A new study published in the British Medical Journal suggests that hormonal birth control products, including vaginal rings and skin patches, may increase the risk of blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes. The research found that women using contraceptives containing estrogen and progestin are more likely to experience these complications compared to those not using … Read more
A spokesperson for Southern California Edison (SCE) confirmed that the utility had informed attorneys involved in a lawsuit about its plan to re-energize transmission lines with only 48 hours’ notice. This move is intended to address concerns raised by plaintiffs regarding the impact of high-profile power outages on affected communities. Source: https://www.pasadenastarnews.com/2025/02/12/altadena-homeowners-accuse-sce-of-tampering-with-possible-eaton-fire-evidence
A First Alert about health and safety has been issued by doctors and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation as a snowstorm hits the area. During winter weather, emergency rooms see an increase in weather-related injuries, including slips, falls, car crashes, and heart attacks caused by shoveling snow. Dr. Alex Smolensky, a cardiologist at Ascension Wisconsin, … Read more
A kayaker was briefly swallowed by a humpback whale in Chile’s southernmost Patagonia region last Saturday. The terrifying moment was captured on camera by the kayaker’s father, who recorded his son being gulped into the whale and then spat out two seconds later. The 24-year-old kayaker, Adrian Simancas, described feeling like he was being pulled … Read more
Senate Republicans have introduced two bills aimed at eliminating electric vehicle (EV) tax credits and instead imposing a $1,000 fee on manufacturers to repair roads. The proposed changes are part of an effort to reduce the financial burden on American taxpayers and protect domestic industries. The Eliminating Lavish Incentives to Electric (ELITE) Vehicles Act, sponsored … Read more
A security warning message has appeared on the Videocardz.com website, prompting users to verify their connection before proceeding. Upon investigation, the site has confirmed that a verification process was successful, but still requires enabling JavaScript and cookies to continue using the platform. Source: https://videocardz.com/newz/geforce-rtx-5070-ti-spotted-in-blender-benchmark-7-6-faster-than-4070-ti-super
A$AP Rocky’s trial has reached its final stages, with both the prosecution and defense presenting their closing arguments to the jury. Rihanna, Rocky’s partner, brought their two toddlers to court for the first time on Thursday, sparking a moment of tender intimacy amidst the tense proceedings. The prosecution, led by Deputy District Attorney Paul Przelomiec, … Read more
This winter is seeing an unusual combination of viral activity across the United States, with some illnesses on the decline while others are surging. Flu Activity Remains High Influenza continues to affect many Americans, particularly those 65 and older. The CDC reports that there have been over 24 million flu cases this season, including at … Read more
A US hospital has sparked controversy after refusing to put a 12-year-old girl on the heart transplant list due to her unvaccinated status. The girl, Adaline, was born with two heart conditions and had been receiving treatment at Cincinnati Children’s for almost 10 years. Cincinnati Children’s issued a statement saying organ transplants are complicated and … Read more
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