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McKinsey & Company to pay $650 million for role in opioid crisis

NPR

McKinsey & Company to pay $650 million for role in opioid crisis Drew Angerer/Getty Images; Fabrice Coffrini/AFP via Getty Images; Charles Krupa/AP Photo/AFP The global consulting firm McKinsey and Company Friday agreed to pay $650 million to settle a federal probe into its role in helping "turbocharge" sales of the highly addictive opioid painkiller OxyContin for Purdue Pharma, the U.S. …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Elton John thinks that legalizing marijuana was a bad move

Salon

In his autobiography "Me" and various interviews, Elton John has openly discussed his past struggles with addiction, detailing how his use of cocaine and alcohol in the '70s and '80s negatively affected his life and relationships. Having sought treatment, he's been sober since 1990, becoming a vocal advocate for addiction recovery and turning his back on substances in such a …

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1 week, 5 days ago

In Biden administration’s final days, FDA advances proposal to set a nicotine limit on tobacco products

CNN

CNN — As the Biden administration winds down, the US Food and Drug Administration has submitted a proposed rule that could significantly lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products and potentially prompt more people to quit smoking. “A proposed product standard to establish a maximum nicotine level to reduce the addictiveness of cigarettes and certain combusted tobacco products, when …

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2 weeks ago

Bose's Wacky Open Earbuds Won Over My Reluctant Heart

Wired

I’m not too proud to admit when I’m wrong. But Bose’s lavishly addictive Ultra Open Earbuds have made me a believer. From audio sunglasses like the Meta Ray-Bans to pulsing bone conductors like the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2, there’s a flurry of gadgets designed to keep your ears open and attuned to your environment even as you blast your favorite …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

If you loved Rivals, you need to watch these 5 addictive TV shows

The Independent

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Now, Cooper has garnered a whole new generation of fans, thanks to Disney+’s TV adaptation of Rivals, …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Prince Harry and wife Meghan Markle have no plans of returning to the UK—here’s why

Live Mint

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly have no plans of “permanently returning” to the UK. Prince Harry said that staying in the US allows him to do things he "undoubtedly wouldn’t be able to do in the UK," reported LBC.co, a UK-based media outlet. The Duke of Sussex added that instead of returning to the UK, he wanted to focus …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Is sitting the new smoking?

ABC

Tegan Taylor: So Norman, this is usually a time when I would ask you a question about your personal life, but I want to instead ask you a work-related question. Norman Swan: Okay… Tegan Taylor: I want to know how many times in the last decade you reckon you've done a story on sitting being the new smoking? Tegan Taylor: …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

What Does Neuroscience Reveal About the Addictive Nature of Love?

The Hindu

Published : Dec 03, 2024 18:51 IST - 5 MINS READ A breakup or the loss of a loved one can feel like you are in withdrawal. “Basically, we carve out maps of brain areas for different types of love,” said Pärttyli Rinne, Aalto University in Finland, who led the study. The researchers found that the brain recruited different regions …

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3 weeks ago

Supreme Court wrestles with FDA’s attempt to curb access to flavored vapes

CNN

CNN — The Supreme Court on Monday pressed the Food and Drug Administration on whether it followed the law in its effort to keep flavored e-cigarettes off shelves, weighing a lawsuit from a multibillion-dollar industry that has come under scrutiny because its products are popular with school-aged children. At issue were a series of denials during the first year of …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

How will social media ban be implemented?

ABC

Rachel Mealey: Well after a busy week in Canberra, the nation's federal politicians are returning to their electorates for the summer break ahead of next year's looming election. Among them was the government's headline-making social media ban for under 16s. Now that the social media ban bill has passed, the social media platforms have 12 months to work out how …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Massachusetts lawmakers push for an effort to ban all tobacco sales over time

Associated Press

BOSTON — A handful of Massachusetts lawmakers are hoping to persuade their colleagues to support a proposal that would make the state the first to adopt a ban meant to eliminate the use of tobacco products over time. Other locations have weighed similar “generational tobacco bans,” which phase out the use of tobacco products based not just on a person’s …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Like a warm hug from home': The addictive love cake only baked at Christmas

BBC

'Like a warm hug from home': The addictive love cake only baked at Christmas Dhayanie Williams Fruity, nutty and slightly tangy, this deliciously rich, spiced cake symbolises love and affection – and making it is a true labour of love. Sri Lankan-born chef Dhayanie Williams – a media personality and MasterChef Australia contestant – says that love cake has a …

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1 month ago

MicroStrategy's Infinite Money Glitch Won’t Last

Bloomberg

“Overheated” is how short-sellers Citron Research described MicroStrategy Inc. on Thursday. That somehow understates the hype surrounding company founder Michael Saylor’s laser-eyed bet on Bitcoin using capital-market funding, which has fueled MicroStrategy’s stock-price rise of over 600% this year. MicroStrategy’s core gameplay loop goes something like this: Tap debt and equity markets to raise cash, spend that cash on Bitcoin, …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Australia's oldest jockey retires

ABC

Rachel Mealey: Australia's oldest jockey is hanging up his saddle after more than five decades. At 71, Keith Ballard has finally decided to retire, but he's got one more race left in him. Emily Dobson: After a chat with his wife, Denise Ballard, herself a former jockey and current trainer, Mr Ballard says he's ready to hang up the saddle …

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1 month, 1 week ago

George Conway Pinpoints 'Disturbing' Reason He's Not Taking Trump Win 'As Badly'

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING George Conway talked about the “blame game” and finger-pointing from Democrats as they try to figure out how President-elect Donald Trump so decisively defeated their candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election. “But the disturbing thing about this election is what isn’t new and that’s sort of maybe it’s why I’m not taking this as …

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1 month, 1 week ago

How early, unsupervised social media exposure harms children

India Today

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese, on November 7, announced that children under the age of 16 will be banned from using social media as part of efforts to protect the mental health of the young. Several child and teen suicides or accidents have been recorded globally due to following social media trends, such as the ice bucket challenge, planking, blue …

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Australia's social media ban for kids finds favour among Indian parents & others

Hindustan Times

Sapna Trivedi, a student of Class 12, spends at least three hours a day on Instagram despite knowing about its many pitfalls. Australia-based dentist Abhinav Sharma, the father of an 11-year-old girl, says social media has encouraged unhealthy competition among children. Parents argue that social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube and X, are addictive in nature and impact children's decision-making, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australia's social media ban for kids finds favour among Indian parents, influencers

Hindustan Times

Sapna Trivedi, a student of Class 12, spends at least three hours a day on Instagram despite knowing about its many pitfalls. Australia-based dentist Abhinav Sharma, the father of an 11-year-old girl, says social media has encouraged unhealthy competition among children. Parents argue that social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube and X, are addictive in nature and impact children's decision-making, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

NYT Connections Today: See hints and answers for November 9, 2024

Hindustan Times

Ready to put your brain to the test? Ideal for puzzle fans and anyone looking to sharpen their mental skills, Connections offers a fun and rewarding way to engage your mind. How to Play NYT Connections In Connections, your challenge is to sort 16 words into four groups, each tied to a unique theme. NYT Connections Hints for November 9 …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harry and Meghan have 'turned back the clock' with 'an homage to their Royal days', body language expert says - as Meghan looks 'less assertive' in new anti-violence video

Daily Mail

Prince Harry and Meghan 'turned back the clock' with 'an homage to their Royal days' a new video message released today, a body language expert has said. Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, both wore dark blazers with poppy pins fastened on their lapels, in a video message about online violence against children The Sussexes' last official appearance together was in …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Woman among five arrested for smuggling crystal meth in Chennai

India Today

Four men and a woman were arrested by the Esplanade Police in Chennai for smuggling drugs. The police found two of the men carrying methamphetamine, commonly known as meth or crystal meth, leading to their arrest. Routine questioning raised suspicion among the police as the two men were unable to provide coherent, clear answers. The Chennai police, on October 24, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Junior Kupanna opens JK Select in Chennai offering traditional dishes with a twist and a relaxed dining experience

The Hindu

Chennai is home to many legacy restaurants. We want to retain diners within the brand by offering them the upscale food and experience they enjoy at other restaurants,” says Balachandar R, the chain’s executive director. This vision comes alive with dishes like Madurai mutton momos and chicken chukka spring rolls. “We still have traditional dishes like Pallipalayam chicken and Madurai …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Courteney Cox reveals Jennifer Aniston's secret to keeping home smelling good

Daily Mail

Courteney Cox has revealed how her best friend Jennifer Aniston keeps her home smelling so good. Courteney Cox revealed Jennifer Aniston keeps her home smelling good with her line of a candle from her own home goods line, Homecourt; pictured 2018 'Grounded, mysterious and addictive - our founder's signature,' the description reads. It's no surprise Jennifer is supporting Courteney's business …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trans-border drug racket busted, three held with 1kg ‘ice’, 1kg heroin

Hindustan Times

Amritsar :The Amritsar commissionerate police have busted a trans-border narcotic smuggling racket with the arrest of three drug smugglers with 1kg ‘ice’ and 1kg heroin, said Punjab director general of police Gaurav Yadav on Wednesday. The Amritsar commissionerate police have busted a trans-border narcotic smuggling racket with the arrest of three drug smugglers with 1kg ‘ice’ and 1kg heroin, said …

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McKinsey & Company to pay $650 million for role in opioid crisis

Elton John thinks that legalizing marijuana was a bad move

In Biden administration’s final days, FDA advances proposal to set a nicotine limit on tobacco products

Bose's Wacky Open Earbuds Won Over My Reluctant Heart

If you loved Rivals, you need to watch these 5 addictive TV shows

Prince Harry and wife Meghan Markle have no plans of returning to the UK—here’s why

Is sitting the new smoking?

What Does Neuroscience Reveal About the Addictive Nature of Love?

Supreme Court wrestles with FDA’s attempt to curb access to flavored vapes

How will social media ban be implemented?

Massachusetts lawmakers push for an effort to ban all tobacco sales over time

'Like a warm hug from home': The addictive love cake only baked at Christmas

MicroStrategy's Infinite Money Glitch Won’t Last

Australia's oldest jockey retires

George Conway Pinpoints 'Disturbing' Reason He's Not Taking Trump Win 'As Badly'

How early, unsupervised social media exposure harms children

Australia's social media ban for kids finds favour among Indian parents & others

Australia's social media ban for kids finds favour among Indian parents, influencers

NYT Connections Today: See hints and answers for November 9, 2024

Harry and Meghan have 'turned back the clock' with 'an homage to their Royal days', body language expert says - as Meghan looks 'less assertive' in new anti-violence video

Woman among five arrested for smuggling crystal meth in Chennai

Junior Kupanna opens JK Select in Chennai offering traditional dishes with a twist and a relaxed dining experience

Courteney Cox reveals Jennifer Aniston's secret to keeping home smelling good

Trans-border drug racket busted, three held with 1kg ‘ice’, 1kg heroin