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Widely used animal painkiller nimesulide banned over toxicity threat to vultures

India has banned the popular painkiller nimesulide after scientific studies confirmed that the drug had a toxic impact on vultures, an endangered species. Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug widely used to relieve pain and inflammation across the globe and in India. In a gazette notification, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation - India's official drug authority - stated that …

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The Economist

Here is a cover-length editorial on the virtues of GLP -1 receptor agonists, such as Ozempic and Wegovy. Trials show that glp -1 agonists reduce chronic kidney disease in diabetics; and there are signs they may lessen brain shrinkage and cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s. Studies of health records suggest that they may help with addictions, too; people already on glp …

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1 day, 13 hours ago

Tennessee reverses course, releases redacted execution manual with vague details

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee on Thursday released a redacted version of its newly completed execution manual, blacking out sporadic titles and team names throughout the notably trimmed-down document that now provides vague guidelines and omits previously detailed steps on carrying out the death penalty. The 44-page manual is noticeably shorter than the 2018 version the state had been operating under, …

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Karnataka urges Centre to introduce reforms in laws to ensure better monitoring of drug quality

The Hindu

Following the recent maternal deaths in Ballari district hospital, allegedly owing to the use of not of standard quality ringer lactate solution post-surgery, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has written to Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda and urged him to take the initiative for introducing legislative reform to help improve the quality of drugs not just …

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Telangana allows higher ticket prices for Game Changer movie, denies 1 a.m. benefit show with enhanced ticket rates

The Hindu

The Telangana government has approved an increase in ticket prices and additional screenings for the film Game Changer, slated for worldwide release on January 10. On the release day of the film, produced by Sri Venkateshwara Creations, theatres across the State are permitted to screen six shows, including an extra show at 4 a.m. Multiplex theatres are allowed to hike …

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1 day, 22 hours ago

Drugs & Cosmetics Act | Power To Prohibit Drug Only With Central Govt; Trade Can't Be Restricted Without Notification U/S 26A : Supreme Court

Live Law

The Supreme Court recently set aside the orders of the Allahabad High Court which upheld the decision of a District Magistrate in restricting the trade of 'aromatic tincture of cardamom' on grounds that it has a high level of alcohol content and therefore is a prohibited article under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and …

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Fancy cars, drugs, white girls: Pattern of UK grooming gangs explained in 5 points

India Today

The thousands of horror stories of underage girls being sexually exploited in the UK by grooming gangs of Pakistani-origin men had a set of keywords -- fancy cars, young white girls, alcohol and drugs, gang-rapes and death threats. But what was the pattern in the widespread sexual abuse of thousands of white girls by grooming gangs in the cities of …

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Takeshi Ebisawa: Alleged Yakuza leader admits trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar

CNN

CNN — An alleged leader from Japan’s Yakuza crime syndicates has pleaded guilty to trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar as part of a global web of trades in drugs, weapons and laundered cash, according to the US Department of Justice. During an undercover investigation by the US Drug Enforcement Administration in 2021, Takeshi Ebisawa tried to sell the materials – …

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Mexico’s President Sheinbaum offers sarcastic response to Trump’s ‘Gulf of America’ comment

Associated Press

MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum responded sarcastically on Wednesday to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. The exchange has started to answer a larger question lingering over the bilateral relationship between the two regional powers: How would newly elected Sheinbaum handle Trump’s strong-handed diplomatic approach, …

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2 days, 16 hours ago

No, Parents Didn't Spend Child Tax Credit Money On Drugs, Study Finds

Huff Post

WASHINGTON – Parents who received monthly child tax credit payments in 2021 didn’t spend the extra cash on drugs, according to a new study that contradicts a top talking point against the payments. “He said he’s gotten phone calls from one grandmother specifically talking about her crackhead daughter ― he used the word crackhead three times ― talking about her …

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2 days, 17 hours ago

'In Reality, Clinical Trials Conducted In Poorer Countries' : Supreme Court In PIL Against Multinational Pharma Companies

Live Law

In a PIL raising the issue of multinational pharmaceutical companies picking up poor people in India as "guinea pigs" for clinical drug trials, the Union informed the Supreme Court today that the Drugs and Clinical Trial Rules, 2019 substantially address the concerns of the petitioners and the matter has become infructuous. Urging that submissions have been filed regarding clinical trials …

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Clinical trials of medicines often done in poor countries: Supreme Court

The Hindu

Observing clinical trials of medicines and vaccines were often carried out in poor countries, the Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed a petitioner to file submissions and objections to the rules framed by the Centre on the issue. A bench comprising Justices Hrishikesh Roy and S.V.N Bhatti considered the submissions of Centre's Additional Solicitor General Archana Pathak Dave who said rules …

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MGMGH moots proposal to develop oncology block in Tiruchi

The Hindu

Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital would be able to treat cancer patients more effectively if a dedicated oncology block is established within Tiruchi, authorities have said. A fully equipped separate block is required to take care of cancer patients,” S. Kumaravel, Dean, K.A.P. Dr. Kumaravel said that since a regional cancer centre attached to the Thanjavur Medical College Hospital is …

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Notorious Karen's Diner where staff were deliberately cruel to customers is set to rebrand as 'the rudest Indian restaurant in the world' - four months after shutting most UK branches

Daily Mail

The infamously rude restaurant is rebranding with an 'Asian twist' The UK restaurant known for being deliberately cruel to customers is planning to rebrand as the 'rudest Indian restaurant in the world' after folding earlier this year. The infamous eatery - formerly an American style diner - hopes to transform existing Indian restaurants into a theatrical dining experience rebranding venues …

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2025's wellness revolution: From AI to longevity, what's next in health?

India Today

Well, goodbye to the festive season and hello to a rejuvenated 2025. In this year's landscape, there are going to be more innovative, holistic approaches to diet and nutrition — from natural alternatives to popular weight loss medications to customized plans for nutrition. These plant compounds are believed to mimic the effects of GLP-1 hormones, potentially offering similar benefits to …

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Singer Liam Payne's drug supplier surrenders to police: Report

India Today

On October 16, 2024, former One Direction member Liam Payne tragically fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, raising numerous questions about the circumstances leading to his death. In the latest turn of events, a hotel employee accused of supplying drugs to Payne has surrendered to the Argentine police. Pereyra was suspended from his job at the CasaSur Palermo …

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Retatrutide outperforms Ozempic in weight loss, new study finds

India Today

The new experimental weight loss drug, Retatrutide, is showing promising results. The Study Findings Researchers from McGill University reviewed 26 clinical trials involving nearly 15,500 participants to assess the effectiveness of various weight loss drugs for obese adults without diabetes. In comparison, semaglutide, the active ingredient in popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, showed a weight loss of up to …

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Trump team resurfaces plans to designate Mexican cartels as terror organizations

CNN

Washington CNN — President-elect Donald Trump’s team is discussing plans to designate Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations, according to three sources familiar with the discussions, bringing back an idea that failed to come to fruition during his first term in office. Sources told CNN it’s unclear whether Trump would move to designate selected Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations on …

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Georgia governor seeks to spend hundreds of millions more on prisons

Associated Press

Brian Kemp is proposing a big burst of new spending on Georgia’s prisons, including planning another new correctional facility and launching an extensive renovation program. The spending plan calls for another $47 million to furnish that prison, atop the $451 million that lawmakers approved last year to build the structure, which would house offenders one to a cell. Oliver told …

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3 days, 12 hours ago

Paris Jackson Celebrates 5 Years Being 'Clean And Sober'

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Paris Jackson, the only daughter of the late Michael Jackson, is celebrating being “clean and sober” for five years. Dubbing herself an “alcoholic and a heroin addict,” the singer-songwriter captioned her post, “Today marks 5 years clean & sober from all drugs and alcohol. It’s because I’m sober that I get to smile today.” Alongside her caption, …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

Florida grand jury investigating COVID-19 vaccines finds no evidence of criminal activity

Associated Press

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A statewide grand jury convened at the request of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to investigate “any and all wrongdoing” concerning COVID-19 vaccines did not find any evidence of criminal activity, according to a report unsealed on Tuesday. On the contrary, there are profound and serious issues involving the process of vaccine development and safety surveillance in the …

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Drive against banned tobacco products to continue in Coimbatore

The Hindu

The Coimbatore City Police will intensify the drive against prohibited tobacco products in 2025. Officials said that the new City Police Commissioner A. Saravana Sundar has instructed to give special focus on curbing the circulation of banned tobacco products and drugs in the city. According to the city police, 659 cases were registered under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products …

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3 days, 19 hours ago

NDPS Act Doesn't Bar Interim Release Of Seized Vehicle Pending Disposal Of Criminal Case : Supreme Court

Live Law

The Supreme Court today held that the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 doesn't prohibit the interim release of vehicles which are seized for allegedly transporting contraband. “This Court is further of the opinion that there is no specific bar/restriction under the provisions of the NDPS Act for return of any seized vehicle used for transporting narcotic drug or …

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3 days, 23 hours ago

Russian model linked to Chelsea's failed drugs test star Mykhailo Mudryk 'DUMPS HIM' - and jets off on holiday with an ex-Premier League rival

Daily Mail

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is facing more misery after reportedly being dumped by a Russian model. In the meantime, Mudryk has been linked to Russian fitness model Violetta Bert, although they have never gone public with their romance. Mykhailo Mudryk, who is currently suspended from football after failing a drugs test, has reportedly been dumped Russian model Violetta Bert is …

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Widely used animal painkiller nimesulide banned over toxicity threat to vultures

Design an Economist cover

Tennessee reverses course, releases redacted execution manual with vague details

Karnataka urges Centre to introduce reforms in laws to ensure better monitoring of drug quality

Telangana allows higher ticket prices for Game Changer movie, denies 1 a.m. benefit show with enhanced ticket rates

Drugs & Cosmetics Act | Power To Prohibit Drug Only With Central Govt; Trade Can't Be Restricted Without Notification U/S 26A : Supreme Court

Fancy cars, drugs, white girls: Pattern of UK grooming gangs explained in 5 points

Takeshi Ebisawa: Alleged Yakuza leader admits trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar

Mexico’s President Sheinbaum offers sarcastic response to Trump’s ‘Gulf of America’ comment

No, Parents Didn't Spend Child Tax Credit Money On Drugs, Study Finds

'In Reality, Clinical Trials Conducted In Poorer Countries' : Supreme Court In PIL Against Multinational Pharma Companies

Clinical trials of medicines often done in poor countries: Supreme Court

MGMGH moots proposal to develop oncology block in Tiruchi

Notorious Karen's Diner where staff were deliberately cruel to customers is set to rebrand as 'the rudest Indian restaurant in the world' - four months after shutting most UK branches

2025's wellness revolution: From AI to longevity, what's next in health?

Singer Liam Payne's drug supplier surrenders to police: Report

Retatrutide outperforms Ozempic in weight loss, new study finds

Trump team resurfaces plans to designate Mexican cartels as terror organizations

Georgia governor seeks to spend hundreds of millions more on prisons

Paris Jackson Celebrates 5 Years Being 'Clean And Sober'

Florida grand jury investigating COVID-19 vaccines finds no evidence of criminal activity

Drive against banned tobacco products to continue in Coimbatore

NDPS Act Doesn't Bar Interim Release Of Seized Vehicle Pending Disposal Of Criminal Case : Supreme Court

Russian model linked to Chelsea's failed drugs test star Mykhailo Mudryk 'DUMPS HIM' - and jets off on holiday with an ex-Premier League rival