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THE DOOMSDAY clock has stayed dangerously close to midnight as the world sits on the brink of nuclear Armageddon. Scientists revealed today just how close we are to the end of the world as the clock stayed at 90 seconds to the feared midnight hour. 6The Doomsday Clock remained at 90 seconds to midnight in 2024 6The world has now reached the most dangerous moment everCredit: Getty 6 The update came at 3pm UK time or 10am local time in Washington DC by the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, which organises the clock. The Doomsday Clock has been left untouched, reflecting a “continuing and…

A MUM-of-three died of cervical cancer two years after doctors wrongly said her screening test was normal. Kerry Pugh started experiencing tell-tale symptoms including bleeding during sex in 2017. 8Kerry Pugh, who died of cervical cancer, during her treatmentCredit: SWNS 8Doctors wrongly told the mum-of-three her screening test results were normalCredit: SWNS She had previously been flagged as having a high risk of developing cancer-causing virus HPV. The now-48-year-old had checks at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and no definitive cause for the bleeding was determined. In 2018, Kerry started to have irregular bleeding and attended a routine cervical cancer screening…

INCEST beast Josef Fritzl has been seen out of prison visiting local cafes just weeks before his release, it has been claimed. Fritzl, 88, was spotted at several public places near his prison in Krems an der Donau, where he has been serving his sentence for 15 years. 6Josef Fritzl has been reportedly seen out of prison just weeks before his potential release 6He was seen visiting several cafes near Sankt Poelten Prison (pictured) where the monster is currently jailedCredit: Newsflash 6Fritzl was sentenced to life in prison after he raped his daughter Elisabeth and fathered seven children with her…

A READY meal sold in some major supermarkets has been recalled over fears it could trigger life-threatening reactions. The Food Standards Agency has warned some packs of Scratch Chicken Pad Thai with Noodles and Veggies may contain peanuts not listed on the label. 1Some batches of Scratch Chicken Pad Thai are being recalled over fears they contain peanutCredit: Tesco It means the microwaveable dish – sold in Tesco and Sainsbury’s – could prove fatal to anyone allergic to peanuts. The affected batches weigh 360g and have the following use-by-dates: January 25,24,27, and 28. The meals come in a clear plastic box…

AN ABANDONED shopping mall in Singapore has become a secret haven for graffiti artists despite a ban on street art. The Peace Centre may have lost its shine over recent years but young creatives have been doing their best to bring it back to life with colourful murals and art workshops. 8The abandoned Peace Centre in Singapore has been turned into an art havenCredit: AFP 8Graffiti has become a large part of the building’s make-upCredit: AFP 8The art enclave is littered with all types of creative workCredit: AFP Despite needing permission from authorities for any kind of street art in…

MEN should have a dedicated health minister to help address blokes’ poor health and early deaths, MPs have heard. Many males do not visit the doctor between childhood and middle-age and are less likely to take time away from work to get checked out, it was said. 1Men should have a dedicated health minister to help address blokes’ poor health and early deaths, MPs have heardCredit: Getty Official figures show men in the UK live to an average age of 79, while it is 83 for women. In 2022, the Department of Health launched a women’s health strategy and appointed…

MANY people are quick to spot the shopping bags and boxes, but see if you can outsmart everyone and find the discount hidden in plain sight. Time to put your vision skills and IQ to the test and see if you can spot the sweet deal as quick as you can. 8Can you find the hidden discount tag?Credit: Bountii This image is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found. Here, we have a a busy shopping scene, where boxes and bags can be instantly spotted. The real challenge is to fine the…

MEASLES has seen an “alarming” 30-fold rise in Europe, the World Health Organisation has warned. More than 30,000 cases were reported across 40 of the 53 member states from January to October last year, compared with 941 cases in 2022. 1The WHO warned that measles has seen an ‘alarming’ 30-fold rise in EuropeCredit: Getty – Contributor Two in five cases were in kids aged one to four. WHO blamed falling MMR vaccination rates and more people holidaying after Covid, spreading the disease over borders. Measles can lead to lifelong disabilities and even death. WHO’s Dr Hans Kluge said: “We have…

THE UK and US have launched a third wave of airstrikes in Yemen just hours after a joint operation last night to blitz Houthi terror targets. Meanwhile America has blitzed other Iran-based terrorists in Iraq following a brutal attack on US military over the weekend. 7The UK and US launched their second blitz on Yemen on Monday (pictured)Credit: x 7RAF Typhoon jet takes off for the joint UK-US mission on MondayCredit: Ministry of Defence 7A RAF Typhoon pictured dropping precision bombs in YemenCredit: UK Ministry of Defence / Crown 2024 7It comes after rockets were fired at a US airbase…

STRUGGLING to sleep? Your dinner may be to blame. Results of a new study in Norway found that just one caffeine-packed energy drink a month raised the risk of sleep problems in 18-35 year-olds. 10We check out some unexpected foods that can stop you counting sheepCredit: Getty The potent beverages are well known for giving you a buzz, but other nighttime disturbers may come as a surprise. Laura Stott checks out unexpected culprits that can prevent you counting sheep. Hot sauce 10Chilli based condiments will leave you tossing and turning at nightCredit: Getty Chilli based condiments usually contain hot spices…