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WHO Report “Action on Salt and Hypertension” Highlights Health Risks Of Excess Salt Consumption

May 18, 2024

In its second edition study on salt benchmarks across several dietary categories, the World Health Organization (WHO) has found a major public health problem. The study shows a strong link between eating a lot of sodium and serious health problems, ..

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Cryptosporidium Parasite Found In UK Drinking Water, Causes Diarrhoea Outbreak

May 18, 2024

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) recently confirmed 46 cases of cryptosporidiosis in the Brixham area of south Devon. More than 100 other people have also reported identical symptoms. The Cryptosporidium parasite that is found in the local drinking water ..

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EU Probes Facebook, and Instagram for Addictive Behavior Concerns

May 17, 2024

As worries about how social media sites might make people addicted grow, the European Union has recently started an investigation into Meta Platforms Inc. and their goods, like Facebook and Instagram. This move is meant to deal with and control ..

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Dutch Government To Opt Out Of EU Migration Rules

May 17, 2024

The new Dutch government, which is run by Geert Wilders’ nationalist Party for Freedom (PVV), wants to break the rules set by the European Union for immigration. This choice was made after Wilders won the recent elections and formed an ..

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UAE Launches 10-Year Blue Residency Visa for Environmentalists

May 17, 2024

Introducing the Blue Residency card in 2023 was a big step for the United Arab Emirates to show its dedication to protecting the environment. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced this new visa program ..

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Ancient Branch of Nile River Uncovered Near Egyptian Pyramids

May 17, 2024

A recent study has revealed an important new fact about how the ancient Egyptian pyramids were built. Scientists discovered proof of a previously hidden branch of the Nile River that was about 64 kilometers long and flowed near the Giza ..

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What is Blockout 2024?

May 17, 2024

Blockout 2024 is a new online movement that wants people to stop following celebs and other influential people on social media sites like Instagram and TikTok. It became more well-known after the Met Gala, a fancy fashion show that happened ..

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Pakistan Successfully Tests Precision-Guided ‘Fatah-II’ Rocket

May 16, 2024

Pakistan did a successful test launch of the “Fatah-II” guided multi-launch rocket system. Pakistan’s weaponry is getting better, and this event is a big step in that direction. The Fatah-II rocket system was made to hit targets up to 400 ..

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