Health

Week-long health warning comes into effect as another heatwave is on the way

A week-long health warning has come into effect as another heatwave is on its way for parts of the UK.

Hong Kong’s third medical school hires 300 teachers, expects to raise intake to 200

Hong Kong’s third medical school has recruited about 300 teachers and expects its annual student intake to eventually rise from 50 to more than 200, its dean has revealed. Professor King Li King-chuen, founding dean of medicine at the Hong…

2 hurt after being struck by boat at Hong Kong beach

Two people were hurt, including a man who suffered serious face injuries, when they were struck by a boat at a beach in Hong Kong on Saturday. Police said they received a call at around 3.05pm reporting that a man and woman had been hit by…

Retired teacher turns grief into strength after partner's death

Sunita Choudhary's life was marked by immense hardship, from a lack of support during childbirth to her husband's battle with cancer and eventual death. Facing financial ruin and emotional devastation, she found solace and strength by…

Doctor, engineer… or something else? How India’s career dream is changing

In India, engineering and medicine have long been the cornerstones of middle-class aspirations, symbolizing security and respect. Yet, the landscape is transforming. With the rise of AI and digital sectors, the job market now prizes…

WHO puts first molecular test for Bundibugyo virus in Emergency Use Listing: what it means

What is the significance of adding the test in EUL? What is the procedure? And what is the current situation in Africa?

Australia raises visa fees again, adding financial pressure on international applicants

The Department of Home Affairs of Australia, which is responsible for immigration and visa processing, has revised the application charges for several visa categories, including those commonly used by international students and short-term…

Designated smoking areas to be established by year-end to strengthen enforcement: BFDA

The Health Minister Lyonpo Tandin Wangchuk, in reference to a recent notification issued by the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA), reiterated that smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas, and that violations will be…

Candidates pitch competing manifestos for Phuentsholing

Phuentsholing residents are weighing two distinct futures as the Thrompon election approaches. Candidates Deepen Ghalley and Tashi Wangchuk have released detailed manifestos. Each candidate offers a unique roadmap for Bhutan’s primary…

‘India’s medical care is world class’: Accused denied plea to travel to UAE for treatment

British Medical Association could axe up to a third of its staff amid cash crisis

Exclusive: Anger at union’s decision to put 200 of its 600 staff in England at risk of redundancy The British Medical Association is threatening to axe up to a third of its entire workforce to help it tackle a significant cash crisis. The…

5,458 children eligible for third child money

Health Minister Lyonpo Tandin Wangchuk said the Ministry of Health (MoH) has received a list of 5,458 eligible applicants from the Office of the Cabinet Affairs and Strategic Coordination (OCASC), through the Department of Census and Civil…