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YOUR smartphone is packed with your most personal info and it’s probably always with you – so it’s a top prize for hackers.Crooks are desperate to break into your mobile, so it’s important to look out for the danger signs.8Check your App Privacy Report – just make sure to turn it on firstCredit: The SunIf criminals can get deep access to your phone, they could extort you, hold your info to ransom, break into your bank or online accounts, or even physically stalk you.There are a few clues that something is very wrong with your iPhone or Android, so keep…

DETAILS of the UK’s first confirmed ciguatera poisoning have been shared – with scientists warning tens of thousands of people could be at risk each year. The incident involved the consumption of fish sold as red snapper steaks. 3The first confirmed ciguatera poisoning in the UK involved three members of a familyCredit: Getty3The incident involved the consumption of fish sold as red snapper steaksCredit: GettyCiguatera is a foodborne illness caused by eating contaminated reef fish. It’s caused by a toxin called ciguatoxin, which is produced by small algae that grows on coral reefs. Ciguatera poisoning is usually not life-threatening, but it can be…

APPLE is trying to tempt you with its thrifty new iPhone 16e – and I’ve already had a go.I’ve spent about a week testing the new mobile, which is currently the cheapest in Apple’s line-up.12The Sun’s tech editor Sean Keach has been secretly testing out the new iPhone 16eCredit: Sean Keach / The Sun12The iPhone 16e is the cheapest model in Apple’s current smartphone line-upCredit: Sean Keach / The Sun12I was trying the matte white model – but there’s also a matte black version tooCredit: Sean Keach / The SunThe iPhone 16e is a sort of spiritual successor to the…

WHEN it comes to visiting the dentist, many of us are guilty of not being completely truthful about our oral hygiene. You might find yourself lying about how often you brush or floss, or indulging in unhealthy food and drinks. 3Your dentist can tell a lot about your habits and health just from looking inside your mouthCredit: Getty3Dr Safa Al-Naher says she can often see the signs of four bad habitsCredit: Dr Safa Al-NaherBut the truth is, nothing gets past your dentist the moment you say “Ahh!”.Dr Safa Al-Naher, a dentist in Knightsbridge, London who offers cosmetic and facial aesthetics…

FOLLOWING a popular diet could slash your risk of several cancers linked to obesity, a study suggests. Being overweight or obese can make you more likely to develop 13 different types of the disease, including bowel and liver cancer. 1Researchers linked a Mediterranean diet to a lower risk of obesity-related cancersFollowing the Mediterranean diet may slightly lower the risk of these cancers, research published in JAMA Network Open showed. It found people who stuck to the popular diet – which prioritises veggies, pulses, healthy fats and olive oil – had a 6 per cent lower risk of risk developing obesity-linked…

MILLIONS of copies of Pokémon games have been flogged across Britain – so chances are, you’ve got one at home.And if you’re keen to cash in, some of the classics are worth hundreds (and even thousands) of pounds.5The Game Boy Colour is one of the best-loved Nintendo consoles, and home to several Pokémon classicsCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd5The Pokémon Puzzle Challenge game is now a collectible worth paying hundreds for – but there are even more valuable titles…Credit: NintendoPokémon launched as a pair of games in Japan in 1996, and quickly became a global sensation.It wasn’t until October 1999 that…

DOCTORS have issued a stark warning to those taking a common anti-acne medicine after a young man suffered a life-threatening side effect.The 20-year-old was taking isotretinoin, a controversial drug dished out on the NHS, when he was rushed to hospital with severe stomach pain, according to Belgian medics.1A common acne drug left a man in hospitalCredit: GettyThe drug is well known for its potential mental health side effects.Experts describing the case in the Journal of Medical Case Reports now warn that patients should also be aware of its potentially serious effects on the pancreas.At the hospital, tests confirmed the man,…

GOOGLE has told Gmail users to conduct an important “spot check” to avoid falling victim to a sophisticated new wave of scams. It has never been easier to fall victim to phishing – scams that target victims through emails, text messages or calls. 1But both scams, no matter how sophisticated, can be avoided by following Google’s four “golden rules”Credit: GoogleCyber criminals are now employing the extra, smarter, hand of artificial intelligence (AI) to steal personal information and hijack accounts. Gmail users were last week given a red alert over a “devastating” new scam that uses AI to create convincing voice…

WHEN Chrissy Cruickshanks lay in her hospital bed fighting cancer, it wasn’t how she imagined her Valentine’s Day to be.But her mum decorated the ward with hearts, and she was expecting a visit from her boyfriend to celebrate.9Chrissy Cruickshanks was dumped on Valentine’s Day while going through cancer treatmentCredit: Chrissy Cruickshanks9Her boyfriend of 10 years came to visit her in hospital, then ended their relationship over text later that eveningCredit: Chrissy CruickshanksHowever, after arriving to see her, he sent her a text later that evening to break up with her. Not only was Chrissy fighting for her life, she had a…

OLD Nintendo 64 consoles can fetch thousands of pounds – and you might have the right model at home.So if you’re hanging on to any of the iconic ’90s gaming machines, it might be time to dust them off.3The Smoke Black Nintendo 64 is a prized collectible for gamersCredit: pricecharting.comOne special model could net you more than £2,200 if you’ve got it tucked away somewhere.The Nintendo 64 is one of the best-loved consoles of all time.It came out in Japan in June 1996, following by a March 1997 release for Europe – with Nintendo ultimately selling more than 32 million…