UK News Daily Woman Charged in Pitbull Attack, Dark Chocolate Lowers Diabetes Risk, Convict in Healing Crisis Case, UK Train Services Face Chaos, and more...
Dec 6, 2024
A woman faces charges after a tragic pitbull attack in East London raises concerns about dog safety laws. In a surprising twist, a new study suggests that consuming dark chocolate might actually lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. The podcast also delves into the severe disruption of UK train services due to communication issues, causing chaos for travelers. Additionally, the resignation of Archbishop Welby is discussed, highlighting the Church's accountability regarding abuse allegations, alongside a chilling story of a fatal healing therapy workshop.
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Fatal Pitbull Attack in East London
- Leanne McDonnell was charged with owning a dangerously out-of-control dog after her pitbull attacked and killed Arkeef Mustac.
- The same dog had attacked a schoolboy days prior, raising concerns about the Dangerous Dogs Act.
Dark Chocolate and Diabetes Risk
- Consuming dark chocolate may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by up to 21%, according to a study in the British Medical Journal.
- Researchers link this effect to flavanols, antioxidant compounds found in cocoa, but advise moderation due to potential confounders.
Conviction in 'Healing Crisis' Case
- Hong Chi Xiao was sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter after a diabetic woman died during his workshop after stopping insulin.
- Xiao promoted "paedalajin," a scientifically unbacked self-healing method involving slapping the body, raising concerns about unregulated therapies.