Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created to segregate the black African community from urban areas. Today, Langa is… Continue reading ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher | Sugar
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Egg-cracking TikTok trend dismays some medical experts.
A viral prank in which parents film themselves cracking an egg on their toddlers’ heads is taking over TikTok. But some medical experts say the laughs may not be worth the potential harmful effects the stunt could have on kids. The videos, many of which use the hashtag #eggprank, typically show a parent with a… Continue reading Egg-cracking TikTok trend dismays some medical experts.
Experts Mock Jeffrey Clark’s Demands To Georgia Judge
Former Justice Department official and Fulton County conspiracy case defendant Jeffrey Clark was the subject of much mockery on Tuesday for the demands he made to a judge in Georgia regarding his pending arraignment on conspiracy charges in connection with the efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Clark is one of 18 people besides… Continue reading Experts Mock Jeffrey Clark’s Demands To Georgia Judge
How much coffee is too much? Four experts weigh in
As summer iced coffees turn into seasonal fall lattes, it can be easy to reach for an extra cup of coffee throughout the day for a jolt of energy, a mood boost or a sugary afternoon treat. Along with a temporary pick-me-up, research has continued to show the longer-term health effects of coffee include a… Continue reading How much coffee is too much? Four experts weigh in
Covid cases are ticking up. But it’s not time to panic, experts say.
For the first time in three years, Americans could head into the winter respiratory virus season with a measure of optimism, experts say, even as Covid cases appear to be ticking up. “We’re in a different place,” said Dr. Mandy Cohen, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Widespread immunity from either… Continue reading Covid cases are ticking up. But it’s not time to panic, experts say.
Charities and experts call for overhaul of ‘broken’ UK sick pay system | Health
A coalition of charities and health experts has called for an overhaul of the UK’s “broken” sick pay system, as the number of people prevented from working by long-term sickness reached a record high. The health secretary, Steve Barclay, was urged in a letter to support changes that the campaign says would not just address… Continue reading Charities and experts call for overhaul of ‘broken’ UK sick pay system | Health
Healthy diet in UK at risk from Mediterranean droughts, experts say | Climate crisis
A healthy diet in the UK will be put at risk by climate breakdown as European droughts shrink fresh fruit and vegetable supplies, experts have said. Fresh produce from the Mediterranean, upon which the UK is reliant, will become more expensive and harder to obtain as extreme heat causes yields to reduce, putting a healthy… Continue reading Healthy diet in UK at risk from Mediterranean droughts, experts say | Climate crisis
The best portable blenders of 2023, according to experts
With a compact portable blender, making smoothies, protein drinks and/or the occasional frozen margarita on the go, has never been easier. Portable blenders, which are small lightweight appliances you can carry with you or tuck away in a drawer in a dorm or office, let you whip up drinks no matter where you are or… Continue reading The best portable blenders of 2023, according to experts
Health experts on risks and supposed benefits
Although it’s common knowledge that drinking too much is unhealthy, research sometimes conflicts about where the dividing line is between permissible and risky alcohol consumption — and whether drinking a small amount could come with any health benefits. In the last few months alone, two large studies have further complicated the picture: A March analysis found… Continue reading Health experts on risks and supposed benefits
Why Would Trump Leave Office After A Second Term If Prison Awaits? Experts Fear He Won’t.
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump attempted a violent coup to remain in power the last time he was president, so why would he step down at the end of his term if he’s elected a second time, particularly knowing that prison may await him once he leaves office? To a range of increasingly alarmed authoritarianism scholars… Continue reading Why Would Trump Leave Office After A Second Term If Prison Awaits? Experts Fear He Won’t.