How stock market expectations have changed this year
The stock market has stayed remarkably resilient this year, to the surprise of many on Wall Street. As the economy and market continue to hum along, some investors' expectations for what's to come are shifting.
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George Alagiah: What are the signs of bowel cancer?
BBC newsreader George Alagiah has died at 67 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer. Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and leads to around 16,800 deaths every year. More than nine out of 10 cases of bowel cancer develop in older adults over the age of 50, and nearly six in 10 are in people aged 70 or older. Alagiah was first diagnosed with stage four (advanced) bowel cancer in 2014. By the age of 66, it had spread to his lungs, liver, spine and lymph nodes. The three main symptoms of bowel cancer are having persistent blood in the stools, an ongoing change in bowel habit (such as needing to go more often or suffering the runs) and persistent lower abdominal pain, bloating or discomfort. A loss of appetite may also occur, or somebody may suffer significant, unintentional weight loss. Several things are known to increase the risk of bowel cancer, though they cannot explain every case. These include a diet high in red or processed meats and low in fibre, being overweight or obese, not taking enough exercise and drinking too much alcohol. Being a smoker and having a family history of the disease can also push up the risk. Some people also have an increased risk of bowel cancer because they have another long-term condition, such as extensive ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease. Bowel cancer screening is currently widely offered to people aged 60 to 74 who are sent a home stool kit every two years. Those aged 75 and over can ask for a kit every two years by phoning the free bowel cancer screening helpline on 0800 707 60 60. Bowel cancer can be very difficult to treat in its later stages. But in the early stages, tumours can often be removed through surgery. The main treatments for bowel cancer include chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted drugs, which depend on the genetic make-up of the tumour. One in 15 men and one in 18 women will be diagnosed with bowel cancer during their lifetime. Expert predictions are that 53,646 cases of bowel cancer (29,356 in men and 24,290 in women) will be diagnosed in the UK in 2035. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Carol Vorderman says she no longer sunbathes after health scare Carol Vorderman: Why my skin cancer scare means I no longer sunbathe This is how often you should actually change your razor
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Public Storage to acquire Simply Self Storage for $2.2 billion
Self-storage properties operator Public Storage said on Monday it has entered a deal to buy Simply Self Storage
1970-01-01 08:00
China Holds Off on Major Stimulus as It Signals Property Easing
China’s top leaders signaled more support for the troubled real estate sector alongside pledges to boost consumption and
1970-01-01 08:00
SoftBank Ups Stake In Symbotic in Joint Venture Deal
SoftBank Group Corp. is setting up an artificial intelligence-oriented warehousing joint venture with Symbotic Inc. and buying more
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Taiwan investigates police after teenager sexually assaulted in botched sting
The 13-year-old had been used in an undercover operation to help catch a man she met on a dating app.
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Roundup: 'Barbie' Breaks Box Office Records; Brian Harman Wins British Open; Twitter Is Now X
'Barbie' broke records at the box office, Brian Harman won the British Open, Twitter is now X and more in the Roundup.
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Man Utd poach Darren Fletcher's sons from Man City
Darren Fletcher's twin sons are set to join Manchester United from rivals Manchester City.
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Americans Are Moving Toward Climate Danger in Search of Cheaper Homes
A midsummer quiz: Let’s say you read about an area experiencing blistering heat for weeks on end. Heat
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The new 'private jet'-style airline flying to the Maldives
Beond is a new all-business class airline to the Maldives, based in capital Malé. Launching from Dubai and Delhi, with plans to expand to Europe, it promises lie-flat beds and a "private jet" experience.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ivory Coast media guide
An overview of the media in Ivory Coast, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.
1970-01-01 08:00
S Club reveal title of first single in 20 years as part of tribute to late bandmate Paul Cattermole
As they prepare to go on tour as a five-piece, S Club has revealed their first single in 20 years is titled ‘These are the Days’, which will come with a “moving film story” in tribute to their late bandmate Paul Cattermole.
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