Voting for new Pope set to begin with cardinals entering secret conclave15 minutes agoLaura GozziBBC NewsReporting fromVatican CityVATICAN MEDIA / HANDOUTOn Wednesday evening, under the domed ceiling...

A 25-year-old inmate was discovered dead in his cell at HMP Parc prison, Bridgend, just 45 minutes after a disciplinary notice was slid under his door, according to a report by the Prisons and...

Polygamy and pageantry on display at a mass wedding in South Africa9 hours agoKhanyisile NgcoboBBC News, ZuurbekomNhlanhla PhillipsThe bride, Evelyn Sekgalakane, sparkled in white as she walked down...

Certain medications have been linked to an increased risk of dementia (Image: Getty )A health expert has said that four types of tablets, some commonly used to treat everyday illnesses and...

Studies indicate that curcumin can enhance insulin sensitivity, similarly to some medication (Image: Getty)Health specialists have identified a common kitchen spice that could have blood...

Salmon is regarded as a healthy option for reducing blood pressure (Image: Getty)A certain 'superfood' fish has been found to significantly aid in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Thanks to...

Woman's eyesight saved by cutting-edge test after mystery infection29 minutes agoFergus WalshMedical editorBBCA 29-year-old doctor from Bristol has had her eyesight saved after a "game-changing" test...

the moment police kill a handcuffed patient by throwing him like a "rag doll (Image: -)British police unlawfully killed a vulnerable man by throwing him around “like a rag doll” while restraining...

Scientists have sounded the alarm over a common kitchen spice, warning that it could interfere with the effectiveness of prescription drugs. While a dash here and there is likely harmless, 'excessive...

TV presenter Gabby Logan has opened up about the devastating impact her brother’s death had on her during her teenage years.The former athlete and presenter was 19-years-old when she lost her...

Asthma inhalers are a vital tool to help manage the common lung condition, but medics have warned that some users of blue inhalers are not using them correctly. Blue inhalers, also known as reliever...

A pharmacist has warned that common medications could be contributing to a rise in Victorian diseases such as scurvy, shingles and rickets. Millions of Britons take prescription drugs for conditions...

Final days of Pope who joined Vatican crowds at Easter despite doctors' advice47 minutes agoLaura GozziBBC News, RomeGetty ImagesAt midday on Monday, church bells across Italy began to toll. Pope...

Final days of Pope who joined Vatican crowds at Easter despite doctors' advice47 minutes agoLaura GozziBBC News, RomeGetty ImagesAt midday on Monday, church bells across Italy began to toll. Pope...