Alabama hospital pauses IVF treatments after court rules embryos are ‘children’

[ Alabama’s largest hospital has paused IVF treatments following a controversial court ruling in the state that said frozen embryos are the legal equivalent of children. The University of Alabama at Birmingham said in a statement late on Wednesday that it must evaluate whether its patients or doctors could face criminal charges or punitive damages … Read more

The winter sun destinations where your money will go furthest

[ With a deep freeze followed by wild storms it’s not surprising Britons will be thinking of fleeing for a winter break in the sun. Now there is another incentive to let the gusts propel your flight to warmer climes – the power of the pound. Sterling has made significant gains against several currencies over … Read more

Senegal has winter sun, no jet leg

[ The UK’s dreary winters always tempt me to seek out warmth. And, after a testing 12 months personally, I decided it was time to regain my spark – with a solo trip. What I needed, with just five days of annual leave left to use, was to visit somewhere that was new to me, … Read more

How long does turkey last in the fridge? When to eat Christmas leftovers by

[ If there’s one thing we associate with the week between Christmas and New Year, it’s leftovers. Whether it’s turkey curries or stuffing sandwiches, making use of that excess food is the name of the game, but it’s important to know how to do so safely. Here’s everything you need to know about storing and … Read more