Dr. Maura L. Gillison, Who Linked Throat Cancers to HPV, Dies at 61
She challenged the conventional view that a majority of head and neck cancers resulted from cigarette smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
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Sunrisers thump Fire to close in on qualification
Sunrisers Leeds move closer to securing qualification for The Hundred's knockout stages with a 71-run win over Welsh Fire, while a 101-run partnership helps London Spirit beat Birmingham Phoenix by seven wickets.
Man Utd working on deal to sign Leicester teenager Page
Manchester United are working on a deal to sign Leicester teenager Louis Page.
General News Today — August 9, 2026
Anthony Scaramucci, Podcast Star, Explains U.S. Politics to the World and more — today's news signal.
Anthony Scaramucci, Podcast Star, Explains U.S. Politics to the World
He spent 11 days in the Trump White House nine years ago. Now he has a hit podcast, helping the British public, among others, understand what’s going on.
Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino
Fifa strongly criticises what it calls a "concerted and ongoing effort" to "undermine" the organisation and its president Gianni Infantino.
Rare turtle to be sent back home in 5,000-mile 'incredibly emotional' trip
A rare turtle is being flown home to the Caribbean Sea after being found washed up in Wales.
A Lot of the Attacks on Higher Ed Are Unfair. Not This One.
By protecting a star from plagiarism charges, a storied college undermined its values.
Arsenal sign Guimaraes from Newcastle in £75m deal
Premier League champions Arsenal sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for £75m.
General News Today — August 8, 2026
Life as a Wag in the transfer window and more — today's news signal.
Life as a Wag in the transfer window
What is life like for footballers' families during the transfer window where a last-minute deal means you need to uproot your life and move hundreds of miles?
A Spurned Schumer Reaches Out to the Left
In a phone call this week, the Democratic leader told the new Michigan Senate nominee who had opposed him to just win, working to foster unity ahead of a difficult race.
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Don Nelson, Hall of Fame N.B.A. Coach and Celtics Star, Dies at 86
One of the winningest coaches in league history, he led the Bucks, the Warriors and the Mavericks. He also had a brief stint with the Knicks.
Obama and Abdul El-Sayed Discuss Unity After Michigan Senate Primary
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s call with the former president comes as he tries to win over wary Democrats in Michigan’s high-stakes Senate race.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez freezing her eggs and hasn't 'ruled out' presidential run
The popular Democratic congresswoman also said "anything was possible" when asked about a possible Senate bid.
Trump Names Will Scharf as White House Counsel
The president said Mr. Scharf, a deeply conservative lawyer and the current staff secretary, would replace David Warrington in early September.
Brief relief ahead of fifth heatwave - as more areas could move into drought
While Monday won't be quite as hot as the weekend, temperatures will ramp up ahead of the fifth widespread heatwave of the year.
It Won’t Stop at the Arc de Trump. It Won’t Stop at Washington.
The Trump administration’s proposed changes to the review process will allow it to take a wrecking ball to historic sites across the country.
Mother and Daughter Die After Boat Overturns in New York Harbor
Police divers found a 27-year-old woman and her 5-month-old baby in the water near Liberty Island. A man was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment.
Lake Mead, the Nation’s Largest Reservoir, Is Smaller Than Ever
Water levels in the reservoir, which sits behind the Hoover Dam, are at record lows. A continued drop would imperil water supplies for millions of people and cut electricity from the dam.
How much parents could save from September's new school uniform rules
Parents should not have to buy more than three branded items, plus a tie for secondary schools.
Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?
A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.
The Papers: 'New prisons outrage' and 'Days of danger'
The Sun says "jet bomb plotters" are launching parole bids, as the Mirror carries a heatwave "open water swimming" warning.
You could be missing out on £150 off your energy bill - here's how to check
Some people need to ensure they are named on their energy bill before the deadline to qualify for help.
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