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Sidra Medicine performs Qatar’s first C-Section in angiography suiteTrump Media Trademark Filing For 'TruthFi' Hints At Potential Digital Wallets, Asset TradingBenjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, a private two-year college in Boston, offers an 800-hour certificate program in HVAC and refrigeration. President and CEO Aisha Francis said she’d like to break out segments of the program to create continuing education classes for HVAC technicians seeking to improve their skills — for example, offering a class in heat pump installation. But the school, which attracts primarily Black and Latino men interested in the trades, can’t make it work financially. About half the school’s students receive federal Pell grants to help finance their education, and short-term certificate classes are ineligible for Pell funding. “Most of our students are very low income, so even though they want the skill set, they’re not able to pay for them,” Francis said. Many fields today are facing workforce shortages. At the same time, there are students seeking a quick credential to enter the job market. Short-term certificate programs can help students get an entry-level job or gain new skills. For example, a student interested in medicine can train as a certified nursing assistant or emergency medical technician, then earn money while deciding whether they want to continue climbing the health care career ladder. Yet federal Pell grants — the major source of financial aid for low-income students — aren’t awarded for programs that are shorter than 600 hours or less than 15 weeks. That leaves low-income students, who are often those seeking certificates, scrambling to pay out of pocket and schools searching for alternative funding. Schools may offer fewer courses because interested students can’t afford to pay. Congress has been considering bipartisan bills to expand Pell eligibility for short-term classes. Passing legislation would be a win for Republicans advocating for more workforce-related education and for Democrats seeking to expand educational access for low-income students. More importantly, it would help students gain marketable skills and employers fill open jobs. While legitimate concerns have been raised about ensuring that Pell-eligible credential programs are high-quality, legislation could address those concerns by establishing objective standards programs must meet. For example, programs that train students for a licensing exam could only retain eligibility if a certain percentage of graduates pass the exam within a reasonable time frame after graduation. Other metrics could involve job placement rates, program completion rates, or enhanced earnings. “It’s increasingly clear that most jobs require some degree of postsecondary training, and it’s been hard to develop viable alternative pathways to college for students who are not enrolling in four-year degree programs without financial support,” said Martin West, academic dean at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Expanding Pell, West said, “could create innovation in that space.” Francis said Franklin Cummings Tech would offer more classes in construction-related fields like land surveying or blueprint reading if they were Pell eligible. And she expects that some people who earn short-term certificates would advance to other degrees. “We know these kinds of measures actually push more people into higher education,” Francis said. “It’s just a matter of will. Do we want to help more people get better educated or not?” The biggest proponents of expanding Pell have been community colleges. At North Shore Community College, around 500 students are enrolled in short-term professional programs in areas like health care and information technology. Jennifer James Price, assistant vice president of employer relations for the college, said she works with local hospitals, community health centers, and nursing homes, which are desperate for nursing assistants, phlebotomists, and other program graduates. To pay for these programs, the school has been chasing grants, but those aren’t reliable, and tuition for a health care certification can cost up to $3,000. (The state’s free community college program also doesn’t apply to certificate classes.) “It doesn’t build a steady expectation for students or businesses in the North Shore where (classes are) happening at a low cost all the time,” Price said. There is evidence that paying for workforce training works. In fiscal 2023 and 2024, Massachusetts created a $15 million state fund to pay for workforce training in high-need fields at community colleges. According to a report by the Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges, 3,359 students completed these programs, the majority of them in health care, and 2,404 of those graduates (66 percent) found a job or were enrolled in continuing education within 90 days of program completion. Bills introduced in Congress would authorize Pell grants for students enrolled in programs with at least 150 hours, with guardrails to ensure the programs are high-quality and fulfill employer needs. There has been some dispute over whether to include for-profit colleges, which have historically charged students more money than nonprofits with worse outcomes. Guardrails that restrict eligibility to programs that meet objective criteria — like the ability to pass a licensing exam or get a job — would address concerns about quality, regardless of tax status. There would be an estimated $1.7 billion cost to US taxpayers over 10 years, according to the Congressional Budget Office. As the House considered advancing the bill earlier this year, Republicans inserted a poison pill, proposing to pay for the expansion by restricting federal loans to students at schools with large endowments. Give the size of the federal budget, experts say there are undoubtedly other, less controversial sources of money that can be tapped to pay to expand Pell, which is already an approximately $25 billion-a-year program. Expanding Pell eligibility to short-term certificate programs would help students, schools, and employers. Congress should resist the temptation to play politics and pass the policy. — Boston GlobeRelated Articles
Berkshire housing association resident wins award for sustainable gardenFive Counties Children’s Centre is striving to help families ensure their holidays are happy by offering tips to keep spirits bright and stress under wraps this season. The anxiety and upheaval of extra demands and different routines can make the holidays challenging for parents and children alike, according to a media release from Five Counties, which provides therapy services for children with special needs in Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Northumberland, However, “celebrating the season can still be merry and bright when it’s managed right.” “The holidays can mean a drastic change in schedules and a lot of disruption to routine — which as any parent will tell you, can impact the rhythm of family life,” Five Counties spokesperson Bill Eekhof told kawarthaNOW. “There’s also added excitement and anticipation that come with the holidays, especially for kids, given what awaits them under the tree and where or whom they will visit. Parents and caregivers may also feel pressured to ensure their family has an enjoyable holiday season.” Eekhof added that, while managing the stress of the holidays can be especially challenging for parents and caregivers of children with special needs, it applies to all families. Nicole Captain, an occupational therapist with Five Counties, has some tips for helping families manage the extra pressure of the holiday season and helping children cope with the excitement, anticipation, and altered routines that come with the holidays. Tips includes creating a visual schedule or calendar so children can see what is being planned for holiday time (including breaks or downtime), using photos or maps to help prepare children before travelling to visit family or friends for the holidays, and discussing holiday plans as a family to help manage change and expectations and to choose activities that everyone would like to do together. “Parents and caregivers often feel guilty and pressured to have the picture-perfect holiday that they see on social media or in the movies, but that isn’t always the reality,” Captain said. “The fact is we can still enjoy happy holidays if we keep things simple, stick to structure, go back to basics, and are flexible.” Captain, who works in school-based rehabilitation services at Five Counties, provides occupational therapy support to students and often discusses self-regulation in her classes. “I always tell parents to put on your oxygen mask first, to meet your own regulation needs and support your nervous system so that you can support your child’s needs.” Captain said it’s important to manage the variables that are within control. This including getting enough rest and sticking to sleep schedules, selecting a quiet space where family members can rejuvenate, and eating well and staying well-hydrated. “It’s really going back to the basics,” Captain noted. “We’re optimizing our bodies on the inside to cope with all the stress and changes that go on outside and around us.” Another tip is to unplug from technology as much as possible and make meaningful connections by spending time together as a family. “While being together doesn’t require a lot of preparation, make it quality time to really forge that connection,” Captain said. According to Captain, too much screen time during the holidays can affect a child’s sleep, behaviour, routine, and anxiety levels. If spending time in front of a screen, do it together as a family, but avoid screen time too close to bedtime as children can get overstimulated and their sleep can be affected. Another tip is to make sure you spend time outdoors having fun as a family. “I know going outdoors in the winter months in Canada isn’t something we all like to do, but the importance of sunlight, fresh air, and activity are important for everyone to feel their best,” Captain said. In choosing outdoor activities to do together, families can be purposeful and organized. “There’s time to run around in the snow, but planning a scavenger hunt, designing a snow fort, building a snowman, or trying to see how many animals you can spot in 10 minutes can maximize that outdoor experience,” she explained. If the weather precludes outdoor fun, indoor games are a good alternative. These could include creating an obstacle course, doing a puzzle, or trying out a fun and interactive activity like Cosmic Kids Yoga. “Pick what works for your family and do what you can,” Captain said, “and happy holidays can be within our reach.”
Impact Of Growing Online Shopping Adoption: A Key Driver Transforming The Photo Printing And Merchandise Market 2024Transforming America's Healthcare System: A Historic Movement for Medicaid Reform and Universal Justice 12-02-2024 11:36 PM CET | Associations & Organizations Press release from: ABNewswire Unveiling Truth, Driving Accountability, and Creating a Vision for Transparency and Human Dignity Image: https://www.abnewswire.com/uploads/d826fe3236bb16054d3f02362a587342.png The Dawn of a Movement America is at a defining moment in history-a crossroads where the ideals of fairness, transparency, and justice meet the realities of a fractured healthcare system. This movement is not just about fixing Medicaid or addressing healthcare inequities; it's about redefining the core values that unite us as Americans. At the heart of this transformation lies a grassroots initiative led by brain injury survivors, their families, and advocates. These extraordinary individuals have dared to pose the bold question that disrupts the status quo: What if Medicaid could thrive, delivering dignity, transparency, and life-changing care to everyone who needs it? Fueled by courage and relentless determination, this coalition is rewriting the rules of healthcare reform. They're uncovering systemic flaws, holding institutions accountable, and crafting a blueprint for a transparent, accessible, and just Medicaid system that ensures no American is left behind. David Medeiros: A Leader Among Equals At the helm of this revolutionary movement is David Medeiros, a traumatic brain injury survivor, founder of ABI Resources, and a steadfast advocate for truth and integrity. David's life journey-one of resilience, hope, and action-has transformed him into a leader who embodies the collective spirit of this movement. David often says, "I'm not the hero. The real heroes are the people who inspire me every day-the survivors, families, and advocates who never give up." His leadership philosophy, "I am, you are, we are one force for the greatest good," reflects the core ethos of this movement: the undeniable strength of unity and the power of truth to drive justice. Exposing the Hidden Truth Medicaid serves as a vital safety net for over 90 million Americans, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and low-income families. But the system is under immense strain, plagued by inefficiencies, secrecy, and inequities that leave too many underserved. Through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) investigations and relentless advocacy, David Medeiros and ABI Resources have uncovered systemic issues that demand immediate attention: Misallocation of Funds: Billions of taxpayer dollars are directed to administrative overhead, siphoning resources from vulnerable populations. ADA Noncompliance: Healthcare facilities and public programs routinely fail to meet standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), perpetuating barriers for people with disabilities. Whistleblower Retaliation: Individuals who expose systemic flaws face threats, career setbacks, and silencing-obstructing vital reforms. David Medeiros explains, "These challenges are not isolated-they're symptoms of a deeper systemic problem. But with transparency, accountability, and a united effort, we can turn the tide for future generations." The Heroes Behind the Movement This movement is built on the courage of unsung heroes-people who have lived through the struggles, felt the pain, and refused to give up. Who Are These Heroes? Brain Injury Survivors: Champions of resilience who are using their experiences to drive systemic change. Families: Loved ones who fight tirelessly to ensure dignity and care for those in need. Home Teams and Advocates: Professionals and supporters who provide the logistical, emotional, and moral foundation of this movement. Together, they are redefining what it means to advocate for justice, standing as a collective force to protect those most vulnerable. Transformative Solutions This is not just about identifying problems; it's about implementing actionable solutions that ensure Medicaid becomes a system built on fairness, efficiency, and compassion. 1. Medicaid Transparency Independent Oversight Committees: Establishing bipartisan boards to monitor spending. Public Reporting Requirements: Demanding clear, accessible, real-time updates on Medicaid fund allocation. Technology-Driven Accountability: Using platforms that allow taxpayers to track Medicaid expenditures. 2. ADA Compliance Stronger Enforcement Mechanisms: Implementing fines for noncompliance. Universal Design Principles: Creating healthcare spaces that serve everyone equally. Training Programs: Educating providers on accessibility and inclusive care. 3. Whistleblower Protections Secure Reporting Channels: Providing anonymous, protected avenues for truth-tellers. Expanded Legal Protections: Shielding whistleblowers from retaliation. Public Recognition: Honoring those who expose inefficiencies and corruption. A Movement Empowered by the Legal Community The legal profession plays a critical role in this transformative effort. From civil rights attorneys to healthcare specialists, lawyers across the nation are uniting to enforce ADA compliance, litigate Medicaid transparency, and champion whistleblower protections. Why Lawyers Are Joining This Cause: A Moral Imperative: Upholding the principles of justice and accountability. A National Impact: Transforming Medicaid reform into a model for systemic change across all public programs. A Legacy of Justice: Creating lasting reforms that protect the most vulnerable while restoring trust in America's institutions. The Ripple Effect of Change This movement's impact goes far beyond Medicaid reform. It touches the core of what it means to be an American: Families Will Benefit: Caregivers will have access to resources that support their loved ones with dignity. Taxpayers Will See Accountability: Public funds will be used ethically and efficiently. Future Generations Will Inherit Justice: A healthcare system built on transparency and fairness. A Call to Action David Medeiros and ABI Resources are inviting you to join this historic movement. Whether you're a policymaker, legal professional, healthcare advocate, or concerned citizen, your voice matters in this collective mission. Here's How You Can Help: Amplify the Message: Share this story on social media and in your communities. Advocate for Reform: Write to your representatives, demanding Medicaid transparency and ADA compliance. Support Survivors: Donate, volunteer, and uplift the voices of those driving this movement. David Medeiros: The Heart of the Movement "Every day, I am inspired by the strength of the survivors and families around me. They teach me what it means to lead with purpose, compassion, and resilience," says David Medeiros. David's leadership is rooted in action, empathy, and a deep belief in the power of unity. "This is not just a moment in history-it's a movement for humanity. Together, we will create a legacy of justice and dignity for all." 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Media Contact Company Name: ABI Resources Contact Person: David Medeiros Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=transforming-americas-healthcare-system-a-historic-movement-for-medicaid-reform-and-universal-justice ] City: Gales Ferry Country: United States Website: https://www.ctbraininjury.com/ This release was published on openPR.
Ashleigh Howley's baby was just weeks old when she first started to think her daughter would be better off without her. Howley, a nurse from the NSW South Coast, had everything she needed, including a supportive husband, Gavin, yet something wasn't right . "We had got married so the next step in our life was to start a family," Howley told 9Honey. "We had no issues falling pregnant a couple of months later." "I had a great pregnancy and my birth was pretty much stock standard. I had quite a good recovery." READ MORE: Expert reveals her 15 all-time favourite classic girls' names But being at home with a new baby she struggled to breastfeed soon took a toll on Howley. After introducing Addison to bottles, the external and internal pressure she felt manifested as something more sinister. "There was a lot of shame and guilt around moving from breastfeeding," Howley said. "She was probably about six to eight weeks old when I just thought she would be better off with someone else taking care of her who could do the things I couldn't do for her, which was actually just that one thing. READ MORE: Pearl Jam pauses Sydney show to pay tribute to Aussie teens "I did not have an intention of make a plan to take my life, but it was probably not that far away." While Howley was able to dismiss the intrusive thoughts, she continued to spiral and suffered from anxiety as well self-deprecating, self-doubting thoughts about her ability to care for her daughter. When family and friends asked her if she was OK, she would lie. She also downplayed her mental state when a child and family health nurse screened her for postnatal depression. Still, she was starting to realise something was amiss, but continued to hide the truth out of shame, thinking she had no right to feel depressed when she had a great life. "It was my husband who held the mirror up and said this person who appeared to be functioning was not me," Howley said. Still, she didn't seek help straight away, waiting until her daughter was five months old before finally seeing a GP, who referred her to a psychologist. He in turn diagnosed her with postnatal depression and sent her back to the GP who prescribed anti-depressants. Howley eventually got through the tough time with the support of family, friends and health professionals, including a therapist, who she still sees off and on when needed. "I always say this was the start of my mental health journey," Howley said. She continues to suffer from anxiety, which rears its head from time to time, however no longer requires medication for depression. While the couple had always considered only having one child, Howley said her experience with postnatal depression clinched that decision. "I always felt if I had another baby they would get a better version of me than she did and that would not be fair." While she describes her relationship with Addison, now nine, as 'incredible', she still feels guilty about those early months. "I do think I was the best version of myself the first year of her life," Howley said. "I have pictures of me kissing her [but] I feel like I am physically there and present in her life [but] I don't think I was able to relax and enjoy it." Howley is speaking about her experiences during Perinatal Mental Health Week (November 17-23). Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia (PANDA) created the week to raise awareness of the conditions, which affect about 100,000 Australian women every year. 'Perinatal' refers to the period from the start of pregnancy to a year after giving birth. The arrival of a child can affect a parent's emotional well-being, including increased feelings of isolation, sleep deprivation, financial pressure, changes in relationships and a shift in priorities. After another bout of anxiety earlier this year, Howley became an R U OK? community ambassador. "I thought, I have had this experience ongoing for nine years. It's time to give back." Her role is to encourage family and friends to check in on new parents. She also wants to end the shame and stigma surrounding postnatal anxiety and depression. PANDA chief executive Julie Borninkhof said it was important new parents felt supported. "Many people struggle during this life-changing time, and our ability to cope when we're not feeling great is reduced," she said. "We know from our callers that parenting can be a really isolating experience. "For some... this social disconnection can intensify mental health struggles. "The sooner they feel supported and connected, the sooner we can reduce their distress, rebuild their confidence, and reconnect them with their lives." Parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson recommends 'gently' checking in with new parents if you notice they are struggling. "You might say to someone, 'Hey, just lately, I've noticed you don't seem yourself; are you OK?'. Then truly listen. You don't have to be a therapist to do this. Just be a friend." While Howley said she would lie at first when asked by family and friends how she was doing, knowing they were there meant she could talk to them once she was ready. "It's not about putting pressure on them but giving them the space to come and talk when they are ready," she said. She also recommends not trying to 'fix' someone, but encouraging action if they do speak up. PANDA provides telephone counselling via a free national helpline available Monday to Friday, 9am-7.30pm, and Saturday, 9am-4pm (AEST/AEDT). Call 1300 726 306 . You can also visit the website panda.org.au Lifeline provides free and confidential crisis support 24 hours a day. Call 13 11 14 , or text 0477 131 114 or chat online at lifeline.org.au . 13YARN is a free 24-hour service offering crisis support service for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people. Call 13YARN ( 13 92 76 ).3,000 West Sacramento PG&E customers without power following car crash
LONDON (AP) — Edinburgh Airport was shut down by an unspecified information technology issue Sunday afternoon, causing headaches for passengers at the start of the busy holiday travel season. All flights into and out of Scotland’s busiest airport were grounded at 4:15 p.m. local time, with some incoming flights diverted to Glasgow Airport about 50 miles away. Edinburgh airport said engineers were working to resolve the issue. “Passengers are asked to check the status of their flight with the airline they are flying with before traveling to the airport,’’ the airport said in a statement. The Associated Press
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ALTOONA, Pennsylvania, Dec 10 (Reuters) - Luigi Mangione, the suspect charged with murder in the shooting of a top UnitedHealth executive, briefly struggled with officers and angrily shouted while being escorted into a Pennsylvania courthouse on Tuesday, as a clearer picture of his motives began to emerge a day after his arrest ended a massive manhunt. Mangione , 26, turned toward a group of reporters and yelled in part, "...completely out of touch and an insult to the intelligence of the American people!" before deputies pushed him away. It was not clear to what he was referring. At the court hearing, his defense lawyer told a judge that Mangione would oppose extradition to New York, where he is charged with murder and other crimes. That decision could delay the process by weeks but is unlikely to block his eventual transfer; for now, Mangione will remain in jail in Pennsylvania, where he faces gun and forgery charges. His attorney, Tom Dickey, said at a news conference that Mangione planned to plead not guilty to the charges. Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth's (UNH.N) , opens new tab insurance arm, one of the largest health insurers in the U.S., was shot dead on the morning of Dec. 4 outside a hotel in Manhattan in what police said was a targeted attack, sparking a manhunt that led to Mangione's arrest. More clues about his possible motivation were coming to light on Tuesday. When arrested, Mangione was in possession of a handwritten manifesto that offered insight into his mindset, according to police. The New York Times reported that an internal New York City Police report analyzing the document concluded that Mangione viewed the killing as a justified response to what he believed to be corruption in the healthcare industry. "These parasites simply had it coming," the manifesto said, according to the Times. Mangione suffered from chronic back pain that limited his daily life, according to friends, his social media postings and other news reports. His profile on X shows a background image of an x-ray with what appears to be screws and plates inserted in a lower back. An employee at TrueCar told Reuters that Mangione worked at the car-buying website as a data engineer from 2022 to late 2023. In mid-2023, Mangione took about two months off for what the employee's manager described as back-related issues. The employee, who asked not to be named, described Mangione as "incredibly smart" and very friendly to his co-workers. He said that the company offered employees health insurance through UnitedHealth as well as other choices, such as Aetna. From January through June 2022, Mangione lived at the Surfbreak co-living community in Honolulu, where he led a book club and surfed, hiked and rock-climbed, the founder of the group, R.J. Martin, told the Hawaiian outlet Civil Beat. Martin said Mangione had suffered back pain caused by misaligned vertebrae pinching Mangione's spinal cord, and he left for the mainland at some point for surgery. But he went "radio silent" in June or July, Martin told Civil Beat. Mangione never showed any indication of violence, Martin later told MSNBC. "The Luigi that I knew is completely incompatible with an assassin," he said, describing him as funny, kind and thoughtful. At one point, Mangione suggested Surfbreak's book club read the manifesto of Ted Kaczynski - the U.S. domestic bomber known as the Unabomber - as a joke, according to Martin. On the book-themed social media site Goodreads, a poster with Mangione's name praised Kaczynski's book "Industrial Society and Its Future" as "prescient" about modern society, called him an "extreme political revolutionary" and suggested violence was a legitimate form of resistance in some circumstances. Mangione was spotted at a McDonald's on Monday by an employee who thought he looked like the gunman in surveillance images released by police. Mangione, an Ivy League graduate who was also the valedictorian of a private all-boys school in Maryland, had a loaded ghost gun - an untraceable firearm assembled from parts - and a silencer, officials said on Monday. Both the weapon and his clothing closely resembled those used by the gunman. He also had multiple fake identifications, including a fraudulent New Jersey ID that matched the one used by the gunman to check into a Manhattan hostel days before the shooting, according to authorities. Mangione's family released a statement saying they knew only what had been reported in the media. "Our family is shocked and devastated by Luigi's arrest," the family said in a statement posted to the X account of Maryland lawmaker Nino Mangione. "We offer our prayers to the family of Brian Thompson and we ask people to pray for all involved." The gunman managed to elude capture for days after the attack last Wednesday outside the Hilton hotel in midtown Manhattan. Thompson's murder unleashed a wave of frustration from Americans struggling to afford medical care and those who have been denied claims or care. Thompson, a father of two, had been CEO of UnitedHealthcare since April 2021, part of a 20-year career with the company. He had been in New York to attend the company's annual investor conference. Sign up here. Reporting by Julio-Cesar Chavez in Altoona and Rich McKay in Atlanta; Additional reporting by Brad Brooks, Andrew Hay and Kanishka Singh; Writing by Joseph Ax; Editing by Paul Thomasch, Bill Berkrot and Rosalba O'Brien Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tabHow families can keep the 'happy' in the holidays by avoiding stress and upheaval
On paper, Luigi Mangione had it all: wealth, intellect, athleticism, good looks. But the child of a prominent Maryland family may have spurned it all in a spasm of violence, in a killing that has mesmerized Americans. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, a health insurance chief executive and father of two who was gunned down in Manhattan last week by someone who, evidence suggests, has endured his own debilitating health crises and grew angry with the privatized US medical system. The cold-blooded killing has laid bare the deep frustration many Americans feel toward the country's labyrinthine health care system: while many have condemned the shooting, others have praised Mangione as a hero. It has also prompted considerable interest in how a young engineer with an Ivy League education could have gone off the rails to commit murder. News of his capture at a Pennsylvania McDonald's triggered an explosion of online activity, with Mangione quickly amassing new followers on social media as citizen sleuths and US media tried to understand who he is. As Americans have looked for clues about a political ideology or potential motive, a photo on his X account (formerly Twitter) includes an X-ray of an apparently injured spine. Mangione lived in Hawaii in 2022 and, according to his former roommate R.J. Martin, suffered from back pain, and was hoping to strengthen his back. After a surfing lesson, Mangione was "in bed for about a week" because of the pain, Martin told CNN. Earlier this year, Martin said, Mangione confirmed he'd had back surgery and sent him photos of the X-rays. Police said the suspect carried a hand-written manifesto of grievances in which he slammed America's "most expensive health care system in the world." "He was writing a lot about his disdain for corporate America and in particular the health care industry," New York police chief detective Joseph Kenny told ABC. According to CNN, a document recovered when Mangione was arrested included the phrase "these parasites had it coming." Meanwhile, memes and jokes proliferated, many riffing on his first name and comparing him to the "Mario Bros." video game character Luigi. Many expressed at least partial sympathy, having had their own harrowing experiences with the US health care system. "Godspeed. Please know that we all hear you," wrote one user on Facebook. Mangione hails from the Baltimore area. His wealthy Italian-American family owns local businesses, including the Hayfields Country Club, according to local outlet the Baltimore Banner, and cousin Nino Mangione is a Maryland state delegate. A standout student, Luigi graduated at the top of his high school class in 2016. A former student who knew Mangione at the elite Gilman School told AFP the suspect struck him as "a normal guy, nice kid." "There was nothing about him that was off, at least from my perception," the person said. Mangione attended the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, where he completed both a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science by 2020, according to a university spokesperson. While at Penn, Mangione co-led a group of 60 undergraduates who collaborated on video game projects, as noted in a now-deleted university webpage. On Instagram Mangione shared snapshots of his travels, and shirtless images of himself flaunting a six-pack. X users have scoured Mangione's posts for potential motives. His header photo includes an X-ray of a spine with bolts attached. Finding a political ideology that fits neatly onto the right-left divide has proved elusive, though he had written a review of Ted Kaczynski's manifesto on online site Goodreads, calling it "prescient." Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, carried out multiple bombings in the United States from 1978 to 1995, in a campaign he said was aimed at halting the advance of modern society and technology. Mangione has also linked approvingly to posts criticizing secularism as a harmful consequence of Christianity's decline, and retweeted posts on the impact mobile phones and social media have on mental health. ia/abo-mlm/nro
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Trudeau told Trump Americans would also suffer if tariffs are imposed, a Canadian minister saysHormel Foods Corp. stock rises Friday, outperforms marketRetail shareholding in 18 PSU stocks fell in the September ended quarter (Q2FY25) versus April-June period amid valuation worries, market downturns and Lok Sabha election results shocker after exit polls gave an overwhelming victory to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led NDA alliance. Is there a silver lining? Here’s what experts opine! National Aluminium Company ( NALCO ), Bharat Petroleum Corporation ( BPCL ) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation ( HPCL ) witnessed quarter-on-quarter declines of 156 bps, 118 bps and 110 bps, respectively, highest among their peers. Others which have witnessed a fall in retail holding include Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL), Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Punjab National Bank (PNB), Gail (India), Power Finance Corporation (PFC), Hindustan Copper , Coal India (CIL), Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), Central Bank of India , SJVN , Bank of India (BoI), Power Grid Corporation (PFC), Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRCTC), Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) and Gujarat Gas. Gujarat Gas, BoM, IRCTC and Power Grid saw very marginal declines between 1 bps and 7 bps. BoI, SJVN and Central Bank also saw retail holdings go down by 8 bps, 9 bps and 9 bps, respectively. By retail ownership, we mean individual investors holding shares worth Rs 2 lakh in a company. 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But the child of a prominent Maryland family may have spurned it all in a spasm of violence, in a killing that has mesmerized Americans. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, a health insurance chief executive and father of two who was gunned down in Manhattan last week by someone who, evidence suggests, has endured his own debilitating health crises and grew angry with the privatized US medical system. The cold-blooded killing has laid bare the deep frustration many Americans feel toward the country's labyrinthine health care system: while many have condemned the shooting, others have praised Mangione as a hero. It has also prompted considerable interest in how a young engineer with an Ivy League education could have gone off the rails to commit murder. News of his capture at a Pennsylvania McDonald's triggered an explosion of online activity, with Mangione quickly amassing new followers on social media as citizen sleuths and US media tried to understand who he is. As Americans have looked for clues about a political ideology or potential motive, a photo on his X account (formerly Twitter) includes an X-ray of an apparently injured spine. Mangione lived in Hawaii in 2022 and, according to his former roommate R.J. Martin, suffered from back pain, and was hoping to strengthen his back. After a surfing lesson, Mangione was "in bed for about a week" because of the pain, Martin told CNN. Earlier this year, Martin said, Mangione confirmed he'd had back surgery and sent him photos of the X-rays. Police said the suspect carried a hand-written manifesto of grievances in which he slammed America's "most expensive health care system in the world." "He was writing a lot about his disdain for corporate America and in particular the health care industry," New York police chief detective Joseph Kenny told ABC. According to CNN, a document recovered when Mangione was arrested included the phrase "these parasites had it coming." Meanwhile, memes and jokes proliferated, many riffing on his first name and comparing him to the "Mario Bros." video game character Luigi. Many expressed at least partial sympathy, having had their own harrowing experiences with the US health care system. "Godspeed. Please know that we all hear you," wrote one user on Facebook. Mangione hails from the Baltimore area. His wealthy Italian-American family owns local businesses, including the Hayfields Country Club, according to local outlet the Baltimore Banner, and cousin Nino Mangione is a Maryland state delegate. A standout student, Luigi graduated at the top of his high school class in 2016. A former student who knew Mangione at the elite Gilman School told AFP the suspect struck him as "a normal guy, nice kid." "There was nothing about him that was off, at least from my perception," the person said. Mangione attended the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, where he completed both a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science by 2020, according to a university spokesperson. While at Penn, Mangione co-led a group of 60 undergraduates who collaborated on video game projects, as noted in a now-deleted university webpage. On Instagram Mangione shared snapshots of his travels, and shirtless images of himself flaunting a six-pack. X users have scoured Mangione's posts for potential motives. His header photo includes an X-ray of a spine with bolts attached. Finding a political ideology that fits neatly onto the right-left divide has proved elusive, though he had written a review of Ted Kaczynski's manifesto on online site Goodreads, calling it "prescient." Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, carried out multiple bombings in the United States from 1978 to 1995, in a campaign he said was aimed at halting the advance of modern society and technology. Mangione has also linked approvingly to posts criticizing secularism as a harmful consequence of Christianity's decline, and retweeted posts on the impact mobile phones and social media have on mental health. ia/abo-mlm/nro
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Everything changes again in Social Security starting in January – 3 new changes announcedOn paper, Luigi Mangione had it all: wealth, intellect, athleticism, good looks. But the child of a prominent Maryland family may have spurned it all in a spasm of violence, in a killing that has mesmerized Americans. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, a health insurance chief executive and father of two who was gunned down in Manhattan last week by someone who, evidence suggests, has endured his own debilitating health crises and grew angry with the privatized US medical system. The cold-blooded killing has laid bare the deep frustration many Americans feel toward the country's labyrinthine health care system: while many have condemned the shooting, others have praised Mangione as a hero. It has also prompted considerable interest in how a young engineer with an Ivy League education could have gone off the rails to commit murder. News of his capture at a Pennsylvania McDonald's triggered an explosion of online activity, with Mangione quickly amassing new followers on social media as citizen sleuths and US media tried to understand who he is. As Americans have looked for clues about a political ideology or potential motive, a photo on his X account (formerly Twitter) includes an X-ray of an apparently injured spine. Mangione lived in Hawaii in 2022 and, according to his former roommate R.J. Martin, suffered from back pain, and was hoping to strengthen his back. After a surfing lesson, Mangione was "in bed for about a week" because of the pain, Martin told CNN. Earlier this year, Martin said, Mangione confirmed he'd had back surgery and sent him photos of the X-rays. Police said the suspect carried a hand-written manifesto of grievances in which he slammed America's "most expensive health care system in the world." "He was writing a lot about his disdain for corporate America and in particular the health care industry," New York police chief detective Joseph Kenny told ABC. According to CNN, a document recovered when Mangione was arrested included the phrase "these parasites had it coming." Meanwhile, memes and jokes proliferated, many riffing on his first name and comparing him to the "Mario Bros." video game character Luigi. Many expressed at least partial sympathy, having had their own harrowing experiences with the US health care system. "Godspeed. Please know that we all hear you," wrote one user on Facebook. Mangione hails from the Baltimore area. His wealthy Italian-American family owns local businesses, including the Hayfields Country Club, according to local outlet the Baltimore Banner, and cousin Nino Mangione is a Maryland state delegate. A standout student, Luigi graduated at the top of his high school class in 2016. A former student who knew Mangione at the elite Gilman School told AFP the suspect struck him as "a normal guy, nice kid." "There was nothing about him that was off, at least from my perception," the person said. Mangione attended the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, where he completed both a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science by 2020, according to a university spokesperson. While at Penn, Mangione co-led a group of 60 undergraduates who collaborated on video game projects, as noted in a now-deleted university webpage. On Instagram Mangione shared snapshots of his travels, and shirtless images of himself flaunting a six-pack. X users have scoured Mangione's posts for potential motives. His header photo includes an X-ray of a spine with bolts attached. Finding a political ideology that fits neatly onto the right-left divide has proved elusive, though he had written a review of Ted Kaczynski's manifesto on online site Goodreads, calling it "prescient." Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, carried out multiple bombings in the United States from 1978 to 1995, in a campaign he said was aimed at halting the advance of modern society and technology. Mangione has also linked approvingly to posts criticizing secularism as a harmful consequence of Christianity's decline, and retweeted posts on the impact mobile phones and social media have on mental health. ia/abo-mlm/nroElectrifying Kashmir: Lessons from Riverless Regions
On Thursday, Dec. 19, from 5 to 6 p.m., the town of Frisco’s water division will host an informational session and public hearing at Frisco Town Hall located at 1 Main Street. The session will address the town of Frisco’s per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as “forever chemicals”, removal and treatment project at Well 7. Well 7 has not been in use since 2022, and during that time, the town has been working to design and test treatment systems. This informational session and public hearing will enable the town to provide an interactive update on the project, as well as prepare to qualify for the State of Colorado Revolving Fund Loan program . The town is hosting a joint public meeting with the consultant engineer regarding the need for advanced treatment for the successful removal of PFAS in the water at Well 7. This drinking water source has been offline and not used since July 2, 2022, as PFAS was discovered in the water source. The town has piloted and tested viable treatment technologies, ion exchange and granular activated carbon technologies, and has been working on the design and construction plan for a treatment system. The new treatment system would necessitate a new building adjacent to the Well 7 building, which is located at the Peninsula Recreation Area. An informational session and public hearing are being conducted to inform residents and solicit public input regarding the Well 7 PFAS treatment project needs assessment and environmental assessment. The project needs assessment is a report detailing the project as proposed, including project necessity, alternatives, and components. The assessment also describes how the project is being funded. These reports will be submitted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to qualify Frisco for a State Revolving Fund Loan. This meeting will review the alternatives assessed, the treatment process selected for design, the new facility required to accommodate the design and the environmental impacts of the new building. The meeting will also include the history of PFAS at this water source and a breakdown of the costs associated with the $9 million water treatment facility. The meeting will be followed by a question and answer session with the town’s water division staff and consultant engineer. Copies of the project needs assessment will be available for public review prior to the Dec. 19 meeting at the Frisco Public Works building at 102 School Road in Frisco or by emailing ChrisM@townoffrisco.com . This meeting will also be available online with a Zoom link to be provided on the listing for this meeting at the FriscoGov.com/meetings . For more information, please reach out to Chris McGinnis, town engineer and public works director, at 970-668-4579 or ChrisM@townoffrisco.com .