In the meantime, the staff at Anhui Provincial Hospital and the broader medical community in Anhui Province must remain focused on their primary mission of providing quality healthcare services to the public. It is essential that the actions of one individual do not tarnish the hard work and dedication of the countless healthcare professionals who strive to make a positive impact on the lives of their patients every day.Tweet Facebook Mail A major mosquito outbreak in south-west Sydney has been contained in a "round the clock" operation that cleared the pests from a significant water facility, Sydney Water said. In late October, Liverpool Council contacted Sydney Water about a surge in mosquito populations near Chipping Norton, suspected to be linked to the oxiponds at the Liverpool Water Resource Recovery Facility. Sydney Water collaborated with the council to tackle the issue. READ MORE: Scorching heat, fire warnings as millions swelter A helicopter sprays ponds to fight a mosquito infestation in Liverpool. (Sydney Water) In less than two weeks, nearly 100 per cent of frogbit - a floating water weed - was removed from the ponds. Field assessments across ten of the 12 treatment sites showed a 98 per cent reduction in mosquito larvae since November 8. "In areas where frogbit vegetation persisted, mosquito larvae counts dropped from 400 to nearly zero," Sydney Water water resourse recovery lead Sally Rewell said.b READ MORE: Elon Musk slams Australian social media ban Excavators help rid the facility of omnipresent frogbit. (Sydney Water) "Field surveys have confirmed the amount of airbourne mosquitoes around the plant has reduced by over 90 per cent. We expect a further reduction over the next two weeks." Specialised machinery was used, including excavators, sucker trucks, boats, and a helicopter, to help remove vegetation, and carry out ground and aerial spraying with larvicides. "Our crews worked tirelessly day after day to eliminate the mosquito habitats and treat breeding areas," Rewell said. READ MORE: Stowaway snake causes panic on Australian flight The cleared water facilities. (Sydney Water) Medical Entomology NSW health pathology Associate Professor Cameron Webb said adult mosquito numbers dramatically declined compared to last week's collections. "This is explained by the ongoing reduction in mosquitoes emerging from oxiponds through weed removal and larvicide treatments," Webb said. "Larval sampling in the oxiponds recorded a further decline in mosquito abundance and an approximate further 50 per cent reduction from last Wednesday." It's the size of a thumbtack and kills with a single touch View Gallery More than 50 people worked seven days a week to get rid of the pests, Rewell said. "This has been a focused operation, with everyone giving their all around the clock," she said. DOWNLOAD THE 9NEWS APP : Stay across all the latest in breaking news, sport, politics and the weather via our news app and get notifications sent straight to your smartphone. Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play .
Betty White Forever: New stamp will honor the much-beloved 'Golden Girls' actorThe Nebraska Huskers offense may still be a work in progress but there does appear to be progress. A strong effort from the Big Red on both sides of the ball has Nebraska up 14-10 on the Wisconsin Badgers at halftime. Follow us on Facebook Related: Nebraska vs. Wisconsin: Keys to watch, predictions for Big Ten matchup Offensively, another week under new offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen seems to have led to some improvement. Nebraska had just one three-and-out on six possessions in the first half, although there was also a turnover that gave Wisconsin the ball in the red zone. Overall, the unit moved the ball efficiently. The Huskers went 55 yards over six plays for an opening drive touchdown — Nebraska's first since Week 3 against Northern Iowa. In the second quarter, Dante Dowdell's 12-yard run capped an eight-play, 80-yard drive for a 14-7 Huskers lead. Finally, senior Jahmal Banks got his foot down in the back of the end zone with 17 seconds left in the half to make it 21-10 Huskers. A thing of beauty. 📺 @BigTenNetwork pic.twitter.com/Lm7WjsKERe Then, the Huskers capitalized on a big Wisconsin fumble right before halftime, with John Hohl cashing in from 37 yards out to push Nebraska's lead to 14. The Big Red offense racked up 237 yards of total offense in the first 30 minutes, averaging 6.8 yards per play, including 6 yards per carry and 9.4 yards per completion. Defensively, the Huskers benefitted from two missed field goals by the Badgers but the unit was still solid after allowing Wisconsin to march down the field for a touchdown on its first possession. After that, Nebraska allowed just 4.7 yards per play the rest of the half. The Badgers totaled 201 yards of offense but just 50 on the ground, with the Huskers forcing Braedyn Locke to beat them. If the Blackshirts can generate pressure on Locke a little more consistently and stay stout against the run, Nebraska could have a bowl berth secured at the end of the day. Dylan Widger-Imagn ImagesThe Nebraska Huskers offense may still be a work in progress but there does appear to be progress. A strong effort from the Big Red on both sides of the ball has Nebraska up 14-10 on the Wisconsin Badgers at halftime. Follow us on Facebook Related: Nebraska vs. Wisconsin: Keys to watch, predictions for Big Ten matchup Offensively, another week under new offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen seems to have led to some improvement. Nebraska had just one three-and-out on six possessions in the first half, although there was also a turnover that gave Wisconsin the ball in the red zone. Overall, the unit moved the ball efficiently. The Huskers went 55 yards over six plays for an opening drive touchdown — Nebraska's first since Week 3 against Northern Iowa. In the second quarter, Dante Dowdell's 12-yard run capped an eight-play, 80-yard drive for a 14-7 Huskers lead. Finally, senior Jahmal Banks got his foot down in the back of the end zone with 17 seconds left in the half to make it 21-10 Huskers. A thing of beauty. 📺 @BigTenNetwork pic.twitter.com/Lm7WjsKERe Then, the Huskers capitalized on a big Wisconsin fumble right before halftime, with John Hohl cashing in from 37 yards out to push Nebraska's lead to 14. The Big Red offense racked up 237 yards of total offense in the first 30 minutes, averaging 6.8 yards per play, including 6 yards per carry and 9.4 yards per completion. Defensively, the Huskers benefitted from two missed field goals by the Badgers but the unit was still solid after allowing Wisconsin to march down the field for a touchdown on its first possession. After that, Nebraska allowed just 4.7 yards per play the rest of the half. The Badgers totaled 201 yards of offense but just 50 on the ground, with the Huskers forcing Braedyn Locke to beat them. If the Blackshirts can generate pressure on Locke a little more consistently and stay stout against the run, Nebraska could have a bowl berth secured at the end of the day. Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
XDefiant Is Shutting Down, Refunds Being IssuedIn recent months, experts have been closely monitoring the volatile situation in the conflict zones where various anti-government armed groups are active. The prevailing consensus among analysts is that there is a significant likelihood of infighting breaking out among these groups, leading to dramatic changes in the battlefield dynamics. This assessment is based on a combination of historical precedent, current political dynamics, and strategic considerations.
CAPITOL REVIEW: National debt is the silent threat to American securityThe beloved actor known for roles in "The Golden Girls," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "Boston Legal" and others will be on a 2025 Forever stamp, USPS announced this past week. White died in late December 2021 , less than three weeks before her 100th birthday. The Postal Service hasn't announced a release date for the stamp. “An icon of American television, Betty White (1922–2021) shared her wit and warmth with viewers for seven decades,” the Postal Service said in announcing the stamp, which depicts a smiling White based on a 2010 photograph by celebrity photographer Kwaku Alston . “The comedic actor, who gained younger generations of fans as she entered her 90s, was also revered as a compassionate advocate for animals.” Boston-based artist Dale Stephanos created the digital illustration from Alston's photo. "I'd love to send a letter back to my 18-year-old self with this stamp on it and tell him that everything is going to be OK," Stephanos posted on Facebook . Regardless of personal politics, self-proclaimed supporters of Republican President-elect Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris reacted with delight on social media. "Betty White was my hero, all of my life! I actually had a doll when I was a little girl I named Betty White," one Trump supporter posted on X , formerly Twitter. “Something to make this awful week a little better: We’re getting a Betty White stamp,” a pro-Harris X account posted. White combined a wholesome image with a flare for bawdy jokes . Her television career began in the early 1950s and exploded as she aged. “The only SNL host I ever saw get a standing ovation at the after party," Seth Meyers posted on Twitter after her death. "A party at which she ordered a vodka and a hotdog and stayed til the bitter end.”Betty White Forever: New stamp will honor the much-beloved 'Golden Girls' actor
Furthermore, the new policy includes incentives for water conservation efforts. For instance, businesses and individuals who implement water-saving technologies or practices will be eligible for tax breaks or subsidies. This not only encourages the adoption of more sustainable water management practices but also rewards those who actively contribute to water conservation efforts.