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GETTING lost could be the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease, scientists say. University College London researchers said future patients may struggle with navigation as young as their 40s, up to 25 years before they show any symptoms. 1Alzheimer’s could cause problems with navigation up to 25 years before other symptoms show up, researchers sayCredit: GettyThey tested homing skills with virtual reality headsets and found people at the highest risk of dementia performed worst.Study author Dr Coco Newton, from the UCL Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, said: “Knowing this will hopefully help people to get a more timely and accurate diagnosis.”Catching the disease early…

A TEENAGE pupil was brutally slashed by a huge katana blade after her teacher allegedly organised a sword fight.The 16-year-old was left with severed nerves after she engaged in the classroom showdown while the adult egged her on from the sidelines, according to a new lawsuit.2A classroom duel allegedly organised by a teacher left a pupil with long-term injuriesCredit: www.247newsaroundtheworld.com2The teacher reportedly provided the pupils with swordsCredit: LawsuitThe student, only identified as N.S. in legal papers, was left with long-term injuries by the alarming duel that happened in New Mexico on May 2022.The gory battle commenced after a Volcano Vista High…

A MUM spotted her baby son’s rare cancer using her smartphone’s camera.Sarah Hedges thought she glimpsed a glow like a cat’s eye in three-month-old Thomas’ retina.3Sarah Hedges spotted her son Thomas’ cancer using her phone cameraCredit: SWNS3Thomas was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer called retinoblastomaCredit: SWNSSo she took photos with her flash which confirmed what she saw.The 40-year-old mum of four showed her GP the pics and tests proved Thomas had an eye cancer called retinoblastoma.He finished chemotherapy in May and is recovering well.Support worker Sarah, of Gillingham, Kent, said: “I thought my son was going to…

THE world’s richest Bitcoin investor has seen their fortune hit a staggering $15 billion – a $2 billion increase in just 24 hours.After days of huge rises, Bitcoin has neared its all-time high on Wednesday. 1Bitcoin surge has earned an unknown trader a spot in the world’s richest listCredit: ReutersAt one point, Bitcoin – the world’s most popular crypto coin – has skyrocketed to $60,650. It’s close to its all-time high value of $67,707 that it reached on November 9, 2021 when many people turned to bitcoin in the pandemic.The mysterious trader’s stake was valued at $13 billion just a…

HEALTH chiefs are ramping up a measles jab campaign as cases of the disease in kids continue to rise.  Coverage for all routine childhood vaccinations has plummeted, raising the risk of outbreaks of more than a dozen serious illnesses.2Children are missing out on protection against serious diseases that are re-emerging in the countryCredit: UKHSAAt least 650 people have already caught measles since October and more than three million are still not fully vaccinated.The UK Health Security Agency will run ad campaigns on TV and social media starting next week.It will include an emotional clip of children asking parents whether their jabs…

HAUNTING video footage has revealed the knocking sounds that kept hopes alive in the search for the doomed Titan sub.A frantic search for the sub’s five passengers captured the world’s attention in June last year.7The Titan sub went missing in June last year and mysterious sounds were heard during the searchCredit: OceanGate Expeditions7Captain Ryan Ramsey talks in a new documentary where the sounds are aired for the first timeCredit: Channel 57The Titan sub was later found in pieces at the bottom of the oceanCredit: OceanGate ExpeditionsNews of the mysterious banging sounds spread like wildfire across the globe while the rescue…

NHS A&E waits are five times worse than they were a decade ago, official figures show.The Office for National Statistics found 42 per cent of patients in England waited four hours or longer to be seen in September 2023.1NHS A&E waits are five times worse than they were a decade ago, official figures showCredit: AlamyThe figure was eight per cent in January 2013.Scotland and Wales saw the same trend but the effect was worst in England, the ONS said.The analysis found December 2022 was the NHS’ worst month in the past 10 years.Before Covid, NHS hospitals were targeted with seeing…

A CREEPY abandoned water park in South Africa has been left to rot after being buried in sand.The Macassar Beach Pavilion in Cape Town was once a bustling hub in the community but is now a shadow of its former self.9The Macassar Beach Pavilion has become a permanent eyesore along one of Cape Town’s stunning beaches9One of the slides from the abandoned water park is almost completely buried under sand9A kiosk was full to the brim is now missing the majority of its roofCredit: Flickr/@MallixOverlooking the sea and offering stunning views, the park became a popular beach resort that attracted…

JUNK food is linked to over 30 illnesses and can increase your risk of early death, research claims.Australian scientists found ultra-processed foods (UPF) like ready meals and fizzy drinks have been linked to cancer, heart problems, type 2 diabetes and anxiety.1Scientists are calling for more public health measures to stop people from scoffing so many unhealthy snacksCredit: GettyDr Charlotte Gupta, of Central Queensland University in Australia, said: “We know these foods aren’t considered ‘healthy’, but this sheds new light on how damaging they can be.”Other UPFs include sausages, crisps, breakfast cereals, sweets and chocolate.Study authors from Deakin University are now…

TERRIFYING footage reveals the inside of a helicopter as it spirals out of control shortly after take-off.The shocking video was filmed by a passenger inside the aircraft after it began to violently twist from side to side in Colombia on Monday.6Two passengers can be seen holding onto each other as the helicopter spirals out of controlCredit: Jam Press Vid6Previous footage captured the moment the chopper plummets towards the groundCredit: Jam Press Vid6The horror moments from inside the helicopter were captured by one of the four passengers, Francisco Salas, 36Credit: Jam Press VidThose on board can be seen holding on for…