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Sky News
2 hours ago
- Health
- Sky News
Sunburn isn't just red skin - here's what's happening underneath the burn
The government is warning that the NHS will be under even more pressure this weekend as temperatures soar, so looking after yourself in the sunshine is crucial. But how much do you know about the science behind sunburn… and how to prevent it? What is sunburn? While we all know what sunburned skin looks like - red and sore - it might not be so clear what is happening underneath the skin. "Essentially, it's inflammation," said Dr Rachel Abbott, a consultant dermatologist who specialises in skin cancer for the Cardiff and Vale University health board. Ultraviolet radiation is carcinogenic and when it is allowed to penetrate the skin, it triggers an inflammatory reaction, said Dr Abbott. Histamines - chemicals produced by the body's immune system - and prostaglandins - compounds that help the body deal with injuries and illness - are released as your body begins reacting to the damage. 0:54 Although the inflamed, red, itchy skin will fade, those carcinogens will do permanent damage to your DNA, according to Dr Abbott. "The redness and pain can be managed symptomatically, but that DNA damage is permanent," she said. "We've all got DNA repair mechanisms in our bodies. But this is why we're seeing such a massive increase in skin cancer, because [as we get older], the battle between the DNA damage and the skin cells becomes more than the immune system can cope with." Since the early 1990s, the number of skin cancer cases in Britain has more than doubled and last year, the number of cases was predicted to hit an all-time high of 20,800, according to Cancer Research UK. The cancer charity partially attributed the rise in cases to older groups of people knowing "less about the dangers of tanning in their youth", who "may have taken advantage of the cheap package holiday boom from the 1960s". This would lead to increased sun exposure and more damaged DNA, increasing the risk of skin cancer further down the line. The 'most effective' protection (and it isn't suncream) There is currently no conclusive treatment to deal with the DNA damage caused by sunburn - although Dr Abbott said there is "exciting" work being done in that area. Instead, the way to stop yourself from sustaining long-term damage is to protect yourself from UV rays. "A lot of people associate temperature with the heat of the sun, whereas actually it's the UV index that's the critical thing. And that usually peaks around midday," said Dr Abbott. 1:19 Contrary to what some may think (or hope), suncream should be a last resort. Shade "is the most effective thing", she said, but if you have to be out in the sunshine, "obviously we recommend hats, clothing and then sunscreen". "It is a last resort for those areas that you can't cover up with clothing and hats, and sunglasses." The cancer care charity Macmillan recommends a suncream with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 50, or at least 30, and to reapply it regularly. "There is no such thing as a safe suntan," advises the charity. It also recommends using around six to eight teaspoons of suncream for an adult - one teaspoon for each limb, one for your chest, one for your back and one for your head and neck.
Sky News
6 hours ago
- Business
- Sky News
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer set to warn of 'backroom stitch up' between parties in Wales
The prime minister is set to warn of a "backroom stitch up" between the Conservatives, Reform UK and Plaid Cymru ahead of next year's Senedd elections. Sir Keir Starmer will address Welsh Labour's annual conference in Llandudno, North Wales, on Saturday. Voters will head to the polls next May to choose their representatives in Cardiff Bay and recent polls suggest Labour is in third place, behind Reform and Plaid. Labour has been the largest party at every Senedd election since devolution began in 1999. It is understood he will say such a deal would mark a "return to the chaos and division of the last decade". But opposition parties have hit back at the prime minister's "imaginary coalitions", with Plaid Cymru accusing Labour of "scraping the barrel". 2:59 Sir Keir is expected to tell members how the two Labour governments in Westminster and Cardiff are "working together for the people of Wales". At next year's Senedd election, 96 members will be elected to the Welsh parliament for the first time - an increase of more than a third - under a more proportional voting system. He is anticipated to describe First Minister Eluned Morgan as a "fierce champion" for Wales and "the best person" to lead the country into the future. It comes after Ms Morgan set out the "red Welsh way" in a landmark speech last month, seemingly deviating from the Westminster party, and calling for more "respect" for devolution and a "fair deal" for Wales. The prime minister's pitch to the people of Wales comes as the UK government announces legal protections for military personnel, their families and for veterans as the country marks Armed Forces Day. Further details are set to be outlined in due course, but the government says they could include more travel benefits or flexible working arrangements for partners of serving personnel. After a week in which the amid a mounting rebellion, the party is expected to make a number of announcements for Wales. Among those is a new £11m fund for businesses in Port Talbot and the surrounding area, which Labour says proves that it is the only party with "a real plan to grow Welsh industry".
BBC News
12 hours ago
- BBC News
Paedophile who posted child abuse online jailed for 19 years
A paedophile who committed a string of "revolting" sexual offences against children has been jailed for 19 years. Mark Manship, 39, of Cardiff, was convicted of raping, sexually assaulting and sharing indecent images of a young girl from Bristol online. During sentencing at Bristol Crown Court on Friday, he was made subject to a lifelong Sexual Harm Prevention Order, restraining orders and was added to the sex offenders Con Elizabeth Howell described Manship as a "manipulative man who committed truly abhorrent crimes to fuel his own grotesque sexual desires". 'Extremely distressing' The court was told of the significant impact of his crimes which "continue to echo through every part" of his two victims' Manship to 19 years in prison, with an extended licence period of eight years, the judge said: "The facts of this case are extremely distressing. "They are nothing short of revolting or horrific." Manship was caught after exchanging sexually explicit messages describing child abuse, as well as indecent images of children, with an undercover FBI agent in December 2020, the court was was arrested by Avon and Somerset Police and a search of his devices uncovered hundreds of indecent images of was charged with one count of rape of a child under 13, four counts of sexual assault of a child under 13, two counts of taking indecent photographs of a child, two counts of distributing indecent photographs of a child, and one count of making indecent photographs of a pleaded guilty to all charges at Bristol Crown Court in May. Det Con Howell commended the two victims for their bravery."He took advantage of very young girls and shared his horrific abuse of one of them online - giving absolutely no thought to their wellbeing or the devastating long-term effects his crimes will have on them and their families," she said."I'm very pleased they have been able to see him handed a significant prison sentence today."
The Independent
12 hours ago
- General
- The Independent
New ancient discovery unearthed at popular dog walking spot
Volunteer archaeologists uncovered a Bronze Age burial site at Trelai Park in Cardiff, Wales. Human remains, believed to be cremations from the Bronze Age, were found in three pits during an archaeological dig. The cremations were discovered next to a 1500 BC roundhouse previously found at the site. Experts suggest the proximity of the remains indicates the site held significant ceremonial importance or was a burial ground for cherished family members. The discovery highlights the rich history of Trelai Park, suggesting it has been an important location for thousands of years.
Wales Online
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Wales Online
Tonight's rugby news as young Wales team named and coach says his comments were 'sloppy'
Tonight's rugby news as young Wales team named and coach says his comments were 'sloppy' The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond. Harri Ford of Wales (Image: Huw Evans Picture Agency Ltd ) Your rugby evening headlines on Friday, June 27. Wales name team for World Rugby Championship Dragons playmaker Harri Ford has been given the nod to wear the Wales number 10 shirt for their World Rugby U20 Championship opener against Argentina in Verona on Sunday. Cardiff outside-half Harri Wilde was preferred for the majority of the U20s Six Nations but head coach Richard Whiffin has opted for Ford this time around. Ford is one of four changes from the side which claimed a memorable victory over world champions England U20s in the Six Nations finale. Bath full-back Jack Woods also comes into the starting XV in place of Tom Bowen, while Cardiff's Elijah Evans starts in the unfamiliar position of wing. There is also a welcome return for powerful Dragons lock Nick Thomas who has returned from an ankle injury which sidelined the 19-year-old for the majority of the Six Nations. Article continues below 'Nick has worked hard to get back from the injury he had in Six Nations,' explained Whiffin. 'He offers a level of experience in the second row against what we know is going to be a formidable Argentina pack. 'Elijah Evans is one of the quickest guys in the squad. His aerial game is really strong and the way we want to play the game will suit him in that wide channel.' Wales have been drawn in a tough pool with Argentina, France and Spain but have every reason to be optimistic. Whiffin has selected a powerful front-row which includes Ioan Emanuel, Harry Thomas and Sam Scott, while Bristol's Kenzie Jenkins partners Thomas in the second-row. Openside Harry Beddall captains the side from openside flanker with Deian Gwynne and Evan Minto also in the back row. Cardiff's Sion Davies is at scrum-half with Steffan Emanuel and Osian Roberts in midfield. The highly rated Aidan Boshoff makes up the back three with Woods and Evans. 'It was a tough job getting the squad down to 30 and even tougher to get it down to 23 for the match against Argentina,' said Whiffin. 'We spoke to the boys and told them everyone is going to play in the first three games, and everyone has got to be ready. 'The seven boys who have missed out still have a crucial role to play – their job is to help prepare the team and be good team men. We're a tight group and they have reacted really well, and I know that those boys when they get the opportunity, they will take it.' Whiffin expects Argentina to pose a major challenge to Wales, with full back Pascal Senillosa the only player to gain 200-plus metres from his carries in this year's TRC U20. 'They did well in their Rugby Championship and have a big physical pack and they have got some electric outside backs," he said. "Their 10 and 15 control the game very well so they will be a couple of guys we need to make sure we apply pressure to, and we have to be smart in how we manage our energy levels in what will be a daunting proposition in the heat of Italy." Wales U20: Jack Woods (Bath); Elijah Evans (Cardiff), Osian Roberts (Sale Sharks), Steffan Emanuel (Cardiff), Aidan Boshoff (Bristol Bears); Harri Ford (Dragons), Sion Davies (Cardiff); Ioan Emanuel (Bath), Harry Thomas (Scarlets), Sam Scott (Bristol Bears), Kenzie Jenkins (Bristol Bears), Nick Thomas (Dragons), Deian Gwynne (Gloucester), Harry Beddall - captain (Dragons), Evan Minto (Dragons) Replacements: Saul Hurley (Aberavon), Louie Trevett (Bristol Bears), Owain James (Dragons), Dan Gemine (Llandovery), Caio James (Gloucester), Ellis Lewis (Neath), Harri Wilde (Cardiff), Tom Bowen (Cardiff). Joe Schmidt addresses foreign-born player swipe Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has admitted his comments were "sloppy" about Sione Tuipulotu and Bundee Aki. The British and Irish Lions centre duo were born in Australia and New Zealand, respectively, and they came under fire from the Wallabies head coach. Schmidt described their centre pairing against Argentina as a "southern hemisphere partnership that will be pretty formidable". His comments were not met with open arms by the British and Irish media, with many condemning his decision to bring it up. However, Schmidt, who previously worked with Aki, has now taken the opportunity to clarify that no ill meaning was intended, while recognising his poor choice of words. "Bundee is one of the players I've so enjoyed coaching, and I'd have so much respect for that fella, that wasn't supposed to be a swipe or a jibe at all," Schmidt told the Sydney Morning Herald. "In fact, it was sloppy from me because someone had just been talking to me and described it as that, and then I used their words, and I should have just stuck to my own words and said, 'hey, there's a lot of respect in Australia for Sione'." "There are coaches who certainly do it, and they even talk to their team through the media sometimes," he said. "But if I've got something to say to a player, I'd rather say it to them than fire a barrel through the media. I know that a lift-out quote or a phrase can be a headline and inevitably, even after 20-plus years of doing this job, I'll get it wrong. "I'm conscious of it and I'm conscious that other coaches do it, but I don't anticipate it happening in this Lions tour. 'Faz' and I have had a few conversations about how we'd like the narrative of the tour to be a celebration of rugby. I think for Australian rugby, we need that." Mack Hansen urges caution when the Lions take on Western Force By Duncan Bech, PA Rugby Union Correspondent, Perth Mack Hansen knows what is awaiting the British and Irish Lions' in Perth on Saturday after being present as a spectator for the Brumbies' famous upset of the tourists on their last visit to Australia. Hansen starts on the right wing against Western Force at Optus Stadium where he will face some of his old Brumbies team-mates, including a former housemate in Bayley Kuenzle. The 27-year-old was born and raised in Canberra and began his career playing for the most successful of Australia's Super Rugby franchises before joining Connacht in 2021. Selection for Ireland the following year was made possible through his Irish mother and 28 caps later he is on tour with the elite of British and Irish rugby, recalling a cautionary tale from 2013. 'I was at that Brumbies game with my dad and brother and the Brumbies beat the Lions, so these things do happen,' he said. 'We were sitting behind the goalposts watching it. It was mad. You don't expect anyone to actually do it, but I talked to guys after that and they'd been pumped up for the game for weeks, working towards it. 'They saw it as the be-all and end-all. Also, guys are playing to try to get into the Wallabies as well, so there's still a lot on the line for a lot of these teams. 'None of the games are going to be easy. Everyone wants to win – it's not just us that want to win. 'We want to win every game but the Force aren't saying 'all right boys, let's go out and lose by 40'. They'll be coming out thinking 'we can cause an upset'. They've only got one game, then they're on holiday. 'There will be this, then they'll have 10 toes up for the next five weeks, so I'm sure they're going to give it their all. 'When you get that time after time after time after time for however long we're here, it will take its toll on us, but that's a good thing. It makes us better and it makes the game more exciting.' British and Irish Lions urged to 'create moments' ahead of Australia tour opener By Duncan Bech, PA Rugby Union Correspondent, Perth The British and Irish Lions have been urged to create memories when they play their first fixture on Australian soil against Western Force on Saturday. The Lions are eager to kickstart their tour after falling 28-24 to Argentina in the Dublin opener as they build towards the Test series against the Wallabies, which begins in Brisbane on July 19. Although they may be the worst performing of Australia's Super Rugby sides this season, the Force have been reinforced by the presence of six Wallabies who have been released for the Optus Stadium showdown. Scrum coach John Fogarty highlights the importance of the Lions rewarding their supporters – more than 30,000 are expected to head Down Under – after seeing the Aviva Stadium turn red last Friday. 'The lads need to create moments for people to get behind,' said Fogarty, who oversaw a dominant scrum performance against the Pumas. 'Whether it's in a scrum or off a line-out or attacking play or defensive play, we need to make sure we're creating moments that capture the minds of the people that matter most. That's the plan. 'It's an amazing thing, the Lions. You get behind it instantly. It was disappointing against Argentina because you feel like you're letting people down a little bit due to the performance and the result.' Fogarty believes the Lions will be better for another week together, enabling them to build familiarity with each other. Article continues below 'There were little things around mentality. Sometimes you come into a game, it's a big occasion and you're in your head a bit and not playing the game on instinct,' he said. 'That's why this week has been so important, we've been getting more cohesive and a bit more in synch so that come game day we can play off instincts. It should all become more natural to us.'
