Vaping could be more harmful to lungs than smoking cigarettes ‘We find evidence that [e-cigarette] use causes a unique inflammatory response in the lungs,’ researchers wrote in the study. The Brief The FDA has announced a final rule raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, following the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.Starting September 30, retailers must verify the age of anyone under 30 who attempts to purchase tobacco products, and vending machine sales of tobacco will be prohibited in facilities where individuals under 21 are present.These new…
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NEW YORK, USA – The UN’s top relief official on Friday allocated $100 million from the Organization’s Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to bolster critically underfunded humanitarian operations in some of the world’s humanitarian hotspots. More than a third of the funds will support aid efforts in Yemen ($20 million) and Ethiopia ($15 million), where desperate civilians are grappling with the combined impact of hunger, displacement, diseases and climate disasters. Allocations are also included for operations in conflict and climate-affected countries, including Myanmar ($12 million), Mali ($11 million), Burkina Faso ($10 million), Haiti ($9 million), Cameroon ($7 million) and Mozambique ($7 million). Countries responding to El Niño-induced drought and flooding, such as Burundi ($5 million) and Malawi ($4 million), will…
Ghanaian musicians Eazzy and Medikal have reignited rumors about their alleged romantic relationship after Eazzy shared a video of them spending time together on her Instagram page. The video, which has caught the attention of many, shows the two artists in a playful mood, taking mirror selfies and enjoying each other’s company in an elevator. Their smiles and light-hearted interactions have further fueled speculation about the nature of their relationship, which has been the subject of intense gossip in recent weeks. This latest clip comes on the heels of numerous rumors sparked by their frequent appearances in matching outfits and…
Cornerback Adoree’ Jackson left the New York Giants in March as a free agent. Now after just six months away from the Big Apple, the two are reportedly running it back for the 2024-25 season. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo posted on X Friday evening that the veteran is re-signing with Big Blue on a one-year deal. Jackson, 28, spent the last three seasons with New York, making at least 10 starts each year. In 2022, an MCL sprain forced him to sit out six weeks.His return to action in 2023 saw him record a career first, intercepting…
Here is the situation on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Fighting Five people have been killed and 46 injured in a Ukrainian attack on the southwestern Russian city of Belgorod, Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said, adding that 37 people, including seven children, were taken to hospital. A Russian attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Friday has killed at least six people, including a 14-year-old girl, and wounded dozens of others, according to Ukrainian officials. Russia hit Ukraine with more than 400 missiles and drones this week, the office of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. Zelenskyy has fired the commander…
Gas leak is suspected cause of Brooklyn explosion Natural gas is the suspected cause of a house explosion in Brooklyn that injured four people. Now, the homes damaged by the explosion must be demolished. FOX 5 NY’s Michelle Ross has the story. BROOKLYN – Several people were injured, and others were displaced, following an explosion in the basement of a two-family home in Brooklyn, FDNY officials said. Explosion in Brooklyn Firefighters responded around 8:30 a.m. to the home on East 37th Street in East Flatbush. When they arrived on the scene, firefighters found two victims in the street and two…
ST GEORGE’S, Grenada – Grenada is set to transform its housing landscape with the launch of Project 500, an ambitious initiative to construct 500 affordable, sustainable homes using advanced technologies and efficient building methods. The Housing Authority of Grenada (HAG) will manage this groundbreaking special project, aimed at providing high-quality housing for Grenadians. Chairman of the Housing Authority of Grenada, Hugh Thomas, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating: “Project 500 is a monumental step forward in our mission to enhance the lives of Grenadians. By leveraging cutting-edge construction techniques and sustainable practices, we are not just building houses; we…
Chelsea’s midfielder, Raheem Sterling has completed a loan move to Arsenal Football Club for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.Arsenal confirmed the news on its official website in the early hours of Saturday, August 30, 2024. Raheem Sterling completed the deal on the final day of the 2024 summer transfer window having been told by Chelsea’s head coach, Enzo Maresca that he was not part of the team going forward.Raheem Sterling joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2022 for a £47.5 million fee and has made 81 appearances for the west London club since then. This move to north London…
The biggest reason the Lions have been successful recently is that their draft picks are living up to and sometimes exceed expectations. However, that can’t be said for all of Detroit’s selections. Wide receiver Jameson Williams, the team’s first-round pick (No. 12) in 2022, has disappointed in his first two years in the NFL, during which he registered just 25 catches for 395 yards and three touchdowns in 18 games.Part of Williams’ lack of success is due to injuries and a four-game suspension for gambling, but general manager Brad Holmes believes the 23-year-old just needed to grow up.”I’m sure you guys…
Alexei Popyrin stuns the world No 2, who will end the season without a Grand Slam title for the first time since 2017.Defending champion Novak Djokovic suffered a major upset at the US Open, losing to Alexei Popyrin, who ended the Serbian’s bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Australian Popyrin defeated Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 in the third round at Flushing Meadows on Friday. “I spent a lot of energy winning the gold, and I did arrive to New York just not feeling fresh mentally and physically,” Djokovic told reporters. He won the gold medal in the…