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Quote of the Day by the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale: 'I attribute my success to this: I never gave...'- Life lessons on accountability, perseverance, and the courage to act without excuses by 'The Lady with the Lamp'

Florence Nightingale's powerful mantra, 'I never gave or took any excuse,' underscores accountability as the bedrock of achievement. Her life exemplifies this principle, demonstrating that meaningful impact stems from disciplined action, not perfect circumstances. Facing immense challenges during the Crimean War and advocating for healthcare reforms, Nightingale's unwavering commitment to…

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day by Florence Nightingale: 'Rather, ten times, die in the surf, heralding...'- The 'Lady with the Lamp's' powerful words about courage still inspire the world today

Florence Nightingale, a pioneering nurse and statistician, transformed healthcare. She gained fame as the 'Lady with the Lamp' during the Crimean War. Nightingale established the first scientifically based nursing school in London. Her work led to significant social reforms in healthcare. Her legacy continues to inspire nurses worldwide.

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Readers reply: What if Shakespeare was dropped in modern-day London?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions ponders the hypothetical reactions of eminent historical personages to today’s Trafalgar Square

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What if Shakespeare was dropped in modern-day London?

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Naomi Stadlen obituary

Psychotherapist and author who focused on the communication of mothers with their babies

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I'm a professional beauty shopper, and even I was surprised to see this luxury British fragrance brand on Amazon

Steeped in nearly three centuries of perfumery expertise, Floris London makes home to an abundance of indulgent scents

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Cherished champion and statesman: Usyk focuses on Ukraine before titles

The boxing great made two symbolic political gestures in London with his bout against Daniel Dubois only days away on Saturday

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Dame Laura Kenny: You learn early on that nothing is perfect, no life or child is perfect

The acclaimed British cyclist talks to Camilla Foster about the “chaos” of motherhood and how she hopes to instil confidence in her children.

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‘Not a saint’: Florence Nightingale, heroic founder of modern nursing, is humanised in a new novel

Florence Nightingale is often described as the founder of modern nursing. She was immortalised in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s 1857 poem, Santa Filomena: “A noble type of good / Heroic Womanhood.” For over a century, she has been remembered as “the lady with the lamp”, moving through the wards of war…

The Conversation

‘Literary scandal’, ‘joke-a-minute’, ‘captivating’: the best Australian books out in May

Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

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Friday essay: in an uncertain world, ‘green relief’ offers respite, healing and beauty

Have you ever sat with a cup of tea at the end of a weeding session, with a feeling close to happiness? Or returned from the local garden centre with a bag of potting mix and some plants – and soon the sight of your newly planted herbs or flowers…

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Coffee enemas probably won’t detox your system – they’re more likely to cause you serious damage

What do King Charles and Gwyneth Paltrow have in common? Give up? They’ve both at one point or another caused coffee colonic-related controversies.

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Scottish university's campus named one of the most beautiful in the world

AN iconic university building based in the heart of a Scottish city has been named as one of the most beautiful campuses in the world by a…

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Part science, part magic: an illuminating history of healing with light

For millennia, humans had one obvious and reliable source of light – the Sun – and we knew the Sun was essential for our survival.

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Edwina Currie on selling her antiques to raise money for Ukraine

The former MP tells Lisa Salmon about taking part in TV show Celebrity Yorkshire Auction House, and the Ukrainian family that lives with her.

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Robot carers: redefining nursing for the 21st century

Imagine you’re 90 years old, a grandmother of three and your husband is also elderly and ailing. You need help with almost everything, getting out of a chair, going to the bathroom, getting dressed, eating and remembering your medications. Despite advances in life expectancy, ageing has not been kind, and…

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'You can feel the presence of Nightingale here': Florence Nightingale's Derbyshire home for sale for £3.75m

Peter Kay bought Lea Hurst in 2011 and embarked on a three-year, “no-expenses-spared” restoration. He has since become something of a Nightingale expert — even naming his daughter after her

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'Backbone of the health service': The joy, trauma and rewards of nursing

Nurses celebrated and revered on Florence Nightingale's birthday.

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These are the 8 inspirational women being honoured with their own Barbie in 2024 (but here's why you won't be able to to buy them)

These incredible women are all being honoured with their own Barbie likeness this year, but sadly they won't be available to buy. Luckily we've found six other real-life trailblazers whose Barbie form you can buy instead

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COVID inquiry heard Boris Johnson 'struggled' with graphs – if you do too, here are some tips

In March 2020, the UK government’s chief scientific adviser, Patrick Vallance, presented to the nation a graph showing “the shape of an epidemic”. The red line depicting the number of predicted COVID cases rose to a steep peak before falling again. Vallance explained that delaying and reducing the height of…

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Sports quiz of the week: South Africa, Ballon d’Or and Tyson Fury

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A history of nurses: They once had the respect they're now trying to win

In Taking Care: The Story of Nursing and its Power to Change the World, author Sarah DiGregorio tells how nurses had great stature centuries ago — and how they got pushed into the background.

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TV tonight: Nora from Queens is back, still dissatisfied and still a delight

Awkwafina’s millennial returns for a third series – and a scolding from her grandma. Plus: Joanna Lumley finds enchantment where there is patently none. Here’s what to watch this evening

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We don’t need discount vouchers for International Women’s Day. We need equal rights

International Women’s Day is too often dumbed down into a mere marketing opportunity that capitalises feminism

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