A UK government minister has dismissed Donald Trump's unverified assertion linking paracetamol use during pregnancy to autism. The US President claimed a surge in autism cases and suggested that Tylenol, known as paracetamol in the UK, could be a contributing factor. Despite lacking evidence, he cautioned against its use throughout pregnancy and expressed unfounded worries about vaccines.
UK experts criticized the Trump administration for spreading fear and referenced studies refuting the President's peculiar allegations. Labour minister Matthew Pennycook emphasized the importance of evidence-based decision-making in policies, highlighting the absence of any proven connection at present. He stressed the need for proper support for children with autism and advised following scientific guidance, including the NHS recommendations on...
The London T100 Triathlon weekend is set to host the World Triathlon Championship Series (WTCS) in 2026, marking its return to the capital after British Olympic champion Alex Yee's victory at the Paris Olympics in 2024. The event, scheduled for July 25-26, 2026, has secured National Lottery funding from UK Sport in collaboration with British Triathlon.
Taking place at the Excel Centre, the WTCS race will be organized by the PTO and London Marathon Events as part of the thriving London T100 Triathlon weekend. Notably, the professional T100km distance races will be replaced by the shorter WTCS format for 2026, while the amateur segment will feature the PTO’s signature 100km triathlon along with Olympic, Sprint, and...