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Ahmedabad doctors ran unauthorized drug trials on patients

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Eight doctors in Ahmedabad face suspension after an inquiry revealed they conducted unauthorized drug trials on patients, potentially endangering patient safety. The doctors, along with an associate professor, allegedly partnered with over 50 pharmaceutical companies since 2021. These trials lacked ethical oversight and regulatory approval, with payments directly deposited into the doctors' personal accounts.
Drunk man impales head; surgeons save him in China

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

A Chinese man survived a life-threatening injury after a metal rod pierced his head, requiring a ten-hour surgery to save him. The man, identified as Aqiang, was dining with colleagues when he fell onto a table with a metal rod, impaling his head through his mouth. The incident occurred in southern China, prompting immediate emergency medical intervention. Doctors at Shenzhen University General Hospital performed the surgery, sharing the case on social media.
Chicago opens youth shelter, fostering hope

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Chicago is on the verge of opening its first large-scale noncongregate shelter for youth aged 18-24, providing safe spaces for healing and growth. This initiative, led by La Casa Norte, is a critical step toward housing equity for young people. The new shelter aims to address the challenges of youth homelessness, offering private spaces to foster stability and opportunity.
Death of British Airways steward cancels San Francisco flight

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

A British Airways steward was discovered dead in a San Francisco hotel room, leading to the cancellation of a flight and impacting hundreds of passengers. The crew member's body was found on Tuesday after he failed to appear for the return flight to London, prompting concern from colleagues. The flight was cancelled, leaving 850 passengers stranded and requiring rebooking. British Airways confirmed the death and expressed condolences, while an investigation into the cause of death is underway.
China spies on UK MPs using park benches

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Chinese intelligence is reportedly using surveillance devices, including those hidden in park benches, to spy on UK MPs and other officials in central London. Security sources have warned Westminster officials to avoid "hotspots" like St James's Park, pubs, and luxury hotels due to the risk of Chinese espionage. Junior staff and researchers are also targets, with cyberattacks on Parliament being a frequent concern.
Ten Russians won lottery millions on Easter Sunday

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Ten people became multimillionaires after splitting a 100 million ruble lottery prize in the Sunday "Mechtaillion" lottery draw. The winners purchased tickets across various regions, including Altai Krai, Murmansk, and Moscow regions. Additionally, 17 others won prizes of one million rubles each in the Easter draw. The total prize fund reached over 225 million rubles, with over a million tickets winning prizes in total.
Interior Ministry trains officers to treat inmates humanely

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

The Ministry of Interior has initiated training for officers on humane treatment of inmates in correctional facilities, aligning with international standards. The training, conducted in collaboration with the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, focuses on the Nelson Mandela Rules. It covers legal frameworks, humane treatment, safety protocols, and rehabilitation strategies for inmates. The program aims to improve performance in correctional institutions and prepare inmates for reintegration.
Catch up: Save aggressively, plan, and invest wisely

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Many Americans are behind on retirement savings, with a recent survey showing 20% of those aged 50+ have no savings. This article provides strategies to help individuals catch up. The article suggests gathering financial information, creating a retirement plan with multiple income streams, and saving aggressively. It also recommends effective investing, delaying retirement and Social Security, and considering relocation.
Bitcoin's price declined slightly Sunday; other cryptos fluctuated

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Bitcoin's price decreased by 0.78% to $84,457.29 as of Sunday afternoon, reflecting a weaker performance compared to the previous day. Other cryptocurrencies also experienced fluctuations: Bitcoin Cash fell 0.29%, Ethereum dropped 1.43%, and Ripple decreased 1.28%. Litecoin gained 0.36%, while Cardano, Monero, IOTA, Stellar, and NEO also saw declines. These movements occurred as of 12:26 PM, with some currencies like Verge and NEM showing little change, and Dash experiencing a slight increase.
Ognevich's "kulich" usage angered Ukrainians online

4 days ago | newsminimalist.com | Vadim Yakhin

Ukrainian singer Zlata Ognevich faced criticism online for using the Russian word "kulich" instead of the Ukrainian "paska" in a recent Easter-themed social media post. The singer's use of "kulich" to describe a traditional Easter bread sparked backlash, with many criticizing the linguistic choice as insensitive during the ongoing war with Russia and a disregard for Ukrainian culture. The post showed her Easter basket contents.