepped down in March after 27 years leading the brand with glamorous designs and the iconic Medusa logo. She assumed control in 1997 after her brother Gianni’s murder and…

Moscow signals firm readiness amid ongoing Ukraine talks President Vladimir Putin told the press in Moscow that Russia has no intention of starting a conflict with European nations, but made clear that it is prepared to act immediately if Europe takes hostile action. He cautioned that any European-led war would end so quickly that “there would be no one left to negotiate with,” stressing the seriousness of the statement as efforts to mediate the Ukraine crisis continue. Kremlin accuses European nations of blocking diplomacy Putin criticized certain European governments for undermining diplomatic efforts, claiming their proposed changes to a U.S.-backed…

Researchers found that daily orange juice alters thousands of immune-cell genes in the human body.Many affected genes regulate blood pressure, limit inflammation, and control sugar metabolism, supporting heart health.Scientists stress that a simple breakfast drink can significantly affect key cardiovascular and metabolic processes. Daily Intake Reduces Inflammation and Improves Regulation Adults drank 500 ml of pasteurised orange juice daily for two months in recent studies.After 60 days, inflammation-related genes such as NAMPT, IL6, IL1B, and NLRP3 became less active.The SGK1 gene, which controls kidney sodium retention, also showed reduced activity, lowering blood pressure.Researchers say orange juice relaxes blood vessels, eases…

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal’s improved squad depth will help them cope after confirming Kai Havertz will be out for a few more weeks. The Germany forward, sidelined since August following knee surgery, suffered a setback when he attempted to increase his training load. Arteta must now decide whether to continue using Mikel Merino as a makeshift striker for Wednesday’s match against Brentford or recall Viktor Gyökeres, who recently returned from injury. Gabriel Jesus is also pushing for a comeback after 11 months out. Arsenal may again be without William Saliba and Leandro Trossard, meaning summer signings Cristhian Mosquera and Piero…