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THE tides are changing over at TikTok – the Chinese-owned short video platform that has sparked controversy in the US.As the deadline approaches for the government-enforced sale of its US operations, TikTok has decided to close down its Instagram-rival app.2TikTok must sell its US operations to a non-Chinese buyer by 5 AprilCredit: Alamy2TikTok was banned for about 12 hours on 19 January, before the service was restored via an executive order signed by President TrumpCredit: AlamyThe app, called Notes, was an image sharing platform that resembled Meta’s Instagram.In a notification to users, the TikTok Notes team said the app will stop…

FOR months, Gary Buesnel was back and forth to see doctors, complaining of stomach aches and pains.Yet repeatedly, medics told the 59-year-old he was “fine” – putting his symptoms down to a hernia, and gallstones.11Gary Buesnel, who died 10 weeks after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, with his daughter LeahCredit: Supplied11Leah is urging people to push for answers if they’re feeling unwell after her dad was fobbed off by doctorsCredit: SuppliedDays after Gary was finally referred to hospital for scans and tests, he was told the true cause of his stomach pain – and 10 weeks later he died.It was…

AMAZON has revealed a fresh batch of free gifts worth more than £335 for Prime subscribers to kick off April.Those already paying for the popular service can redeem a number of extra perks every month to get more value for money.2Minecraft Legends is the most valuable of the group this month, usually cost £34.99Credit: Xbox Games Studios2Gloomhaven is also free – instead of £28.99Credit: Twin Sails InteractiveOne bonus that’s often forgotten is a bunch of free games Amazon dishes out.Every month the titles available are updated so there’s always something new for everyone.You just need to be sure to download…

SUDDEN adult death syndrome (SADS) strikes around 500 people in the UK every year.It describes when someone’s heart stops beating suddenly and often without clear cause. 2Around 500 people are affected by SADS every year in the UKCredit: GettyNow, researchers have identified warning symptoms that commonly appear in the days before SADS – in the hopes of catching the sudden cardiac event early and preventing premature deaths. Dr Matilda Frisk Torell of Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg in Sweden, said: “SADS has not been well evaluated despite being one of the most common underlying causes of sudden cardiac death…

FILLING the first Nintendo Switch’s big boots was never going to be an easy task.The console burst onto the scene in 2017 and proved a huge hit, selling more than 150million units worldwide.4There’s a lot of new features in Mario Kart WorldCredit: Jamie Harris / The Sun4I was among the first media to try out the new Switch 2 before the publicBut with the allure of new Mario and Zelda games to name a few, updated Joy-Con controllers, a camera feature to chat with friends online and an even better display, Nintendo sure is giving its best shot with the…

A WOMAN was left paralysed from the neck down after getting weight loss surgery in Turkey. Weighing 28 stone and barely able to walk, Danielle Peeble, 42, was “desperate” to get the surgery so she could “push her baby grandson around the park”. 5Danielle Peebles, 42, decided to get weight loss surgery as she was desperate to be able to help out with her new grandsonCredit: MEN Media5But she suffered severe nerve damage after the surgery and was paralysed from the neck downCredit: northerncarealliance.nhs.ukBut after flying back to the UK, she was warned by doctors she may never walk again.…

MARK Zuckerberg is secretly readying a pair of smart glasses with a built-in screen, insiders claim.The AI-powered specs are said to include a camera, microphone, speakers, as well as a small display in the right lens.6Meta already offers a pair of smart glasses designed in partnership with Ray-BanCredit: Meta6Meta might be nearly ready to launch the smartest pair of glasses they’ve ever soldCredit: MetaZuckerberg’s tech company Meta has already served up several pairs of smart glasses.These hi-tech specs are built in collaboration with glasses giant Ray-Ban – with newer models including a voice-controlled Meta AI helper.Now Meta is reportedly working…

PUBLIC satisfaction with the NHS is at a record 40-year low, a survey has found.Some 59 per cent said they were unhappy with the health service, with A&E delays the biggest bugbear among patients.1NHS has slumped to an all-time low for patient satisfaction with ‘grim’ poll showing soaring anger at A&E delaysCredit: GettyThe figure is up from 52 per cent last year and the highest since the study began in 1983.Just 21 per cent said they were satisfied with the NHS, well down from 60 per cent in 2019, before the pandemic, and a peak of 70 per cent in…

IF you’re looking to save a bit of cash on telly, bagging a free Apple TV+ subscription isn’t a bad idea.It’s almost impossible to escape the hype around hit TV shows like Severance and Ted Lasso.4Once you’ve got Apple TV+, you’ll be able to watch it on a range of gadgets – including your phone or tellyAnd it turns out that there are a few ways to get Apple TV+ for free – or included in a service that you’re already pay for.Normally the hit streaming service costs £8.99 a month, but there are ways to slash that bill.THE BASIC…

A BOY who ate only Heinz Peppa Pig pasta shapes for 12 years has finally had a proper meal — thanks to hypnosis.Curtis Maxwell, 14, who used to polish off five cans a day, gagged if made to eat anything other than the tomato-sauce coated novelty food.2Curtis Maxwell, 14, only ate Heinz Peppa Pig pasta shapes for 12 yearsCredit: SWNSMum Kylie decided to seek help after a friend’s parents looked at her as if she was mad when she sent him to tea with two tins.She contacted David Kilmurry, a specialist in obsessive eating conditions. He diagnosed ARFID — avoidant/restrictive…