People who experienced disrupted access to healthcare (including appointments and procedures) during the covid-19 pandemic were more likely to have potentially preventable hospital admissions, finds a study published by The BMJ today. This is the first study to examine the impact of disruption on health outcomes using individual level longitudinal data, and the researchers say reducing the backlog from covid-19 disruption is vital to tackle the short and long term implications of the pandemic. The covid-19 pandemic created unprecedented disruption to healthcare in the UK.

https://www.miragenews.com/pandemic-disrupts-healthcare-leads-to-avoidable-1050246/

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Women connect with one another at the second annual luncheon. Photos courtesy of the Southwestern Vermont Chamber and Lorianna Weathers Photography. Vermont Business Magazine The Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Berkshire Bank, hosted over 130 attendees, mostly women, at the second annual Women In Leadership Luncheon at the Inn at Manchester's Celebration Barn in Manchester, Vermont on Wednesday, May 17th. The luncheon highlighted the many women leaders in the Southwestern region of Vermont, while creating connections, partnerships and networking opportunities with those in attendance.

https://vermontbiz.com/news/2023/may/20/women-leadership-luncheon-attended-over-130-manchester

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CEBU CITY, Philippines—Civilians who wish to apply for exemption from the election gun ban, which will take effect on August 28 to November 29, 2023, may now register online. This was announced by Commission on Elections in Central Visayas (Comelec-7) director Atty. Lionel Castillano. Castillano said since June 5, 2023, Comelec 7 has already started accommodating applications for gun ban exemptions. 'Katong mga sibilyan nga gusto mo apply sa exemption, adto lang sa Comelec website at comelec.gov.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/511363/comelec-starts-accepting-application-for-gun-ban-exemption

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Danish toy giant bridles over Zuru's desire to call its knock-off product ‘compatible' with Lego. Classic Lego bricks. Phalanxes of lawyers, mounds of paperwork, and a lengthy 12-day trial kicked off in the Auckland High Court this morning, as two of the world's biggest toy firms go head to head over children's building bricks. At issue is the fact Zuru, founded by the New Zealand-born and bred NBR Lister Want to read more? It's easy. Choose your best value subscription option Get two weeks free access to NBR's Premium Online Subscription, which includes full access to all of NBR's great content on any device.

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Sri Lankan veteran Lasith Malinga will return to the Indian Premier League as a fast bowling coach for Rajasthan Royals, the franchise announced yesterday.

https://www.gulf-times.com/story/711580/Malinga-roped-in-as-fast-bowling-coach-by-Royals

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Leap Therapeutics ( NASDAQ:LPTX – Get Rating ) is scheduled to be releasing its earnings data on Friday, March 10th. Leap Therapeutics Stock Down 5.9 % Leap Therapeutics stock traded down $0.03 on Thursday, hitting $0.47. The company's stock had a trading volume of 438,464 shares, compared to its average volume of 764,233. The firm has a market cap of $46.54 million, a P/E ratio of -1.00 and a beta of 0.75. The company has a fifty day moving average price of $0.57 and a 200-day moving average price of $0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/03/09/leap-therapeutics-lptx-to-release-earnings-on-friday.html

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MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed concerned government agencies to formulate 'a comprehensive response' to help Filipino 'comfort women.' The Presidential Communication Office (PCO) said Saturday that Marcos gave the instruction after a report from the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) reveals that the Philippine government failed to assist the 'Malaya Lolas,' who, as young girls and women, were forced into sexual slavery as the Japanese occupied the Philippines during World War II.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1768747/bongbong-marcos-asks-govt-agencies-to-draw-up-aid-for-ph-comfort-women

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Euroapi S.A. ( OTCMKTS:EAPIF – Get Free Report ) was the recipient of a large drop in short interest in the month of June. As of June 30th, there was short interest totalling 1,500 shares, a drop of 96.2% from the June 15th total of 39,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 1,100 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 1.4 days. Euroapi Price Performance EAPIF stock remained flat at C$11.39 during midday trading on Friday. 908 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 633.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/14/euroapi-s-a-otcmktseapif-sees-large-decline-in-short-interest.html

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CoreCivic, Inc. (NYSE:CXW – Get Free Report) EVP Cole G. Carter sold 5,000 shares of the business's stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $9.75, for a total value of $48,750.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president now owns 236,162 shares […] The post Cole G. Carter Sells 5,000 Shares of CoreCivic, Inc. (NYSE:CXW) Stock first appeared on Daily Political .

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/05/cole-g-carter-sells-5000-shares-of-corecivic-inc-nysecxw-stock.html

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Calamos Advisors LLC lowered its holdings in McKesson Co. ( NYSE:MCK – Free Report ) by 11.1% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 50,616 shares of the company's stock after selling 6,328 shares during the period. Calamos Advisors LLC's holdings in McKesson were worth $18,022,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Covestor Ltd increased its stake in McKesson by 72.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/29/calamos-advisors-llc-has-18-02-million-position-in-mckesson-co-nysemck.html

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Hyundai Motor Group headquarters in Seoul. [Courtesy of HMG] As the Chuseok holiday draws near, Hyundai Motor Group has announced its plan to advance payments for supplier invoices, totaling almost 2 trillion won ($1.5 billion). This move by the automotive conglomerate is aimed at relieving financial burdens on its partner companies through early payment settlement, with some stretching as far as 20 days ahead of schedule.The beneficiaries of the early payment plan include over 6,000 supplier companies, including those supplying parts and materials to various Hyundai Motor Group companies such as Hyundai Motor, Kia, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Glovis, Hyundai E&C, Hyundai Steel, Hyundai AutoEver, Hyundai Wia, and Hyundai Transys.

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005189263?sid=104

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Ethereum Classic ( ETC ) traded 0.5% lower against the U.S. dollar during the 24-hour period ending at 0:00 AM Eastern on April 7th. Over the last seven days, Ethereum Classic has traded down 1.4% against the U.S. dollar. Ethereum Classic has a total market cap of $2.88 billion and approximately $102.04 million worth of Ethereum Classic was traded on exchanges in the last day. One Ethereum Classic coin can now be purchased for about $20.51 or 0.00073188 BTC on cryptocurrency exchanges. Here's how other cryptocurrencies have performed over the last day: Bitcoin (BTC) traded down 0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/07/ethereum-classic-price-down-1-4-this-week-etc.html

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While the New York Times called Mangeshkar "a revered figure in India", The Guardian, said the legendary singer defined music and melody in a career spanning 7...

https://www.thequint.com/entertainment/celebrities/defining-voice-of-many-generations-global-media-nightingale-of-india-lata-mangeshkars-death

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To support States "at the beginning of their sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) journey" the United Kingdom (UK) has announced that it will be contributing CAD 750,000 to the ICAO Environment Fund for the conduct of SAF feasibility studies.  The announcement also builds on previous commitments by the UK to funding aviation security, gender equality, and the broader transformation of ICAO itself.  In particular, the UK has been providing additional generous voluntary contributions to ICAO's Transformational Fund to facilitate the establishment of a global ambassadors programme and inspire a diverse new generation of aviators, in line with the call to action of the 2nd ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit , and to transform ICAO so that the Organization is well-functioning, agile and responsive to meet future aviation challenges and opportunities.

https://www.miragenews.com/uk-announces-funding-for-icao-sustainability-1094312/

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Gespréicher féieren: Dat ass de But vun der Ausbildung fir Senioren, am Kader vum Projet Sharing Stories, Sharing Life. All Ballast gëtt sech vun der Séil geschwat: et geet drëms Ales opzeschaffen, fir nei Kraaft ze tanken. Ressourcë stäerken, sech selwer net opginn. E Moment wou just nogelauschtert gëtt mam Zil, fir positiv Experienzen aus der Vergaangenheet erëm opliewen ze loossen. Dat bewierkt vill Positives beim eelere Mënsch. En EU Projet, un deem nieft Lëtzebuerg och nach Länner wéi Holland, Éisträich an England, bedeelegt sinn.

http://100komma7.lu/program/episode/436625/202303301030-202303301032

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Labor sector demands 25 pct minimum wage increase to 12,000 won for 2024 SEOUL, April 4 (Yonhap) -- Labor representatives demanded Tuesday that next year's minimum wage be set at 12,000 won (US$9.12) per hour, a nearly 25 percent increase from this year's 9,620 won. The country's two biggest umbrella labor unions -- the Federation of Korean Trade Unions and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions -- unveiled the demand in a press conference, saying high inflation and aggressive interest rate hikes in foreign countries warrant a higher minimum wage.

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0013859035?sid=104

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During this interview with and shark attack survivor, Tiffany Johnson, you'll discover: How God saved Tiffany from the jaws of death. How you can overcome adversity, even if it includes a shark attack. Why living in fear doesn't work and what to do about it. Why recognizing miracles and second chances changes everything. The easiest way to shift your perspective. 3 Simple strategies to grow your faith. Why sharing your story matters. The most important lesson I learned. Tiffany Johnson is a shark attack survivor, speaker, author, and kingdom builder.

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marniesfriends/2023/06/28/shark-attack-fear-assault-faith-abounds

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School systems aren't built for kids who fall asleep and wake up late, the so-called "night owls," which may help explain why this group of teens is more prone to depression. Now, researchers at UC San Francisco have found a way to help these kids adjust to their natural sleep-cycle rhythms while still fulfilling their school responsibilities. The findings are a welcome sign for adolescents with depression, who are more likely than most to report staying up late. We need to stop calling these kids 'lazy.

https://www.miragenews.com/sleep-wake-therapy-offers-fresh-hope-for-1086790/

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A stunning finish cemented Michigan State player Jalen Watts-Jackson and Michigan fan Chris Baldwin into college football history.

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/46675040/college-football-michigan-state-shocking-comeback-surrender-cobra

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Live Oak Private Wealth LLC decreased its stake in AbbVie Inc. ( NYSE:ABBV – Free Report ) by 2.3% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 20,191 shares of the company's stock after selling 467 shares during the period. Live Oak Private Wealth LLC's holdings in AbbVie were worth $3,218,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the company.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/09/live-oak-private-wealth-llc-has-3-22-million-position-in-abbvie-inc-nyseabbv.html

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