‘Shift the narrative’ on suicide to prevent loss of 720,000 lives annually

Speaking on World Suicide Prevention Day, which is marked annually on 10 September, WHO’s Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that “each life lost leaves a profound impact on families, friends, colleagues and entire communities.” All age groups are affected by suicide and was the third leading cause of death among 15–29-year-olds globally in 2021, the last year for…

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Flights canceled as government shutdown leaves airlines scrambling to comply with FAA order — live updates

  Updated 10m ago Some of the nation’s busiest airports to be affected The expected flight cancellations on Friday will affect some of the busiest airports in the country, including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and all three major airports in the New York City area, LaGuardia, JFK and Newark. United Airlines expects to cancel…

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As influencers and others push protein powders, here’s what dietitians say

The demand for protein has soared as 61% of consumers in the U.S. increased their protein intake last year, according to new research from Minnesota-based food corporation Cargill. And social media influencers and brands alike are taking note. “We’re seeing that influencers, fitness professionals – they’re all encouraging more protein after lifting,” said Yasi Ansari,…

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“Ozempic breath” is boosting Hershey’s sales of mints and gum

Candy giant Hershey is getting a sales boost from an unexpected consumer segment: users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. Hershey CEO Kirk Tanner said in the company’s first-quarter earnings call on Thursday that while appetite suppressants are leading customers to consume smaller portions of popular snacks, the drugs are also boosting demand for breath fresheners.  The company…

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Mark Zuckerberg questioned on Meta’s under-13 users and usage goals in landmark social media trial

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faced questioning in a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday about Instagram’s under-13 users and Meta’s efforts to boost engagement, as a trial examines whether the company knowingly offered an addictive and harmful product to children and teens. The landmark trial against Meta and YouTube kicked off in late January. It centers on allegations…

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