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Conjoined twin Abby Hensel is now married : Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel first gained national attention when they appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey ...
today.com/parents/family/conjoined-twin-abby-hensel-married-rcna145275
How Beyoncé Fits Into the Storied Legacy of Black Country: 'Country is not as many have posited: a genre with Black influence but without Black presence ...
time.com/6960671/beyonce-black-country-legacy-essay/
US changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity. It's the first revision in 27 years
apnews.com/article/race-ethnicity-census-bureau-hispanics-0b2c325b683efd95e8e8e24235654abd
Time, money, lost business are part of hefty price tag to rebuild critical Baltimore bridge
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/27/francis-scott-key-bridge-rebuild/73110543007/
Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Fears grow over Comstock Act, Justices Thomas, Alito: Abortion rights supporters are sounding the alarm that conservative Supreme Court justices want to use a ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4560476-fears-grow-over-comstock-act-justices-thomas-alito/
More than one alcoholic drink a day raises heart disease risk for women: The link between alcohol and coronary heart disease proved to be especially strong among ...
washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/28/alcohol-heart-disease-women/
Landlord with 4 properties fires back at trolls: An Australian landlord who went viral after complaining she felt “demonised” by renters has doubled down on her ...
news.com.au/finance/money/wealth/everyone-has-jumped-on-landlord-hits-back-at-online-trolls/news-story/ffc001c66df0207e841e6ab3ec933066
Child-free woman, 37, horrifically shamed: A US woman has revealed life has become a “nightmare” after she was horrifically trolled for revealing she was happy ...
news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/i-went-viral-for-being-children-and-happy-it-was-terrifying/news-story/539f68e54d2519839c2255e344b91c20
U.S. FDA approves Akebia's anemia drug: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Akebia Therapeutics' drug, vadadustat, to treat anemia caused by chronic ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-akebias-anemia-drug-2024-03-28/
FDA Opens the Door to Clinical Use of LSD: Studies show benefits for people with high anxiety, depression, and PTSD, but there are questions about how these ...
webmd.com/mental-health/news/20240326/fda-opens-the-door-clinical-use-lsd
Melting polar ice is slowing Earth’s rotation and may affect time: Ice loss due to climate change has slightly slowed the Earth’s spin, a new study shows — and ...
nbcnews.com/science/environment/melting-ice-slowing-earth-rotation-may-affect-time-rcna145009
Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
- A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.
- Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.
- The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.
- Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
FDA OKs New Treatment to Prevent COVID in High-Risk People: A new antibody treatment has been approved to help prevent COVID-19, and it will be available in a ...
webmd.com/covid/news/20240326/fda-oks-new-treatment-to-prevent-covid-high-risk-people
Quick Glance: FDA Grants Approval for New Treatment to Prevent COVID in High-Risk Individuals
- A newly approved antibody therapy aims to prevent COVID-19 in individuals who are particularly vulnerable.
- Known as Pemgarda, the monoclonal antibody inhibits the virus from binding to human cells and is administered intravenously.
- Close monitoring is required post-antibody treatment due to severe allergic reactions experienced by some individuals.
- Studies indicate that individuals with weakened immune systems continue to face an increased risk of severe COVID outcomes despite multiple COVID vaccinations.
Longtime Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader Krystal Anderson dies after giving birth
today.com/parents/moms/krystal-anderson-chiefs-cheerleader-dies-rcna145213
Quick Glance: Krystal Anderson Dies of Sepsis After Stillbirth
- Krystal Anderson, a former cheerleader for the Kansas City Chiefs, passed away from sepsis after her daughter Charlotte Willow was born without a heartbeat.
- Despite extensive medical care and surgeries, she ultimately succumbed to organ failure.
- The Chiefs expressed deep sadness and planned to honor Anderson's legacy in a special way.
- Anderson advocated for Black women in STEM and women's health after her NFL career.
Lottery jackpots: Mega Millions hits $1.1B; Powerball hits $865M: Someone overcame the odds and won the $1.12 billion Mega Millions jackpot ...
apnews.com/article/lottery-mega-millions-jackpot-2ca3af2378b56cb272877f2c0a674cd5
Quick Glance: Strategies for Powerball and Mega Millions: Tips for Choosing Numbers
- Nicholas Kapoor unexpectedly won the Powerball lottery and used it as a teaching tool.
- The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are extremely slim.
- It is recommended to choose random numbers or Quick Picks to increase chances of winning.
- Playing less popular lotteries can increase the odds of winning, but the prizes are smaller.
Photos: Baltimore's Key Bridge collapses; search and rescue efforts continue : A part of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after the Dali ...
npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2024/03/26/1240914033/photos-baltimore-key-bridge-collapses
U.S. measles cases in 2024 have already surpassed the 2023 total: Today, 1 in 5 unvaccinated people who get measles are hospitalized, and roughly 1 to 3 out of ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/us-measles-cases-2024-so-far-rcna145013
Justices were skeptical of abortion pills arguments. Anti-abortion groups have backup plans.
politico.com/news/2024/03/27/conservative-abortion-pill-restriction-efforts-00149199
Quick Glance: The Significance of the Supreme Court Mifepristone Case
- On June 24, 2022, the constitutional jurisprudence on abortions was overturned by the Supreme Court.
- A pivotal aspect in the dispute FDA v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine revolves around making access to medication abortions more challenging.
- The decision could impact not only abortion access but also have implications for miscarriage treatment.
- There are also repercussions for the entire country, voters' preferences in blue states, and state sovereignty.
Dengue fever outbreak in Puerto Rico creates public health emergency: Puerto Rico dengue fever cases "have exceeded historical figures," Puerto Rico Health ...
nbcnews.com/news/latino/dengue-fever-outbreak-puerto-rico-creates-public-health-emergency-rcna145470
FDA settles lawsuit over ivermectin content that doctors claimed harmed their practice
cnn.com/2024/03/27/health/fda-ivermectin-lawsuit/
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COVID-Cautious Americans Feel Abandoned: There's a growing rift between COVID-19 communicators and people who are COVID-cautious as many experts embrace more ...
time.com/6960789/covid-19-cautious-americans/
Brooklyn Beckham loses another job: Brooklyn Beckham’s never-ending quest to gain a career has hit another snag after his own wife cut his cameo role from her ...
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/celebrity-kids/brooklyn-beckham-has-hit-another-career-snag-after-his-wife-nicola-peltz-cut-him-from-her-movie/news-story/79ee1b31d833637ce86953245e2402e3
Elon Musk Takes Ketamine to Help Treat Depression: Does It Work?: In a recent interview, Elon Musk revealed he takes ketamine to help boost his mental health and ...
healthline.com/health-news/elon-musk-ketamine-depression-treatment
For first time, Naperville ranks No. 1 on Niche’s annual best cities in America list
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/26/naperville-best-city-to-live-in-united-states-niche-2024-ranking/
US FDA approves Merck's therapy for rare lung condition: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Merck's treatment for adults with high blood ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-mercks-blood-pressure-therapy-2024-03-26/
U.S. Measles Cases in 2024 Already Surpass Last Year’s Total: It’s not quite the end of March, and the U.S. has already tallied more measles cases this year than ...
webmd.com/children/news/20240327/us-measles-cases-2024-already-surpass-last-years-total
Ketanji Brown Jackson Dunks on Alito During Abortion Hearing: He wanted to know if the FDA was infallible. She wondered the same about judges.
thedailybeast.com/ketanji-brown-jackson-dunks-on-alito-during-abortion-hearing
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Here's what to know about dengue, as Puerto Rico declares a public health emergency
npr.org/2024/03/27/1241210938/dengue-puerto-rico-public-health-emergency-facts-disease
Wegovy is now covered by Medicare, but not for weight loss | Here & Now: Wegovy will be covered to prevent heart problems in people with obesity and heart ...
wbur.org/hereandnow/2024/03/26/wegovy-medicare-weight-loss
FDA approves new drug that may help stop and even reverse a rare, fatal condition that doctors call a ‘ticking time bomb’
cnn.com/2024/03/26/health/winrevair-pah-drug-approval/
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Opinion: The Supreme Court got it wrong: Abortion is not settled law.: In his majority opinion in the case overturning Roe v. Wade, Justice Samuel Alito insisted ...
sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2024/03/27/opinion-supreme-court-got-it-wrong/
Reproductive rights before Supreme Court again with abortion pill access at stake
pbs.org/newshour/show/reproductive-rights-before-supreme-court-again-with-abortion-pill-access-at-stake
FDA tries again to ban electric shock devices: A previous effort was challenged by the lone facility using shock treatments to deter harmful behavior.
axios.com/2024/03/26/fda-ban-electric-shock
'A great culture will be lost if the EV brigade gets its way': Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
theweek.com/politics/EV-mandate-threatens-american-car-culture
Medicare spending on Ozempic and similar diabetes drugs soars, study finds, and it could end up costing seniors
cnn.com/2024/03/26/health/medicare-ozempic-diabetes-drugs-spending/
How Telehealth Widens Access to the Abortion Pill: Without telehealth, one in seven women would have to drive over 200 miles to the nearest provider
wsj.com/us-news/supreme-court-abortion-pill-ruling-access-9a5597e3
Alzheimer's Risk May Be Cut by 27% by Simple Diet Plan: A change of diet could help protect millions of Americans from inflammatory neurodegeneration ...
newsweek.com/alzheimers-risk-dementia-diet-health-1883706
LSD, Ecstasy Lure Traders Betting on ‘Psychedelic Renaissance’: For years, investors that poured money into psychedelic stocks have wagered that their breakout ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-28/lsd-ecstasy-lure-traders-betting-on-psychedelic-renaissance
Is a centuries-old disease endemic in Florida? What to know about the spread of leprosy
miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article287061480.html
Libraries expand Naloxone clinics, training at Los Angeles County libraries: Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is an FDA-approved nasal spray that can quickly ...
pasadenastarnews.com/2024/03/27/libraries-expand-naloxone-clinics-training-at-los-angeles-county-libraries/
Zepbound Shortage: Eli Lilly Weight-Loss Drug Faces Backorders: Eli Lilly’s new weight-loss shot is on backorder across the US, even as the FDA says there’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-26/zepbound-shortage-eli-lilly-weight-loss-drug-faces-backorders
InnovationRx: Base Editing Pioneer Nicole Gaudelli Joins GV: Plus: eGenesis, the startup behind the first pig-human kidney transplant, is targeting hearts and ...
forbes.com/sites/katiejennings/2024/03/27/innovationrx-base-editing-pioneer-nicole-gaudelli-joins-gv/
Measles outbreak in Chicago: What to know about the virus: Here is what to know about the measles outbreak: what it is, symptoms and information about the MMR ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/27/measles-outbreak-in-chicago-what-to-know-about-the-virus/
Diabetes Play Tops Buy Point In Rally To New Highs: Dexcom stock: The diabetes play rallied to new highs this week, topping a new buy point in the wake of the ...
investors.com/stock-lists/sector-leaders/dexcom-dxcm-stock/
Puerto Rico reports dengue fever epidemic. How likely is the disease in Ohio?: Dengue fever is on the rise in Puerto Rico, and island officials have declared it ...
cincinnati.com/story/news/2024/03/27/dengue-fever-epidemic-san-juan-puerto-rico-ohio/73115796007/
From Mexican Radio to Hatch, here's who's moving, opening and closing in the OKC metro area
oklahoman.com/story/lifestyle/food/2024/03/27/recalls-returns-mexican-radio-stella-italian-bibbs-smokehouse-coffee-ramen-okc/73054408007/
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Lack of fiber may be a trigger for inflammatory bowel disease: The amount of fiber in one's diet may be able to explain the link between gut microbes and the ...
medicalnewstoday.com/articles/lack-of-fiber-may-be-trigger-inflammatory-bowel-disease
The FDA has approved Merck's drug to treat a rare, deadly lung disease: Merck bought the company developing the drug for $11.5 billion in 2021
qz.com/fda-merck-winrevair-approval-lung-pulmonary-disease-1851368126
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0ver 100 food products preemptively recalled following red yeast rice case - Focus Taiwan
focustaiwan.tw/society/202403270018
Zydus Lifesciences gets 4 observations from USFDA for Gujarat plant: Zydus Lifesciences on Wednesday said the US health regulator has issued a Form-483 with four ...
business-standard.com/companies/news/zydus-lifesciences-gets-4-observations-from-usfda-for-gujarat-plant-124032700780_1.html
Neuralink’s ‘hack job’ brain chip trials aren’t fit for humans, congressman tells FDA
qz.com/neuralink-safety-questions-fda-blumenauer-1851366031
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Chili powder shipments found to have Sudan dyes: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2024/03/27/2003815534
FACT CHECK: Unregistered anti-itch not endorsed by Doc Liza Ong: The Philippine Food and Drug Administration has not approved the product Arturo Doctor Zu ...
rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/unregistered-anti-itch-not-endorsed-doc-liza-ong/
Taiwan measles cluster outbreak comes to an end: CDC - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 26 (CNA) The most recent measles cluster outbreak in Taiwan has come to an end ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202403260025
Ozempic maker Novo Nordisk gets more weight loss drug competition as a rival releases promising data
qz.com/viking-therapeutics-weight-loss-pill-ozempic-wegovy-1851366359
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US measles cases surpass 2023 total, CDC says. Here's which states have confirmed cases.
courier-journal.com/story/life/wellness/health/2024/03/26/which-states-have-reported-measles-cases-2024/73103656007/
Stoke Therapeutic reports encouraging results for epilepsy drug: The gene-based drug reduced the frequency of seizures by 43 percent to 85 percent in 34 patients ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/03/26/business/stoke-epilepsy-edward-kaye-dravet-syndrome-food-and-drug-administration/
Japan's marukome miso warned as problematic by TFDA - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 26 (CNA) The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) warned the public not ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202403260031
Supreme Court seems inclined not to restrict access to abortion pill in US: At the oral arguments in the mifepristone case, a majority of justices appeared ...
english.elpais.com/usa/2024-03-26/supreme-court-seems-inclined-not-to-restrict-access-to-abortion-pill-in-us.html
Japanese dried fish intercepted at border - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 26 (CNA) The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) said Tuesday that it has ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202403260027
Julian Assange may not be extradited directly to the USA: Ruling in London: Wikileaks founder Julian Assange may not be extradited directly to the USA ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/id_100372530/julian-assange-darf-nicht-unmittelbar-an-usa-ausgeliefert-werden-urteil-in-london.html
Quick Glance: Julian Assange: UK Court Delays US Extradition
- A British court ruled that Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the United States unless U.S. authorities guarantee he won't face the death penalty.
- Assange will remain in London's Belmarsh Prison as the legal battle continues.
- Judges emphasized the need for Assange to receive the same protections as a U.S. citizen and to be spared from the death penalty.
- The U.S. Justice Department declined to comment, while Assange's supporters argue for his rights as a journalist under the First Amendment.
Texas AG Ken Paxton reaches deal to end 2015 securities fraud charges: Prosecutors have announced a deal with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that would drop ...
apnews.com/article/ken-paxton-texas-securities-fraud-9ed5eecc30c1f967ec51f7e58ad9d0af
Quick Glance: Texas AG Paxton to Pay Nearly $300K in Fraud Case
- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has agreed to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution to end the fraud charges that have been looming over him for almost a decade.
- In a deal with special prosecutors, Paxton will have three felony charges dropped and will be required to provide full restitution to victims, complete community service, and undergo legal ethics education.
- The resolution of the case marks a significant legal and political victory for Paxton, allowing him to retain his elected position and legal license despite ongoing legal challenges.
- Despite facing a federal investigation and other legal battles, Paxton has maintained strong political support within the GOP, including from former President Donald Trump, showcasing his resilience amidst adversity.
Exclusive: US lawmaker seeks answers on FDA inspection of Musk's Neuralink: A U.S. lawmaker involved in health policy has asked the Food and Drug Administration ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
Body ‘found’ as ship’s mayday call revealed: A body has reportedly been pulled from the wreckage of a collapsed motorway bridge in the US city of Baltimore after ...
news.com.au/world/north-america/mass-casualty-incident-as-bridge-collapses-in-baltimore-us/news-story/adf08d9b0fd90f05b53e82350441629f
Quick Glance: New Insights into Baltimore Bridge Collapse from Drone and Traffic Camera Footage
- Authorities released footage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge crash site on Thursday.
- New traffic camera recordings provided a different perspective on the moments leading up to the bridge's collapse on Tuesday.
- An audio recording of emergency communications sheds light on the tense moments before the Baltimore bridge collapsed.
- Officials announced the suspension of search and rescue operations following the Baltimore bridge collapse on Tuesday.
New book details how ‘barons’ took over American agriculture: Iowa’s food landscape can become like Italy’s — if the “barons” who captured the American farmstand ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4555036-american-agriculture-consolidation-barons/
Florida Family Devastated After 15-Year-Old Killed In Robbery Attempt After Movie With Friends
essence.com/news/15-year-old-kayla-rincon-miller-murdered/
Chuck Todd Elaborates On Why NBC Shouldn't Have Hired Ronna McDaniel: In a social media post, the NBC newsman said honest journalists shouldn't have to "lend ...
huffpost.com/entry/chuck-todd-x-ronna-mcdaniel_n_660209a3e4b079ac3ef1ed54
Does Vaping Cause Lung Cancer?: Even though they don’t contain tobacco, vaping still exposes you to known cancer-causing chemicals that may play a role in your ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/vaping-and-lung-cancer
Quick Glance: Is Vaping Linked to Lung Cancer?
- E-cigarettes were promoted as a low-risk alternative to smoking, but the connection between vaping and lung cancer remains unclear.
- Chemicals in vape liquids are associated with lung diseases, including the 2019 EVALI outbreak. However, it is still uncertain if vaping increases the risk of lung cancer.
- There is a potential for vaping to cause lung cancer as many chemicals in vapes are known carcinogens and already cause lung damage.
- Vaping and smoking pose similar risks, contributing to lung and heart diseases, as well as affecting physical performance.
SARMs: What’s the Harm?: SARMs alter your hormones to build muscle. They’ve been shown to have similar effects and risks to anabolic steroids and aren’t approved ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/sarms-harmful-side-effects-and-risks
Experts Warn of Toxins in GM Corn Amid US-Mexico Trade Dispute: "The Mexican government is both wise and on solid ground in refusing to allow its people to ...
commondreams.org/news/genetically-modified-corn
Melatonin: A Valuable Resource or Children's Health Risk?: For Courtney Stinson, ensuring her daughter's comfort is a constant battle against congenital myopathy ...
webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20240321/melatonin-a-valuable-resource-or-risk-for-childrens-health
F.D.A. Authorizes a New Covid Drug to Protect High-Risk People: Pemgarda, available in the coming weeks, is intended for immunocompromised people who are ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/well/fda-covid-medicine-immunocompromised.html
After abstention in the Security Council: US government "perplexed" by Israel's refusal to visit
spiegel.de/ausland/israel-usa-perplex-nach-reise-absage-a-8d72ee68-4637-4607-ad63-df462e65ddc9
Hiltzik: The FDA and a bogus COVID treatment : Three right-wing doctors said the FDA's advice against taking ivermectin for COVID infringed on their rights ...
latimes.com/business/story/2024-03-26/column-the-fda-shoots-itself-in-the-foot-by-settling-a-dumb-lawsuit-over-ivermectin
How to keep your kidneys working well: Kidney damage can’t be reversed, but there are lifestyle steps and treatments that can help keep chronic kidney disease in ...
washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/25/kidneys-salt-alcohol-hydration-nsaids/
Medicare Gets Big Change: Wegovy, a weight-loss drug, has been approved for coverage for patients on Medicare who have a history of heart disease.
newsweek.com/wegovy-approved-medicare-insurance-heart-disease-1883177
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