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☆ Former Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard sentenced to 11 years for sexual assault
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-10 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Ap-Live-Blog-Byline-Image.Png | The Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

TORONTO — Former Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard was sentenced Monday in a Toronto courtroom to 11 years in prison for sexually assaulting four women. He faces separate sexual assault and sex trafficking charges in Montreal, Winnipeg and the U.S.Nygard has denied all allegations against him. Designer Peter Nygard in 2014. Goldstein called Nygard “a Canadian success story gone very wrong.”A courtroom sketch shows Peter Nygard, seated at center with his lawyers in Toronto on Monday. Alexandra Newbould / The Canadian Press via APNygard founded a fashion company in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 1967 that ultimately became Nygard International.

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Harvey Weinstein had heart surgery Monday after he complained of health issues and was moved from a New York City jail to a hospital, a representative for the disgraced movie mogul said. Weinstein, whose 2020 rape conviction was overturned in April, remained in recovery at the intensive care unit at Bellevue Hospital on Monday night, said the representative, Craig Rothfeld. Weinstein was moved from Rikers Island jail to the hospital after complaining that he didn’t feel well and had experienced significant weight gain from medication, Rothfeld said. He underwent pericardiocentesis surgery Monday morning to alleviate a significant amount of fluid from his lungs and heart, Rothfeld said. In July, Weinstein was hospitalized for a “myriad of health conditions” and tested positive for Covid-19 and double pneumonia, his representative said.

Persons: Harvey Weinstein, Weinstein, Craig Rothfeld, Rothfeld, Oscar Organizations: Bellevue Hospital, Hollywood, NBC Locations: New York City, Rikers, New York, Los Angeles, York

☆ Peter Nygard: Former Canadian fashion mogul sentenced to 11 years for sexual assault
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-09 | by ( Story Ap | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Former Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard was sentenced Monday in a Toronto courtroom to 11 years in prison for sexually assaulting four women. Nygard was found guilty of four counts of sexual assault in November but acquitted of a fifth count as well as one count of forcible confinement. He faces separate sexual assault and sex trafficking charges in Montreal, Winnipeg and the United States. All five women said their meetings or interactions with Nygard ended with sexual activity that they did not consent to. John Aquino/WWD/Penske Media/Getty Images/FileNygard founded a fashion company in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 1967 that ultimately became Nygard International.

Persons: Peter Nygard, Robert Goldstein, Nygard, Goldstein, ” Nygard, John Aquino, David Lametti Organizations: Penske Media, Nygard International, U.S, FBI Locations: Canadian, Toronto, Montreal, Winnipeg, United States, Winnipeg , Manitoba, Canada, New York City, New York, Manitoba’s

☆ Women face bias and disparities in healthcare. Digital tools could help meet their needs.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-06 | by ( Sarah Sloat | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Historically, women's healthcare has been impaired by challenges like bias and a lack of specialized providers. For years, healthcare systems weren't designed for women, and there are still gaps in research and treatments for women's health issues. AdvertisementWith this reality in mind, Joanna Strober cofounded Midi Health, a website designed to help people experiencing menopause and perimenopause access specialists. Interventions can range from lifestyle coaching to prescription medication, and Midi providers can refer patients to in-person treatments when needed. Midi Health is on its way toward doing that; the company closed a $60 million Series B round in April.

Persons: Ashlee Wisdom, Wisdom, Smisha Agarwal, Agarwal, they're, Joanna Strober, Strober Organizations: New York University, Health, Center for Global Digital Health Innovation, Johns Hopkins University, Women's Health, US National Institutes of Health, Midi Health, Midi, Silicon Valley Bank Locations: Black

☆ Abbott launches its first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor in the U.S.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-05 | by ( Ashley Capoot | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Abbott Laboratories announced Thursday its over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor Lingo is available in the U.S. starting at $49. These devices, called continuous glucose monitors, are small sensors that stick through the skin to measure real-time glucose levels. Continuous glucose monitors have served as tools for patients with diabetes, but Lingo is not intended for diabetes management. The company released its over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor geared toward this demographic in late August. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Dexcom's Stelo in March, and it cleared two over-the-counter continuous glucose monitoring systems from Abbott in June.

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☆ Do you need a glucose monitor? Wellness enthusiasts are using diabetes arm patches to take control of their blood sugar
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Jacobs started monitoring changes to her blood sugar with the help of a device called a continuous glucose monitor — an increasingly trendy wearable. Continuous glucose monitors, or CGMs for short, were FDA-approved in 1999 for people with diabetes to keep constant tabs on their blood sugar levels. Your blood sugar level measures how much glucose is in your blood, which comes from breaking down carbohydrates you eat for energy. After reading about how age-related hormone changes can affect blood sugar, she started tracking hers, and noticed a pattern. Research doesn't support the fear that rising blood sugar after a meal is cause for concern in otherwise healthy people.

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☆ Denmark welcomes return of banned South Korean noodles
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-13 | by ( ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

Danes in central Copenhagen on Thursday marked the return to supermarket shelves of fiery South Korean ramen noodles that had been banned for being too spicy, a decision that has since been partly reversed. Stores in Denmark in June removed three variants of South Korean Samyang Foods’ Buldak instant ramen line after the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration found the noodles’ high capsaicin level posed a serious health risk. Samyang, which sells the products worldwide, had contested the ban, and on Thursday celebrated the reversal by feeding its noodles to social media influencers, gathered on a ferry adorned in the firm’s bright-red colors on Copenhagen’s harbor. But the ban was lifted last month for two of the three variants after further examination of the spicy noodles showed that they did not exceed the critical capsaicin level. “When they were banned, I bought like 50 packages, which I still have now but I guess I have a good deposit,” Phillip said.

Persons: I’ve, ”, Phillip, Influencers, ” Phillip, “ Organizations: Korean, Danish Veterinary, Food Administration Locations: Copenhagen, Denmark, Danish

☆ These American cities are heating up the most
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-13 | by ( Amy O'Kruk | Angela Dewan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Each has recorded at least 18 extremely hot days this year. San Antonio, Texas, experienced 54 extremely hot days, 16 more than its 2013-to-2023 average, while Nashville, Tennessee has logged 23, also 16 days above average. “The overall trend is clear: major American cities have experienced a significant rise in the number of extremely hot days,” said Tucker Landesman, a senior researcher with the International Institute for Environment and Development. Of the 50 cities, only three — Los Angeles, Omaha and Kansas City — did not experience an increase in extremely hot days over the five-decade period. “As the world’s richest country, the United States has the resources and technology needed to address extreme heat,” Landesman said.

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☆ On the Greek island of longevity, where people often live to 100, we swear by this ingredient: 'I use it every day'
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-13 | by ( Diane Kochilas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

My family is from the Greek island of Ikaria, a Blue Zone renowned for the longevity of its inhabitants. To us, garlic has long been more than "just" an ingredient. I use it every day at almost every meal when I cook for myself or my family. Many of my garlic lessons come from an old family friend, Yiorgos Stenos, a spry beekeeper in his 90s. Here are a few of my favorite ways to use garlic in the kitchen:

Persons: Yiorgos, spry, yore Organizations: Blue Locations: Ikaria

☆ 'It’s mayhem and craziness': Californians react to Gavin Newsom’s order to remove homeless encampments
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-10 | by ( Elleiana Green | Elleiana Green Is A Digital Politics Intern With Nbc News | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +8 min

Gavin Newsom’s recent executive order requiring state agencies to remove homeless encampments on public property, leaving the homeless community caught in the middle and uncertain where they will go. Now it’s time for locals to do their job.”But members of the homeless community say they have nowhere to go. “It’s absolute mayhem and craziness,” said Jeni Shurley, a member of the homeless community in Los Angeles. San Francisco has about 8,000 homeless people — the second most in the state behind Los Angeles, with about 75,000. Barger added that the city was working to maintain the trust of the homeless community while working to dismantle the camps.

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☆ A dietitian who researches ultra-processed foods mostly avoids them. Here are her 3 favorite healthy, quick snacks.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-10 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewA dietitian whose research on the potential harms of ultra-processed foods has led her to eat fewer of them shared her three favorite quick, minimally processed snacks with Business Insider. "I try and lean on whole foods for snacks," Patel said. Here are the healthy, quick snacks Patel has on hand to help her avoid reaching for UPFs. Related storiesNuts are whole foods, containing health fats as well as some protein, and require little to no preparation or cooking to eat. But be mindful of how much you eat because despite being nutritionally dense, these snacks can be quite high in calories, Patel said.

Persons: —, Linia Patel, Patel Organizations: Service, Business, University of Milan, Global Public Health Locations: Italy

If approved, it would have been the first new treatment for PTSD in more than two decades. Lykos Therapeutics had asked the FDA to approve the drug as part of a treatment regimen, given alongside talk therapy. Lykos Therapeutics had asked the FDA to approve the drug as part of a treatment regimen, given alongside talk therapy. Lykos added that the agency expressed concerns similar to those raised during the advisory committee meeting in June. Davis Institute for Psychedelics and Neurotherapeutics, said he doesn’t think the FDA decision will hinder the development of psychedelics for mental health disorders, including PTSD.

Persons: “, ”, Holly Fernandez Lynch, Lykos, Amy Emerson, Sarah Silbiger, David Olson, Olson, ” Olson, Brian Barnett, ” Barnett, Joe Biden, Biden, Robert Califf, ” Lynch, psychedelics, David Rind Organizations: Drug Administration, Therapeutics, FDA, Lykos Therapeutics, University of Pennsylvania, Davis Institute for Psychedelics, Cleveland Clinic, Clinical Locations: U.S, White Oak, Md, Ohio

☆ Baking soda water: The benefits and risks of this health trend
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-09 | by ( Kristen Rogers | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

However, just because baking soda is produced from natural ingredients doesn’t mean it’s safe to ingest without regulation, she added. The primary way baking soda could be helpful for issues such as acid reflux is by neutralizing acid. There has also been some evidence to suggest baking soda may also slow the progression of kidney disease. Fitness studies have typically dosed within the range of 0.2 to 0.5 grams of baking soda per kilogram of body weight — meaning a person weighing about 59 kilograms, or 130 pounds, might use around a tablespoon of baking soda at a minimum. Baking soda supplementation isn’t the only way to alleviate acid-induced health problems.

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☆ A man rapidly lost weight on a popular weight-loss drug. After 6 months, he was hospitalized with heart problems and confusion.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-07 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewSix months after he started taking a weight-loss drug, a 62-year-old man was hospitalized with heart palpitations, tremors, confusion, fever, and sweating. The man, from Colorado, had been prescribed the drug tirzepatide (the active ingredient in Mounjaro and Zepbound) to lose weight. Over time, the patient decreased his insulin dose as he lost weight, but didn't change his thyroid medication. This highlights the potential risks of losing weight too quickly, and the need for medical supervision while using the drugs, they said. AdvertisementOzempic and Wegovy, brand names for semaglutide showed weight loss of about 15% over a similar time period.

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☆ Opinion | The Economy Is Looking Pre-Recessionary
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-05 | by ( Paul Krugman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

The good news is that they can greatly reduce that risk by losing weight, improving their diet and getting more exercise. But I found myself thinking about medical analogies when looking at recent economic data. The United States probably (probably) hasn’t entered a recession yet. But the economy is definitely looking pre-recessionary. And policymakers — which right now basically means the Federal Reserve — need to move quickly to head off the risks of serious economic deterioration.

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☆ Belgium drops out of mixed triathlon and Switzerland shuffles line-up after athletes fall ill following race in River Seine
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-04 | by ( Kyle Feldscher | Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Paris CNN —Belgium has withdrawn from the mixed relay triathlon race on Monday and Switzerland has had to mix up its roster after athletes from both countries fell ill following the initial triathlon races last week. The statement did not specify Michel’s illness, which was reported days after she swam in the River Seine during the women’s triathlon on Wednesday. “Claire Michel, a member of the relay, is unfortunately ill and must withdraw from the competition.”Michel finished 38th in the women’s triathlon competition on Wednesday. Swiss Olympic Chief Medical Officer Hanspeter Betschart noted that it is unclear if Briffod’s infection is related to the Seine’s water quality. The athletes had largely put their trust in organizers to ensure that the water quality was safe for them.

Persons: Claire Michel, “ Claire Michel, ” Michel, Jasper Jacobs, Adrien Briffod, Simon Westermann, Hanspeter Betschart, ” Betschart, Météo, ”, Julie Derron, Alex Yee, “, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, –, CNN’s, De La Fuente, Kevin Dotson, Chris Liakos Organizations: Paris CNN —, Olympic Committee, Belgian, Belgian Hammers, Paris Olympic, Wednesday, Getty, Olympic, Swiss, Swiss Olympic, Paris, Triathlon, Medical, City of, Training, Games, Paris Mayor, CNN, CFU, Palais Locations: Paris CNN — Belgium, Switzerland, Belgium, AFP, Paris, Météo France, City, City of Paris, Prefecture, France, Seine, Austerlitz, Alexandra

His comments rattled health care providers, who might advise a pregnant woman seeking an abortion to travel out of state, and abortion funds that help arrange and fund such travel. Stefan Jeremiah / AP fileThe plaintiffs, who include the Yellowhammer Fund, an abortion fund, and West Alabama Women’s Center, now known as WAWC Health Care, along with other health care providers, have some reason for optimism. Although Marshall has not brought any charges, abortion-rights advocates say his remarks have had a chilling effect on abortion funds and health care providers. More than a decade ago, an abortion fund supported her through ending a pregnancy. Evelyn Hockstein / ReutersWAWC Healthcare, another plaintiff in the case, which is being represented by the ACLU, used to offer abortions, but has remained open to provide prenatal care and other reproductive health care, such as wellness exams.

Persons: Roe, Wade, Steve Marshall, Marshall, “, Marshall’s, Steve Marshall's, Stefan Jeremiah, Myron Thompson, ”, Jamila Johnson, Kelsea McLain, ” McLain, Evelyn Hockstein, Robin Marty, She’s, ” Marty Organizations: U.S, Supreme, Republican, Alabama, Yellowhammer Fund, West Alabama Women’s Center, Middle, Middle District of, Yellowhammer, NBC News, Medical, WAWC Healthcare, Reuters WAWC Healthcare, ACLU Locations: Alabama, State, U.S, Middle District, Middle District of Alabama, California, Idaho, Texas, Reform, Ala

☆ Olympic triathlon goes ahead after officials give the green light over Seine water quality
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Kyle Feldscher | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Paris CNN —The triathlon competitions are up and running in Paris on Wednesday after concerns over water quality in the River Seine caused the men’s race to be postponed a day earlier. More rain came into Paris overnight but World Triathlon and Paris 2024 determined the water quality was sufficient to move ahead for both the women’s and men’s races. Rains impacting water qualityHeavy rains battered Paris over the weekend, drenching Friday’s opening ceremony and raising concerns about water quality in the river, which usually declines after rainfall. But the water quality can change fast. That’s double the level needed for “good” water quality, as per World Triathlon standards.

Persons: Météo, ”, Vittoria Lopes, Cassandre Beaugrand, drenching, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, –, CNN’s, De La Fuente, Kevin Dotson, Chris Liakos Organizations: Paris CNN, Paris, Triathlon, Medical, City of, Training, Games, Paris Mayor, CNN, CFU, Palais Locations: Paris, Météo France, City, City of Paris, Prefecture, France, Brazil, Seine, Austerlitz, Alexandra

☆ Podcast: Samsung bets on the Galaxy Ring and AI as its next big thing
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +42 min

Along with its S24 series of smartphones, foldable devices, smartwatches and now the Galaxy Ring, Samsung is hoping to lock users into its world of products held together with its suite of artificial intelligence features, known as Galaxy AI. Arjun KharpalOne of the things Samsung said was look, the ring is one product, but we've got the watch, we've got the smartphone. I think that's the right approach for Samsung, I don't think they have unrealistic expectations for volumes on this. And you'd feel like if there was some sort of Apple ring, it would do pretty good volumes. Do you think Samsung is seriously looking at ways to monetize this via subscriptions or other kinds of service business model?

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☆ 3 non-tech sectors ripe for AI monetization, according to $85 billion Wealth Enhancement Group
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Christine Ji | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

So far, most of the AI winners have been confined to players further up the value chain, such as data center providers and semiconductor chip producers at the backbone of AI technology. As the buildout phase of AI matures, investors are looking further down the value chain for monetization opportunities, whether it be for consumers or businesses. Ayako Yoshioka, senior portfolio manager at Wealth Enhancement Group, sees three parts of the market that could see profit enhancements from the adoption of AI. 3 non-tech AI opportunitiesThere's significant potential for the healthcare sector to reap the benefits of AI. Large banks like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs also use AI to comb through and sort large quantities of historical financial data, facilitate financial research, and provide investment advice.

Persons: —, Ayako Yoshioka, Yoshioka, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, They're, That's Organizations: Service, Big Tech, Business, Google, Security, Visa, Mastercard, Healthcare, Trust Nasdaq

☆ River Seine: Water quality worries as triathlon training canceled again
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Kyle Feldscher | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Paris CNN —The rain that drenched Friday’s opening ceremony may have moved out of Paris, but its effects are still being felt in the River Seine, with water quality concerns throwing the triathlon competition into uncertainty. Training was canceled for a second straight day on Monday after water quality testing deemed the water unsafe for athletes. “Given the weather forecast for the next 36 hours, Paris 2024 and World Triathlon are confident that water quality will return to below limits before the start of the triathlon competitions on July 30,” a joint statement from Paris 2024 and World Triathlon said. But the water quality can change fast. That’s double the level needed for “good” water quality, as per World Triathlon standards.

Persons: “, ”, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, –, Saskya Vandoorne, Billy Stockwell, Julen Chavin, Amy Woodyatt, Joseph Ataman, Samantha Tapfumaneyi Organizations: Paris CNN, Training, Games, Paris, Paris Mayor, CNN, CFU, Palais Locations: Paris, Seine, Meteo, France, Austerlitz, Alexandra

Video footage shows an angled line alongside Lee’s body, which is bent at the hips. Video footage shows an animated white line that follows Lee’s feet as she kicks them toward the ceiling on the upswing. Video footage shows a white line indicating that Lee’s body is about 3 to 4 feet above the high bar. Video footage shows a white line animating downward along the back of Lee’s body as she extends her feet. The Cappuccitti Release Catch the bar Front flip Full-twisting Jaeger Release Catch the bar Flip with full twist The Cappuccitti Full-twisting Jaeger Release Release Flip with full twist Front flip Catch the bar Catch the bar The Cappuccitti Full-twisting Jaeger Release Release Flip with full twist Front flip Catch the bar Catch the bar The Cappuccitti Catch the bar Release Front flip Full-twisting Jaeger Catch the bar Release Flip with full twist Note: The Cappuccitti was performed by Luo Rui.

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☆ What to expect from Paris during the 2024 Summer Olympic Games
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Kyle Feldscher | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Paris CNN —The 2024 Summer Olympic Games formally get underway on Friday with an incredibly unique Opening Ceremony aimed at putting one of the world’s most famous cities on display. PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 24: A view of Trocadero Square, the venue for the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, with the Eiffel Tower in the background, on July 24, 2024 in Paris, France. The 2024 Summer Games were organized with a mind to put the entire French nation on display, including its more tropical territories. A Games focused on sustainabilityPARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 14: The Paris 2024 logo, representing the Olympic and Paralympic Games four months prior to the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic games is displayed on the facade of Paris town hall on March 14, 2024 in Paris, France. The Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games takes place on Friday 26th July, along the River Seine.

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☆ Israel is blocking physicians with Palestinian heritage from entering Gaza
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Yahya Abou-Ghazala | Alex Marquardt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

Suleiman’s denial is part of a policy recently communicated to medical missions going into Gaza through Israel. Before the war, Palestinian medics and medics of Palestinian heritage who held other passports could apply to Israel for entry into Gaza and have no issues getting approval. Ambulances lined up in front of the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing during a visit of United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on March 23. “We reiterate that we STRONGLY advice (sic) against any attempt of entering Gaza with a Palestinian background/roots,” the email stated. The ad disclosed that “applicants with a Palestinian ID or Palestinian roots are not allowed into Gaza.” The post has since been deleted.

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☆ Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in pesticides used on food, in homes and on pets, study finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

“These pesticides are applied to tens of millions of farm fields across the United States in quite high quantities, and they are contributing to PFAS contamination,” Andrews said. “The study provides empirical evidence of the extent of PFAS in pesticides,” said DeWitt, who was not involved in the research. PFAS helps pesticides last longerThe study authors submitted Freedom of Information requests to various state and federal government agencies in the US, including the EPA. The analysis found eight EPA-approved inert ingredients were PFAS, including the nonstick chemical Teflon. In February, the EPA proposed the removal of Teflon in pesticide products.

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