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Delhi Govt. to declare Leprosy a notifiable disease under the Delhi Epidemic Diseases Act

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:43:42 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): In a major public health decision under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, leprosy is set to be declared a notifiable disease under the Delhi Epidemic Diseases Act. The proposal of the Delhi Health Department has now been submitted for necessary approval. This move positions Delhi among states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and West Bengal that have already made lepr

17th CRM shows gains in primary care, digital health: NHM Summit reviews progress

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:15:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The second and concluding day of the two-day National Summit on 'Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India's Health Future' witnessed in-depth technical deliberations centred on the findings of the 17th Common Review Mission (CRM), a cornerstone mechanism for independent, evidence-based assessment under the National Health Mission (NHM).

The first day of the Summit f

Valkyries lead WNBA with $850M valuation

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:05:12 GMT

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The Golden State Valkyries are the WNBA's most valuable franchise for a second straight year, according to Sportico.

The team has a valuation of $850 million after setting a league record with $78 million in revenue during its inaugural season in 2025.

The New York Liberty rank a distant second at $600 million, followed by the Indiana Fever ($560M), Seattle

"Everything went great": Katie Thurston undergoes double mastectomy amid stage 4 breast cancer treatment

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:40:10 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 1 (ANI): Reality TV star Katie Thurston has undergone a double mastectomy as part of her treatment for stage 4 breast cancer, with her husband Jeff Arcuri confirming that the procedure was successful, according to E! News.

Thurston, known for her appearance on 'The Bachelorette', underwent the surgery recently. Sharing updates throughout the day, Arcuri described her as a 'beautiful badas

Iran embassy slams "fabricated" UK terror claims, warns of potential "false flag" operations

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:27:34 GMT

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): The Iranian Embassy in London has hit back at what it describes as a 'fabricated negative media environment' within the United Kingdom, dismissing claims that suggest Tehran is connected to recent violent occurrences across the country.

In an extensive statement shared via social media platform X, the diplomatic mission asserted that 'such baseless accusations against [the] Islamic Repub

Trump nominates Dr Nicole Saphier for US Surgeon General

Fri, 01 May 2026 02:19:07 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 1 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) announced that he is nominating Dr. Nicole B. Saphier to serve as the next Surgeon General of the United States, while simultaneously withdrawing his earlier nominee, Casey Means.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Saphier as 'a STAR physician' and praised her work in cancer care and public health communication. 'I am ple

"My scars tell the story of my survival": Rajshri Deshpande shares emotional message on cancer fight

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:53:17 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 1 (ANI): Actor Rajshri Deshpande has voiced her survival journey through her scars, sharing a reminder of her fight with cancer.

On Instagram, Rajshri Deshpande shared pictures. 'My scars tell the story of my survival. Every single one is a reminder that I fought, I survived and I conquered,' she wrote.

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Update: China adopts revised Prison Law to strengthen prison management, improve inmate rehabilitation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:59 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- China's top legislature on Thursday voted to adopt the revision to the Prison Law, sharpening the focus on fair and law-based execution of imprisonment penalties for more effective punishment and rehabilitation of the offenders, a move marking the country's further efforts to balance strict enforcement of justice and human rights protection.

The major revision, the law's first in thr

Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates 10th National Summit on Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India's Health Future

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:51:51 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Thursday inaugurated the 10th National Summit on Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India's Health Future, in the presence of the Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and the Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao.

The Summit serves as a premier platform for States and Union Territories to showcase path-breaking innovations a

India deploys 'Aarogya Maitri' health cube in Jamaica, strengthening CARICOM partnership

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:30:35 GMT

New Delhi [India]/Kingston [Jamaica], April 30 (ANI): In a significant step towards strengthening India-Caribbean relations, India has deployed its flagship Aarogya Maitri portable healthcare infrastructure in Jamaica, marking a new chapter in humanitarian diplomacy and South-South cooperation under the broader framework of India-CARICOM engagement.

The deployment, coordinated under India's Humanitarian Assistanc

Campus turns chaotic in 'Indian Institute of Zombies' trailer

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:17:38 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 30 (ANI): The makers of 'Indian Institute of Zombies' (IIZ) have unveiled the trailer of the movie, which presents a campus-based zombie narrative.

The film is backed by Kuku as its maiden feature. Directed by Gaganjeet Singh and Alok Dwivedi, it is produced by Kunj Sanghvi and written by Hussain Dalal and Abbas Dalal, known for their work on 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' and 'Farz

Uttarakhand: Man accused of robbery killed in encounter with police, SHO injured

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:18:29 GMT

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 30 (ANI): A man accused of shooting and robbing was killed in an encounter with Uttarakhand Police on Wednesday night, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dehradun, Pramendra Dobhal said.

According to the police official, SHO Naresh Rathore was injured as the miscreants opened fire at police personnel. In retaliation, police personnel fired and injured one miscreant, who la

At Beijing auto show, rising fuel costs boost China's NEV opportunity

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:48:18 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Turmoil in the Middle East and the rising cost of filling a tank are giving drivers yet another reason to switch to Chinese new energy vehicles (NEVs), which are already all the rage with their competitive prices, chic designs and intelligent systems.

This shift is palpable at the world's biggest auto show, which is being held in Beijing. Sprawling across 380,000 square meters and wi

NSO Survey: Healthcare access improves, out-of-pocket expenditure declines across India

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:31:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): The 80th round of the National Statistical Office (NSO) survey on household social consumption related to health highlights significant progress in India's healthcare system, reflecting improved access, affordability, and utilisation of services across the country.

According to the survey, average healthcare expenditure remains low, indicating a reduced financial burden on house

World economy will suffer terrible crisis amid rising crude prices: Economist Jeffrey Sachs

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:10:17 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs on Wednesday issued a stark warning that the global economy is teetering on the edge of a 'terrible crisis,' primarily driven by the escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and the resulting surge in crude oil prices.

'The world economy will suffer a terrible crisis,' Sachs said while addressing FICCI Legend Series, cautioning that sustaine

Starmer "deeply concerned" about Golders Green stabbing amid rising antisemitic incidents

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:45:16 GMT

The Wednesday stabbing follows a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in London. The police pledged an enhanced police presence to protect the Jewish community.

LONDON, April 29 (Xinhua) -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that he was "deeply concerned" about what authorities have declared a terrorist attack in Golders Green. It was the latest in a series of assault

Call it a comeback? Deshaun Watson reportedly leading Browns' QB competition

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:19:16 GMT

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A competition to be the QB1 in Cleveland has a comeback candidate in the lead, according to the Plain Dealer.

Deshaun Watson currently is ahead of Shedeur Sanders in an ongoing competition under first-year head coach Todd Monken, per the report.

Watson, 30, emerged from the first minicamp of Monken's tenure with a grasp on the starting

Health Minister Nadda to inaugurate 10th National Public Health Summit in Chandigarh

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:13:38 GMT

Chandigarh [India], April 29 (ANI): Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will organise the 10th National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovations in Public Health Systems in Chandigarh, from April 30 to May 1.

The Summit will be inaugurated by the Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, JP Nadda, in the presence of Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, and the State Health &am

Radiation Levels 70 Times Above Normal Found in Sofia Neighborhood

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:09:00 GMT

An urgent inspection was ordered in Sofia's Malinova Dolina district after reports of possible radiation contamination at the former site of the Central Isotope Repository. Acting Energy Minister Traycho Traykov personally attended the inspection following a signal alleging radioactive pollution in the area.

Specialized teams from the State Enterprise ?Radioactive Waste? carried out a full on-site survey using fi

NSO 80th round health survey shows major gains in India's healthcare system

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:16:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): A fresh National Statistical Office (NSO) 80th round survey on household consumption related to health has pointed to a marked improvement in healthcare access across India, driven by expanded public health infrastructure, higher insurance penetration, and sustained government spending in the sector, the release said.

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare stated that in bot

A portrait in four charts: Germany tumbles back toward crisis

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:31:53 GMT

The recent fragile stabilization of the EUs largest economy is being erased in light of the shocks of the Iran war

Germany's economy has been struggling to stay afloat in recent years. High energy costs, partly the result of rejecting cheap Russian gas, have rendered much of the country's heavy industry uncompetitive, while its export-oriented model has come under pressure from shifting economic

Germany in four charts: Berlin tumbles back toward crisis

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:31:53 GMT

The recent fragile stabilization of the EUs largest economy is being erased in light of the shocks of the Iran war

US senator claims superpower status depends on Ukraine aid

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:18:00 GMT

Republican Mitch McConnell has blasted Donald Trump, claiming he has continued Joe Biden's strategy of failing to meet Kiev's needs

The US must expand its support for Ukraine if it wants to preserve its status as a global superpower, Republican Senator Mitch McConnell has claimed.

The veteran lawmaker and forme

Ghana rejects US health deal

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:09:51 GMT

Negotiations which began last November escalated under growing US pressure before collapsing, a source has said

Ghana has rejected a proposed health assistance agreement with the US over requirements to share sensitive health data, a source familiar with the negotiations told RT on Tuesday.

The decision marks another setback to Washington's overhaul of foreign aid, following the dismantling

India calls attacks on commercial ships in St of Hormuz as "deplorable"

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:20:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Ambassador Yojna Patel, Deputy Permanent Representative of India to the UN, said that attempts to target commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz is deplorable.

Patel, while delivering India's statement at the UN Security Council on the Situation in the Middle East on Tuesday (local time), said that the Strait of Hormuz is of great concern for India in terms of the

Taste of democracy: Howrah's sweetmaker turns election fever into culinary art

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:10:22 GMT

Howrah (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): As West Bengal braces for the high-stakes second phase of its assembly elections on Wednesday, the political battle has moved from the rallies to the dessert platters.

In Howrah, a local confectioner has unveiled a vibrant collection of 'election-themed' sweets, turning the state's fierce political rivalry into a celebration of its famous culinary heritage.

Israel weaponizing water in Gaza medical charity

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:47:19 GMT

Shortages have triggered a disease surge in the enclave, Doctors Without Borders says in report

Israel has used access to water as a weapon and a form of "collective punishment" against Palestinians in Gaza, according to a report by international medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF). Israel has rejected the claims as baseless.

The organization said in a report released Tuesday that

INDONESIA-JAKARTA-CHINESE-CHARITY

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:16:00 GMT

(260428) -- JAKARTA, April 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows volunteers delivering bottled water to communities affected by flooding in Jakarta, Indonesia, Feb. 13, 2026. Shi Kaixin, the regional manager for an international outdoor sports brand in Jakarta, Indonesia, was struck soon after her arrival in 2024 by the sight of homeless communities living under local overpasses and many famil

Watershed moment as UK healthy life expectancy plunges study

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:26:12 GMT

Britain is one of only five rich nations where health is significantly worsening, ranking second-to-last in the developed world

Healthy life expectancy (HLE) in the UK has fallen by about two years to just over 60 for both men and women, making Britain one of only five wealthy nations where people live fewer years in good health, according to a new analysis by the Health Foundation charity.

Niche, experience-led segments like event, wellness, wildlife to drive next phase of India's tourism growth: Report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:35:28 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): India's next phase of tourism growth is expected to be driven by niche, experience-led and high-value segments, according to a report by EY and FICCI.

The report highlighted that India is witnessing the emergence of several high-potential tourism segments which, if strategically developed, can significantly boost inbound tourism.

Among the key segments, event and concert t

All preparations done for second phase of West Benal polls: Election Commission

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:09:56 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 27 (ANI): Ahead of the next phase of elections in West Bengal, polling parties have begun moving towards their respective polling stations, including remote riverine areas of Sandeshkhali Assembly constituency in North 24 Parganas district, the Election Commission of India (ECI) said on Monday.

'All Preparation Done. ECI Polling Parties moving to their respective Polling Stati

Hidden kind of stress can damage your memory as you age: Study

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:08:54 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 27 (ANI): A new study reveals that internalising stress--especially feelings of hopelessness--may significantly speed up memory decline in older Chinese Americans. Surprisingly, factors like community support didn't show the same impact.

Researchers say cultural pressures and stereotypes may cause emotional struggles to go unnoticed and untreated. The findings suggest that targeted, cult

Fever's Kelsey Mitchell, Sophie Cunningham remain committed to Europe's Project B

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:19:06 GMT

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Indiana Fever stars Kelsey Mitchell and Sophie Cunningham remain committed to upstart women's basketball league Project B despite some earlier mixed messages about how the WNBA's new CBA might affect their desire to play overseas.

Mitchell told reporters last week that it would take a 'drastic, unique situation' to play overseas after the new CBA increased play

Meghan Trainor says life took "weird deep dive" during tour, opens up on personal struggles behind new album

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:19:57 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 27 (ANI): Singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor has revealed that she experienced a 'weird deep dive internally' during her last tour, saying the phase of personal struggle went on to shape her upcoming album 'Toy With Me', according to E! News.

Days after announcing the cancellation of her 'Get in Girl' tour, the 32-year-old artist opened up about her experiences during an appearance on the

Friends of Cancer Patients delivers support to 130 patients in early 2026

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:55:07 GMT

SHARJAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) -- The Friends of Cancer Patients Association continued its humanitarian and awareness-driven role during the first quarter of 2026, achieving tangible results in supporting patients and strengthening community awareness.

The association successfully provided direct assistance to 130 patients by covering the costs of treatment, medication, and medical examinations, with total finan

MICRONESIA-CHUUK STATE-CHINESE MEDICAL TEAM-POST-DISASTER SUPPORT

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:15:49 GMT

(260427) -- CHUUK STATE, April 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A doctor (C) from a Chinese medical team administers acupuncture therapy to a patient in Chuuk State, the Federated States of Micronesia, April 20, 2026.

A Chinese medical team that has been assisting the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) recently traveled to the country's Chuuk State to support local post-disaster medical efforts following a devastating typ

Nitte University strengthens Science Education with Advanced BS-MS Integrated & conventional MSc Programs at NUCSER

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:25:11 GMT

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Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 27: Nitte University Centre for Science Education & Research (NUCSER), Mangaluru is redefining science education through its comprehensive BS-MS Integrated program and conventional MSc programs, designed to provide students with a strong academic foundation, practical skills and diverse career opportunities. Placed among the top 100 universities in the world for Susta

"Bengal deserve governance free from fear, rooted in constitutional values": VHRP's Yamuna Pathak slams Mamata govt over law and order

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:13:34 GMT

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 27 (ANI): Vishva Hindu Raksha Parishad National Mahila President Yamuna Pathak on Monday extended strong support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and the Bharatiya Janata Party, while criticising the West Bengal government led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over issues of law and order and political violence in the state.

Speaking on the sidelines of an event in Hyd

"People of Bengal will take revenge for cutting 90 lakh votes": Arvind Kejriwal

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:08:26 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 27 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday extended his support to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, saying that the people of Bengal will take revenge from Bharatiya Janata Party for cutting 90 lakhs votes in the state during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.

Ahead of the ongoing assembly elections, Kejriwal alleged large

Yogi Adityanath holds roadshow in West Bengal's Kalyani in support of BJP candidate Anupam Biswas

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:11:33 GMT

North 24 Parganas (West Bengal) [India], April 27 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday held a roadshow in the Kalyani area of North 24 Parganas district in support of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Anupam Biswas for the Kalyani Assembly constituency ahead of the final phase of assembly elections.

The roadshow witnessed the participation of BJP supporters as the Uttar Pradesh Chief

PM Modi meets NITI Aayog's new full-time member Dr Gobardhan Das, calls his journey 'very inspiring'

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:10:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met newly appointed NITI Aayog Full-Time Member Dr Gobardhan Das, describing his personal journey as 'very inspiring' and praising his contribution to public health and immunology.

'Met Prof. Gobardhan Das Ji this morning. His personal life journey is very inspiring. Every struggle he faced only strengthened his commitment to serve society

"Maa-Mati-Manush victory no longer a prediction, matter of time": Mamata Banerjee confident of win in Assembly polls

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:40:20 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 27 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday expressed confidence in her party's electoral prospects, citing overwhelming public support during recent 'padyatras' and 'Janasabhas', and asserted that the 'victory of Maa-Mati-Manush' is 'a matter of time.'

Sharing a post on X ahead of the second phase Assembly election, Banerjee said, 'The extraordinary enthusi

West Bengal polls: Four arrested in connection with TMC-BJP workers' clash in Jagatdal

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:41:32 GMT

Jagatdal (West Bengal) [India], April 27 (ANI): West Bengal Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the violent clashes between Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters in front of the Jagatdal Police Station on Sunday night.

The arrested accused have been identified as Koushik Das, Sikander Prasad, Gopal Routh, and Shyamdev Shaw, while the police noted that the remain

Starmer heckled with Jew harmer shouts after London knife attack

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:04:11 GMT

Prime MinisterKeir Starmerwas booed and heckled with shouts of "Jew harmer" Thursday as the Jewish community in London accused him of doing too little to protect them, a day after aknife attack.

The crowd in Golders Green in north London where two Jewish men were stabbed in broad daylight shouted "Starmer is a coward" and "show your face".

Starmer was visiting emergency services staff following the attacks,

SCOTUS case may affect Marylanders' right to sue pesticide maker

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:05:33 GMT

Pesticide maker Bayer testified before the Supreme Court this week in a case that could decide its immunity from

New CA initiative aims to strengthen social safety nets

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:27:45 GMT

In a time of tight budgets, a new project aims to strengthen California’s resilience by fostering cross-sector collaboration among safety net providers and public, private and community partners.

Researchers with the California Health Interconnectivity Initiative are analyzing best practices to work on some

Thousands of North Carolinians suffering in 'loneliness epidemic'

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:25:49 GMT

Many North Carolinians have said they struggle to form and maintain friendships but researchers said social connection comes with myriad health benefits.

It is often called the "loneliness epidemic" because one in three Americans said they lack meaningful relationships. C

Cardiologist offers Virginians tips on managing cholesterol levels

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:25:32 GMT

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and two major health organizations are offering up-to-date information on how to manage your cholesterol levels.

The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology released new guidanc

PA senator backs bills to lower healthcare costs, expand access

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:25:18 GMT

A Pennsylvania lawmaker has introduced a new slate of legislation to address rising healthcare costs.

With soaring medical debt and high premiums, almost half of U.S. adults struggle to afford basic healthcare. Adding to the issue, some 120,000 Penns

OR honors Workers Memorial Day amid 'hostile' federal rollbacks

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:13:32 GMT

Today is Workers Memorial Day and labor groups are honoring the 38 Oregon workers who died on the job within the last year.

The day also commemorates the enactment of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, which guarantees the righ

Arizona measles outbreak prompts surveillance toolkit

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:13:08 GMT

A recent measles outbreak in Arizona has prompted state health officials to up their immunization efforts.

They have created a measles surveillance tool kit for doctors to know the right questions to ask and how to proceed in potentially positi

Texans have say on future of state agencies

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:12:43 GMT

The Texas Sunset process evaluates the performances of state agencies to determine if they should continue, be restructured or even abolished.

Currently, the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission is reviewing the operations of 16 agencies and seeking input from the public.

Deadline nears for Texans to weigh in on future of state agencies

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:12:43 GMT

The Texas Sunset process evaluates the performances of state agencies to determine if they should continue, be restructured or even abolished.

Currently, the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission is reviewing the operations of 16 agencies and seeking input from the public.

EcoWaste Coalition Honors Hideo Ikoma, Seeks Justice for All Minamata Disease Sufferers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:40:22 GMT

27 April 2026, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition paid tribute to a victim of the Minamata tragedy, Japan's worst industrial disaster, who traveled to the Philippines to offer a first-hand account of the sufferings and hopes of the mercury poisoning victims.

Hideo Ikoma, then 73, visited the Philippines in 2017 with tireless advocate Yoichi Tani to discuss the impacts of Minamata disease an

Updates: 6 picks sign; Guard reps for Shelton

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:36:00 GMT

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Drew Shelton#67 OTHeight: 6-5Weight: 313 lbsCollege: Penn State

3:21 p.m.- In a draft class that heavily features defensive players, Drew Shelton is just one of two offensive players that were drafted by the Cowboys last weekend.

And while adjusting to the speed of the game is the first thing these rookies need to learn, Shelton might be learning a new positio

Updates: 6 of 7 Cowboys rookies sign contracts

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:46:00 GMT

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Caleb Downs#18 DBHeight: 5-11Weight: 206 lbsCollege: Ohio State

11:30 a.m. --The Cowboys have officially signed six of their seven rookie draft picks, and 11 undrafted free agents.

First-round pick Caleb Downs, third-round pick Jaishawn Barham, fourth-round picks Drew Shelton, Devin Moore, LT Overton and seventh-round pick Anthony Smith.

The only Cowboys

Reasons to be cheerful: The rise of the resistance

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

There are many monstrous things happening in the world, but nevertheless there are reasons to be cheerful, IA founderDave Donovansays.

READING INDEPENDENT AUSTRALIA can often be a bleak affair. COVID, the rise of White supremacists, Gaza genocide, the Iran War, fuel prices and the cost of living, attacks on freedom of speech, the Epstein files, Trump and his band of baddies, Hanson and her horrid

Draft Day Lookback: Tunch Illkin

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Tunch Ilkin.April 30Tunch IlkinOffensive Tackle1980-92Drafted April 30, 1980If you are looking for someone who truly and honestly represented what it means to be

Kicking The Stigma to celebrate 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Kicking The Stigma will take part in activities and invite fans to learn more about mental health during 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month this May.

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Kicking The Stigma will take part in activities and invite fans to learn more about mental health during2026Mental Health Awareness Monththis May.

"Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time for

Draft Day Lookback: Greg Lloyd

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Greg Lloyd.April 29Greg LloydLinebacker1987-1997Drafted April 29, 1987His demeanor appeared to match the shirt he wore on a regular basis. It simply said, "I was

Draft Day Lookback: Rod Woodson

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Rod Woodson.April 28Rod WoodsonCornerback1987-96Drafted April 28, 1987There are not many players who earn first-ballot Hall of Fame honors. Oftentimes, players h

Browns announce 2026 season of Jr. Browns Backers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:42 GMT

The Jr. Browns Backers kids club is in its third season

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BEREA, Ohio The Cleveland Browns announced today the launch of the 2026 season of "Jr. Browns Backers", presented by University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children's and in association with Cardinal Credit Union.

"The continued growth of Barking Backers and Jr. Browns Backers shows how much these clubs mean to our fans and

Draft Watch Parties were a hit in Mexico, Ireland

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

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The City of Pittsburgh set a record for NFL Draft attendance, with 805,000 people taking in all of the action from the NFL Draft Theater and Stage and Point State Park.

But that isn't the only place where Steelers fans gathered to watch the Draft.

The team hosted Steelers Draft Watch Parties in Mexico City, Mexico and Dublin, Ireland, with fans packing the venues to watch the iconic even

Antisemitism and Israel: A challenge to the Australian narrative

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT

A provocative Royal Commission submission by DrEvan Jonesargues that Australias antisemitism debate cannot be separated from Israel, Zionism and their political influence.

Submission to theRoyal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion

Part 1

General

This submission can be reduced to one word Israel.

There you have the answer to

Russian climbers return as neutrals at World Climbing Series opener

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:16:54 GMT

SHAOXING, China, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Russian climbers returned to top-level international competition for the first time in five years, as they competed as neutral athletes at the opening stop of the 2026 World Climbing Series, formerly known as the IFSC World Cup, on Friday.

Four Russian athletes took part in the boulder qualification round under neutral status, marking their first appearance at a major internati

South Africa reports sharp surge in measles cases

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:15:17 GMT

CAPE TOWN, May 1 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has reported a sharp rise in measles cases across the country, calling for greater surveillance and stronger vaccination efforts.

According to the NICD's latest weekly situation report released Friday, South Africa recorded 1,352 laboratory-confirmed measles cases from Dec. 29, 2025, to April 26, 2026, covering epidem

Shipping through Strait of Hormuz falls over 90 pct, 41 security incidents recorded in nearby waters: UK navy

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:15:05 GMT

LONDON, May 1 (Xinhua) -- The British Royal Navy said on Friday that shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped sharply since the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East, with the number of vessels passing through the waterway falling from about 130 per day before the conflict to fewer than 10, a decline of more than 90 percent.

The British Royal Navy, citing monitoring results from the UK Maritim

Israeli army says struck over 40 Hezbollah targets across southern Lebanon

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:45:19 GMT

JERUSALEM, May 1 (Xinhua) -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said Friday it struck and destroyed more than 40 Hezbollah infrastructure sites across southern Lebanon over the past day.

The targets included command centers and military facilities used by Hezbollah militants to launch attacks on Israeli troops and civilians, the IDF said in a statement. The military added it would continue operating against threats

Major depression peaks 2 weeks after childbirth: study

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:15:17 GMT

SYDNEY, May 1 (Xinhua) -- A global study of over 2 million women and girls found major depression peaks about two weeks after childbirth, highlighting the need for earlier screening and support.

The research, led by the University of Queensland (UQ) and published in The Lancet Psychiatry, analyzed data from 780 global studies, tracking mental health from conception to one year after birth, said a UQ statement re

Scientists recruit red blood cells to deliver genetic cargo with instructions to kill cancer

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:20:43 GMT

BEIJING, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) - Scientists have developed a way to turn the body's own immune cells into cancer-fighting agents-without removing them from the body-by using red blood cells to deliver genetic instructions. Current CAR (chimeric antigen receptor) therapies typically involve collecting a patient's T cells, genetically modifying them in the laboratory, and then reinfusing them in a process that can take wee

WHO/Europe designates Danish center to support fight against HIV, hepatitis, TB

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:15:13 GMT

COPENHAGEN, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe (WHO/Europe) on Thursday designated Denmark's Center for Health and Infectious Disease Research (CHIP) as a new WHO collaborating center to support regional responses to HIV, viral hepatitis, tuberculosis (TB), and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

The center, based at Rigshospitalet and the University of Copenhagen,

What is lipoprotein(a) cholesterol, or Lp(a)? And can you lower yours?

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:03:31 GMT

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Most people know about "good" and "bad" cholesterol. But few realise there is another type called lipoprotein(a). It can raise the risk of heart attacks and strokes, even in people who do everything right.

This lesser-known cholesterol particle, often written as Lp(a), is gaining increasing attention from researchers an

Chinese doctors conduct successful eardrum repair surgery in Niger

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:30 GMT

NIAMEY, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Chinese doctors have recently conducted a successful tympanoplasty operation in Niger, believed to be the first time that the eardrum repair procedure was done in the West African country.

Tang Xianglong, a member of the 25th Chinese medical team in Niger, carried out the landmark otologic surgery on a local patient in Niamey General Reference Hospital in the Nigerien capital.

Uganda warns of rising measles cases nationwide

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:20 GMT

KAMPALA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Uganda's Ministry of Health on Thursday reported a surge in measles cases, with 20 districts confirming outbreaks so far this year.

Charles Olaro, director general of health services for Uganda's Ministry of Health, said in a statement that despite progress in controlling the disease, measles continues to affect communities, particularly unvaccinated children.

"Investigations

Uganda launches locally developed anti-tick vaccine to boost livestock sector

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:16 GMT

KAMPALA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on Thursday launched a locally developed anti-tick vaccine, marking a major step in efforts to boost dairy and beef production.

The NAROVAC Anti-Tick Vaccine was developed by scientists at the state-run National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) after years of research.

Describing the vaccine as "revolutionary," Museveni said tick inf

3 Palestinians killed in Israeli attack south of Gaza City: sources

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:09 GMT

GAZA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Three Palestinians were killed on Thursday in an Israeli airstrike targeting an animal-drawn cart in the al-Zeitoun neighborhood, south of Gaza City, according to Palestinian sources.

Local sources and eyewitnesses said that an Israeli drone fired a missile at the cart, causing multiple casualties.

Mahmoud Basal, spokesperson for the Civil Defense in Gaza, told Xinhua that medic

4th LD-Writethru-China Focus: China adopts revised Prison Law to strengthen prison management, improve inmate rehabilitation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:47:13 GMT

The major revision, the law's first in th

Golders Green stabbing suspect British national born in Somalia, known to counter-extremism scheme: police

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:15:13 GMT

LONDON, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The suspect of a stabbing incident in Golders Green, north-west London, was known to Britian's official counter-extremism scheme in 2020, according to British media on Thursday.

The suspect, a 45-year-old British man, was born in Somalia, Metropolitan Police confirmed late on Wednesday.

He was known to the Prevent, the country's official counter-extremism scheme, and was subje

Brain surgery effects extend beyond operation site: study

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:45:19 GMT

MELBOURNE, April 30 (Xinhua) -- New research has found that the effects of brain surgery extend beyond the immediate site of operation, leading to changes in distant brain regions.

The findings show that the structural effects of surgery can extend further than previously thought, challenging the traditional view on how surgery affects the human brain, said a statement from Australia's Florey Institute of Neuros

Abuse of women journalists made easier and more damaging by AI

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Reports of online violence against women journalists have doubled since 2020, with serious impacts on their health and well-being, according to a study published ahead ofWorld Press Freedom Daymarked annually on 3 May.

What was once hailed as a vehicle for empowerment has, for millions of women and girls, become a source of fear.

ThereportbyUN Womenand partners highlightshow online violencetargetingwomen in

China-built water system expands clean access across northwest Cambodia

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:45:15 GMT

PHNOM PENH, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The China-built Battambang Water Supply System in northwest Cambodia's Battambang province was inaugurated on Thursday, marking a major upgrade to expand clean water access and meet growing demand in the area.

The project was co-financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the French Development Agency (AFD), the European Union (EU) and the Royal Government of Cambodia, with a t

3rd LD: China adopts revised Prison Law to strengthen prison management, improve inmate rehabilitation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:17:11 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- China's top legislature on Thursday voted to adopt the revision to the Prison Law.

The major revision, the law's first in three decades, was passed after a third reading at a session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress, which runs from Monday to Thursday.

The revised law will take effect on Nov. 1, 2026.

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Warmer temps bring soaring tick populations - here's how to stay safe from Lyme disease

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:03:02 GMT

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Spring's warmer weather lures people outdoors - and into possible contact with ticks that spread Lyme disease.

Already, the 2026 tick season is booming. On April 23, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that

Eleven types of cancer are on the rise in England's under 50s - these factors might explain the trend

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:45:33 GMT

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Rising cancer rates in younger adults are real, worrying and still partly unexplained.

A new analysis adds important detail for England, s

New Zealand strengthens skin cancer prevention efforts

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:15:08 GMT

WELLINGTON, April 30 (Xinhua) -- New Zealand will invest 2 million NZ dollars (1.17 million U.S. dollars) to expand its national SunSmart program, aiming to curb one of the world's highest rates of skin cancer and melanoma, a senior official said Thursday.

The government and the Cancer Society will each contribute 1 million NZ dollars for the 2026-27 fiscal year to broaden public education and prevention efforts

Roundup: Starmer "deeply concerned" about Golders Green stabbing amid rising antisemitic incidents

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:45:12 GMT

The incident occurred earlier in the day in the north-west London neighborhood, where a man armed with a knife randomly attacked Jewish pedestrians. Comm

Britain's healthcare expenditure up 3.9 pct in 2025

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:45:28 GMT

LONDON, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Britain's healthcare spending went up 3.9 percent in 2025 after adjusting for inflation, accounting for a higher share of gross domestic product (GDP) than the previous year, data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed on Wednesday.

The increase was faster than 3.8 percent in 2024, according to the ONS. It also noted that healthcare expenditure accounted for 11.4 percen

1st LD: Police declare Golders Green stabbing "terrorist incident"

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:15:04 GMT

LONDON, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The British counter-terrorism police have declared a stabbing incident in Golders Green, a north-west London neighborhood, on Wednesday a "terrorist incident."

The two victims, aged 76 and 34, suffered stab wounds and are currently in hospital, said Laurence Taylor, head of Counter Terrorism Policing at the Metropolitan Police. The suspect is a 45-year-old man, he added.

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Lebanese president says ceasefire must precede talks with Israel

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:15:22 GMT

BEIRUT, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said on Wednesday that a ceasefire must be fully implemented before negotiations with Israel begin.

"Israel must finally realize that the only path to security is through negotiations, but it must first fully implement the ceasefire before moving to talks," he said in a meeting with representatives of economic entities.

Aoun said that Israel's bo

1 Palestinian killed, 2 Israeli soldiers injured in West Bank raid

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:45:23 GMT

RAMALLAH, April 29 (Xinhua) -- A Palestinian man was killed and two Israeli soldiers wounded during an Israeli military raid early Wednesday in the town of Silwad, east of Ramallah in the West Bank, according to Palestinian and Israeli sources.

The Palestinian Ministry of Health said in a brief statement that it had been informed by the General Authority for Civil Affairs of the death of Abdel Halim Rouhi Abdel

Economic Watch: At world's largest auto show, rising fuel costs boost China's NEV opportunity

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:17:11 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Turmoil in the Middle East and the rising cost of filling a tank are giving drivers yet another reason to switch to Chinese new energy vehicles (NEVs), which are already all the rage with their competitive prices, chic designs and intelligent systems.

This shift is palpable at the world's biggest auto show, which is being held in Beijing. Sprawling across 380,000 square meters and w

U.S. embassy's air defense shoots down unidentified drone over Baghdad's Green Zone

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:15:29 GMT

BAGHDAD, April 28 (Xinhua) -- An unidentified drone was intercepted and destroyed on Tuesday evening by the defense system of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, a security source said.

The source from the Iraqi Interior Ministry told Xinhua that the embassy detected the drone and activated its C-RAM defense system, shooting down the drone in the air.

No casualties or material damage were reported following the

Interview: China vital innovation hub for Royal Philips, says CEO

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:15:06 GMT

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THE HAGUE, April 28 (Xinhua) -- China has evolved from a key market into one of the global innovation hubs for Royal Philips, thanks to China's strong capability of scale innovation, Roy Jakobs, chief executive officer (CEO) of the leading health technology company, said in a recent interview with Xinhua.

"Philips has been in China for over 100 years -- we are deeply rooted in

Red Cross official voices concern over journalists' safety in Lebanon conflict zones

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:45:07 GMT

BEIRUT, April 28 (Xinhua) -- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on Tuesday voiced deep concern over the safety of journalists in Lebanon, saying reporters covering conflict zones must be protected under international humanitarian law as Israeli attacks continued across the country.

After meeting Lebanese Information Minister Paul Morcos in Beirut, ICRC Head of Delegation in Lebanon Agnes Dhur sa

7.8 mln South Sudanese to face acute hunger during lean season: report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:45:19 GMT

JUBA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- About 7.8 million people in South Sudan are projected to face deteriorating food insecurity and acute hunger during the upcoming lean season, according to the latest United Nations-backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report released on Tuesday.

The report indicated that these people are projected to face high levels of acute food insecurity between April and July

Over 2.9 mln girls vaccinated against cervical cancer in Mozambique

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:45:18 GMT

MAPUTO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Mozambican health authorities vaccinated at least 2.9 million girls aged 12 to 18 against cervical cancer in 2025, Health Minister Ussene Isse was quoted by the Mozambique News Agency as saying on Monday.

Speaking in the southern municipality of Matola in Maputo, during the launch of the African Immunization Week, Isse said the vaccination campaign against the human papillomavirus (H

More action needed to meet 2030 hepatitis elimination targets: WHO report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:15:21 GMT

BANGKOK, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Global action against viral hepatitis has yielded tangible progress, yet the current progress is still falling short of the 2030 elimination targets, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in its latest Global Hepatitis Report 2026 released Tuesday at the World Hepatitis Summit.

The report confirmed that hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) -- together responsible f

Over half of South Sudans population faces acute hunger crisis

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Conflict and displacement are intensifying South Sudans hunger crisis, with78 million people facing high levels of acute food insecurity while 22 million children are suffering from acute malnutrition, according toa joint statementon Tuesday from UN agencies

Hunger is pushing 56 per cent of South Sudans population into high levels of acute food insecuritybetween April and July 2026, reaching Phas