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Inundaciones, alto tráfico y suspensión de clases: Así amanece Bogotá tras la emergencia

El secretario de Seguridad Bogotá, César Restrepo recomendó en 6AM a los ciudadanos tomar rutas alternas, porque las inundaciones continúan.




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Inundaciones, alto tráfico y suspensión de clases: Así amanece Bogotá tras la emergencia

El secretario de Seguridad Bogotá, César Restrepo recomendó en 6AM a los ciudadanos tomar rutas alternas porque las inundaciones continúan, mientras que el concejal Samir Abisambra alertó por nuevas emergencias.




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Crisis response teams achieve 70% reduction in people taken into custody under Mental Health Act

A program pairing a police officer with a mental health worker in Hamilton has reduced the apprehension rate under the Mental Health Act from 75 per cent of calls police respond to for people in crisis to 17 per cent.



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Pay-as-you-go health care: Uninsured people in Canada face sky-high bills, delays in treatment, doctors say

Most Canadians are secure knowing that they benefit from universal health care. All you have to do is walk into a clinic or hospital and you will be treated. For an estimated 500,000 people who live and work among us, it’s a different reality.



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'Most important part of that job is the people part of it': Meet Iain White, dietary aide and health-care hero

Iain White’s mother says her son and other dietary aides are unsung health-care heroes of the pandemic because they plate, prep and serve food to residents while offering connection and companionship.



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The Secret to Success at Community Health Centres - Transcript

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Dec 17: Our annual holiday book show, including the health hazards of space travel and more

A history of COVID-19 and the neuroscience of religion.



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How the LED helped create a high-tech alternative to green screens

LEDs are found in our phones, TVs, lightbulbs and cars, but this technology is also revolutionizing film and television production.




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Fascination is key to healthy urban living, says researcher

Cookie-cutter condos, glass business towers, minimal green space — there's clear evidence that many urban spaces have negative impacts on our mental health. But does it have to be that way?




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China protests, accessing healthcare for children, Fisherman's Friends, Taylor Swift dance parties and more

As protests spread across China, citizens consider how far they can push Beijing; concerns of privatized healthcare as a virtual pediatric care service shuts down because of reduced government funding; meet Jeremy Brown, one of the real-life Cornish fishermen who inspired the musical Fisherman's Friends; Dr. Nasser Mohamed, an exiled gay physician from Qatar, campaigns for LGBTQ rights; Canadian super-Swifties throw celebratory Taylor Swift dance parties; and more.



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From scavenger to household royalty: How dogs evolved from wolves to pampered pets

Scientists agree that dogs evolved from wolves and were the first domesticated animals. But exactly how that happened is hotly contested. IDEAS contributor Neil Sandell examines the theories and the evolution of the relationship between dogs and humans.




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New space hotel will sell vacation homes to Earth's wealthiest humans

Poised to open in just six years, featuring spas, concert venues and even a Ferris wheel design, this out-of-this-world hotel will be a veritable playground for the ultra rich.



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FaltyDL - Hardcourage

A calmer, more measured set than fans of the man’s music might be expecting.




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HEALTH - Max Payne 3: The Official Soundtrack

Balances intensity and introspection well, befitting the game’s conflicted protagonist.




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A cheaper weight loss drug, more heat-related deaths and new restrictions on tobacco sales: Here's what happened in health this week




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President-Elect Donald Trump Picks GOP Rep. Mike Waltz to Be National Security Adviser

President-elect Donald Trump selected Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) to serve as his National Security Adviser, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.

The post President-Elect Donald Trump Picks GOP Rep. Mike Waltz to Be National Security Adviser appeared first on Breitbart.




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JERRY CANTRELL Is Also Pissed That Nobody Gets Paid Decent Streaming Royalties

It's no secret that Spotify pays total garbage when it comes to royalties. Apple Music certainly does better by artists, but still – both combined aren't putting a roof over […]




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BOILER ROOM Returns With Alt, Nü-Tinged Single "No Patience"

The New York City unit returns for the first time since 2000!




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FREDRIK ÅKESSON Explains How WALTTERI VÄYRYNEN Became OPETH's New Drummer

“We saw him play the track 'The Devil's Orchard', and he just nailed everything”




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“Housing is health care”: Supportive living programs for homeless increasing in metro Denver

Exact services vary depending on the community each project targets, but supportive housing generally includes on-site case managers, often with some health care or job training classes available in the building.




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Westminster pulls out of Rocky Flats tunnel and bridge access project, citing health concerns

Westminster is the second community surrounding the 6,200-acre federal property to withdraw from an intergovernmental agreement supporting construction of a tunnel and bridge into Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge.




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Violence against health care workers has doubled — a Colorado bill aims to reverse that trend

Colorado hospitals, nursing homes and other health care facilities would be required to come up with plans to reduce violence against their staffs under a bill in the legislature that also would require stronger responses to incidents.





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Ahmaud Arbery’s Mental Health Records Ruled Out At Trial



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Naomi Osaka Shocked By How Others Dealing With Mental Health Were Afraid To Speak Up

The tennis star is gearing up for the US Open on Aug. 30.




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Tennis Legend Billie Jean King Praises Naomi Osaka For Speaking Out About Mental Health

“I think it's great when you talk about your feelings.”




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Ex-NFL Player Clinton Portis Pleads Guilty In Health Care Fraud Scheme

He faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.




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Baltimore Ravens Honor Michael K. Williams During Game

‘The Wire’ actor died earlier this month.




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Jerry Rivers To Retire From Everen Specialty

Everen Specialty Limited announced that Jerry Rivers, Senior Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer, will retire on March 31, 2025. John Talarico, Everen Specialty’s Chair, stated, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, the management team, and all of Everen Specialty’s employees, I want to thank Jerry for his dedicated service over the past 19 […]




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AM Best Affirms Everen Specialty’s A-Rating

AM Best affirmed Everen Specialty Ltd.’s A- financial strength and “a-” issuer ratings with a negative outlook, citing improved capital and a focus on core energy operations. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of […]




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Saltus Announces Board Leadership Changes

Saltus announced the retirement of Board Chair Gil Tucker after 13 years, appointing E. Michael Leverock as his successor and celebrating Tucker’s significant contributions to the school and Bermuda community. A spokesperson said, “After an impressive 13-year tenure as Board Chair and 27 years as a Board Trustee, Saltus is announcing the retirement of Gil […]




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Saltus Celebrates Strong AP Results For 2024

Saltus announced that 23 of its 2024 graduates were recognized for outstanding AP exam results, with several earning AP Scholar designations and two achieving perfect scores. A spokesperson said, “Saltus is proud to announce the accomplishments of our 2024 graduates on their recent Advanced Placement [AP] examination results. “Supported by the internationally recognised College Board […]




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Peter Silvester Makes Two Penalty Saves

Goalkeeper Peter Silvester saved two penalties in Connecticut College men’s football team’s 4-2 shoot-out win over Amherst College in the New England Small College Athletic Conference quarter-finals yesterday [November 2]. The Bermudian made a string of fine saves during the game, which finished 1-1 after regulation time and continued to thwart Amherst in extra-time to […]




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Video: Cooking Demo On Healthy Desserts

The Department of Health held a PIVIO Kitchen Pop-Up at the MarketPlace today [Feb 14], demonstrating how to prepare healthy desserts for Valentine’s Day with Naji Bean, a second-year student chef at Bermuda College. The Department previously said they are ”offering the PIVIO Lifestyle Medicine Program. PIVIO, a Comprehensive Health Improvement Program is a well-established lifestyle education […]




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Gallagher Launch Specialty Insurance Business

Gallagher launched a new specialty insurance business in Bermuda, and has appointed Jasmine DeSilva as Managing Director of the new business. A spokesperson said, “Gallagher has launched a new business in Bermuda to support clients across the region with their specialty insurance solutions. “Gallagher already has a significant client base in Bermuda, along with treaty reinsurance […]




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Bermuda Parrotfish Keep Coral Reefs Healthy

The parrotfish, a species of marine life abundant in Bermuda’s waters, is singlehandedly working to keep both the coral reefs and beaches surrounding the island healthy, all thanks to their voracious appetite and ability to defecate up to 200 pounds of sand per year, with a recent report highlighting the fact that areas that don’t […]




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Bermuda Coral Reef Health Report Released

Historically abundant predatory fishes such as groupers and snappers are rare and at critically low numbers on Bermuda reefs based on international standards, according to a recently released report by Bermudian scientists Thaddeus and Jessie Murdoch through the Bermuda Reef Ecosystem Assessment and Mapping [BREAM] Programme. In good news, however, hard corals are at good […]




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‘Citizen Scientists’ Health Check Bermuda Reefs

For the fifth consecutive year, the Bermuda Zoological Society event REEF Watch trained teams of corporate professionals, teenagers and families to conduct coral reef surveys, fish counts and assessments of our reef ecosystem. Scientists collecting dive slates Nineteen teams set out on Saturday, 23 September to sample reefs across the northern platform. With ID sheets, […]




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BPSU To Host Mental Health Awareness Expo

The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] will be hosting a Mental Health Awareness Expo on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2024, the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] will be hosting a Mental Health Awareness Expo on […]




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BPSU Partners With BHB For Mental Health Expo

The Bermuda Public Services Union partners with Bermuda Hospitals Board for Mental Health Expo on Saturday [Oct 12] at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has partnered with the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] for its upcoming Mental Health Expo, scheduled for Saturday 12 October 2024 from 1pm to […]




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Health Council Offer PIPA Compliance Training

The Bermuda Health Council is offering two training sessions to help healthcare organizations comply with the upcoming Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA]. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda prepares for the full implementation of the Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA] on January 1, 2025, the Bermuda Health Council is offering two training sessions to help healthcare […]




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Column: Glenn Fubler On Mental Health & More

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] This Mental Health Month, the Minister of Health has reminded us of the importance of regular physical activity – a half-hour per day to boost physical and mental health. This is based on the body/mind connection, a reality not yet fully appreciated in western medicine. Any holistic approach which […]




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Health Council Seeks Community Engagement

The Bermuda Health Council is “expanding its engagement with the community as part of a commitment to support solutions for better population health.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Health Council believes that the health system should be shaped by the lived experiences of those who rely on the system every day. While data from studies […]




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Bermuda Is Love Launch #YourHealthYourFuture

This November, Bermuda Is Love is launching the #YourHealthYourFuture Campaign to “educate and inspire Bermudians to take proactive steps toward improving their physical and mental health, thereby creating a more vibrant and resilient future for everyone.” A spokesperson said, “The #YourHealthYourFuture campaign will run throughout the month of November and features a diverse range of […]




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Made To Fade Promotes Men’s Mental Health

This Movember, Made to Fade Ltd. is “shining a spotlight on men’s mental health by encouraging men to see grooming as a gateway to self-care, confidence, and connection.” A spokesperson said, “Barbershops have historically been one of the first safe spaces for men, where they can unwind and share their thoughts freely, often opening up […]




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Minister Walter Roban Attends CREF In Florida

Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban represented Bermuda at the 15th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] in Miami, Florida. A Government spokesperson said, “The event, held from the 26 to 28 April, is the largest annual gathering of the Caribbean renewable energy market. This year, the Forum organisers invited Minister Roban to participate in the […]




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Winners Of Saltus Annual Youth Film Festival

Saltus Grammar School announced the winners of third annual Bermuda Youth Film Festival that was held at BUEI in the Tradewinds Theatre on June 20th. A spokesperson said, “The festival was founded by Therese Bean, Head of Creative Arts at Saltus Grammar School, in 2022 to encourage young people between the ages of 11 and 18 from […]