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Midwives saved his mom's life -- and inspired him to pursue the profession
May 5 is International Day of the Midwife. This year's theme is "one million more" — reflecting a shortage of midwives.
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BBC Sport4:07 AMIs Gibbs-White favourite to start as England's number 10 at World Cup?
Morgan Gibbs-White has enjoyed an impressive resurgence in 2026, so is the Nottingham Forest attacking midfielder now the leading contender for the number 10 role with England at the World Cup?
BBC Sport4:07 AMRahm eligible for Ryder Cup after striking tour deal
Jon Rahm will be eligible for next year's Ryder Cup in Ireland after striking a deal to continue playing on the DP World Tour.
BBC Sport4:07 AM'In a better place but not 100%' - Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues
Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months.
BBC Sport4:07 AMEverton fan arrested for alleged Semenyo racist abuse
An Everton fan is arrested by Merseyside Police during his side's match with Manchester City for allegedly racially abusing Antoine Semenyo.
BBC Sport4:07 AMSing returns as Red Roses rejig back three against Italy
Emma Sing, Ellie Kildunne and Mia Venner comprise a new-look back-three combination for England's Women's Six Nations game against Italy on Saturday.
BBC Sport4:07 AM'No ego, no noise, just consistent excellence' - humble Halfpenny retires
Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will leave a lasting legacy after announcing he will hang up his boots at the end of the season.
BBC Sport4:07 AMUK government discusses hosting Olympics in 2040s
The UK government says it is in "discussions about supporting potential bids" to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.
BBC Sport4:07 AMPlayers will boycott a Slam 'at some point' over prize money demands - Sabalenka
World number one Aryna Sabalenka believes players will boycott a Grand Slam "at some point" because of the ongoing dispute over prize money.
BBC Sport4:07 AMHow did Guehi 'assist' allow Barry to score when offside?
Everton's Thierno Barry effectively gained from being offside when Manchester City's Marc Guehi teed him up to score on Monday. Is the law fair? And were the game's other big decisions correct?
BBC Sport4:07 AMO'Neill says Hearts can be regular title contenders
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill believes Hearts are in a strong position to become regular title contenders in the Scottish Premiership.