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You’d be forgiven for thinking the creator of the drug that cured the erectile dysfunction of millions around the world would be enjoying the profits of his hard work. But you’d be wrong. Instead, the co-creator of Viagra, Dr David Brown, has set himself the ambitious challenge of finding treatments for 100 rare diseases by … Read more
Toyota hails flying taxis plan with £300m gamble: Japanese car maker backs California-based Joby Aviation By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:51 GMT, 16 January 2020 | Updated: 21:51 GMT, 16 January 2020 Toyota has made a £300million bet on flying taxis. The Japanese car maker led a £450million fundraising by California-based Joby … Read more
Every New Year’s, millions of Americans make resolutions to become healthier whether it’s to exercise more regularly or eat better. Now, a new survey has revealed the health and fitness terms most searched in Google in every US state for 2020. CrossFit – the popular strength and conditioning program – was the term most typed … Read more
Four out of five young adult vapers say they feel ‘safe’ using e-cigarettes despite the epidemic of lung illnesses that have killed 55 – but HALF say they plan to quit as a New Year’s resolution 77% said they believe vaping is healthier than smoking cigarettes and 60% think it’s healthier than drinking alcohol Three-quarters … Read more
Funeral plan providers face a major crackdown amid concerns over ‘shameful’ sales practices, high fees and a lack of transparency around where their customers’ money is kept. It is a major victory for Money Mail which has long called for ministers to regulate the £3.3 billion pre-paid funeral plan market. However, experts warn that the … Read more
On Thursday, President Trump insinuated that he would throw his weight behind the Florida governor’s proposed plan to help keep drug prices lower by importing medications from other countries. It might be good for prices, but with recent reports of fake foreign drugs and widespread contamination in blockbuster medications manufactured abroad, it’s not clear the … Read more
How to plan a trip to Taiwan and advice on good budget hotels in Australia: The Holiday Guru helps you find the perfect break Want a cheap trip to Taiwan? Try Regent Holidays or Travel Republic Ibis has more than 50 hotels in Australia, room rates start from £53 There’s also advice on holidays to Greece … Read more
MPs plan a revolt against rules that hit the pensions of older British citizens living abroad The Government groups certain policies within a single legal bundle It means pensions are stuck at rates that applied when people left the UK Anne Puckridge moved to Canada in 2001 to be near her daughter and her pension … Read more
Plan to restructure department store chain Debenhams could take up to two years as 50 stores face the axe The department store chain spiralled into administration last week The £2.3billion turnover company plans to close as many as 50 of its 165 stores All the stores are expected to stay open until Christmas By Neil … Read more
Banning junk food adverts before the watershed will only cut two calories from a child’s diet a day, research shows. The Government revealed plans in March to restrict advertising of foods high in salt, fat and sugar on television and social media until after 9pm. They hoped the strict rules would curb soaring childhood obesity … Read more