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Unity’s Stock Shake-Up! What It Means for Gamers and DevelopersNadya El-Afandi was nearing the end of breast cancer treatment when she received earth-shattering news: Doctors had diagnosed her with glioblastoma, a rapidly growing and aggressive brain tumor. Typically, people diagnosed with glioblastoma die within 12 to 18 months, even with aggressive treatment options. Patients over the age of 60 usually die within six to nine months. El-Afandi was 59 when she was diagnosed in June 2023, putting her right on the edge of that poorer prognosis. "I was still taking chemo, but my breast cancer doctor said 'You don't have to keep taking that anymore, and you don't have to come in for any more breast exams,'" El-Afandi said. "He didn't say it, but what I figured he was saying was 'The glioblastoma will kill you before breast cancer.'" A week after the diagnosis, El-Afandi underwent surgery to remove the tumor. This is standard for glioblastoma treatment, but even after surgery, there's usually cancerous cells left behind because of the way the tumors grow in the brain. That's part of why the mortality rate for glioblastoma is so high, according to Dr. William Breen, a radiation oncologist with the Mayo Clinic and no relation to the author of this article. Even the most skilled neurosurgeon can't remove all of the microscopic cells, and other treatments like radiation and chemotherapy tend to have diminishing returns when treating glioblastoma. Two new trials are working to find possible new answers. Both are led by doctors at the Mayo Clinic. One just completed its second phase and found that pairing advanced imaging with a targeted form of radiation therapy increased the average lifespan of older glioblastoma patients by several months. The second is underway and aims to study two options for radiation treatment, as paired with advanced imaging options. El-Afandi enrolled in that second trial — and after several nail-biting months, her scans are coming back clear and she's on vacation in Hawaii. "Helping other people has always been a part of what I try and do, so the idea that this crappy thing that happened, that something good can come out of it? I'm really happy about that," El-Afandi, now 61, said. A "very promising approach" to treating glioblastoma The results of the first study were published earlier this week in the Lancet Oncology medical journal . The study, led by Dr. Sujay Vora, the chair of the radiation oncology department at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, examined how proton beam radiation, paired with advanced imaging and a cancer medication called temozolomide, could treat glioblastomas in patients ages 65 and up. Typically, radiation treatment uses photon beams. In proton beam radiation, the effect is more targeted, allowing more healthy tissue to be spared, Vora explained. This, paired with more advanced imaging, allowed doctors to better target the glioblastoma. Patients in the trial also had fewer radiation treatment sessions than is typical, with a higher dose of radiation being used. Typically, radiation treatments are done daily for six weeks, but in this trial, patients had daily sessions for just five or 10 days. The goal was to see how the 39 patients enrolled in the trial did compared with the average 6- to 9-month survival rate. What happened was "a little bit better than what we expected," Vora said. On average, patients enrolled in the trial survived for 13 months. A subpopulation of patients more sensitive to the effects of radiation and chemotherapy lived 22 months. Patients also reported a higher quality of life during this time. "All in all, it's a very promising approach," said Dr. Akila Viswanathan, who chairs the radiation oncology department at Johns Hopkins, who was not involved in the clinical trial. "It is much easier for patients to come in for just five treatments than to come in every single day for six weeks. It's a very positive approach, from the patient's perspective, for quality of life. I think that these are very promising results." Future studies and development While Vora's trial was promising, the methodology proposed is far from becoming standard of care for treating older glioblastoma patients, according to Dr. Helen Shih, the medical director of the proton therapy program at Mass General Brigham. Larger studies must be done, and researchers will need to determine which change to the standard of care made the difference for patients. Proton beam therapy and some of the imaging options are also not accessible to large swaths of the population: Shih said there are only 48 centers that do proton beam radiation treatment in the United States. Meanwhile, there are thousands of centers capable of doing the standard photon beam treatment. The study did find that about 10% of the patients experienced a symptom called radiation necrosis, when the treatment creates dead tissue. Most of those patients were treated with steroids, Vora said, and one patient had to have the necrotic tissue surgically removed. But none of the patients were hospitalized or died from the condition, he said. Radiation necrosis also occurs with normal radiation treatments, but the higher doses of radiation and the shorter timeline for the treatment may explain why the rate was higher, said Viswanathan. Ongoing research to "build upon the work" A second trial, also through the Mayo Clinic, aims to "build upon the work" of Vora's trial, said Breen. The trial is aiming to enroll about 170 patients across Minnesota, Florida and Arizona. It again uses advanced imaging techniques to target the brain more precisely. Patients are given either the shorter proton radiation cycle or a longer course of more traditional photon radiation, to determine if the shorter course of radiation is equally safe and equally effective as the traditional six weeks of the treatment, Breen said. No matter which radiation is used, the imaging technology allows doctors to treat "a tighter, smaller area of the brain," Breen said. The trial is underway, and Breen said that results will likely be available in about three years. After her surgery in June 2023, El-Afandi was offered the opportunity to enroll in the trial. She underwent six weeks of radiation with the standard photon treatment. She said she felt tired during that period but was used to some of the side effects from her experience with breast cancer. "It never stopped me," El-Afandi said. "I just continued to garden and sit on my porch and have visitors come and hang out with me." In her first follow-up appointments, doctors observed inflammation at spots in her brain. After her third scan in August 2024, the scan looked "great and clear," El-Afandi said, with no signs of glioblastoma or inflammation over a year after she was first diagnosed with the condition. Breen, who was involved in El-Afandi's care, added that her "scans look great," describing her current health and quality of life as an "ideal scenario" for someone treated for glioblastoma. Every three months, El-Afandi has a new set of imaging done to monitor for any glioblastoma growth, but in the meantime, she is spending time with her husband and four children and "going on adventures" as a family, she said. "I'm 17 months out (from diagnosis) and feeling great," she told CBS News, from the Hawaiian catamaran where she was doing her snorkeling expedition. "Every day is a gift." Cancer Research Mayo Clinic Cancer Brain Cancer Kerry Breen is a news editor at CBSNews.com. A graduate of New York University's Arthur L. Carter School of Journalism, she previously worked at NBC News' TODAY Digital. She covers current events, breaking news and issues including substance use.
This is my favorite MagSafe charging station for Apple devices, and there's 25% off in this Black Friday deal is $60 off right nowIsrael and Hezbollah close to ceasefireMONCTON, New Brunswick, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Major Drilling Group International Inc. ("Major Drilling” or the "Company”) (TSX: MDI), a leading provider of specialized drilling services to the mining sector, today reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, ended October 31, 2024. Quarterly Highlights: "The Company delivered solid financial results for the quarter, supported by an adjusted gross margin of 30.5%. This represented an increase from 28.9% in fiscal Q1 and is in line with the 31.0% achieved over the same period last year as the Company remains focused on profitable operations and our best-in-class specialized drilling services,” commented Ian Ross, CFO of Major Drilling. "As previously disclosed, our 2021 McKay acquisition successfully met all of the EBITDA milestones in the earnout period, with the final contingent payment of $9.1 million made during the quarter. We also continue to modernize our drill fleet, having spent $20.1 million in capex, which includes the addition of 5 new drills and support equipment, while disposing of 4 older, less efficient rigs, bringing Major Drilling's total fleet to 610 drills. Given another strong operational performance, our net cash position increased to $100.4 million at quarter end, while we continue to retain an industry leading balance sheet, enabling the acquisition of Explomin in early fiscal Q3,” concluded Mr. Ross. "With McKay continuing to demonstrate strong results in Australasia since its acquisition in 2021, our focus now turns to the integration of Explomin - a leading South American driller with operations in Peru, Colombia, the Dominican Republic and Spain. I am excited to welcome Explomin and its employees to the Major Drilling team. Their long-standing reputation, strong base of senior mining customers, and focus on specialized drilling, with its well-maintained fleet of rigs, complement our existing operations and offer further potential growth opportunities in South America,” said Mr. Larocque. "As Peru has been on our radar for quite some time given its status as the second largest copper producer, Explomin solidifies our South American presence, supplementing our existing operations in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and throughout the Guyana Shield.” "Looking ahead to our seasonally slower third quarter of fiscal 2025, we are expecting programs in North America to pause for the holiday period slightly earlier than in prior years, although this is expected to be partially offset by ongoing strength in Australia and Chile. While we will be adding revenue from the Explomin operations, we expect them to have the same usual seasonality as the rest of our South American operations. Demand from senior customers for calendar 2025 is expected to remain robust, while we are optimistic regarding the activity levels of juniors following a slight increase in financing activity. The combination of elevated commodity prices, translating to increased free cash flow generation for mining companies, coupled with depleted reserve bases, should lead to increases in demand for drilling services over the years to come.” "Our well-maintained fleet ensures that we retain utilization capacity which, combined with our optimal inventory levels and experienced crews, puts us in an excellent position to capitalize on these increased levels of demand for our drilling services. Our core strategy is to remain the leader in specialized drilling as new discoveries are made in increasingly challenging and remote locations. Our solid foundation, supplemented by ongoing technological innovation, puts us in an ideal position to take on these new and exciting challenges." "I'm extremely proud to announce that our Canadian team was recently awarded the Safe Day Every Day Gold Award by the Association for Mineral Exploration, Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada, and Canadian Diamond Drilling Association. Our Canadian team achieved over 1,146,000 hours without a lost time injury, an achievement that demonstrates our ongoing dedication to maintaining high safety standards across all projects around the world,” concluded Mr. Larocque. Finally, Major Drilling announces the resignation of Mr. Robert Krcmarov from the Board of Directors effective December 5, 2024, to focus on his new role as Chief Executive Officer of Hecla Mining Company. Kim Keating, Chair of the Board, commented: "On behalf of the Board and the leadership team at Major Drilling, I would like to congratulate Rob on this appointment, and thank him for his significant contributions during his tenure on the Board. Rob's experience and insights were of great benefit to Major Drilling's Board and leadership team. He was instrumental in the development of Major Drilling's Decarbonization Action Plan and in strengthening the Company's health and safety program, as well as his timely advice regarding the most recent acquisition of Explomin Perforaciones earlier this month. We thank Rob for his invaluable advice and wish him all the best in his new role leading Hecla Mining Company.” Total revenue for the quarter was $189.3 million, down 8.6% from revenue of $207.0 million recorded in the same quarter last year. The foreign exchange translation impact on revenue and earnings, when comparing to the effective rates for the previous year, was minimal. Revenue for the quarter from Canada - U.S. drilling operations decreased by 20.0% to $85.4 million, compared to the same period last year. While senior and intermediate activity levels increased slightly, this only partially offset the decline in demand from juniors relative to the same period last year as they continued to face challenging financing opportunities. South and Central American revenue decreased by 6.5% to $49.1 million for the quarter, compared to the same quarter last year. While operations in Chile remain robust, this was offset by slowdowns in other parts of the region. Australasian and African revenue increased by 14.4% to $54.7 million, compared to the same period last year as demand for specialized drilling services in Australia and Mongolia continue to drive growth in the region. Gross margin percentage for the quarter was 23.4%, compared to 25.3% for the same period last year. Depreciation expense totaling $13.4 million is included in direct costs for the current quarter, versus $11.8 million in the same quarter last year. Adjusted gross margin, which excludes depreciation expense, was 30.5% for the quarter, compared to 31.0% for the same period last year. Adjusted gross margin remained relatively unchanged as the Company remains disciplined with respect to pricing. General and administrative costs were $18.4 million, an increase of $0.8 million compared to the same quarter last year. This increase primarily relates to inflationary wage adjustments. Other expenses were $2.5 million, down from $3.2 million in the same quarter last year due primarily to lower incentive compensation expenses given the decreased profitability. Foreign exchange gain was $0.5 million, compared to a loss of $0.9 million for the same quarter last year. While the Company's reporting currency is the Canadian dollar, various jurisdictions have net monetary assets or liabilities exposed to various other currencies. The income tax provision for the quarter was an expense of $6.5 million, compared to an expense of $7.4 million for the prior year period. The decrease from the prior year was driven by reduced profitability. Net earnings were $18.2 million or $0.22 per share ($0.22 per share diluted) for the quarter, compared to net earnings of $23.7 million or $0.29 per share ($0.29 per share diluted) for the prior year quarter. Non-IFRS Financial Measures The Company's financial data has been prepared in accordance with IFRS, with the exception of certain financial measures detailed below. The measures below have been used consistently by the Company's management team in assessing operational performance on both segmented and consolidated levels, and in assessing the Company's financial strength. The Company believes these non-IFRS financial measures are key, for both management and investors, in evaluating performance at a consolidated level and are commonly reported and widely used by investors and lending institutions as indicators of a company's operating performance and ability to incur and service debt, and as a valuation metric. These measures do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and therefore may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other publicly traded companies and should not be construed as an alternative to other financial measures determined in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA - earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization: This news release includes certain information that may constitute "forward-looking information” under applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this news release that address future events, developments, or performance that the Company expects to occur (including management's expectations regarding the Company's objectives, strategies, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows and businesses) are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by future or conditional verbs such as "outlook”, "believe”, "anticipate”, "estimate”, "project”, "expect”, "intend”, "plan”, and terms and expressions of similar import. All forward-looking information in this news release is qualified by this cautionary note. Forward-looking information is necessarily based upon various estimates and assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management related to the factors set forth below. While these factors and assumptions are considered reasonable by the Company as at the date of this document in light of management's experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, these statements are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements and information. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that include, but are not limited to: the level of activity in the mining industry and the demand for the Company's services; competitive pressures; global and local political and economic environments and conditions; the level of funding for the Company's clients (particularly for junior mining companies); the Company's dependence on key customers; the integration of business acquisitions and the realization of the intended benefits of such acquisitions; efficient management of the Company's growth; exposure to currency movements (which can affect the Company's revenue in Canadian dollars); currency restrictions; safety of the Company's workforce; risks and uncertainties relating to climate change and natural disaster; the geographic distribution of the Company's operations; the impact of operational changes; changes in jurisdictions in which the Company operates (including changes in regulation); failure by counterparties to fulfill contractual obligations; disease outbreak; as well as other risk factors described under "General Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company's MD&A for the year ended April 30, 2024, available on the SEDAR+ website at www.sedarplus.ca . Should one or more risk, uncertainty, contingency, or other factor materialize or should any factor or assumption prove incorrect, actual results could vary materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements made in this document are made as of the date of this document and the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, even if new information becomes available, as a result of future events, or for any other reasons, except as required by applicable securities laws. About Major Drilling Major Drilling Group International Inc. is the world's leading provider of specialized drilling services primarily serving the mining industry. Established in 1980, Major Drilling has over 1,000 years of combined experience and expertise within its management team. The Company maintains field operations and offices in North America, South America, Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe. Major Drilling provides a complete suite of drilling services including surface and underground coring, directional, reverse circulation, sonic, geotechnical, environmental, water-well, coal-bed methane, shallow gas, underground percussive/longhole drilling, surface drill and blast, a variety of mine services, and ongoing development of data-driven, high-tech drillside solutions. Webcast/Conference Call Major Drilling Group International Inc. will provide a simultaneous webcast and conference call to discuss its quarterly results on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 8:00 AM (EST). To access the webcast, which includes a slide presentation, please go to the investors/webcasts section of Major Drilling's website at www.majordrilling.com and click on the link. Please note that this is listen-only mode. To participate in the conference call, please dial 416-340-2217, participant passcode 4769038# and ask for Major Drilling's Second Quarter Results Conference Call. To ensure your participation, please call in approximately five minutes prior to the scheduled start of the call. For those unable to participate, a taped rebroadcast will be available approximately one hour after the completion of the call until Monday, January 6, 2025. To access the rebroadcast, dial 905-694-9451 and enter the passcode 1708283#. The webcast will also be archived for one year and can be accessed on the Major Drilling website at www.majordrilling.com. For further information: Ryan Hanley Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations Tel: (506) 857-8636 Fax: (506) 857-9211 [email protected]
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Market Alert: Actelis Networks Lands Expansion Orders for Washington DC Transportation Department Multi-Billion Dollar PartnerBigg Boss 18 , hosted by Salman Khan, continues to captivate audiences with its unpredictable drama and shocking twists. The previous episode saw wild card contestant Digvijay Rathee crowned as the Time God for the week, a role that sparked a rebellion among fellow contestants Vivian Dsena and Avinash Mishra, who refused to complete their household duties under his authority. Amid this, Digvijay was seen body-shaming fellow contestant Yamini Malhotra. ‘Bigg Boss 18’: Hina Khan Pens Appreciation Note For Host Salman Khan Ahead of Her Appearance on Weekend Ka Vaar (View Pics) . Digvijay Rathee Calls Yamini Malhotra 'Haathi' It so happened that when Digvijay was seated on the bed, Yamini asked him to assign duties, pointing out an elephant painting behind him. In response, Digvijay made a quick remark, saying, " Samne bhi haathi ha i" ("There’s an elephant in front of me as well"). Yamini appeared confused, prompting him to repeat, " Samne bhi haathi hai, piche bhi haathi hai " ("There’s an elephant in front and behind"). Offended, Yamini retorted, " Aise mat bolo. Audience kya bolegi meri? " ("Don't say that. What will my audience think?") She then laughed, playfully claiming, "I’m making you the king, and you’re calling me an elephant!" ‘Bigg Boss 18’: Yamini Malhotra To Enter Salman Khan’s Reality Show As Fourth Wildcard Contestant; Know More About the ‘Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin’ Actress . Digvijay Rathee saying 'saamne bhi haathi, pichhe bhi haathi' to Yamini? Fat shaming isn’t entertainment—it’s straight-up disrespect! 🙅♀️ Looks like we’ve got Fukra 2.0 🤡 #BiggBoss18 #BB18 #BiggBoss #DigvijayRathee #YaminiMalhotra #RajatDalal pic.twitter.com/290TR6sMrR — Amit X Elvish (@tramitgoyal) November 22, 2024 Do you think Yamini's reaction was justified when she was body-shamed by Digvijay on Bigg Boss 18 ? For the uninformed, Digvijay Rathee, like Yamini, also entered the Bigg Bos s house as a wildcard contestant alongside rival Kashish Kapoor. Additionally, the latest contestant to be evicted from Salman Khan’s show is Alice Kaushik. (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Nov 23, 2024 09:43 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com ).
The Nagpur South-West constituency , a BJP stronghold in Maharashtra, is shaping up for a closely contested battle in the state assembly elections, as results are due to be released Saturday. While BJP leader and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remains the favourite to win, experts and local residents predict a tough fight from his Congress opponent, Prafulla Gudhade Patil. Fadnavis, who has held the seat since 2004, faces significant challenges this time around. Political analysts note that while his influence in the region remains formidable, factors such as inflation, unemployment, and dissatisfaction over last year’s flooding have given his Congress rival, Patil, an opportunity to make inroads. BJP vs Congress in Nagpur South-West region Nagpur South-West, home to over 400,000 voters, has witnessed local discontent , especially after severe flooding in September 2023. Heavy rains overwhelmed the Ambazari lake, causing significant damage to homes and property. Residents in areas like Shankar Nagar have expressed frustration over the slow response from local authorities and the government. Dr. Archana Deshpande, a local resident, voiced her disappointment, citing inadequate support during the flood crisis and poor infrastructure in the area. 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Inflation is another major issue on voters’ minds. However, despite these grievances, many locals still seem likely to back Fadnavis, citing a lack of viable alternatives. Joseph John, a resident of Ajni, commented, "Though inflation and local issues are a concern, Fadnavis has the edge, being the former CM and current Deputy CM. He has never lost here." Fadnavis faces Prafulla Patil The constituency includes key developments such as the Multi Modal International Cargo Hub and Airport (MIHAN), AIIMS, and IIM Nagpur, all of which are expected to benefit Fadnavis. The BJP hopes to leverage these achievements, alongside welfare schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which provides financial aid to poor women, to shore up its support base. However, Patil, an ex-corporator and son of former BJP MLA Vinod Gudhade Patil, is banking on anti-incumbency sentiments. Analysts point out that his quiet, grassroots work could resonate with voters who are disillusioned with the current government. Vivek Deshpande, a political analyst, was quoted as saying, “Patil is not a novice, and although Fadnavis has a strong track record, Patil’s appeal among certain sections of voters, including the Kunbi community, is growing.” Patil's challenge is not just to win over disillusioned voters but to counter Fadnavis' development narrative. The constituency's voter demographics, including significant Dalit, Kunbi, Brahmin, Teli, and Mali populations, suggest a more fragmented electorate this time, which could work in Patil’s favor. "The election will not be a walk in the park for Fadnavis," Deshpande added. Some residents in the constituency, like one who preferred to remain anonymous, are dissatisfied with BJP’s decisions and would like to see a change in leadership. This voter raised concerns about alleged illegal constructions near Ambazari lake and expressed frustration over the BJP's alliance with the NCP, questioning the party's commitment to its core values. Fadnavis’ strong position, but a tight race While Patil’s campaign gains momentum, Fadnavis remains the more prominent figure in the race, buoyed by his tenure as Chief Minister and his role as Deputy CM. Political analyst Pradip Kumar Maitra pointed out that Fadnavis' legacy, including job creation through MIHAN and his role in launching the Nagpur Metro, strengthens his position. "Fadnavis has a strong development record, and nearly one lakh jobs have been created in the region, which will likely translate into electoral benefits," Maitra said. However, despite his advantages, Fadnavis is unlikely to secure the same high winning margins as in previous elections. "Patil is a capable youth leader who is giving Fadnavis a strong fight," Maitra concluded. "The final result may see Fadnavis winning, but by a narrower margin." The Nagpur South-West seat, once considered a BJP fortress, is shaping up to be a much closer contest. (With inputs from PTI) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Urgent recall for 160,000 pounds of ground beef sold in restaurants across US after testing positive for E Coli READ MORE: Warning as potentially cancerous chemical is found in tap water By SADIE WHITELOCKS FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 20:56 GMT, 21 November 2024 | Updated: 21:38 GMT, 21 November 2024 e-mail 24 shares 26 View comments Over 160,000 pounds of ground beef sold across US has been recalled after testing positive for E. Coli . Wolverine Packing Co ., a Detroit, Michigan establishment, is pulling approximately 167,277 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with the deadly bacteria. The fresh products have a 'use by' date of 11/14/2024 and the frozen products are labeled with production date 10/22/24. The beef was shipped to restaurants nationwide. To date, 17 case-patients have been identified in one state, Minnesota , with illness onset dates ranging from November 2 to November 10. Two people have been hospitalized. Ex-USDA food chief Dr Darin Detwiler told DailyMail.com that 't ragically, this is not the first time Wolverine Packaging Co. has been involved in such a recall.' The company faced a similar issue in 2014 with the recall of some 1.8 million pounds of ground beef. This time around, the products subject to recall bear establishment number 'EST. 2574B' inside the USDA mark of inspection. Over 160,000 pounds of ground beef sold across US has been recalled due to an E. Coli link Your browser does not support iframes. The problem was discovered when the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) was notified by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture about a group of people who had fallen ill after consuming ground beef. FSIS was notified of illnesses on November 13, 2024, and working in conjunction with Minnesota Departments of Agriculture and Health, FSIS determined that there was a link between the ground beef products from Wolverine Packing Co. and this illness cluster. Read More EXCLUSIVE Ex-USDA food expert issues warning over 'chemical-laced' diet sodas On November 20, 2024, a ground beef sample collected by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture as part of an outbreak investigation tested positive for E. coli O157. To date, 15 case-patients have been identified in one state with illness onset dates ranging from November 2, 2024, to November 10, 2024. FSIS continues to work with the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture and Health on this investigation. Anyone concerned about an illness have been told to contact a healthcare provider. The E. coli O157:H7 strain that led to the Wolverine Packing Co. outbreak is said to cause serious illness and was linked to Jack in the Box's 1993 incident, which killed four children. E. coli O157:H7 can cause dehydration, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps for up to eight days after exposure. The fresh products have a 'use by' date of 11/14/2024 and the frozen products are labeled with production date 10/22/24 While most people recover within a week, some develop a type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). This condition can occur among persons of any age but is most common in children under five-years old and older adults. It is marked by easy bruising, pallor, and decreased urine output and those who experience any of these symptoms have been told to seek emergency medical care immediately. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in restaurant refrigerators or freezers. Restaurants are urged not to serve these products and (FSIS) says these products 'should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase'. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume ground beef that has been cooked to a temperature of 160 F. The only way to confirm that ground beef is cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature. What consumers should avoid when dining out Ex-USDA food chief Dr Darin Detwiler told DailyMail.com that there are three things consumers can be vigilant of when dining out to minimize their risk of contracting an E. coli infection. Avoid undercooked ground beef Ground beef must be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) to destroy harmful bacteria like E. coli. If you receive a burger or meat dish that appears pink in the center, don't hesitate to ask for it to be cooked further or replaced. Be wary of unsafe handling Restaurants that fail to store meat properly (below 40°F / 4.5°C) or leave it in the 'Danger Zone' (40–140°F / 4.5–60°C) risk bacterial growth. While dining out, observe the restaurant's hygiene and the staff's attention to food safety. Steer clear of cross-contamination risks If raw meats are being handled near ready-to-eat foods or the kitchen appears unsanitary, it's a red flag. Politely express your concerns or opt for a different establishment. 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(The Center Square) – California Attorney General Rob Bonta said that his office will protect “the health and rights of transgender individuals to access medically necessary care.” Bonta made this statement after the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday about Tennessee’s Senate Bill 1. This bill prevents minors from receiving hormone and puberty blockers as well as getting surgery to identify as “a purported identity inconsistent with the minor's sex.” “Laws such as Tennessee’s Senate Bill 1 are dangerous and discriminatory by denying transgender youth the critical, lifesaving care they need,” Bonta said. “Amid a growing wave of legislative attacks on LGBTQ+ rights, it is more important than ever to stand against these harmful measures,” he added. “ I urge the Supreme Court to protect the rights of transgender youth and ensure they are not denied the care they need to live full and authentic lives.” Following the oral arguments, several media outlets reported that the Supreme Court appeared likely to uphold Tennessee’s law. After the Supreme Court oral arguments, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti said it should be up to the General Assembly. “Tennessee’s General Assembly reviewed the medical evidence, as well as the evidence-based decisions of European countries that restricted these procedures, and ultimately passed this bipartisan law prohibiting irreversible medical interventions," Skrmetti said in a statement after oral arguments ended. "The plaintiffs in this case are asking the court to take the power to regulate the practice of medicine away from the people’s elected representatives and vest it in unaccountable judges.” Bonta and 19 other state attorneys general filed an amicus brief in the U.S. v. Skrmetti case, urging the Supreme Court to overturn Senate Bill 1. In California, at least 2,024 minors received sex reassignment procedures between 2019 and 2023, The Center Square previously reported . This was the most in the country for a state. Families that underwent these procedures were billed almost $ 29 million. This means that the average medical intervention costs per child were an estimated $14,300. The data came from Do No Harm (DNH), which “represents physicians, nurses, medical students, patients, and policymakers focused on keeping identity politics out of medical education, research, and clinical practice.” DNH data shows three of the top 12 hospitals performing these procedures are in California.
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Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s job is supposed to be keeping New Yorkers safe. Unfortunately, he’d rather take it easy on criminals and illegal migrants and save his harshest prosecutions for Good Samaritans and politicians with whom he disagrees. He’s refused to prosecute fare-beating, resisting arrest, and more in his tenure and opted to avoid pre-trial detention at almost every juncture. As a result, repeat offenders have been let loose to re-offend again and again, leading to the highest rates of felony crimes in New York City in decades. While the bad guys get a pass, Bragg went after people like Jose Alba, who defended himself after coming under attack in a bodega where he worked; Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran, just proven innocent, who intervened when a deranged, career criminal posed a violent threat to his fellow straphangers; and, of course, President Donald J. Trump, who Bragg pursued relentlessly for years with inflated charges that federal prosecutors in President Biden’s own Department of Justice, his predecessor Cy Vance, and leading legal scholars found flimsy at best. What did Bragg achieve? Stoking racial and political tensions in New York City. What did he not achieve? Making us all safer. Gov. Hochul has been in charge of New York State for the entire duration of Alvin Bragg’s tenure, watching mainly in silence as he has made a joke of our justice system and undercut the public’s trust in his office and the rule of law. As governor, she has the sole authority to remove Alvin Bragg from office. On the heels of Donald Trump’s show trial and Daniel Penny’s acquittal — not to mention the legitimate fear New Yorkers and tourists have when they walk the streets or ride the subways in the greatest city in the world — it has become clear beyond a shadow of a doubt that Alvin Bragg can no longer serve as District Attorney. Gov. Hochul should remove him from office immediately — Alvin Bragg is a failure and has abused his office. Anything less than firing him shows how unserious Gov. Hochul is about tackling crime in New York City and upholding the public’s trust in our justice system. Rep. Mike Lawler (R) represents New York’s 17th District.Jeremy Clarkson clarifies claims he bought farm to avoid tax as he leads farmers' marchWhether you’re after a big ticket tech item for under the tree this year, or a just looking for a stocking stuffer for a gadget-obsessed loved one, here are some of our favourite bits of kit that could make for great presents. Gadgets and smart home Clockwise from top: Blink Outdoor 4, Adventures with Interactive LEGO Peach, Google TV Streamer, Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. Google TV Streamer There are now heaps of options for updating a TV with new smarts via a set-top box or HDMI stick, but Google’s latest could just be the best value out there (assuming you’re not already wedded to the Amazon or Apple ecosystems). At around $150 it has all the major apps covered in up to 4K, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, it connects to Matter and Thread smart home devices to keep your tech co-ordinated, and the remote is practically unlosable since you can ask Google to make it ring (or press a button on the Streamer). Blink Outdoor 4 As far as security cameras go, Blink’s aren’t super powerful or sophisticated. But they work well and are comparatively cheap. The Blink Outdoor 4, which is $150 but currently going for much less, is great for viewing live on your phone and alerting you when it detects motion. You do need to pay a $50 yearly subscription for it to record clips, but you have the option of backing them up automatically to a USB drive so you won’t lose the clips if you unsubscribe. Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses A regular pair of glasses that also contain a camera, microphones, earbuds and buttons, these specs let you take photos and videos, listen to music, answer calls and even stream your point of view, all while leaving your phone in your pocket. You can also talk to the built-in AI to send messages or ask about what you’re looking at. They start at around $450 (it will be extra if you need prescription lenses put in). Adventures with Interactive LEGO Peach / Mario / Luigi I’ve been hesitant to embrace Lego sets that have a bunch of tech and batteries and screens, especially for kids, as regular plastic bricks remain such an engaging toy for unstructured play. But the Lego Mario sets – where you build courses and then run through them with a battery-powered character that reacts to your creations – have proven it can be done right. There are loads of sets that add obstacles and enemies, but any of the three starter sets for this year (going for around $65 each) would be a perfect place to start. Cleaning and fitness From left: Garmin Fenix 8; Dyson WashG1; TP-Link Tapo RV30 Robot Vacuum & Mop; Xiaomi Smart Band 9. Dyson WashG1 At first glance a mop might not sound like the most exciting Christmas gift, but this one has had a decidedly hi-tech upgrade thanks to Dyson. The $849 WashG1 is easy to set up – and far more convenient than readying a bucket and mop – and removes both liquid and dry debris before smartly self-cleaning on its charging dock. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Robot Vacuum & Mop Pretty much since their inception, robot vacuums have by and large felt better in theory than in reality. No longer. The TP-Link has a ticket price of $800 but is less than $400 on sale, offering great value and plenty of smarts to boot. The RV30 uses LiDAR technology to map out your house in minutes and avoid repeated cleaning, and its 5000 mAh battery is good for five hours of continuous cleaning. Oh, and it cleans pretty darn well, too. Xiaomi Smart Band 9 For a low-cost, high-value stocking stuffer it’s hard to go past Xiaomi’s $60 Smart Band, which is probably the cheapest fitness tracker money can buy. While lacking some of the features of rivals from Apple and Fitbit, Xiaomi’s wearable offers sleep tracking, step counting, heart rate monitoring, and calorie counting, which are all reasonably accurate. As a gift for someone’s first fitness tracker, Xiaomi’s gadget is an easy recommendation. Garmin Fenix 8 At the total other end of the spectrum is Garmin’s latest effort, the $1850 Fenix 8, which is targeted at serious athletes (and wannabe athletes). Boasting some significant hardware upgrades from its predecessor – a new speaker and microphone let you take calls while you’re on run – the watch has had a user interface overhaul, including revamped icons, widgets and settings. Its battery lasts for weeks, not days, and when Garmin calls its device the “ultimate GPS smartwatch” it’s hard to disagree. Sound and audio From left: Apple AirPods 4 with ANC; Sonos Ace; Shokz OpenRun Pro 2; KZ EDX Pro. Sonos Ace When Sonos released its first portable headphones in the $700 Ace earlier this year, it also added a whole host of bugs and issues to its app, which have frustrated customers to no end. Thankfully, most of those problems are now resolved, and what we’re left with are some of the highest quality Bluetooth headphones that cost under $1000. Featuring superior noise cancellation, excellent sound quality and a TV audio swap feature for Sonos soundbar users, the Sonos Ace is an impressive piece of kit. Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Bone conduction technology sounds rather threatening, but the concept is pretty simple: headphones that sit next to your ears, rather than in them. They wrap around the back of your head and are ideal for runners and swimmers, given they let you hear your surroundings including sirens and oncoming traffic. Perhaps the best of the bunch is the OpenRun Pro 2, from Shokz, which somehow manages to offer strong sound quality and 90 minutes of battery life with just a five-minute charge. You can find them for around $200. Apple AirPods 4 with ANC Even if you don’t like invasive silicon ear tips, or the idea of paying $400 for earbuds, Apple’s latest non-Pro AirPods give you a taste of noise-cancelling goodness. The $300 AirPods 4 with ANC have an open design, like the non-ANC version, but they do a pretty good job at blocking out most sounds. You can also turn on transparency mode to amplify ambient noise, or adaptive mode to hide droning background sound while letting speech through. They’re also all-round great earbuds, with a water resistant design, long battery life and support for Spatial Audio. KZ EDX Pro You can’t get much more wallet-friendly than the KZ EDX Pro in-ear monitors, which offer incredible bang for buck at less than $10 if bought through AliExpress or Temu, or about $27 through Amazon. For those who like their music bassy, these small but muscular in-ear headphones offer plenty of punchy punch, and pair great with an iPhone (just remember to also buy one of those 3.5mm adapters to be able to plug them in). Some prefer wired earbuds to Bluetooth, and these offer stunning sound at a puny price point. Tablets and e-readers From left; Kobo Clara Colour; Amazon Kindle; Apple iPad; Google Pixel Tablet. iPad The standard iPad (10th Gen) is a wonderful tablet from $600 and will be more than enough for most people. Its A14 chip (from the iPhone 12) is getting a bit long in the tooth but still delivers plenty of power. Stepping up to the iPad Mini ($800) or Air ($1000) will get you a nicer screen, more performance, Apple Intelligence and support for the fancier Apple Pencil. For a less expensive option you can find the 9th Gen iPad for less than $400, just be aware it has an old Lightning port (instead of USB-C) if you’re also picking up accessories. Pixel Tablet Google’s entry is the best all-round Android slab on the market. It won’t win against-high-end Samsungs in terms of spec, but it looks great and is filled with useful Google software thanks to the AI-forward G2 chip it shares with the Pixel 8 phones. You can also buy it in a bundle with a magnetic stand that charges it, gives its audio a bassy boost and allows it to act as a smart home display. The recommended price is $900 with the stand or $730 without, but you can currently find it pretty deeply discounted. Kindle If it’s been a while since your book-loving giftee has updated their Kindle, now is a great time. Amazon’s newest $200 entry-level model is quite small with a 6-inch screen, but it has the sharp 300dpi screen and built-in light that you used to have to pay extra for. One step above that, the $300 Paperwhite has adjustable colour lighting for late-night reading, a larger 7-inch screen and a waterproof body. Or there’s the $550 Kindle Scribe, which is much bigger (but not waterproof) and comes with a pen you can use to mark up books or keep your own digital notepads. Kobo If someone doesn’t have an e-reader at all or is open to changing brands, I tend to recommend Rakuten’s Kobo . While the Kindle is more or less locked to Amazon’s services, the Kobo has a comparable store and also works with ebooks from other retailers, digital files from the internet and many local libraries via the Overdrive service, meaning cheap or free access to books. The Clara has a 6-inch screen, adjustable colour light and is waterproof, available with a regular black and white screen for $240, or a new colour screen (which makes book covers and magazines pop) for $260. Consoles and video games From left: Xbox Series X; Nintendo Switch OLED; PlayStation 5 Digital Edition; Astro Bot. PlayStation 5 The standard PS5 goes for $800, though you also have the option of a digital version for $680 (meaning you can’t play games from discs) or a pro version for $1200 (more storage and better performance on 4K TVs). Most major games come out for PS5, including some key titles that are exclusive to the platform, making it very popular. For existing PS5 owners, the $330 PlayStation Portal could be a good upgrade; it’s a handheld device that streams games from the console so users can play away from the TV. It does require a very strong Wi-Fi network to work well though. Xbox The Series X is also $800, though you can once again save some money by dropping the disc drive (with the digital version going for $700). Most of the new games available on Xbox are also sold on other platforms, but it remains a very strong console with a lot of older games available as well, plus it’s the best place to play games from Microsoft’s Game Pass subscription service. Another option is the less-expensive Series S ($500 or $550 depending on storage size). It has no disc drive and isn’t powerful enough for 4K graphics, but it plays all the same games as its bigger sibling. Switch Nintendo’s console is old and due to be superseded next year, but anyone who doesn’t have one yet will still love it. The standard model can play on the TV or as a handheld and goes for $450, while the nicer OLED screen model is around $500. The cute Switch Lite is cheaper at $300 but does not connect to the TV. A good option to go with a Switch is a $100 Pro Controller (for TV compatible systems) or a nice case to keep it safe (from around $25). There are plenty of gift card options too, including for the Switch Online service that provides access to a library of classic games. Games Gift cards for digital stores are the best option, but if you prefer to go physical here are some guaranteed hits from 2024. On PS5, the best recent exclusive games are Astro Bot (G, $100) and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (M, $70). On both PS5 and Xbox, some other great new games are Star Wars Outlaws (M, $100) and Dragon Age: The Veilguard (MA15+, $100). For new Switch exclusives, you can’t go past The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (PG, $80) or Super Mario Party Jamboree (G, $80). And on all platforms I’d also recommend P rince of Persia: The Lost Crown (M, $50) and Sonic X Shadow Generations (PG, $80) from this year. Get news and reviews on technology, gadgets and gaming in our Technology newsletter every Friday. Sign up here.
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A post shared on social media purports MSNBC host Rachel Maddow was crying on her show due to a post Elon Musk made on X. Watching Rachel Maddow freak out over Elon Musk posting memes about buying MSNBC made my morning pic.twitter.com/j4lbYCIWlO — Isabella Maria DeLuca (@IsabellaMDeLuca) November 24, 2024 Verdict: False The video is edited. Fact Check: Comcast is planning to create a new company in an attempt to keep up with streaming services, the announcement of which has boosted their stocks by 2%, according to BBC News . The company will be taking channels like MSNBC, E! and Syfy and transitioning them to the new company, the outlet reported. A post shared on X purports Maddow started crying due to a meme posted by Musk. The video shows the host struggling to speak before she requests a graphic to be shown. A lewd image, allegedly posted by Musk, is then put on the screen. The caption reads, “Watching Rachel Maddow freak out over Elon Musk posting memes about buying MSNBC made my morning.” The claim is inaccurate. The clip was edited to show Maddow responding to a meme about Musk potentially buying the network. The original video, which was shared on YouTube , showed Maddow was discussing immigration. The Guardian shared the clip in 2018. Maddow asked her producers to share a graphic, however no graphic was available to show the audience. Maddow then says she needs to hand the story off before introducing Lawrence O’Donnell. (RELATED: Did Rachel Maddow Recently Cry And Run Off The Set Of Her Show?) The lewd graphic shown in the edited version does show a legitimate Musk post . Musk has joked on X about possibly buying MSNBC. Donald Trump Jr. shared a comment on X suggesting Musk buy the network, Musk responded by asking how much the network cost. How much does it cost? — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 22, 2024 This is not the first time misinformation involving Musk has circulated online. Check Your Fact recently debunked a claim Musk banned actor Robert De Niro from the platform.
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