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US FDA moves to fast-track psychedelic drugs after Trump order

The U.S. health regulator on Friday moved to speed up the development of new treatments for serious mental illness by awarding the national

US FDA moves to fast-track psychedelic drugs after Trump order
Health|Political|World

Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales

A proposed bill allowing terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their lives has failed

Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales
Education|Entertainment|Health|World

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas
Health|Sports|Technology

AI smart glasses will help visually impaired runners take on the London Marathon

Visually impaired runners in London are using AI powered smart glasses to support marathon training and everyday life

AI smart glasses will help visually impaired runners take on the London Marathon
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Beyond the cellphone: From cannabis use to ADHD, South Florida doctor talks causes of distracted driving

Beyond the cellphone: From cannabis use to ADHD, South Florida doctor talks causes of distracted driving

Beyond the cellphone: From cannabis use to ADHD, South Florida doctor talks causes of distracted driving
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting

Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting

Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting
Business|Environment|Health|US

FWC investigation finds dozens of sloths died before Orlando attraction opening

FWC investigation finds dozens of sloths died before Orlando attraction opening

FWC investigation finds dozens of sloths died before Orlando attraction opening
Health|Political|Science|Technology

Trump’s prescription drug math makes no sense. RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz have defended it anyway

Trump’s prescription drug math makes no sense. RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz have defended it anyway

Trump’s prescription drug math makes no sense. RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz have defended it anyway
Crime|Environment|Health

Massive dead snake found along side of Wisconsin highway

Massive dead snake found along side of Wisconsin highway

Massive dead snake found along side of Wisconsin highway
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology

How the Supreme Court will have a major impact on the economy this spring

How the Supreme Court will have a major impact on the economy this spring

How the Supreme Court will have a major impact on the economy this spring
Health|Political|World

Netanyahu says he was successfully treated for prostate cancer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that he had received successful treatment for early-stage prostate cancer, without specifying when the treatment

Netanyahu says he was successfully treated for prostate cancer
Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending

Marching bands blew horns, women ululated and men cheered on Friday to celebrate King Mswati III's 40 years on Eswatini's throne,

Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive

The Food and Drug Administration says it will offer ultra-fast review to three psychedelic drugs being studied for hard-to-treat mental health conditions, including major depression

FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive
Business|Environment|Health|Technology

Mitsubishi Motors recalls over 108,000 vehicles in the US over liftgate issue

Mitsubishi Motors is recalling 108,046 vehicles in the U.S. as a ruptured gas spring cylinder or an unexpected falling liftgate could increase the risk of injury, the U.S.

Mitsubishi Motors recalls over 108,000 vehicles in the US over liftgate issue
Health|Science|Technology

FDA moves to fast-track review of psilocybin and methylone for mental health

FDA moves to fast-track review of psilocybin and methylone for mental health

FDA moves to fast-track review of psilocybin and methylone for mental health
Health|Science

The HPV vaccine can reduce certain cancers by half. Expert explains why men and boys should get it

The HPV vaccine can reduce certain cancers by half. Expert explains why men and boys should get it

The HPV vaccine can reduce certain cancers by half. Expert explains why men and boys should get it
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets

HCA beats quarterly profit estimates despite weaker flu season volume

By Siddhi Mahatole and Christy Santhosh April 24 Reuters) - HCA Healthcare narrowly beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Friday but faced a dip in patient admissions during the flu

HCA beats quarterly profit estimates despite weaker flu season volume
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

US health insurers advance measures to standardize prior authorization requirements

UnitedHealth and CVS Health said on Friday they have standardized data and submission requirements for more than half of their prior authorizations, as part of an industry effort

US health insurers advance measures to standardize prior authorization requirements
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Boom in cremation hides surprising truths about what Americans really want when they die

A new study suggests that the decades-long march toward cremation may not last forever – particularly if Gen Z’s preferences pan out.

Boom in cremation hides surprising truths about what Americans really want when they die
Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What is black garlic? How heat and humidity turn a pungent ingredient mild and slightly sweet

A food chemist explains how black garlic is made, and how its health benefits are promising but still under-researched.

What is black garlic? How heat and humidity turn a pungent ingredient mild and slightly sweet
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion

‘Affordable’ Pittsburgh doesn’t have enough affordable housing – here’s why

For a quarter of its residents, Pittsburgh isn’t an affordable place to live. A contested housing policy is at the center of efforts to change that.

‘Affordable’ Pittsburgh doesn’t have enough affordable housing – here’s why
Education|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

How you store produce can make it last longer

How you store produce can make a major difference in how long it lasts

How you store produce can make it last longer
Crime|Health|Lifestyle

Florida nurse arrested for inappropriately touching patient while under anesthesia, deputies say

Florida nurse arrested for inappropriately touching patient while under anesthesia, deputies say

Florida nurse arrested for inappropriately touching patient while under anesthesia, deputies say
Health|Political|World

Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer

Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer

Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Human skull, bones found in Birmingham neighborhood

Human skull, bones found in Birmingham neighborhood

Human skull, bones found in Birmingham neighborhood
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Interview

The music of ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ is powered by a tale of survival

The music of ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ is powered by a tale of survival

The music of ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ is powered by a tale of survival
Business|Environment|Health|Science

As Roundup maker goes to Supreme Court, Americans worry about pesticides, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows

Most Americans are worried about pesticides and oppose shielding companies from lawsuits over hazardous products, according to a

As Roundup maker goes to Supreme Court, Americans worry about pesticides, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows
Health|Science|World

Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination

Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination

Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination
Economy|Environment|Health|World

War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says

Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world's

War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump

President Donald Trump’s decision to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug is a boon for the industry

Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump
Economy|Health|Political|US

'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices

President Donald Trump, known for popularizing the term "fake news," seems to have shifted focus to a healthy dose of fake math in defending impossibly large cuts to prescription drug prices

'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023

More than 100 million vaccine doses have been delivered to 18.3 million children worldwide since 2023 under a global drive to reverse pandemic-related declines

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport

Federal investigators have released a preliminary report on last month's deadly airplane crash at a New York City airport

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport
Crime|Education|Health|Technology

School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends

The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that all new school buses should be equipped with alcohol detection systems to ensure drivers are not intoxicated

School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends
Business|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

US FDA rejects AbbVie's wrinkle treatment due to manufacturing concerns

AbbVie said on Thursday the U.S.

US FDA rejects AbbVie's wrinkle treatment due to manufacturing concerns
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires

Fallen trees and limbs scattered across Georgia by Hurricane Helene more than a year ago are now helping fuel destructive wildfires in the state

Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Mother and daughter given second chance through organ donation

Mother and daughter given second chance through organ donation

Mother and daughter given second chance through organ donation
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

'He was such a light': Parents of Sussex boy run over by school bus speak about their son

'He was such a light': Parents of Sussex boy run over by school bus speak about their son

'He was such a light': Parents of Sussex boy run over by school bus speak about their son
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Hawaii family found a lifeline in Phoenix

Hawaii family found a lifeline in Phoenix

Hawaii family found a lifeline in Phoenix
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Six-year-old’s ‘Lion’s Roar’ helps stop alleged assault in store

Six-year-old’s ‘Lion’s Roar’ helps stop alleged assault in store

Six-year-old’s ‘Lion’s Roar’ helps stop alleged assault in store
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry

The U.S.

US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron

President Donald Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on Thursday, wrapping up the

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
Health|Sports|Travel

Canadian travels to OKC to sit courtside at Thunder playoff game thanks to Make-A-Wish

Canadian travels to OKC to sit courtside at Thunder playoff game thanks to Make-A-Wish

Canadian travels to OKC to sit courtside at Thunder playoff game thanks to Make-A-Wish
Business|Crime|Economy|Health

Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims

Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims

Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims
Business|Economy|Finance|Health

Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative

President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Regeneron to lower the cost of its pharmaceutical products

Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative
Health|Lifestyle

For 50 years, this man has served his community as an EMT

For 50 years, this man has served his community as an EMT

For 50 years, this man has served his community as an EMT
Crime|Health|Lifestyle

Doctor who went to prison for patient’s botched plastic surgery death still has valid Arizona medical license

Doctor who went to prison for patient’s botched plastic surgery death still has valid Arizona medical license

Doctor who went to prison for patient’s botched plastic surgery death still has valid Arizona medical license
Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle

After scammers stole their savings, 3 Maryland women found support in each other

After scammers stole their savings, 3 Maryland women found support in each other

After scammers stole their savings, 3 Maryland women found support in each other
Business|Health|Science|Technology|US

FDA approves first gene therapy for inherited deafness, shown to restore hearing for children with rare condition

FDA approves first gene therapy for inherited deafness, shown to restore hearing for children with rare condition

FDA approves first gene therapy for inherited deafness, shown to restore hearing for children with rare condition
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

A different kind of fight: inside the free boxing class that's punching out Parkinson’s

A different kind of fight: inside the free boxing class that's punching out Parkinson’s

A different kind of fight: inside the free boxing class that's punching out Parkinson’s
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Ferndale Rat Patrol ramping up efforts to help residents combat chronic rodent problems

Ferndale Rat Patrol ramping up efforts to help residents combat chronic rodent problems

Ferndale Rat Patrol ramping up efforts to help residents combat chronic rodent problems
Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been disputing claims of Medicaid cuts in President Donald Trump's 2025 tax and spending law

FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts
Health|Political|Science

RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move

RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move

RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move
Business|Economy|Health|US

US FTC settles case against anesthesia company

The U.S.

US FTC settles case against anesthesia company
Business|Health|Science

FDA declines Grace's stroke drug over manufacturing and packaging issues, shares slump

Grace Therapeutics said on Thursday the U.S.

FDA declines Grace's stroke drug over manufacturing and packaging issues, shares slump
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'

Pope Leo on Thursday decried the world's treatment of immigrants, saying that often migrants and refugees seeking to escape violence or

Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'
Health|Sports

Victor Wembanyama travels with the Spurs to Portland and is listed as questionable to play in Game 3

Victor Wembanyama traveled with the San Antonio Spurs to Portland but his status for Game 3 against the Trail Blazers remains uncertain

Victor Wembanyama travels with the Spurs to Portland and is listed as questionable to play in Game 3
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift

A cannabis industry group calls President Donald Trump’s reclassification of state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug “the most significant federal advancement in cannabis policy" in decades

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting

Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting

Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says

The Iran war is having a devastating humanitarian impact globally with higher energy prices making everything from filling the tank of an aid lorry to

Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Political|Science|Stock Markets|US

US farm agency to move research and food safety staff from Washington

The U.S.

US farm agency to move research and food safety staff from Washington
Business|Health|World

Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry

The U.S.

Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry
Economy|Health|Science

Justice Department reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug

Justice Department reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug

Justice Department reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug
Crime|Health|US|World

Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant

Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant

Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant
Business|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Man created a hangout spot after pandemic. Now, his friends are keeping it going after his death.

Man created a hangout spot after pandemic. Now, his friends are keeping it going after his death.

Man created a hangout spot after pandemic. Now, his friends are keeping it going after his death.
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Naked suspect accused of beating man to death with firewood found not guilty by reason of insanity, records show

Naked suspect accused of beating man to death with firewood found not guilty by reason of insanity, records show

Naked suspect accused of beating man to death with firewood found not guilty by reason of insanity, records show
Health|Sports|World

Yamal to miss rest of Barcelona season but be fit for World Cup with Spain

Barcelona says forward Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of the club season but should be healed from a leg injury in time to play for Spain at the World Cup

Yamal to miss rest of Barcelona season but be fit for World Cup with Spain
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|World

Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling

Shares of cannabis firms reversed early gains on Thursday as investors took a closer look at the limited scope of the U.S. government's move

Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills five in Gaza and the West Bank, medics say

Israeli airstrikes killed at least four Palestinians in Gaza on Thursday, and Israeli soldiers shot and killed a 15-year-old

Israeli fire kills five in Gaza and the West Bank, medics say
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Science|Technology

US health regulators to speed up Medicare device coverage

U.S. health regulators announced a new program to speed up Medicare coverage for certain medical devices on Thursday

US health regulators to speed up Medicare device coverage
Arts|Entertainment|Health

Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81

Renowned American conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas has died at 81

Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Community rallies to give East Texas boy with cancer a new home

Community rallies to give East Texas boy with cancer a new home

Community rallies to give East Texas boy with cancer a new home