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Stigma of obesity preventing people from treatment thus threatening heart health

19May

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Stigma of obesity preventing people from treatment thus threatening heart health

Stigma and misunderstanding of obesity are preventing people from receiving adequate treatment for the disease, which is increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), a new report from the World Heart Federation warns. The `World Heart Report 2025 - Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease`, launched at the World Heart Summit on May 17, highlights the myths that hamper efforts to treat obesity. The problem is compounded by systemic healthcare gaps and is contributing to an economic burden worsened by the aggressive commercial practices of companies making cheap, processed food. The World Heart Report emphasises the trends that could send healthcare costs spiraling:1. As the rate of child obesity continues to increase, children with a high BMI are 40 per cent more likely than their peer...

This Budget Outdoor Speaker Is Surprisingly Good, and It’s Only $56 Right Now

19May

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This Budget Outdoor Speaker Is Surprisingly Good, and It’s Only $56 Right Now

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The gold standard for a bang-for-your-buck portable speaker is the Beats Pill, which you can easily find for $100. But if you're looking for an even more affordable equivalent, it is the Tribit StormBox Flow, which you can currently find for $55.99 (originally $79.99) after using the 30% on-page coupon. I've had the Tribit StormBox Flow for a couple of months—what makes it special is what you get for the money. At $55.99, you won't find another portable speaker that is rated IP67 for waterproof, has a well-made companion app with full EQ, has Bluetooth 5.3, and a speakerphone function. Yo...

Bruce Springsteen scolds Trump’s ‘treasonous’ administration at U.K. concert – National

19May

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Bruce Springsteen scolds Trump’s ‘treasonous’ administration at U.K. concert – National

Bruce Springsteen told concertgoers what he thought of U.S. President Donald Trump during a show in the U.K. earlier this week, revealing to the crowd during a tirade of scathing remarks that he believed the man in the Oval Office was “unfit” for his role. The legendary artist, revered for his socially conscious lyricism and ability to reflect a quintessentially American experience through music, said Trump’s America no longer represents the place he sings about, he told the audience. Bruce Springsteen (R) and Max Weinberg perform during the first night of his the Land of Hopes and Dreams tour at Co-op Live on May 14, 2025 in Manchester, England. Shirlaine Forrest / Getty Images While introducing his and the E Street Band’s song La...

Dark chocolate, tea may help lower blood pressure: Study

19May

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Dark chocolate, tea may help lower blood pressure: Study

If you are finding it hard to control hypertension or high blood pressure then eating dark chocolate, grapes, or drinking tea may help you, according to a study. Researchers from the University of Surrey, UK, found that naturally occurring compounds called flavan-3-ols -- found in cocoa, tea, apples, and grapes -- may improve blood pressure and the health of our blood vessels. The research, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, analysed data from 145 randomised controlled studies, and found that regular consumption of flavan-3-ols can lead to a reduction in blood pressure readings, particularly in people with elevated or high blood pressure. In some cases, the average blood pressure-lowering effects were comparable to those seen with some medications, said the rese...

Which Is the Better Watch Display, MIP or AMOLED?

18May

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Which Is the Better Watch Display, MIP or AMOLED?

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Garmin Forerunner 265S (left, AMOLED) and 255 (right, MIP) Credit: Beth Skwarecki If you’re deep into comparison shopping for fitness watches, you’ve probably come across some debate on the different display technologies. Manufacturers are moving toward AMOLED style screens (bright! Colorful! Sharp! Modern!) while some longtime users are diehards for the older MIP or LCD style screens (the general vibe is: pry them out of my cold dead hands). So where does that leave you, the shopper, wondering what to get for your first or next watch? I’m going to break down all the pros an...

Mark Carney meets Pope Leo XIV after inaugural mass at the Vatican – National

18May

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Mark Carney meets Pope Leo XIV after inaugural mass at the Vatican – National

Prime Minister Mark Carney had a brief audience with Pope Leo XIV Sunday afternoon at the Vatican following the pontiff’s inaugural mass in St. Peter’s Square. Carney was seated in the second row with his wife Diana for the mass, in a section amongst other world leaders and heads of state.The prime minister, who is a devout Catholic, was one of the few world leaders to kneel during the blessing of the Eucharist, and was spotted at two instances taking a picture of the Pope on his phone to mark the occasion — before the mass started and after it had concluded.After the mass, he briefly met the Pope inside St. Peter’s Basilica, alongside his wife and their daughter Cleo. 20:24 Global National: Ma...

Air pollution, limited green spaces are increasing risk of asthma: Study

18May

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Air pollution, limited green spaces are increasing risk of asthma: Study

The combination of air pollution, dense urban development and limited green spaces increases the risk of asthma in both children and adults, according to a new study. Improving these can help prevent one in 10 cases of asthma -- a chronic respiratory condition characterised by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making breathing difficult. Previous studies have typically calculated the risk of one environmental factor at a time. The new study combined several environmental factors and described how they together affect the risk of developing asthma. This provided a better picture of environmental risks, as life in a city usually involves exposure to several environmental risk factors at the same time Researchers from Karolinska Institutet, in Sweden, found that 11.6 per cent of ...

Liberal government will table federal budget in the fall, Carney says – National

18May

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Liberal government will table federal budget in the fall, Carney says – National

By Nick Murray The Canadian Press Posted May 18, 2025 10:34 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Liberal government plans to table a federal budget this fall. Speaking to reporters in Rome, Carney defended his decision not to present a budget this spring, saying there is little value in rushing the process.Carney says there will be more clarity in coming months on Canada’s defence spending plans, the overall economic outlook and how to make the federal government more efficient. Get daily National news Get the day's top news...

Diddy trial: Cassie Ventura wraps up 4 days of emotional testimony – National

18May

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Diddy trial: Cassie Ventura wraps up 4 days of emotional testimony – National

NOTE: The following article contains disturbing details and video footage. Please read at your own discretion. Cassie Ventura is back on the witness stand Friday to testify for a fourth day in Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ sex trafficking trial. 3:49 Diddy trial: Ex-wife Cassie Ventura fought what ‘only the demon himself could have done’ Defence lawyers began cross-examining the star witness on Thursday, pressing her to read aloud text messages that appeared to show her expressing desire for the drug-fuelled group sex — called freak-offs — she previously testified left her traumatized. Story continues below advertisement ...

Southeast Asia accounted for over 330,000 deaths from road crashes in 2021: WHO

18May

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Southeast Asia accounted for over 330,000 deaths from road crashes in 2021: WHO

Pedestrians and cyclists are among more than 330,000 deaths from road crashes in the Southeast Asia region in 2021, said the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday, as part of the eighth UN Global Road Safety Week. The UN Global Road Safety Week is marked biennially, starting on the third Monday of May. The theme this year is “Make walking and cycling safe”, urging the world to make walking and cycling safe for everyone. Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia said that road traffic injuries are now the leading cause of death among young people aged 5 to 29 years, and they continue to be a pressing public health concern in our WHO South-East Asia Region. "In 2021 alone, our region accounted for more than 330,000 deaths from road crashes, representing 28 per cent of the...