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Medically-assisted deaths in Canada reach record high
According to data released Wednesday by Health Canada, about 4.7% of Canadians who died in 2023 received MAID, or Medical Assistance in Dying.CBS News - 6h -
Nancy Pelosi injured, undergoing medical evaluation in Luxembourg
Democratic Rep. Nancy Pelosi, 84, was hospitalized while abroad on a congressional delegation, her office said on Friday.ABC News - 6h -
Relief for thousands of families burdened by crushing medical debt
After NBC's reporting on a large hospital system that placed liens on homes of patients who owed medical debt, the company removed the liens and canceled judgments against thousands of patients. ...NBC News - 1d -
Coffee prices hit 47-year record high after challenging growing season
Arabica coffee sold for $3.44 a pound on the global market earlier this week, beating the prior record high of $3.35 set in 1977.The Hill - 1d -
Egg prices may soon 'flirt with record highs,' supplier says. Here's why.
It’s déjà vu for grocery shoppers, as the price of those Grade A eggs has spiked in recent months, just two years after egg prices soared to record highs.NBC News - 1d -
Egg prices may soon ‘flirt with record highs,' supplier says. Here's why
Egg prices are spiking again due to a bird flu outbreak and high consumer demand.CNBC - 1d -
Coffee prices hit record high after challenging growing season
Higher coffee prices could be brewing for consumers as the global coffee market smashed a 47-year record.The Hill - 1d -
Tesla’s market cap soars by $240 billion amid stock’s win streak to record highs
Tesla’s stock rises six-day win streak to its first record close in three years, providing a $235.5 billion boost to its market cap in the process.MarketWatch - 1d -
Flu vaccines drop among kids despite record deaths last year: CDC
Fewer children in the U.S. have gotten a flu vaccine in 2024 compared to last year, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of Nov. 30, about 36 ...The Hill - 1d -
Canada’s rate of medically assisted deaths rises to record high
Roughly 96% of deaths by euthanasia in 2023 were for those with a terminal condition, as growth in overall cases slows. A growing share of deaths in Canada are from euthanasia, but the vast ...The Guardian - 1d -
Some jury trials may be scrapped in England and Wales as court backlog hits record high
Review led by Sir Brian Leveson will consider creating ‘intermediate courts’ heard by judge in bid to speed up trials. Courts in crisis – what it means for claimants, the accused and justice ...The Guardian - 1d -
Fewer children are getting flu shots as pediatric deaths from the virus hit record high
Even though a record number of kids died from the flu last year, the percentage of children going without flu shots continues to plummet, according to new CDC data.NBC News - 1d -
Canada euthanasia now accounts for nearly one in 20 deaths
For the first time, the annual report delved into race and ethnic data of those who underwent assisted dying.BBC News - 1d -
Alphabet and Tesla reach fresh records, joining Amazon and Meta and pushing Nasdaq past 20,000
Tesla topped its 2021 peak on Wednesday and Alphabet hit a record for the first time since July, as four of tech's seven megacaps closed at all-time highs.CNBC - 2d -
Tesla shares close at record high, boosted by 69% pop since Trump election victory
Tesla's stock topped its 2021 high on Wednesday, as investor optimism increases heading into Donald Trump's return to the White House.CNBC - 2d -
Rantanen records hat trick in 600th game and adds two assists as the Avalanche drill Pittsburgh 6-2
Mikko Rantanen collected his 10th career hat trick and added two assists as the Colorado Avalanche beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-2ABC News - 2d -
Nurse makes pricey medical shirts for patients for free
A common clothing item for cancer patients is a port shirt, which allows for easy access to the patient's chest for chemotherapy treatment. But they can cost over $100. So, nurse Whitney Carpenter ...CBS News - 3d -
Dengue cases set a new record in the Americas this year as deaths also surge
Dengue fever is sweeping across the Caribbean and the Americas, with a record 12.6 million suspected cases of the mosquito-transmitted virus reported this year, nearly triple the number from last yearABC News - 3d -
Dengue cases set a new record in the Americas this year as deaths also surge
Dengue fever is sweeping across the Caribbean and the Americas, with a record 12.6 million suspected cases of the mosquito-transmitted virus reported this year, nearly triple the number from last yearABC News - 3d -
McConnell receives medical attention after falling
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) received medical attention after falling following a Republican lunch meeting Tuesday. A spokesman for McConnell said the GOP leader tripped after the ...The Hill - 3d -
Coffee drinkers face price rises as costs on global markets hit record high
Price for arabica beans tops $3.44 a pound, while cost of robusta beans almost doubles this year. Your morning caffeine hit could become even pricier in the new year after the cost of coffee ...The Guardian - 3d -
Trump trolls Trudeau as Canada 'governor'
President-elect Trump mocked Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, calling him the "governor" of the "Great State of Canada." "It was a pleasure to have dinner the other night with Governor ...The Hill - 3d -
Sony Shares Top Record Closing High
The Japanese company’s shares climbed to a new record close, driven by growing hopes for its games segment and other entertainment businesses.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
High Pacific surface temperatures fuel record warm year
Unusually hot seas lead to more rain, causing flooding in many parts of the worldFinancial Times - 4d -
Medical emergency at Ipswich in Bournemouth loss
Ipswich Town have confirmed a "medical emergency" occurred in their directors box at Portman Road during their defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday.ESPN - 5d -
Hamilton 'finished on a high' with Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton says he is happy his time with Mercedes "finished on a high" after "a really turbulent year".BBC News - 5d -
In Congo, a Medical Mystery Offers Clues to the Mpox Epidemic
In a remote Congolese town, a medical mystery led to the discovery of alarming changes in the mpox virus and, eventually, to a global health emergency.The New York Times - 6d -
Evan Mobley scores career-high 41 points, helping Cavs maintain NBA's best record with win over Hornets
Mobley outscored the Hornets by himself in the first quarter.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Mexico and Canada are shadowboxing for Trump's favor
Mexico and Canada are competing for President-elect Trump’s favor ahead of his Jan. 20 inauguration, each trying to make their case as the more essential North American ally. But both Canadian ...The Hill - 6d -
'Hometown hero' Head reaches century
Watch the moment "hometown hero" Travis Head reaches his eighth Test century for Australia in the second Test against India in Adelaide.BBC News - 6d -
Scott Burt Taking Medical Leave Of Absence
The Rapid City Rush head coach and general manager is stepping back to focus on a recent health issue.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
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Average house price hits record high of £298,083
The UK's largest mortgage lender said the average house price hit £298,083 last month.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Blackpool assistant Agnew charged with misconduct
Blackpool assistant manager Steve Agnew is charged with misconduct by The FA after being red-carded in his side's win at Shrewsbury Town.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
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Whooping cough cases hit record highs across the U.S.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the alarming rise in whooping cough cases.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
The U.S. may have reached 'the high-water mark' in tensions with China, Jim Cramer says
CNBC's Jim Cramer wondered how President-elect Donald Trump's relationship with Tesla CEO Elon Musk will affect his administration's approach to China.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Thomas Kingston took life after reaction to medication
The husband of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent's daughter died from a head injury in February.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Gold hit record highs this year as real yields climbed. Here’s why the rally is so unusual.
A gold rush by central banks could help lift prices as high as $2,900 by the end of 2025, Wells Fargo Investment Institute said.MarketWatch - Dec. 2
