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Azerbaijan Blames Russia for Plane Crash and Rebukes Kremlin
The leader of Azerbaijan criticized the Russian response to the crash of a passenger jet that Azerbaijani officials said had most likely been hit by Russian air defenses.The New York Times - 14h -
What the ‘year of democracy’ taught us, in 6 charts
The billions who voted in 2024 sent an angry message to incumbents, and warmed to populists on left and rightFinancial Times - 17h -
Inside a Sinaloa Cartel Fentanyl Lab in Mexico
New York Times reporters witnessed the dangerous fentanyl production process inside a secret lab in Culiacán run by Mexico’s most powerful criminal syndicate.The New York Times - 1d -
15 bodies found in Mexican region plagued by drug cartel violence
Mexico's cartel-related violence is concentrated in or along drug trafficking routes, borders and ports of entry.CBS News - 1d -
Specialty Board Certification Error Causes Headaches for Doctors
This is a MedPage Today story. Some doctors had a sleepless night when the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology's (ABPN) online certification program locked them out earlier than the ...ABC News - 2d -
Should bar be lower for starting pitchers in Hall of Fame? What Mark Buehrle, Andy Pettitte's cases tell us
Modern starting pitchers simply don't have the chance to rack up counting stats anymoreCBS Sports - 8h -
Week 17 Care/Don't Care: Unlike Vikings, Packers' lack of a true WR1 hurts them when it matters most
Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon delivers his takes for the final action of Week 17.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
Global happiness study aims to solve mystery of what gives us a boost
Existing evidence is dominated by western regions but researchers want to find out whether benefits are the same around the world. The science of happiness has spawned hundreds of thousands of ...The Guardian - 1d -
These Are The 7 Things Stroke Doctors Say You Should Never, Ever Do
Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. But there are ways you can lower your risk.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
What five gold rings found in 2024 tell us about UK's past
A treasure expert says a carol reminds her of her job, which involves looking at lots of gold rings.BBC News - 1d -
Here's what's in a longevity doctor's colorful, nutrient-dense salad: It's 'a vibrant blend' that keeps you healthy and feeling good
Getting a healthy serving of fruits and vegetables in your diet is vital for longevity. Here's how a longevity doctor spruces up her salads.CNBC - 2d -
We all love TV show The Traitors … what does that say about us?
As the scheming show returns for a third series, its appeal to millions worldwide suggests everyone has a wicked side. For the benefit of the uninitiated, The Traitors is a BBC One game show ...The Guardian - 2d -
Don't blame insurers for what doctor and hospital cartels did to US health care
This much is clear: simply siphoning taxpayer or insurer money to inflate wages will not alone solve our healthcare woes.The Hill - 2d -
Most Americans partly blame high insurance profits for UnitedHealthcare CEO killing: Poll
Nearly 7 in 10 Americans think that profits made by health insurance companies had either a great deal or moderate amount of responsibility for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson ...The Hill - 2d -
Quiz of the Year, Part 3: What popular phrase did this TikToker coin in 2024?
Test your memory of 2024 in our four-part Christmas quiz. What happened in June, August and September?BBC News - 2d -
FDA says the Zepbound shortage is over. Here’s what that means for compounding pharmacies, patients who used off-brand versions
The decision will largely prevent compounding pharmacies from making and selling compounded versions of the drug in the next two to three months.CNBC - 3d -
Many believe US healthcare industry was to blame in CEO killing, poll reveals
Americans point to coverage denials and steep profits from insurance industry after Brian Thompson’s killing. In a new poll , more than two-thirds of respondents said they believed denials of ...The Guardian - 3d -
What happens if you don't pay credit card debt that's in collections?
There could be repercussions for not paying credit card debt that's gone into collections. Here's what they are.CBS News - 3d -
‘Who knows what they’re going to do?’: US cannabis industry braces itself for Trump administration
The industry looks back wistfully on a past year of promise but little delivery, and wonders what next under Trump. For those awaiting the end of cannabis prohibition in the US, 2024 began on a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Mexico Worries Trump Will Order U.S. Strikes Against Drug Cartels
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is fighting organized crime to blunt criticism from the incoming U.S. administration.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Telehealth Technology Taught Me to Be a Better Doctor
I was once intensely skeptical that telehealth could offer good medicine. I was wrong.The New York Times - 3d -
'Would he have lived?' When insurance companies deny cancer care to patients
Health insurance company interference is rising, an NBC News investigation found. Doctors say the stakes are highest in cancer care, where delays can be the difference between life and death.NBC News - 3d -
Can Europe switch to a ‘wartime mindset’? Take it from us in Ukraine: here is what that means | Oleksandr Mykhed
Buy a power bank and write a will. You’ll need a ‘bug-out bag’ packed and ready to go. In Kyiv, we’ve learned how to survive Russia’s hybrid warfare. Day 1,024 of the invasion. Kyiv, 7am. Friday ...The Guardian - 3d -
What gaming really tells us about the human condition
From Mesopotamia to our kitchen tables, our love affair with games is undiminishedFinancial Times - 3d -
How Mexican Cartels Test Fentanyl on Vulnerable People and Animals
A global crackdown on fentanyl has led cartels to innovate production methods and test their risky formulas on people, as well as rabbits and chickens.The New York Times - 3d -
Haiti’s health minister loses his job after a deadly gang attack on a hospital in the capital
Government officials tell The Associated Press that Haiti’s health minister has been removed from his post after a deadly gang attack on the largest public hospital in the capital, Port-au-PrinceABC News - 4d -
In Some Doctors’ Offices, the Weigh-In Is No Longer Required
It may be a longstanding practice, but critics say routine weight measurements are driving some patients away from care.The New York Times - 4d -
Experts warn of mental health risks after rise in magic mushroom use
Reports that psilocybin can help some mental health conditions has led to increase in recreational use, which carries risks. Magic mushrooms are rapidly growing in popularity, sparking a ...The Guardian - 5d -
Hamas and Israel blame each other for ceasefire delay
The Palestinian militant group Hamas and Israel traded blame over their failure to conclude a ceasefire agreement despite recent progress reported by both sides.NBC News - 5d -
King Charles III Has Special Christmas Message for Health Care Workers
King Charles’ Christmas remarks were recorded at Fitzrovia Chapel in London.Inc. - 5d -
What Keeps Us Going
Times Opinion staffers share how they escaped it all this year.The New York Times - 5d -
Former US President Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after flu
The 42nd president was admitted to hospital on Monday for tests and observation after developing a fever.BBC News - 6d -
Renters vs. homeowners insurance: Key differences explained
Renters and homeowners need different types of insurance coverage to adequately protect their homes.CBS News - 6d -
How to find the most affordable car insurance
Auto insurance costs are rising, but drivers can still find affordable car insurance with the help of these tips.CBS News - 6d -
Biden signs defense bill, despite ban on transgender health care for military kids
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.CBS News - 6d -
I’m ashamed of what I said about Blake Lively. Her allegations should shock us all | Laura Snapes
A complaint filed by the actor against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni paints a disturbing picture – and suggests the public is far too easily fooled . “She’s really giving throwback ...The Guardian - 6d -
Biden signs defense bill despite objections to ban on transgender health care for military children
President Joe Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law despite his objections to language banning transgender health care for military childrenABC News - 6d -
Biden signs defense bill despite objections to ban on transgender health care for military children
Biden said his administration strongly opposes the provision because it targets a group based on gender identity and “interferes with parents’ roles to determine the best care for their children.” ...NBC News - 6d -
Money for 9/11 Health Care Was Dropped from Year-End Spending Bill
A plan to ensure long-term funding to address health needs stemming from the terrorist attacks fell to the wayside after President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk objected to a bipartisan budget ...The New York Times - 6d -
Health Care Costs Are a Nightmare for Small Businesses—and They’re Going Up in 2025
Some business leaders say providing employees with health care coverage is a “nightmare,” while others forgo it entirely. Here’s how you can minimize your costs in the months ahead.Inc. - Dec. 23
