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Stanford experts highlight cannabis risks for seniors as potency rises

Stanford experts warn rising cannabis potency poses risks for seniors, with 7% of those over 65 using it in 2023—up 46% since 2021. Higher THC levels link to heart risks, drug interactions, and cognitive decline, urging medical guidance before use.
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Ebola outbreak kills 65 in eastern DRC

Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC kills 65, with 246 cases linked to the deadly Bundibugyo strain. Cross-border movement and regional conflicts complicate containment efforts as Africa CDC urges emergency coordination.
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Teenager Dies from Meningitis, Family Grieves

A 16-year-old in Oxfordshire died from MenB meningitis, linked to a social group at two schools, prompting UK health officials to stress vigilance. Cases in the U.S. and UK underscore the need for rapid diagnosis, vaccination, and awareness amid ongoing public health concerns.
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UNAM Researchers Identify Venom, Pepper Compounds to Target Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

UNAM researchers uncover scorpion venom and habanero pepper compounds targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria, showing promise against tuberculosis and *Staphylococcus aureus*. Challenges remain in clinical translation, but findings highlight natural products' potential in combating superbugs.
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Obesity Drug Combines Trojan Horse Mechanism for 30% Greater Weight Loss in Preclinical Tests

A groundbreaking obesity drug uses a "Trojan horse" method to target fat cells, achieving 30% greater weight loss in mice than standard GLP-1 therapies. Researchers aim to translate this precision approach to humans, though challenges like receptor differences and safety trials remain.
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Low-Cost Nanobead Test Could Reduce Rotavirus Deaths in Nigeria

A low-cost nanobead test developed by Margaret Oluwatoyin Japhet could slash rotavirus deaths in Nigeria by 40% by 2030, offering rapid, lab-free diagnosis. Yet scaling faces hurdles: funding gaps, manufacturing limits, and regulatory delays threaten its impact.
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Kenya’s AI Health System Overcharges Poor, Undercharges Wealthy

Kenya’s AI health system, launched under President William Ruto, unfairly overcharges the poor while undercharging the wealthy, deepening inequality. Algorithmic flaws in proxy means testing leave millions unable to afford care, sparking global concerns about opaque digital governance in social welfare.
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British crew member in critical condition as hantavirus outbreak claims three lives on MV Hondius

Hantavirus outbreak on MV Hondius claims three lives, including a Dutch couple and a German national, as a British crew member faces critical condition. The WHO confirms seven cases, with the ship anchored off Cape Verde to prevent spread, sparking global health policy debates.
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Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Cruise Ship in Atlantic Kills 3

A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic has killed three passengers, prompting WHO intervention. The virus, linked to rodent exposure, highlights climate-driven zoonotic risks and gaps in maritime health protocols.
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Former New York Mayor Giuliani Hospitalized, Condition Critical but Stable

Former NY Mayor Rudy Giuliani, hospitalized in critical but stable condition in Florida, faces ongoing legal battles, including a 2023 defamation verdict and a 2025 Trump pardon, highlighting the intersection of his health and political controversies.
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David Lammy Presses JD Vance on Migration Concerns After Henry Nowak’s Murder

British Deputy PM David Lammy directly rebuked U.S. Vice President JD Vance, denying a link between migrant influx and Henry Nowak’s murder, as the case sparked transatlantic tensions. Lammy defended Britain’s justice system and rejected Vance’s claims, while the Nowak family urged against politicizing their son’s death.
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Crypto markets plunged $390B, marking the worst weekly drop since FTX, as AI gains and macro shocks drive selloff. Bitcoin and Ether hit 17.3% and 22% declines, with corporate Bitcoin sales and ETF outflows amplifying the downturn.
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Deal on Paper, Death in Practice: 6,000 Oleshky Civilians Starving as Evacuation Goes Nowhere

Starvation grips Oleshky, where 6,000 civilians face famine as a stalled evacuation deal leaves them trapped. Russia’s blockade, drone strikes, and denied aid have turned the city into a death trap, with over 300 deaths reported. Volunteer efforts and international appeals highlight a worsening humanitarian crisis.